Comprises interesting descriptions of travels around Europe and the United Kingdom undertaken by JWW and his friends, discussions of St John's College life and the subsequent experiences of JWW's fellow Johnians, and material concerning JWW's life as chaplain to the Archbishop of Canterbury.and as Vicar of Blackburn. Includes interesting reflections and observations on political matters and contemporary theological debates. Also included are a few miscellaneous travel documents.

Correspondence of JWC discussing theological matters and details of his church work and life in Natal; a notebook containing copies of letters sent to JWC on theological matters; correspondence arising from the visit of the Reverend James D La Touche to Natal in support of the work of JWC. Notes relating to Colenso compiled by Paul Murray, Visiting Colenso Fellow at SJC Michaelmas 2022-Lent 2023 are appended.