On board the Type 12 frigate HMS Lowestoft (1960) alongside the fitting out berth of Alexander Stephen & Sons Ltd at Linthouse, Glasgow. The photographer is in the canteen between 51¾ and 54 stations on the centreline of 2 deck looking forward and to starboard. The ice cream cabinet and sink are on the right and the single pedestal desk is on the left. The shelves are well stocked with stationary, sweets, chocolate, biscuits, tins of fruit, sauces, soap powder and personal hygiene supplies. No alcohol or cigarettes can be seen. Rowntrees fruit pastilles and Wagon Wheels are 3d each and a Platignum Regal fountain pen is 4/6d.