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This is the official Sea Cadets page, celebrating the people, units and volunteers who make it all possible. This is the OFFICIAL Sea Cadets page.

From sailing and paddlesports to band, adventure training and ceremonial drill, our cadets experience a huge range of opportunities thanks to you. Cadets do loads, from sailing, kayaking, windsurfing and band, to rock climbing and drill. Something for everyone.

24/09/2026

We were proud to see cadets from Peterhead Sea Cadets (TS Caledonia) representing their community during a visit by His Majesty The King to Peterhead Port, Aberdeenshire.

Senior cadets played a prominent role in the visit, providing a Royal Guard and welcoming guests to the port.

During the visit, The King met organisations involved in the region's future development, including the Peterhead Energy Transition Forum, which is working to help ensure the energy transition delivers lasting jobs and investment to the local area.

Opportunities like these give our young people the chance to play a visible role in significant community occasions while demonstrating the confidence, professionalism and pride they develop through Sea Cadets.

BZ to all the cadets involved for being outstanding ambassadors for Sea Cadets and the Peterhead community. ⚓

02/09/2026

"Amazing to see them out on the water and they learn so many skills, first aid, catering, how to get their boat licence... and you know what they're telling me, it's so good to be doing something with their mates."

That's what Children's Commissioner for England Dame Rachel de Souza said after spending time with cadets from Wells-next-the-Sea.

During her visit, Dame Rachel joined cadets on the water and heard directly about the skills and experiences they gain through Sea Cadets.

The visit comes as she launches The Big Future, a national conversation with one million young people about their hopes, concerns and ambitions for the future.

We're proud that Sea Cadets gave young people the opportunity to share their voices directly with one of the country's leading champions for children and young people.

A huge well done to the cadets and volunteers at Wells-next-the-Sea, who did a fantastic job showcasing the life-changing opportunities Sea Cadets provides, from practical qualifications and adventure on the water to friendship, teamwork and a sense of belonging. ⚓

26/08/2026

🎺🏆 National Band Competition 2026 🏆🎺

What a day!

Hundreds of Sea Cadets from across the UK came together over the weekend at the historic National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, for our National Band Competition 2026.

The event began with outstanding performances from our solo competitors before bands from across the country showcased the musical talent, dedication and teamwork that make Sea Cadets bands so special.

From first-time performers to experienced musicians, every cadet gave their all, impressing judges and audiences alike with their skill, commitment and passion for music.

Bands and individual musicians were recognised across a range of categories, celebrating excellence in musical performance, marching, turnout and musicianship. Among the day's standout results, Bridgwater Sea Cadets secured the Overall Best Band title alongside five other awards, while cadets from units across the UK earned recognition for their skill, commitment and dedication.

👏 Congratulations to all who took part, and thank you to our volunteers, staff, families, donors and supporters who helped make the event such a success.

BZ to every cadet involved. We're incredibly proud of you all! ⚓️🎶

17/08/2026

What a way to celebrate 70 years of the Sea Cadets Physical Training Branch. 🎉

Over the weekend, cadets and volunteers from across the UK proudly passed out from the Sea Cadets Physical Training Qualifying Courses (SCCPTQ) 2026 at HMS Temeraire, Portsmouth.

Attended by Captain Sea Cadets, Captain Hannah MacKenzie VR RN, the Passing Out and Awards Ceremony recognised a week of hard work, resilience and achievement, culminating in qualification presentations, special awards and an impressive PT display.

As we mark 70 years of the PT Branch, we're celebrating the thousands of cadets and volunteers who have built confidence, resilience and leadership skills through physical training since 1956.

Congratulations to everyone who completed their courses and to the staff and volunteers who made the week such a success.

💪⚓ Here's to the next 70 years.

15/08/2026

Happy Birthday to HRH The Princess Royal, Patron and Admiral of the Sea Cadet Corps.

We are grateful for Her Royal Highness's enduring commitment to Sea Cadets and for the positive impact her support continues to have on young people across the UK.

Thank you for championing our mission and helping us inspire our cadets to build confidence, resilience and skills for life.

10/08/2026

Have you seen the sizzling summer edition of The Sea Cadet Magazine yet? 🌞🚤

This issue features former sea cadet Daniel Heffy, now Executive Chef at the NORD restaurant in Liverpool. Daniel credits Sea Cadets with helping build the discipline, respect and maturity that have supported his career, and says the wide range of activities helped him discover his strengths and find his path.

You'll also find inspiring stories from cadets across the UK, from taking on the Ten Tors Challenge and representing Sea Cadets as flag bearers at major events, to developing new skills on the water, in their communities and beyond. 🛥️👏

If you haven't had a chance to read it yet, take a look here:
🔗 https://theseacadetmagazine.org

06/08/2026

Every young person deserves to feel safe, respected and heard.

Safeguarding is at the heart of Sea Cadets. With compulsory training, a specialist safeguarding team and 24/7 support, we hold ourselves to high standards.

• 93% of cadets know who to turn to if they or someone else is being hurt or abused.
• Parents and carers rate their confidence in our safeguarding response at 9/10.

We’re proud of that confidence. We keep listening, learning and improving.

Concerned about something?
📞 020 7654 7070 (available 24/7)
✉️ [email protected]
Alternatively speak to a member of staff at your local Sea Cadets unit.

30/07/2026

The Summer edition of The Sea Cadet Magazine is here!
Dive into our latest issue, perfect holiday reading, now available online at https://theseacadetmagazine.org

In this Summer edition, we celebrate an action-packed spring across the Corps, including:
☀️ A special visit from the Second Sea Lord aboard TS Royalist
☀️ National recognition for outstanding units, volunteers and cadets at our National Awards
☀️ First Sea Lord's Cadets reporting from the Mountbatten Festival of Music at the Royal Albert Hall
☀️ Young aviators taking to the skies through the Cadet Naval Aviation programme

…and plenty more stories celebrating cadet achievements nationwide.
📖 Read it now: https://theseacadetmagazine.org/
📧 Have news to share? Email [email protected]

11/07/2026

⛵ The Tall Ships Races are underway!

Sea Cadets from across the UK are representing the UK aboard TS Royalist, forming one of the youngest crews in the entire international fleet as they take on Race 2 from Antwerp to Stavanger. An enthusiastic crew parade in the Netherlands has set the tone for an exciting voyage!

As Sea Cadets marks 60 years of competing in the Tall Ships Races, our cadets are putting their teamwork, leadership and resilience to the test on the international stage.

📍 Follow TS Royalist live and track the race here: https://sailtraininginternational.org/yb-tracking-2026/

29/06/2026

Armed Forces Week culminated in Armed Forces Day on Saturday, bringing communities together across the UK to honour those who serve, have served, and the families who support them.

Throughout the week, Sea Cadets proudly stood alongside the Armed Forces community. From local parades to national events, including the National Armed Forces National Event in Aldershot and Farnborough, cadets represented their communities with professionalism, confidence and pride.

Despite the heat, units nationwide showed outstanding resilience, teamwork and enthusiasm, reflecting the values that connect us to the Royal Navy and Armed Forces.

To every sea cadet and volunteer who took part, thank you. You did us proud.

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