Darlington Sea Cadet unit

05/06/2026

Today we're at the veteran's hub in the Market Square. Looking forward to seeing you there. If you can't make it but are interested, contact us on [email protected]

04/06/2026

04/06/2026

Northern Area Summer Camp 2026

After many hours of looking through applications.

All cadet places have now been offered on Westminster and set to accepted.

Please check, make payment & get parental consent via the portal ASAP.

Any non-payment places will be allocated to one of the reserves. This year camp was oversubscribed by over 120 cadets so places will go fast.

Bring on

Northern Area Summer Camp Team
E: [email protected]

04/06/2026

Thank you dearly to all who make Area training possible from the Course Directors who plan and organise everything to the Instructors that facilitate and the Supervisors that look after everyone in the evening, to the Welfare and First Aid Teams that look after everyone’s wellbeing, to the Logistics Teams and drivers and everyone in between.

Thank you for what you do!

04/06/2026

Captain Sea Cadets, Captain Hannah MacKenzie VR RN has a message for our dedicated volunteers:

"As we celebrate Volunteers’ Week 2026, it’s the perfect time for me to reflect on the incredible volunteer-led outcomes and achievements I’ve witnessed during my first six months as Captain Sea Cadets. Firstly, thank you to all the amazing command teams, instructors and trustees who have welcomed me into their units during my travels so far. Your passion and dedication has been truly inspirational – and I know that your hard work and positive impact is being replicated in units across the UK.

To every single one of our volunteers: I am absolutely humbled by the effort and commitment you show, week after week, rain or shine. The way you always put your cadets first; your pride in seeing them achieve their potential; and the support you show to your colleagues – that is the bedrock of the Sea Cadets family, and I am so honoured to be your Captain. Because of you, our young people are gaining the confidence, resilience and strong values they'll need to be the leaders (and volunteers) of the future! On behalf of everyone at MSSC, I offer my deepest thanks. BZ!"

02/06/2026

📢Calling all cadets over 17 years old!

There is a new Cadet to Volunteer course cohort open for booking! 🙌

❗Cadets must attend all 6 modules in the Cadet to Volunteer Programme.
You can be any rank but must be over 17 at the start of the course.

WM Code: NAT/26/1189360
Course starting 25th June

The dates to be available for are below:
🗓
25 June - C2V01 Roles & Responsibilities

23 July - C2V02 Safeguarding

27 Aug - C2V03 Action Learning Set 1

24 Sep - C2V04 Challenging Situations

29 Oct - C2V05 Building your Toolkit

26 Nov - C2V06 Action Learning Set 2

⭐Keep a look out for more cohorts coming soon!

If you have any questions or would like more information please send an email to [email protected]

READY, AYE, READY!


Southern Area Sea Cadets
South West Area Sea Cadets
London Area Sea Cadets
Sea Cadets Northern Area
Sea Cadets North West Area
Eastern Area Sea Cadets

02/06/2026

Kit list information:

Just a note about boating kit:

There's no need to buy anything new but don't wear anything that you wouldn't want to get wet or dirty.
Old trainers are ideal, if you do want to buy something, places like lidl, sports direct or aldi sometimes have deals on boating shoes but shouldn't be more than £10-15.
Legs should be covered (avoids sun burn) but not with anything heavy or that would soak up water, tracksuit bottoms or Leggings are ideal, no jeans please.
We don't ever wear football colours, it's too divisive but that weight of t shirt is ideal. This should be covered with a fleece or sweatshirt, layers, so that they can be removed or added to, as the weather fluctuates. A splash proof jacket could be handy too, if you have one.
You should also bring sun tan lotion, regardless of weather, the sun reflects on the water & wind can damage your skin too. Unfortunately, we cannot supply or apply sun tan lotion for you, as some people have reactions to certain brands, so everyone needs a small bottle of their own.
A peaked hat is needed to keep the sun out of your eyes (woolly if it's going to be dull & cold)
You will also need to bring a towel & set of clothes to change into, for the journey home, should you get wet.
You will also need a bottle of water (never energy drinks) and if over mealtimes, a packed lunch.
Any questions? email [email protected]
This is also the contact for joining

02/06/2026

We still have the following voyages open for cadets!!
Now is your time to get on an offshore voyage for 2026❗🌊

Y31P (Passport required)
📍St Peter Port-St Peter Port
26 Jul - 31 Jul 2026 x 1 berth available
❗Must be 16+ or from Channel Islands

Y32P (Passport required)
📍St Peter Port-Plymouth 16+
01 Aug - 07 Aug 2026 x 1 berth available
❗Must be 16+

The voyages are currently open for units to make pending bookings for their cadets on Westminster.
All cadets must have a swim qualification recorded on their records to attend an Offshore Voyage.

The voyages listed above are currently open for units to make bookings on Westminster.

🙌Bursaries are available if the criteria is met.

❗Cadets must be at least 13 years and 6 months to attend on the Yachts & TS Royalist, and have a swim qualification/water certificate recorded on their Westminster training records.

READY, AYE, READY!


South West Area Sea Cadets
Sea Cadets North West Area
Sea Cadets Northern Area
Southern Area Sea Cadets
London Area Sea Cadets
Eastern Area Sea Cadets

02/06/2026

For Volunteers’ Week 2026, we’d like to say thank you to all our incredible volunteers.

We are incredibly grateful for the time, commitment and passion you give to Sea Cadets every week.

Whether you’re instructing, supporting your unit behind the scenes, or helping cadets take part in new opportunities, you are making a real and lasting difference to young people’s lives.

As one parent shared recently, “it’s helped bring out the best in my children - we’re very grateful.”

On behalf of our cadets, thank you for your dedication, time and inspiration 💙

01/06/2026

Don't forget Tuesday 2nd is divisions. Everyone to wear no 1 uniform with caps (if they have been issued to you), RNPCS with berets, for the others, NECs to wear their usual attire.