Winchester Sea Cadets

01/09/2026

🌟 Calling all military-connected young people!

Northumbria University is conducting a study exploring social connections, wellbeing and loneliness among young people aged 11–18.

The survey is online and takes approximately 20–30 minutes to complete. If you meet the requirements, check out the poster and scan the QR code to get started! 📱

31/08/2026

28/08/2026

Our CyberFirst Defenders Programme is open for bookings! 🎉
Not just one course but two❗
Introducing you to the fast paced world of cyber security, skills, experience and exposure needed to be the future first line of defence in our CyberFirst world.

🌟Port Edgar Boat Station
🗓Date: 18/10/2026 - 23/10/2026
WM Code: NAT/26/1203537

🌟Port Edgar Boat Station
🗓Date: 25/10/2026 - 30/10/2026
WM Code: NAT/26/1206524

📌 To book on, please express an interest on your Sea Cadet Portal ( https://activities.sea-cadets.org/courses/cyberfirst-defenders/?s=defenders) or contact your Unit Command Team. Closes to bookings 4th September.

On completion of the course you can wear the intermediate IS badge. This course is residential and can also be used for your Gold DofE Residential.

READY, AYE, READY!

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23/08/2026

NOTICE OF ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING (AGM) NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Annual General Meeting (AGM) of Wi******er Sea Cadet unit (TS Itchen) will be held at Wi******er Sea Cadets, Building 305, Worthy Down, Wi******er SO21 2RG at 1915 HRS on Tuesday 22nd September 2026 to conduct the following business.

AGENDA

1. Apologies for absence.
2. Opening address or comments by Acting Chair.
3. Minutes of the last AGM for approval.
4. Matters arising from minutes of the last AGM.
5. UMC Report.
6. Commanding Officer’s Report.
7. Treasurer’s Report and adoption of accounts.
8. Election/Re-election of the Unit Management Team (UMT)* trustees.
9. Any Other Business

** *Notes:
• Election of the Unit Management Team (UMT) trustees – Individuals who are seeking election to the UMT must have their nomination proposed and seconded.
• Nominations can only be accepted if they are submitted on the official nomination form which can be obtained by emailing [email protected]
• The criteria as to who is eligible to sit on the UMT can be found in the unit’s charity constitution (SCSC). Please contact [email protected] for details.
• Any waiving of these criteria is at the discretion of the Volunteer & Business Support Manager (VBSM).

• Only fully completed forms will be accepted.
• Fully completed nomination forms need to be emailed back to [email protected] 20th September 2026.
• All newly elected UMT trustees will be required to complete a disclosure application, complete a P1 form (an application to join Sea Cadets which includes a Trustee Declaration indicating that they know of no reason why they cannot become a charity trustee), complete three online e-learning courses within two months and an Induction Day within 6 months of joining.

** Note: Any Other Business – Items of AOB will only be considered if they are proposed and seconded by email to [email protected] at least 24 hours before the meeting.

12/08/2026

Day 2 of the Gold DofE Qualifying Expedition: Mission Accomplished! ⛵️🌊

​An epic 13+ hour passage in the books today! Our cadets took Boleh from Yarmouth all the way to the River Hamble via Calshot, casting off at 07:10 and tying up safely at 20:47.

​Here are the highlights from today’s leg:
​In Full Control: The cadets are completely skippering and sailing the vessel themselves, handling navigation and seamanship. Our two qualified adults on board are strictly supervising—only stepping in if safety requires it!

​Spotted at Sea: The crew had an audience today!

They were spotted en route by one of our instructors from his Royal Navy vessel, as well as another instructor passing on his RIB who captured these amasing photos of Boleh under way. 📸

​Huge effort from the entire crew pushing through a long, rewarding day on the water. On to Day 3 where they sail to Cowes and then onto Chichester Harbour! 💪⛵️
​ YouthLeadership SolentSailing SailingExpedition NextGeneration Navigation The Ulysses Trust

11/08/2026

⛵ Day 1: Handing over the helm!

​The Gold DofE Qualifying Expedition is officially underway! Today, the adults stepped back into supervisory roles, and the cadets took complete ownership of the boat. ⚓

​With LC Will taking the helm as Skipper and an incredible cadet crew handling the deck, the team slipped lines from Gosport, navigated the Solent, and executed a brilliant passage to dock safely in Yarmouth, Isle of Wight this afternoon. 🌊

​Top-tier teamwork, sharp navigation, and genuine leadership on display from hour one.
​Bravo Zulu, crew! Bring on Day 2. 👏💪
​ The Ulysses Trust Sea Cadets

09/08/2026

⛵️ And we’re off! 🌊
After months of hard work, planning, and preparation, our unit-led Gold DofE Offshore Expedition is officially underway!

This expedition is planned, organised, and run entirely by our unit under a bareboat charter aboard the historic junk-rigged vessel, Boleh (owned by the Boleh Trust). Supported by a MSSC relief skipper and our own Unit Training Officer as Mate, our team is taking full charge of the adventure.

Today marks Day 2 of the practice expedition, with our cadets setting sail from Gosport to the Isle of Wight!

The crew brings together four cadets from Wi******er and one from Bournemouth. A huge shoutout to Leading Cadet Will, who holds his RYA Day Skipper and will be leading the Qualifying Expedition under adult supervision.

Every cadet on board has put in immense effot to earn various qualifications in advance. Toghether they hold a variety of Day Skipper, Competent Crew, VHF, and RYA Essential Navigation & Seamanship qualifications to get here

A massive thank you to The Ulysses Trust for providing the bursary support that helped make this life-changing, unit-run adventure possible! 👏✨
Stay tuned for more updates from the water! ⚓️👇

02/08/2026

Thank you Sea Cadets Southampton for putting this course on and BZ LC Aura for passing.

17/07/2026

Rescues, rolls, and teamwork. Just another day out with Wi******er Sea Cadets! 💦

13/07/2026

We are one week away from the first day of National Virtual Junior Summer Camp! Are you booked on? The enrolment course will close on the 15th July at 9am; speak to your unit to get booked on and receive the details on how to access the camp!