Autumn 2025

Northampton Unit’s Silver DofE cadets testing their routes and navigation skills on a July practice expedition.

Your photos: Autumn 2025

Each issue we share some of your photos to show what you’ve been doing. Here’s a selection of events and activities cadets have been enjoying over the summer months

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Leave a lasting legacy

Change the lives of young people across the country, and support seafarers across the world, by leaving a gift in your Will

Warsash Unit’s gold medal-winning Continuity Team

Polished performances

The National Drill & Piping Competition was a magnificent display of what months of teamwork can achieve

Receiving his 2025 trophy from Sea Cadets President, Admiral Sir Philip Jones GCB DL

Corps showcase: Pipe dreams

Each issue we’re bringing you a story from around the Corps that showcases the spirit of Sea Cadets. Cadet Sergeant Rafael of Flitwick & Ampthill Unit has taken the title of National Individual piping champion for an unprecedented two years running. How did he get there and what will be his next high-profile performance?

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Meet your Buddhist chaplain

Our newest chaplain is Matthew Percival/Geshe Tenzin. Here, he tells us all about the role and explains how he’s here to support people of all faiths or none

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Volunteer spotlight: Volunteer Support Team

From onboarding new volunteers to improving the volunteering experience, this team keeps things running smoothly, so you can get on with what matters

Freddie on board TS Royalist, where he was part of the crew as Bosun for four years

Careers: How to become an offshore sailor

Former cadet and Yachtmaster of the Year Freddie Jablonski tells us about working on superyachts and how a voyage on TS Royalist sparked his love of sailing

HRH The Princess Royal inspects cadets at Midlands Boat Station

Ready, set… boat!

Our new Midlands Boat Station has officially been opened by HRH The Princess Royal, and is ready to provide more unforgettable experiences on the water

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Course spotlight: Physical Training

We bring you the run down on a new Physical Training syllabus for sea cadets that can be delivered at all units

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The Sea Cadets guide to keeping fit

POC Millie, of Cheshunt Unit, is the first cadet appointed as a Corps PT Instructor in 10 years and wants to help you achieve a healthy mind and body. Use her tips to reach your fitness goals

Climbing the rigging

Help us complete the Royalist refit!

We’ve raised more than £700,000 to keep our tall ship in service for young people, but we still need your help to get the job done

Martin Coles at the Sea Cadets National Regatta in 2023

Passing the helm

A fond farewell to Martin Coles CBE – and a warm welcome to our new CEO