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The Duck Derby and Family Fun Day is an annual event that has been organised by the Lions Club of Maidenhead for many years. This year the event will took place on Sunday 21st May, as ever on Ray Mill Island (a little known oasis reached by a small bridge adjacent to the Boulters Lock Hotel).

The event features Fun Fair attractions, Punch & Judy, Stalls galore with games of skill and chance and things to buy, Children’s Duck Hunt with prizes for various age groups, Tombolas and Food & Ice Cream.

Please find attached your invitation to celebrate the units 75th anniversary.

Maidenhead Sea Cadet Unit has been awarded the Top Proficiency a Sea Cadet Unit can earn (A Burgee), following their Royal Naval Parade on Tuesday 2^nd May.

The evening began with a traditional ceremonial colours and prayers routine, with an inspection of the Guard of honour by CDR Trevor Price RN, Southern Area Sea Cadets’ Area Officer.

This was shortly followed by a number of different presentations and activities by the cadets, as they showcased everything they have been involved with over the past year and everything a Sea Cadet can expect to enjoy as part of T.S. Iron Duke. This included things such as Drill and Ceremonial, Boating, Community Activities, First Aid, D of E and many many more.

Finally, the evening ended with some individual presentations to some of the Cadets, of which was Leading Cadet George, who was promoted to the highest cadet rank possible – a Petty Officer Cadet – an incredible achievement given that there are only 13 in the whole of the South East of England.

The unit was praised for its dedication, growth, as well as the variety of activities on offer at a local level and the steady improvements it had made throughout the year.

Also in attendance to witness the event was a host of parents, local school representatives and the Deputy Mayor and Mayoress of RBWM, Cllr John Lenton and his wife Margaret.

S/Lt (SCC) Chris Edge RNR – the Commanding Officer at Maidenhead Sea Cadets, said: “We are delighted to have received this award, which is testament to all the hard work put in by our cadets and volunteers, who should all be very proud of this achievement. To be recognised in this way really is an honour.

“Sea Cadets offers so many opportunities to both adults and young people. It is important to remember that we are an independent charity that relies on volunteers in the local community to help make a positive different to the lives of so many young people in the area. If you think you could help us, please get in touch. Likewise, if you are between the ages of 10 and 18 and are interested in becoming a Sea Cadet, we would love to hear from you.”

T.S. Iron Duke, which is part of national charity Sea Cadets, gives young people a new perspective. We broaden horizons and create possibilities. Working across the UK with 14,000 young people between 10 and 18, we help them see the world with confidence, gained through the challenge of nautical adventure and a Royal Navy ethos. Our aim is to help more young people to see the future that they want – and make that future happen. 

The unit parades on Tuesdays and Fridays from 18:45-21:15, and meets at our Unit Headquarters in Mill Lane, Taplow, Sl6 0AD.Visit: www.sea-cadets.org/maidenhead to find out how you can join.

For more information, please contact: S/Lt (SCC) Chris Edge RNR on 01628 623089 (Tues & Fri only after 6pm) and maidenheadscc@gmail.com

Rifle Drill is used in the Sea Cadets to teach cadets Teamwork, Commitment and Self-Discipline. The rifles used are for Parade Purposes only. 

Rifle Drill is used in the Sea Cadets to teach cadets Teamwork, Commitment and Self-Discipline. The rifles used are for Parade Purposes only. 
Rifle Drill is used in the Sea Cadets to teach cadets Teamwork, Commitment and Self-Discipline. The rifles used are for Parade Purposes only. 
Rifle Drill is used in the Sea Cadets to teach cadets Teamwork, Commitment and Self-Discipline. The rifles used are for Parade Purposes only. 
Rifle Drill is used in the Sea Cadets to teach cadets Teamwork, Commitment and Self-Discipline. The rifles used are for Parade Purposes only. 
Rifle Drill is used in the Sea Cadets to teach cadets Teamwork, Commitment and Self-Discipline. The rifles used are for Parade Purposes only. 

MAIDENHEAD SEA CADET UNIT AWARDED TOP PROFICIENCY AT ROYAL NAVAL PARADE 

Rifle Drill is used in the Sea Cadets to teach cadets Teamwork, Commitment and Self-Discipline. The rifles used are for Parade Purposes only. 
Rifle Drill is used in the Sea Cadets to teach cadets Teamwork, Commitment and Self-Discipline. The rifles used are for Parade Purposes only. 
Rifle Drill is used in the Sea Cadets to teach cadets Teamwork, Commitment and Self-Discipline. The rifles used are for Parade Purposes only. 

Due to Staff Training the Unit will not be Open on Friday 24th March 2017.

We apologise for an inconvenience caused.

WOW!!!! What an amazing, yet another busy weekend for T.S. Iron Duke!

We achieved 5th place in the Southern Area Armed Squad Competition today, the first time in this event for 5 years. Competition was very high but great for us to experience the occasion and witness some incredible drill!

Additionally LC George travelled to SCTC Caledonia (in Scotland) and successfully passed his Activity First Aid course/1st Class. As a result we will now be able to rate him up to Petty Officer Cadet - the first to achieve this in our Unit since 2014!!!