Public house (Pubs)

I read some information about pub in UK and know more British culture.

First, the word pub is short for public house. There are over 60,000 pubs in the UK (53,000 in England and Wales, 5,200 in Scotland and 1,600 in Northern Ireland).

second, pubs are an important part of British life. People talk, eat, drink, meet their friends and relax there. British pubs are required to have a license, which is difficult to obtain, and allows the pub to operate for up to 24 hours. Most pubs are open from 11 to 11.Nearly all pubs sell pub lunches.

finaly, the legal age to purchase alcohol is 18. People aged 16 and 17, with the licensee's permission, may consume only 1 glass of wine, beer or cider with a table meal in specific areas of the premises, providing they're with an adult and the adult orders it (England & Wales only, Scotland no adult required to be present).Sell wine to Signs appear drunk it is illegal.