And if you didn't manage to spend all your foreign currency before the launch of the Euro, Oxfam will be delighted to take all those foreign coins off your hands. Just drop them in at your nearest charity shop.

Did you know... ?
Can't get a handle on Euros? If your keyboard hasn't got a Euro symbol, instead of trawling your way through to the symbol menu, click on Ctrl + Alt + 4 and see what happens... (or alt and 2 if you have a Mac).

And if you're roaming further afield...
There are still plenty of places where your children can get the chance to play with foreign money on holiday - and you can boost their maths by asking them to work out how many baht they need for their kin khao or how many dollars for their Big Mac.

Want to know what your pound's worth? Try this handy instant currency converter.

Disclaimer While every effort has been taken to ensure accuracy at time of publication, this information may be subject to change. Always consult your financial advisor.

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