Autumn 2020

The First Sea Lord with his 2026 cadets onboard HMS Victory

Introducing the First Sea Lord’s Cadets for 2026

Every year a cadet from each area is selected as a First Sea Lord’s Cadet. Their role includes representing Sea Cadets and having a chance to see the work of senior Royal Navy officers.

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A Trafalgar Day to remember!

Early starts, epic teamwork and a historic stage – discover how determination turned a national parade into an unforgettable memory for a few well-travelled cadets

Rickmansworth Unit being presented with their Elworthy Trophy medals

Captain’s BZ: Spring 2026

As Captain Sea Cadets, I’ll be celebrating the impact of cadets and volunteers around the UK. For my first column, I’m highlighting three units local to me in North London!

Captain Hannah wants more young people to benefit from joining Sea Cadets

Meet the Captain

We asked cadets for their most important questions for our new Captain Sea Cadets, Captain Hannah MacKenzie VR RN. Here are her responses!

Shaun sees his role as an opportunity to see the world while serving his country

Careers: How to become a Royal Navy Logistics Officer

Lt Shaun Omoregbee RN, 21, is a former First Sea Lord’s Cadet and now volunteers with Greenwich Unit in addition to his exciting Navy career

Cadets learnt about Dunkirk and how it continues to hold a special place in our history

A voyage of reflection

Sea cadets played important roles in poignant commemorations of the 85th anniversary of the miraculous rescue mission

A golden group of winners of the top award

Going for gold

Duke of Edinburgh’s Gold Award recipients were celebrated at a prestigious Buckingham Palace event

Learning new skills with SeaVenturers

News round-up: Autumn 2025

A collection of news stories from around the Corps, from Tall Ships to hot shots

Cadets from Eastern Area Sheffield Unit chat with the Lord Mayor, Cllr Safiya Saeed, and Deputy Lieutenant of South Yorkshire, Lt Col Robert McPherson MBE

Area news: Autumn 2025

Find out what cadets have been doing across the country, from winning the most improved unit to commemorating the 80th anniversary of VE Day.
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Everyone faced up to multiple challenges

Strength of character

Hot spring weather provided a testing environment for cadets at May’s Gibraltar Cup competition at Commando Training Centre Royal Marines in Lympstone, Devon

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The Sea Cadets guide to public speaking

Being a good public speaker can bring many benefits and opportunities. And within Sea Cadets, getting your message across can help with promotions, teaching and leadership. We asked five accomplished cadet speakers for tips to transform your delivery and overall confidence

The Learning Development Team, from left to right: Kirsty Leeder, Sam Dobson, Rebecca Price, Natasha Sloan

Volunteer spotlight: Learning Development Team

Anyone who has attended a session at their unit will have been taught from a plan created by the Learning Development Team. This team works across Sea Cadets and beyond to make sure everyone has the most up-to-date resources for learning

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