Re: what can't we take?
 

ID becareful not to list "the cake" on your packing lists, this will alert the port that food is entering the country, they are strict on that ;)

Gill:eek:

Re: what can't we take?
 

Like most we read all the advice not to bring 240v stuff and we did indeed get rid off the larger stuff such as TV/Washer etc.

We kept a lot of small stuff and most of it works eg either on 120 via an adaptor or just change over the plugs

Lights/lamps- work, but UK bulb is dim so put in a Canadian one (screw type only here)
Computers etc - all seem to work, either flip the dual voltage switch or install a new Power unit for about $60.

Most stuff with a transformer works even if it says it is only 240v on the item. Transformers a re simple and step down current, so going from 240 to 9 v is no harder than 120 to 9v!

Like said, our house and many candaian ones have 220/240v outlets. Uk stuff we brought such as a little TV with in built video for the kids UK cartoons works fine. I brought a few "power strips" from UK and changed it to a 240 canadian plug, then you can just plug the UK ones into the strip. just check you don't overload the system.. Probably paranoia, but likewise i tend to not leave them unattended.... just in case.... but probably not a problem.

Summary - if you have the space and its valuable/costly to replace as opposed to selling for a few quid in the UK - bring it and try it out, via an adaptor, 240 outlet, plug change etc. PS if your house burns down don't blame me!!!!