GBP vs CNY
1 GBP = 8.8712 CNY
ECB reference rate of 2026-10-29 (published business days ~16:00 CET) · Mid-market rate, bank spreads and fees not included
Quick Stats
Historical Comparison
GBP / CNY| Period | Then | Now | Change | Low | High | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Month | 8.8799 2026-09-29 | 8.8712 | -0.10% | 8.8473 2026-10-09 | 8.9471 2026-10-21 | |
| 3 Months | 8.9917 2026-07-29 | 8.8712 | -1.34% | 8.8473 2026-10-09 | 9.1775 2026-08-21 | |
| 6 Months | 9.2325 2026-04-29 | 8.8712 | -3.91% | 8.8473 2026-10-09 | 9.2756 2026-05-06 | |
| 1 Year | 9.3799 2025-10-29 | 8.8712 | -5.42% | 8.8473 2026-10-09 | 9.5973 2026-01-29 | |
| 3 Years | 8.8647 2023-10-27 | 8.8712 | +0.07% | 8.8473 2026-10-09 | 9.8491 2025-07-01 | |
| 5 Years | 8.8162 2021-10-29 | 8.8712 | +0.62% | 7.6660 2022-09-28 | 9.8491 2025-07-01 | |
| 10 Years | 8.2368 2016-10-28 | 8.8712 | +7.70% | 7.6660 2022-09-28 | 9.8491 2025-07-01 |
Then, Now, Low and High are daily ECB reference rates (one observation per business day, not intraday highs or lows); Then is the last business day on or before the start of the period. Trend lines plot daily (1 month), weekly (3 months–1 year) or monthly (3–10 years) observations, always keeping the first and last. Missing days are left out, not estimated. Source: European Central Bank via Frankfurter API
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is 1 GBP in CNY?
Based on the European Central Bank reference rate published on 2026-10-29, 1 GBP equals 8.8712 CNY. This is a mid-market reference rate; bank buy/sell spreads and fees are not included.
What is the GBP to CNY exchange rate today?
The latest published ECB reference rate (2026-10-29) is 8.8712 CNY per 1 GBP. The ECB publishes once per business day around 16:00 CET, so the rate does not change over weekends or holidays.
Where does CurrencyVersus get its GBP/CNY data?
CurrencyVersus sources all exchange rate data from the Frankfurter API, which provides European Central Bank (ECB) reference rates. The ECB publishes these once per business day, around 16:00 CET; they are not live market quotes. Gold and silver prices come separately from gold-api.com and update more often than the daily ECB reference rates.
Can I view historical GBP to CNY exchange rates?
Yes. CurrencyVersus provides historical GBP/CNY exchange rate data across 7 time periods: 1 month, 3 months, 6 months, 1 year, 3 years, 5 years, and 10 years.
About GBP / CNY
GBP — British Pound Sterling
The British Pound Sterling is the official currency of the United Kingdom and one of the world's major traded currencies, with a history reaching back to Anglo-Saxon England.
CNY — Chinese Yuan
The Chinese Yuan (also known as Renminbi) is the official currency of the People's Republic of China. It is used in international trade and was added to the IMF's SDR basket in 2016.
Key Factors Affecting GBP/CNY
GBP Drivers
- Bank of England interest rate decisions
- UK economic data and trade policy
- London financial market sentiment
- UK inflation and housing market trends
CNY Drivers
- PBoC monetary policy and daily fixing rate
- US-China trade relations and tariffs
- Chinese GDP growth and manufacturing data
- Capital flow controls and internationalization policies
💡 Did You Know? — GBP
Sterling traces its origins to the silver pennies of Anglo-Saxon England — the name 'pound' comes from a pound weight of silver.
💡 Did You Know? — CNY
The word 'yuan' literally means 'round' in Chinese, referring to the round shape of coins used in imperial China.
Economy Overview
United Kingdom
The UK is one of Europe's major economies, with London serving as a global financial center. The Bank of England (BoE) sets monetary policy to meet the government's inflation target.
China
China is one of the world's major economies and a major global exporter. The People's Bank of China (PBoC) manages the yuan through a managed float exchange rate system.
Editorial content last reviewed: 2026-10-22