News

28/07/2015

How would you like to win an exciting offshore voyage? What about having a photo that you’ve taken displayed alongside those of the best photographers in the Royal Navy? All you have to do for your chance to make this a reality is enter the Peregrine Trophy, the Royal Navy’s photography competition.

The judges of the competition are looking for photos that illustrate the opportunity, youth, fun, skill, teamwork and determination of Sea Cadets – that shouldn’t be too hard, considering all the things that units get up to every week.

Read more about the competition here!

Pictured is last year's winning photo by Henry from South Yorks District

24/07/2015

Around 20 Sea Cadets supported by volunteers attended the Second Sea Lord’s garden party at HMNB Portsmouth on Monday 20 and Tuesday 21 July.

Cadets from Portsmouth and Warsash units helped to welcome guests, hand out programmes and stewarding. Portsmouth Unit recreated it’s national drill winning Colour Party display for guests to enjoy.

23/07/2015

Dundonald Sea Cadets Unit is delighted that the Lloyds Bank Foundation announced that they with five other charities from Northern Ireland have been shortlisted for the UK Final of the Charity Achievement Awards. The six charities have all received £1,000.

Speaking after the NI Awards Ceremony UMT Chairperson, April Dalzell, said "The Lloyds Foundation helped get us back on our feet and gave our unit a real boost when we needed it most. It's great seeing our volunteers' efforts being recognised in this way. It would be fantastic if we were able to bring home the National Award from London!"

17/07/2015

To celebrate National Band Competition in August, we want to see photos of Sea Cadets singing or playing instruments that demonstrate your creativity, musical talent and flair for fun.

If your photo is selected as the best one, you’ll win a Rolling Spider flying mini camera for your unit! They’re perfect for taking amazing aerial photos and videos of parade nights, sailing, windsurfing…. the list is endless!

Find out more on Current, the online magazine for cadets!

14/07/2015

Leading Cadet Kieran, from Cornwall District, has been awarded by the Institute of Seamanship for his high standards and enthusiasm on his Advanced Seamanship Course.

Sub Lt (SCC) Benjamin Nash RNR and Unit Commanding Officer, said: "This was a surprise to all. He was nominated by Sea Cadets Director of Lifelong Learning, Mark Windsor, for his conduct during his 1st Class course in 2014." LC Kieran said: "It was an honour to be recognised for something I enjoy doing."