The key differences between England and Wales lie in their geography, language, and national identity, despite being part of the same country (the UK).
Geographical Location
- Wales is located to the west of England. They share an open land border.
Language
- While most people in Wales also speak English, Wales has its own distinct language, Welsh.
National Identity and Governance
- England, Wales and Scotland make up the land mass called Britain. If you add Northern Ireland that makes the UK.
- The UK is ruled from Westminster in London, England.
In summary, the differences are easily understood in the following table:
| Feature | England | Wales |
|---|---|---|
| Location | East of Wales | West of England |
| Language | Predominantly English | Welsh (as well as English) |
| Part of | Britain and the UK | Britain and the UK |
| Governance | Governed from Westminster in London, England | Governed from Westminster in London, England |
