World FactsWorld FactsCurrency Convertor 
Allows you to convert any currency to pounds or any currency against another by simply inputting the figure to convert.
World Clock
Lets you calculate the time anywhere in the world. Scroll down the page, select the country and click on "Time".
Time and Date.com
A guide to times and calendars. Also provides a quick reference of times around the world at
http://www.timeanddate.com/worldclock/
World Time Server
Provides accurate current local times round the world. It makes real time adjustments for Daylight Saving Time.
British Summer Time
For 2002-2006 - dates when the summer-time periods begin and end.
Country profiles
Basic facts on countries from the World Factbook - maps, economy, political system, population, industries, etc.
Country information
The internet's best source of country information with a full range of data on any country
Countries A -Z
Major independent country fact file site providing basic background facts on a country
ELDIS Country Profile
Major country profile worldwide by ELDIS, main database for world development information.
BBC Monitoring Country Profiles
The Country Profiles section of this site is free, although more in depth information is part of the subscription service. As well as summaries and overviews of countries around the world, there are links to media sources for each country and other relevant sites.
Economist Country Profiles
A sizeable portion of the content is available at no charge. Available for about 60 nations. Links to some fee-based content.
World Bank
Super resource for free statistics, demographics and industry data, this site has a lot of useful information.
Embassies and Consulates
A directory of foreign and British Embassies and Consulates.
Country Information
Visit the excellent RBA website for a good list of websites.
Country based search engines
If you need to search more widely you might want to try country search engines and regional search engines - Phil Bradley currently lists a total of 1,499 search engines covering 167 countries and regions.