You'll need a GSM Phone to go with this card!

The prepaid SIM card for the United Kingdom is easily the least expensive solution for making and receiving cellular phone calls while you are in the UK. ALL incoming calls, regardless of their origin, are always, absolutely FREE! Outgoing rates, as outlined below, are extremely inexpensive as well. And since these cellular phone cards are prepaid, there is no need for a contract.

Having a cellular phones while traveling in Great Britain is indispensable in terms of security and convenience, and with a prepaid UK SIM card, it is now also affordable! We also offer other overseas destinations. Click here to view our complete list of prepaid SIM cards!

Features:

• FREE incoming calls - always!
• Low rates within the United Kingdom including only 5p (~ $0.08 USD) per minute.
• A Virgin Mobile SIM card
• A United Kingdom cellular phone number
• Complete with FREE talk time worth £5
• UK domestic calls as low as 5p per minute
• Text messaging 3p (~ $0.06 USD) to other Virgin Mobile or 10p (~ $0.16 USD)to other competing mobile services.
• No yearly contract, monthly charges or credit check

note: Country specific SIM cards can only be used with GSM cellular phones. You will need to rent or purchase one of our unlocked GSM phones designed for overseas use. For the UK SIM cards, you will need a GSM phone with 1800 MHz compatibility.

Call from the US to your Overseas SIM CARD number at SUPER-LOW RATES with International Calling!

SIM cards that are opened are non-refundable.

Activating Your Service:

• Insert the SIM card into your phone
• Note your phone number (it is located on the plastic SIM card holder)
• Make a call to anywhere. This will activate your service.

*note: If the operator asks you for an address in the UK. This can be any address - your hotel, a friend's address, etc...

Adding Talk Time:

Purchase the recharge card for your UK SIM card directly from us!
For your convenience, we offer the £10 UK recharge card for use with your UK SIM! Simplify your phone usage by purchasing your recharge cards directly from us for $20.95. Then follow these simple directions to add talk time to your UK SIM:

1. Scratch off the gray panel to find out the unique card number.
2. Phone 789 free from your phone and follow the instructions.

Recharge vouchers can be purchase through any authorized Virgin Mobile shop in the United

Rates:

These rates are Virgin Mobiles standard costs for most of your UK calls. They include peak and off-peak calls, using the Virgin Mobile WAP service, calls and text messages to other Virgin Mobile phones within the UK and most freephone numbers. Virgin Mobile will not charge for calls to the certain select Virgin help lines as listed below.

United Kingdom Domestic Rates (per minute)
Call Type	Rate
First 5 minutes of calls each day	15p
Each minute afer that	5p
Text messages to other Virgin Mobile customers*	3p per message

Other calls costs throughout the UK
Call Type	Rate
Voicemail retrieval (provided you've got some airtime left)	Free
Text messages to other UK networks	10p per message
Mobile from other network operators	35p per message
Pre-recorded information (789 from mobile)	Free
Our team via 789	10p per call
Directory enguires (with call connect option)	40p first minute
then, each following minute	20p per minute
National Toll Rate numbers	15p per minute
Local Toll Rate numbers	10p per minute
Premium Rate calls	(from 80p per to £2.25) call our team

^*Some Nokia phones can sendtext messages up to three times as long as normal. They'll be delivered as seperate messages, so you'll be charged for each.

United Kingdom International Rates (per minute)
Call type	Rate
The Republic of Ireland, Guernes, Jersey and Isle of Man	15p
USA and Canada, Australia and New Zealand	20p
Europe, China, Hong Kong, Japan, Malaysi, Singapore, South Korea and Taiwan	40p
Rest of the world	80p
International text messages	20p per message

How to check your airtime balance:

You can check your balance anytime while in the UK for free by dialing 798 from your cell phone.

Service Life:

The Virgin Mobile SIM card is valid for a period of 180 from activation or 90 days from the last time you added talk time. Whichever is the later.

Coverage:

Cellular coverage in United Kingdom is excellent, far exceeding typical cellular coverage in the US.

Tourism in the United Kingdom

Cultural Facts about the United Kingdom

The UK became the dominant maritime and industrial power of the 19th century, and contributed tremendously to the development of Western ideas concerning capitalism, democracy, property, literature and science. Many of the world's top universities are located in Great Britain. The English language is known as the "global language" and has spread to nations around the world.

Touring the United Kingdom

The UK offers some of the world's most popular vacation destinations, from historic cities to tranquil ocean views. There are lovely country houses, majestic castles, unique structures and ancient monuments. The reasons so many folks choose the United Kingdom, particularly Great Britain, as their destination are endless!

Castles and Palaces in the United Kingdom

There are many delightful castles in the UK where tourists can take a walk through history and learn about royal families of the past. Tourists can also visit many stately homes. There are hundreds of these in Great Britain that are open to the public. One popular castle is Castle Howard in North Yorkshire. The entrance of the castle is gorgeous and has a dome overhead. The lovely park around the castle makes a visit worthwhile. The Scottish Edinburgh Castle sits on a hill high above the remainder of the city Edinburgh, and offers a view of where some of the bloodiest events of Scottish history took place. The Windsor Castle is known to be the largest inhabited stronghold in the world, and it is also the largest castle in England. Although the castle was severely damaged by a fire in 1992, it has been restored. For garden lovers, the Hever Castle and Gardens in Kent offers an enchanting landscape with a surrounding moat and a drawbridge for protection. Also in Kent is Penshurst Place, a gorgeous country mansion that was once the home of Sir Philip Sydney, an Elizabethan poet of the 1500s. The baroque Blenheim Palace in Woodstock offers visitors a peek at the birthplace of Sir Winston Churchhill.

Charming Gardens in the United Kingdom

The UK is known for its talented gardeners from the past, who each left behind a legacy that is carried on today. At almost every popular tourist attraction, there's a garden to greet the visitor. Botanical gardens are frequent in the United Kingdom, so you can enjoy nature's beauty almost anywhere you go! Below are some of the most popular botanical gardens. Anything from exotic to common flowers and shrubs can be found in the 300-acre Royal Botanic (Kew) Gardens near London. These gardens contain the largest herbarium on earth. The Sissinghurst Castle Garden in Kent has an unusual landscape and attracts many tourists during fall, when colors are vibrant. Stourhead is the most well-known garden in England, and is often called the birthplace of English landscape gardening. It's located near Shaftesbury, on the outskirts of the Greater London area. The garden appeals to tourists with its flowering shrubs, trees and even bridges and temples, which add tremendously to the scenery.

United Kingdom's Museums

Visitors to the UK are able to learn about culture and history by touring one of the country's many museums, with the most popular being in London. The British Museum in London houses the famous Rosetta stone and the Elgin marbles. It's one of the world's greatest museums. The National Gallery in London offers a dazzling collection of Western art, and represents many famous artists, from da Vinci to Picasso! The gallery houses an abundance of Renaissance art pieces. Art lovers can get their fill here while in London. Another great art museum in London is Tate Britain, where some 10,000 works are displayed.

Touring Stonehenge

Stonehenge, England is a very popular attraction that bewilders many visitors with legends and mystical theories dating back to the Dark Ages. It's located near Amesbury in Wiltshire, just 90 miles from London. When in Scotland Tourists who will be visiting Scotland in late fall will find the Scottish Highland Games to be very entertaining! From the Tugs of War and pipers and drummers to the sheep dog demonstrations, these games appeal to adults and children alike. It's a great way to spend a family vacation.

More Fun Things to Do in the United Kingdom

Many tourists enjoy cruising on Lake Windermere, the most famous lake in England. Taking a relaxing drive through the Cotswolds is another way to spend the day. There are rolling hills and lovely stone cottages for a great view, and the area is less than 100 miles west of London. Tourists also enjoy great shopping, play theaters and fine dining. The UK offers interesting places and fun activities to both families and individuals.

Explore the United Kingdom on a Hiking Adventure

With all the hustle and bustle, glitz and dazzle of the United Kingdom, you might be wondering when you'll find time for a great hike. Don't worry, there are many delightful hiking opportunities right around the corner from many of the major tourist areas. Whether your goal is to get some exercise and stay fit during your trip to the UK or just enjoy the outdoors a bit, you can escape to the rolling hills of the Cotswolds or the crashing waves of the Outer Hebrides.

Hiking is Different for Every Region

You'll find breathtaking mountains to the north in the Lake District and in the Pennines. Also, magnificent mountain scenery awaits in the remote regions of Yorkshire Dales and Northumberland. If you're up for a challenging hike, the Peak District offers strenuous climbs to give you a real workout. For a less challenging hike, you might want to try the Shropshire Hills or the Chilterns. There are thousands of miles of English countryside if you're just starting out with hiking. Visit the eastern portions of England where the land flattens to enjoy riverside strolls, see pretty skylines and visit unique villages. For hiking near the city, go south where you can stay in or near London, but still find a peaceful walk on the outskirts. Hiking in the southwest reveals Medieval castles, the beautiful coastlines of Cornwall and Devon, and also the gentler side of the Cotswolds.

Hike from Cocking

A great hike near London begins in the village of Cocking, which is situated at the foot of the South Downs Way. The trail will lead you through the lovely countryside. The stretch from Cocking to the stately home of Uppark passes by ancient Neolithic burial mounds, herds of sheep, deer and forests. This hike is a wonderful way to relax after a busy tour of London.

Hiking at the Lake District National Park

You'll have many hiking options at the Lake District National Park, where high mountains and secluded valleys meet to form an inviting landscape. This is the largest English national park that was established in 1951. There are villages, towns, lakes, dales, fells, beaches and tide pools within the park, giving every visitor a multitude of things to see and do. The park offers challenging hikes as well as relaxing walks, and soothing waterfalls will also greet you occasionally.

A Hike in Wales and Scotland

In North Wales, Snowdonia has the highest mountains in Great Britain and Wales, and offers a great challenge for hikers. Scotland, a region known as "Highlands and Islands", has many dark forests, remote islands, romantic castles and stunning coastlines. Some favorite areas for hikers in Scotland are the Cuillin range in Skye, the Fort William area and the Cairngorms. The United Kingdom is a great place to hike no matter what your experience level. You can take a challenge on the high hills or enjoy a relaxing stroll in the park. Either way, you'll fall in love with the alluring countryside and rolling hills of the UK!

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