Annabel introduces the programme from Fernyhurst Castle at Jedburgh. The contestants Mike and Sarah are introduced and they each choose a backpack before being blindfolded and led to the Jetranger helicopter. (1)

The Interceptor's lair is at the Kelso Racecourse, where he is seen tending to one of his horses. (2)

Annabel relocates to her base at Kelso.

The contestants are flown to their respective start positions. and Annabel starts the clock

The Interceptor, keen to get away as soon as the clock is started, is very annoyed with Mikie's reluctance to take off.