On board the County class guided missile destroyer London (1961) alongside the fitting out berth at the Neptune Works of Swan, Hunter & Wigham Richardson Ltd at Wallsend-on-Tyne. The ship is berthed starboard side to the quay. The photographer is in the wardroom between 68½ and 78 stations on 01 deck looking to starboard and forward from the port aft corner showing two tables laid with cutlery, side plates and condiment sets. A bar unit, the ship's crest and cabinets containing a television set and silverware are against the forward bulkhead. The curtained door to the pantry is on the left. Portraits of H.M. Queen Elizabeth II and H.R.H. Prince Philip are hanging against the starboard side of the ship. A settee is in the left foreground.