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On the 8th of March this year, Nottingham had their biennial Royal Naval Parade. For 2012, Nottingham have achieved their 27th consecutive burgee, an efficiency award which is only awarded to the highest calibre of units. This year’s RNP was attended by the Captain of the Sea Cadets, Captain Mark Windsor RN.
The evening began with a full ceremonial display including an armed guard of 6 cadets and an inspection of all the divisions by both the Captain and the Area Officer, Cdr Eric Langley RN. The VIPs were given a tour of the unit, showcasing some of the areas which have recently been refurbished thanks to the generosity of the local TA, whilst the parents were treated to stand easy where they could peruse the various static displays.
All of the VIPs and visitors were then invited to watch this year’s evolution, entitled ‘Coach Trip’, which took the form of a film highlighting Nottingham’s achievements from 2011. The normally drab boatshed was transformed into a high tech cinema, complete with pretend popcorn and 3D glasses for each audience member. Scenes included the National Trafalgar Day parade, an international exchange to Canada, and Nottingham’s spectacular Gold medal win at the National Combined Regatta in September.
The night was concluded by presentations and the Area Officer’s address, where he commended the unit on their efforts. The presentations included the advancement of Bayleigh Sills to Leading Cadet, and Jack Palmer to Petty Officer Cadet. The evening was thoroughly enjoyed by all and the burgee was certainly well deserved.
In February Nottingham Sea Cadets participated in the first District 'Combined' competition which consisted of Seamanship, Marine Engineering and Communications.
The team was POC Hendry, LC Pooler, Cdt Marks and Cdt Collins who all did very well.
Nottingham had their final parade on the 15th December at the East Midlands Railway Club Association in Colwick.
The evening began with the New Entry passing out parade for the following cadets:
CDT BeeversCDT CranwellCDT DawesCDT HubnerCDT JohnsonCDT MarksCDT PearsCDT SarricchioCDT Howbrook WestThen we went to the qualifications and rates gained from the previous Training Programme. Many cadets achieved their next rate, as well as cadets gaining Third Class Seamanship, and Piping.
ACs Matthews and Sarricchio were rated up to LCs.
This was followed by the Annual Awards which included awards for attendance, most qualifications gained, and community service. Full results of this are to follow.
The cadets from the Rowing Boat Handling team presented CPO (SCC) Woolley with a hand made photo frame as a thanks for his hard work training them during the year for their win at Nationals in September.
Then the cadets were allowed to get changed and attack the buffet (!) followed by disco dancing and karaoke for all.
The night was very enjoyable and a great success. Thanks to the P&SA and also to LtCdr (SCC) M Welsh RNR for being the Inspecting Officer on the night.
The District Drill and Piping Competition was held at Worksop Unit on the 11th December. This year we entered 12+1 Unarmed, Team and Individual Piping, and Colour Party.
Results:
Best Guard - Worksop
Best Unarmed - Burton On Trent (Runners Up - Nottingham)
Best Colour Party - Newark (Runners Up - Nottingham)
Best Individual Piping - Mansfield (1st & 2nd - both to Area)
Best Team Piping - Mansfield (Runners Up - Nottingham)
Best Dressed Cadet (Piping) - Mansfield
Best Dressed Cadet - Worksop
Best Guard Commander - Worksop
Best Squad Commander - Burton On Trent (Runners Up - Nottingham)
Gary Priestley Trophy - Nottingham
The Gary Priestley Trophy is an award which recognises the amount of participation in District competitions and events by each unit. Winning this award is a testament to the continual hard work and determination of all the cadets and staff at TS Orion.
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