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Cadets were out in force to assist at the WCSIM Summer Banquet held at Skinners Hall in the heart of the City. Many distinguished guests were in attendance including Baron Oxburgh, KBE, FRS who is an eminent geologist and geophysicist. Lord Oxburgh is well known for his work as a public advocate in addressing the need to reduce carbon dioxide emissions and develop alternative energy sources.  A scheduled ancient monument, Skinners’ Hall includes a banqueting hall and glass chandelier made for Empress Catherine the Great of Russia, and the large bell in the hall, cast in 1190, is one of the oldest in the country.

Staff and cadets from Southwark assisted at the British Heart Foundation London to Brighton Bike Ride. Over 32,000 cyclists set off from Clapham Common to enjoy the 54 mile journey that takes you from the bustling capital, through breathtaking country lanes to the finish line at Brighton's famous seafront. TS Cossack manned check points 1 to 6 which are possibly the most difficult taking in the start through some of the busiest roads. Interested, then why not register your interest for the London to Brighton Bike Ride 2014, which will take place on Sunday 15 June 2014.

Well done to everyone who assisted at Flag Day on Saturday 15 June 2013. Cadets and staff collected throughout the London Borough of Southwark securing funds to help run the unit over the coming months. Thanks also go to all those who supported TS Cossack SCC by making a contribution.

In early June an interesting day was spent exploring the waterways of East London. With Rib, Viking and Trinity a circular circuit was followed passing numerous landmarks including Victoria Park, Mile End, Limehouse Basin, Bow Locks and the Olympic Stadium before returning to Clapton Unit on the River Lee. The journey included passing through many locks with all involved assisting with the various tasks throughout the day.

The attached photo is of London Area’s best cadets (Cdr Brown Trophy Winner, Lord Lt’s Cadet, Navy Board Cadet and Lord Mayor’s Cadet) pictured at Westminster Abbey, having just superbly represented the SCC at the service to celebrate the 60^th Anniversary of the Coronation of HM The Queen. They are joined in the picture by two Royal Marines Cadets from Winchester College CCF.

Pictured from L-R are: POC Callum Malone (Southwark, Cdr Brown Trophy winner) LC Hannah Subitt (Beckenham & Penge, Lord Lt’s Cadet) two CCF RMCs from Winchester, POC Jessica Burton (Tooting & Balham, Navy Board Cadet) and LC Jessica O’Sullivan (City of London, Lord Mayor’s Cadet).