Is the 5 pound coin legal tender in the uk?

Question

Is the 5 pound coin legal tender in the uk?

Answer 1

Yes, although you'll get funny looks if you try to.

Answer 2

Yes. I've spent a couple of them myself, over the years.

Also various silver and gold bullion coins (Britannias, sovereigns, etc) but you'd be mad to spend them as the precious metal is worth much more than face value.