Birmingham Stirling Sea Cadets

Birmingham Stirling Sea Cadets We are Birmingham Stirling Sea Cadets, based at Pithall Road, Birmingham, B34 7PT J L Wilson CMG DD in the 28th October 1967.

The unit was formed in 1941 at schools in Whittington Oval, Lea Hall Birmingham and was originally named TS Lea Hall. In 1943 the unit moved to a large building called Stirling House In Flaxley Road, Stechford next to the railway. Stirling House was named after a race horse (reputed to be buried in the cellar of the house) and the unit took it's name from this, hence the sea horse on the unit cres

t. In 1965 the unit sold the property to a brewery and it was demolished and is now the Iron Horse Public House. A new unit was then constructed in it's present location in Pithall Road, Shard End. In the interim period the unit used the local church hall in Shard End for it's parades. The foundation stone was laid by the then MP for Stechford the Rt Hon Roy Jenkins in the 15th September 1966 and was latter opened by the Lord Bishop of Birmingham Rt Rev. The unit was awarded the Stephenson Trophy for the best unit in the area in 1958, 68, 84, 85 and 86 and went on to win the Canada Trophy for the best unit in the UK in 1984, 1985 and the Canada Plate in 1986. The units Field Gun Display Team ran from 1977 to 1988 and was only cadets display team to emulate the Royal Naval Field Gun Display appearing at a major show every year with a major audience of over 500,000/ The teams also appeared on national TV several times. Birmingham Stirling is the only unit to have made an attempt in the round Britain power boat record, and had it not been for the most appalling weather for 50 years, they would have completed the attempt in record time. Birmingham Stirling take pride in the fact that they beat the Royal Navy at the time.

It's your last chance to book for next week!Don't miss out on this fantastic FREE opportunity for your child.On the Wate...
30/07/2026

It's your last chance to book for next week!

Don't miss out on this fantastic FREE opportunity for your child.
On the Water still has limited spaces in Birmingham and London for you!

***BOOK NOW***

Birmingham - https://forms.cloud.microsoft/e/KGU3xuLdYZ

On the Water is a fun, free activity programme this Summer for young people aged 9-14. They get to try sailing, canoeing and paddleboarding, making friends and memories along the way!

There's no cost to parents/carers at all, thanks to our generous funders; we can offer these activities for free - so get involved!

Book now to avoid disappointment; we've still got a few spaces left!

Got a question? Message us on Facebook, or email: [email protected]

It's your last chance to book for next week!

Don't miss out on this fantastic FREE opportunity for your child.
On the Water still has limited spaces in Birmingham and London for you!

***BOOK NOW***

Birmingham - https://forms.cloud.microsoft/e/KGU3xuLdYZ

London - https://forms.cloud.microsoft/e/HiidNCxbie

On the Water is a fun, free activity programme this Summer for young people aged 9-14. They get to try sailing, canoeing and paddleboarding, making friends and memories along the way!

There's no cost to parents/carers at all, thanks to our generous funders; we can offer these activities for free - so get involved!

Book now to avoid disappointment; we've still got a few spaces left!

Got a question? Message us on Facebook, or email: [email protected]

24/07/2026

Bookings for On the Water in Birmingham have now reopened!

On the Water is a fun, exciting and FREE programme this summer for young people aged 9-14.
- Young people build confidence, learn skills and make new friends
- Try out boating like sailing, paddle sports, windsurfing and more!
- We provide all safety equipment, boats and qualified instructors

Where's it happening?
- Sea Cadets Midlands Boat Station

When's it happening?
- Sessions available weekdays from the end of July

Are there any restrictions?
- Young people must be aged 9-14 on the day they attend
- They can have up to three sessions (morning/afternoon) with us

How do I sign up?
To book an individual space for Birmingham On the Water, click the link here:
https://forms.office.com/e/KGU3xuLdYZ

To book a group session for Birmingham On the Water, email us today at: [email protected]

If you are the parent, guardian or carer for a young person aged 9-14, and are looking for a fun, exciting and free activity for them this Summer, look no further than On the Water!

Have a question, or would you like to find out more about On the Water?
Email us at [email protected], include your phone number, and we'll happily give you a call back

🏴 BURGEE 2025 🏴Pictured with some of our amazing cadets and volunteers is our 2025 Burgee Efficiency Award! Even though ...
23/07/2026

🏴 BURGEE 2025 🏴

Pictured with some of our amazing cadets and volunteers is our 2025 Burgee Efficiency Award!

Even though a majority of cadets are currently away on school holiday / other sea cadet courses, we felt it was important to present to show our gratitude to all that allowed us to achieve this fantastic recognition. πŸ₯‡ πŸ‘

The Burgee is the highest annual award a Sea Cadet Unit can receive, recognising excellence in cadet training, qualifications, opportunities, experiences, leadership, safety, and the dedication of the entire unit.

20/07/2026

Mercia District Trafalgar Night Dinner & Presentations - Sat 24th October 2026. Please email acting DRO and register your interest. Further details will be forwarded to those registering an interest.

17/07/2026

πŸŒŠβ›΅ Good luck to our cadets, CDT BC and AC RW, who are representing not only Birmingham Stirling Sea Cadets but also Mercia District Sea Cadets at the South West Area Sea Cadets Sailing Regatta at Weymouth National Boat Centre!

This is a huge achievement. After competing/being selected successfully at District level against other Sea Cadet units, they've progressed to the next stage of competition, representing the district on a much bigger stage!

We're incredibly proud of you both and know you'll give it your all.

Best of luckβ€”go out there and smash it! πŸ’™βš“

The whole Birmingham Stirling family is behind you!

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🚨 WE'RE RECRUITING! 🚨DATE FOR YOUR DIARY: (Sunday) 16/08/26 - Open Day!Looking for adventure, new friendships, and the c...
17/07/2026

🚨 WE'RE RECRUITING! 🚨

DATE FOR YOUR DIARY: (Sunday) 16/08/26 - Open Day!

Looking for adventure, new friendships, and the chance to learn amazing new skills?

βš“ Birmingham Stirling Sea Cadets is welcoming new cadets, and we'd love to meet you!

Whether you're interested in getting out on the water, taking part in exciting activities, building confidence, or gaining nationally recognised qualifications, there's something here for everyone.

πŸ“ Come and visit us at our Sea Cadet Unit in Shard End and see what we're all about.

πŸ’™ Your next adventure starts here!

πŸ“© Message us or email [email protected] to find out more or arrange a visit.

Another fantastic evening on the water for our Sea Cadets! πŸ›ΆπŸŒŠOur cadets enjoyed an evening paddling on our local lake, w...
16/07/2026

Another fantastic evening on the water for our Sea Cadets! πŸ›ΆπŸŒŠ
Our cadets enjoyed an evening paddling on our local lake, with plenty of fun both on and in the water, as you'll see from the photos! πŸ˜„
Sessions like these are about so much more than paddling. They help our cadets develop confidence, teamwork, resilience, and leadership skills, all while making great memories and enjoying the outdoors in a safe and supportive environment.
If you're aged 9–17 and are looking for adventure, new challenges, and the chance to make lifelong friends, we'd love to welcome you to Birmingham Stirling Sea Cadets.
Interested in joining? Get in touch with us at [email protected] and come and see what Sea Cadets is all about! βš“πŸ’™

Good Luck to LC MV at the Flag Raising Ceremony for Invictus Games 2027 this morning at the NEC Birmingham. Only rarely ...
10/07/2026

Good Luck to LC MV at the Flag Raising Ceremony for Invictus Games 2027 this morning at the NEC Birmingham.

Only rarely do we get the chance to join our Army and RAFAC colleagues in supporting events such as this that show what our amazing young people can do.


Mercia District Sea Cadets

Photos from the Mercia District Junior MACT last week .
09/07/2026

Photos from the Mercia District Junior MACT last week .

Address

Pithall Road
Birmingham
B347PT

Opening Hours

Thursday 6:45pm - 9:15pm
Sunday 11am - 2pm

Telephone

+441217486417

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