The kit

What to have in the box, in 7 short pages. Each one says what you need, our pick, a cheaper option and what we'd skip.

Most of it you'll already have. The checklist has the whole lot on one page.

• Water

  Drinking water for everyone. Supermarket bottles are fine.

• Food and storage

  Normal supermarket food that doesn't need cooking, and a box.

• Light and power

  A torch, an FM radio, a power bank and spare batteries.

• First aid and medicines

  A home first aid kit, and enough of everyone's regular medicines.

• Warmth

  Blankets or sleeping bags, and warm clothes for everyone.

• Cash and documents

  Some cash, printed documents, and a wallet to keep them dry.

• Babies and pets

  Formula, nappies and wipes. Pet food, water and a bowl.