Clothes
CODECABIN is a very casual affair - wear whatever you'll be comfortable in. The weather in the Peak District in September is varied. Check the weather forecast because it could be boiling hot and sunny, thunderstorms, or anything in between (perhaps even both).
- hoodie/jacket/sweater, in case the venue is a little chilly or you're out late
- shorts, if it's likely to be hot enough!
- tops and t-shirts (Umbraco swag, if you have them!)
- jeans/casual trousers/joggers
- dresses/skirts, but keep it casual
- comfortable shoes/trainers
- flip-flops or slippers
- underwear
Touching grass
The location of CODECABIN is beautiful. If you want to make the most of the area, people often go running and there's usually a walk.
- waterproof jacket, if you want to go outside whatever the weather
- sun hat, if you want to go outside whatever the weather
- running kit, if you want to join the runners
- shoes suitable for walking, if you want to join the walk
- National Trust membership card (even if you don't plan to walk, others can use it for free parking!)
Electronics
It's a tech un-conference after all!
- phone
- local SIM if your roaming deal sucks - $3 off an Airalo eSIM with code
JOE9791* or try Firsty for free (but slow and ad-supported) data.
- power bank (planes generally restrict to <100Wh and this must be in hand luggage)
- charge cables
- USB wall charger
- laptop
- laptop charger (I'm looking at you, Jason!)
- UK adaptor, if your plug pins are an odd shape! (the UK uses 240V, so you might need a voltage converter if your devices like voltages closer to 100V 🦅)
- headphones (vital for the journey!)
Sleeping
You'll be sharing a room, so prepare for the worst!
- eye mask
- ear plugs (if you have nice ones, otherwise speak to Lee for some disposable ones)
- pyjamas that you don't mind being seen by a
stranger future friend in!
Hygiene
We like to hug and high-5!
- toothbrush
- toothpaste
- deodorant
- shower gel/shampoo etc.
- other toiletries and grooming kit
- medication (including comforts like pain killers, etc.)
Towels are provided by the venue.
Travel
Coming to our little island from abroad? I've got you!
- passport (check the validity!)
- visa (if required)
- health insurance card, if your country has one (e.g. EHIC)
- travel insurance documentation, if not travelling with work or you don't have a health insurance card
- flight/train tickets (remember to check in!)
- hotel reservation details
- train reservation details (it can be cheaper and easier to prebook!)
- fee-free payment card (Revolut*, Monzo* and Starling* are popular options in the UK, register now to save money next time)
- (Probably no) Pounds Sterling (optional, particularly with a fee-free card I live in the UK and almost never need cash)
Miscellaneous
- reusable coffee cup (for the journey)
- wallet
- snacks for the journey
- entertainment for the journey - offline games, podcasts, movies, audiobooks and/or ebooks (or an analogue book if you're so inclined)
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I'll see you there!