Wednesday to Friday 22 August 1969

We are in the last few days of our pre trip planning. This includes saying goodbye to very good friends – many of whom we will see again in New Zealand. The back seat has been removed from the VW and replaced with two sea trunks. The seat has been sent ahead by sea with the balance of our possessions. We have added a second battery with a switch which ensures both are kept charged. The sea trunks have been carefully packed with our clothes, food and toilet items which we think unlikely to be obtainable en route. Our money is hidden under the sea chests. Camera [a half frame 35mm Yashica], film, tent, sleeping bags, folding table and 2 chairs and two cookers make up the balance.

We left London and headed for Norfolk to say goodbye to my parents, more relatives in Norfolk,

 then off to Anne's Aunt and Uncle in Newcastle – our departure point.