Brits in Spain

01/09/2026

Would you like to take part in a conversation with the acclaimed writer, actor and broadcaster Stephen Fry? Or hearing the stories and perspectives of some of the most exciting voices in contemporary British culture?

From 10 to 13 September, Hay Festival Segovia will bring together leading authors, thinkers and creators, with a strong British presence including Stephen Fry, Jessica Andrews, Olana Light, Adam Lowe and David Lindo, alongside events featuring the British Ambassador to Spain, Alex Ellis, and our Cultural Attaché, Debbi Christophers.

If you're passionate about books, ideas or simply great conversations, this is an event you won't want to miss. You can explore the full programme and book your tickets here: https://www.hayfestival.com/m-244-segovia-2026

See you in Segovia! 🇬🇧🇪🇸📚✨

20/08/2026

Meliá Hotels International Chairman and CEO Gabriel Escarrer, and President of Spain Nightlife and Palladium Hotel Group executive José Luis Benítez, have been awarded an Honorary MBE by HM King Charles III for their services to British nationals in Spain.

Through investment, awareness-raising campaigns and public-private partnerships, Gabriel Escarrer has promoted responsible tourism in the Balearic Islands, while demonstrating a longstanding commitment to the British economy during his 25 years of hotel operations in the UK.

The award also recognises Mr Benítez’s commitment to the safety of British visitors in Ibiza, promoting the implementation of measures to prevent sexual harassment, assault and drink spiking, and supporting the UK Government's Stick With Your Mates campaign.

Congratulations!

13/08/2026

: Read our latest travel advice for addition of information about fines for the sale or consumption of nitrous oxide (laughing gas) in some areas of Spain and updated information about travelling between Spain and Gibraltar: https://ow.ly/Gz5H50ZyZIW

10/08/2026

10/08/2026

Watching the 12 August eclipse from Spain? 🌘☀️

If you're planning to enjoy this spectacular event, make sure you're doing it safely.

✅ Use certified eclipse glasses only. The Spanish consumer authorities remind viewers that safe eclipse glasses must comply with the ISO 12312-2 standard, have undergone an EU conformity assessment, include an EU Declaration of Conformity, and carry the CE marking. Buy them from official retailers or specialist shops, and keep them on throughout the viewing period. Ordinary sunglasses are not safe for looking directly at the Sun.

🚗 Expect travel disruption in areas with the best views. Spain's traffic authority (DGT) expects significantly increased traffic towards the eclipse's path of totality, with up to 1.5 million additional journeys possible. Delays are likely, particularly before and after the event. If you're travelling to watch the eclipse, plan ahead, use authorised viewing locations and never stop on the roadside or hard shoulder to watch or photograph the eclipse.

🔭 For official information on where and how to view the eclipse safely, visit the Spanish Government's dedicated website. The site includes visibility maps, viewing advice, events and practical information to help you make the most of this once-in-a-generation experience:

Canal oficial de la Comisión Interministerial para el Trío de Eclipses

25/07/2026

What to do during a smoke episode. If you are in an area affected by the wildfire. Follow:

✅ Instructions from local authorities and emergency services
✅ Avoid travelling into or through the affected area
✅ Updates from the emergency on X
✅ For emergencies, call 112
✅ Spain travel advice: https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/spain

25/07/2026

: Read our latest travel advice for new information about wildfires in parts of Madrid and Ávila, including updated safety advice and the emergency number for travellers: https://ow.ly/eJaz50Zskby

25/07/2026

⚠️ Wildfires are affecting parts of south-west France and Spain.

In France, wildfires are affecting parts of Gironde and Landes. In Spain, a national emergency has been declared in the regions of Madrid and Ávila.

Follow local authority advice and check the latest travel advice before travelling.

Links in comments.

24/07/2026

🚨🆘🚒Local authorities have declared a national emergency due to wildfires in parts of Madrid, Toledo and Avila. There are reports of wildfires in other inland areas of Spain.
If you are in an area affected by the wildfire:

✅ Instructions from local authorities and emergency services
✅ Avoid travelling into or through the affected area
✅ Updates from the emergency on X
✅ For emergencies, call 112
✅ Spain travel advice: https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/spain