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Two cadets attended an AT Multi Activity course based at HMS Raleigh and taking part in activities on Dartmoor. The week included Modules on campcraft, mountain biking, NICAS level 1 - Foundation climber and much more. This was a physically arduous course and cadets involved had to be of a high level of physical fitness but it was fun and challenging throughout.

The weather was a little wet and windy for London Area Combined Regatta at Royal Victoria Dock Boating Station. But on the day Southwark cadets represented London Southern District in the Junior Boys Rowing event. While not winning on this occasion there was little to separate Southwark from Hornchurch and Twickenham crews. And now there is plenty of time to prepare for next years event.

A 'Ceremony of Remembrance and Recognition' was held at Glaziers Hall in the lead up to Armed Forces Day 2014.

During the evening 'The Honorary Freedom of the Borough of Southwark' was awarded to The Princess of Wales Royal Regiment.

Various presentations were made during the evening including a Deputy Lieutenant Certificate to Cadet Petty Officer Joshua McBride which was introduced by the Representative Deputy Lieutenant, Mrs Jenny Bianco and presented by General The lord Dannatt GCB CBE MC DL.

Southwark cadets were out in force representing the Sea Cadet Corps at the annual flag raising ceremony, now in its sixth year, which was attended by Chelsea Pensioners, Yeoman Warders and other veterans.

Mayor of London Boris Johnson said: "This year, the nation commemorates the centenary of World War I and we remember the men and women who served in, lived through, or lost their lives during that terrible conflict.

"One hundred years on, the UK Armed Forces continue to defend the UK and its interests, not only by promoting peace in countries such as Afghanistan, but also by providing security, delivering aid, tackling drug smugglers and fighting terrorism across the world.

"And so, today, our thoughts embrace all those in active service in areas of unrest, those who lead them, guide them and care for them abroad and at home and, of course, we remember those we have lost."

Not everyone got the opportunity to assist at the bike ride as also on 15 June Chatham Historic Dockyard hosted both the Southern and London Area Band Competition. And what a fantastic location as Chatham Dockyard played a vital role supporting the Royal Navy for over 400 years ... from the Spanish Armada to the Falklands Crisis ships built, repaired and manned from Chatham secured and maintained Britain’s command of the world ocean’s and the global position it has today.

It proved a successful day for Southwark in the solo drum section with OC Ronnie Francis taking 1st place and Cadet Nehemiah Ajibike a close 2nd.

Sadly there is no National event this year but that leaves plenty of time to practice for 2015 just a few minutes walk from TS Cossack SCC at the Tower of London.