Recent News
News from around the Unit can be found here, upto 20 most recent articles. Full archives can be found using the buttons towards the bottom of the page:
- What a weekend it has been! Our cadets had a busy but thoroughly enjoyable time …
2024-06-17 15:29:42What a weekend it has been! Our cadets had a busy but thoroughly enjoyable time in Belgium, thanks to the warm hospitality of the people of Comines-Warneton. After a memorable Friday night at the The Menin Gate, Ypres, we kicked off Saturday morning with a visit Musée de la Rubanerie. Here, our cadets delved… - #OnTour24 Wessex Intermediate Drill Course
2024-07-21 15:08:21 Wessex District Intermediate Drill course included one of our Leading Cadets, can you spot them? Big thank you to Wessex District Sea Cadets for having usWessex District Sea Cadets held an Adult Core Drill Course, Cadet Intermediate Drill Course and Basic Peer Educator Course this weekend. BZ to all involved, thank you to… - #OnTour24 West Bletchley Carnival
2024-07-14 23:09:47🎉 Saturday this week at the West Bletchley Parish Council Carnival! 🎉 It was fantastic to see the community come together and enjoy the festivities. This is the first time in many years that the unit has attended this event, and it was great to be back. Despite the weather (once again not our… - Exciting Announcement!…
2024-07-16 17:49:13📣 Exciting Announcement! 📣 We are delighted to share the fantastic news that LC Melissa H has been selected as one of the Buckinghamshire Lord Lieutenant’s Cadets for 2025! Her official enrollment will take place in October this year. Each year, the Lord Lieutenant appoints senior cadets to support them in their work throughout… - 2024 Southern Area Paddlesports Regatta 2024 Results
2024-07-14 23:28:24 🏆 Another great day in competition! Today saw the Southern Area Sea Cadets paddle sport competition in Reading. 🚣♂️🚣♀️ Our cadets put in a brilliant effort and finished with some fantastic results. Well done to all our cadets who took part! A special shoutout to our polo team and paddlers who finished just… - #OnTour24 Area Rowing Handling Regatta pt 22024-07-13 12:35:37 Some more photos from last weekends regatta.Thank you to Mr Sears Southern Area Sea Cadets South East RFCA Bucks Uniformed Youth Source
2024 Newport Pagnell Carnival and 5K Run!…
2024-07-12 18:02:20🌧️🎉 Newport Pagnell Carnival and 5K Run! 🎉🌧️ While several of our cadets were competing in Poole last Saturday, some of our unit attended the Newport Pagnell Carnival and the Newport Pagnell 5K run. Unfortunately, the weather wasn’t on our side this year, which meant we couldn’t participate for both days of the carnival…
2024 June Divisions
2024-07-06 06:34:09Catching up on the last few weeks! 🌟 On 28th June, we had another round of divisions. While many of our cadets were down at the lake preparing for the upcoming regattas, those who turned out looked incredibly smart. We were also able to hand out a number of well-deserved qualifications. Bravo Zulu to…
National Recognition for TS Whaddon
****NATIONAL AWARD**** We are incredibly proud to announce that we have been awarded the Thomas Gray Memorial Trophy, for 2023 “The Thomas Gray Memorial Trophy is awarded to the unit who are the runners up to the Canada Trophy, the unit which is considered to have attained the second highest standard of all round efficiency…
- What a weekend it has been! Our cadets had a busy but thoroughly enjoyable time …
2024-06-17 15:29:42What a weekend it has been! Our cadets had a busy but thoroughly enjoyable time in Belgium, thanks to the warm hospitality of the people of Comines-Warneton. After a memorable Friday night at the The Menin Gate, Ypres, we kicked off Saturday morning with a visit Musée de la Rubanerie. Here, our cadets delved… - #OnTour24 West Bletchley Carnival
2024-07-14 23:09:47🎉 Saturday this week at the West Bletchley Parish Council Carnival! 🎉 It was fantastic to see the community come together and enjoy the festivities. This is the first time in many years that the unit has attended this event, and it was great to be back. Despite the weather (once again not our… - Exciting Announcement!…
2024-07-16 17:49:13📣 Exciting Announcement! 📣 We are delighted to share the fantastic news that LC Melissa H has been selected as one of the Buckinghamshire Lord Lieutenant’s Cadets for 2025! Her official enrollment will take place in October this year. Each year, the Lord Lieutenant appoints senior cadets to support them in their work throughout… - #OnTour24 Southern Area Sailing Regatta
2024-07-13 22:45:15Last Sunday, members of our unit traveled back to Poole for the Southern Area Sea Cadets sailing competition. LC Paris F braved the challenging conditions and performed admirably in the Pico races. Bravo Zulu for your hard work and determination! We’d also like to extend our gratitude to LC Jemma B for capturing the… - Cadet Vocational College BTEC Session2024-07-13 22:54:49On Wednesday night, we were thrilled to welcome Chris and Miranda from CV College, who assisted our cadets with their BTEC Level 2. Congratulations to one cadet who has completed the final workbooks for her Diploma, and kudos to the four others who are diligently working through their books. This nationally recognized qualification is…
- 2024 Newport Pagnell Carnival and 5K Run!…
2024-07-12 18:02:20🌧️🎉 Newport Pagnell Carnival and 5K Run! 🎉🌧️ While several of our cadets were competing in Poole last Saturday, some of our unit attended the Newport Pagnell Carnival and the Newport Pagnell 5K run. Unfortunately, the weather wasn’t on our side this year, which meant we couldn’t participate for both days of the carnival… - #OnTour24 Southern Area Rowing Regatta
2024-07-06 17:45:05What a day! We started very early from MK, picked up our friends in Sea Cadets Oxford and headed down to Poole for the Southern Area Sea Cadets Regatta. Handling Crew Results Despite facing challenging winds and unfamiliar conditions, our cadets gave it their all and achieved fantastic results. Bravo Zulu to our handling… - #OnTour24 Southern Area Band Competition – A First for MK
2024-07-06 07:28:59A First for Our Unit! 🎺🌟 Sunday, 30th June, marked a significant milestone for our unit. After just a few months of practice, LC Jemma B became the first cadet in our unit to enter the Area Band competition. Competing in the solo bugle category, LC Jemma delivered an outstanding performance, finishing 5th—just one… - 2024 June Divisions2024-07-06 06:34:09Catching up on the last few weeks! 🌟 On 28th June, we had another round of divisions. While many of our cadets were down at the lake preparing for the upcoming regattas, those who turned out looked incredibly smart. We were also able to hand out a number of well-deserved qualifications. Bravo Zulu to…
- 2024 Guest Post Wolverton-Ploegsteert – Philippe Lamote2024-06-19 09:42:24 Special Wolverton-Ploegsteert twinning weekend 2024 This year we proudly to hosted our English friends from Wolverton with the presence of a delegation of Harmonie royale les vrais amis de Ploegsteert Navy Cadets. The official reception took place at Plugstreet 14-18 Experience in the stunning glass pyramid. The museum tour was very much appreciated….
- Remembering Albert French – Milton Keynes2024-06-19 12:55:49This past weekend, our cadets in Milton Keynes came together for a meaningful memorial to honor Albert French in Milton Keynes as well as Belgium 🇧🇪.On the evening of Saturday, June 15th, cadets gathered at the Milton Keynes Rose for this significant act of remembrance. The event was graced by the presence of the…
- Royal Navy Engagement Team VisitOn Tuesday night we had the privilege of welcoming the Royal Navy Engagement Team to our unit. 🌟 They delivered a fantastic presentation to our cadets, shedding light on the exciting opportunities and life within the Royal Navy and Royal Marines🚢⚓️ Following the presentation, our cadets engaged in some thrilling team-building activities, further reinforcing the…
- National Recognition for TS Whaddon
****NATIONAL AWARD**** We are incredibly proud to announce that we have been awarded the Thomas Gray Memorial Trophy, for 2023 “The Thomas Gray Memorial Trophy is awarded to the unit who are the runners up to the Canada Trophy, the unit which is considered to have attained the second highest standard of all round efficiency… - Community Support: Willen Hospice Santa Dash 2023This morning saw our final community event of 2023 the annual Willen Hospice Santa Dash at Willen Lake Our cadets were helping set up, handing out medals and goody bags & helping with the clear up at this event to raise money for a very worthy cause. Our cadets had a great time, getting involved…
- National Combined Regatta – Milton Keynes brings home some PreciousNational Combined Regatta is a key event in the annual competition calendar, and Milton Keynes had a number of entries, as a result of a win at Area Paddlesports (500m Open Girls Double Kayak), and panel selection to represent Southern Area in the following: Open Boys Yole, Junior Girls Rowing, Open Girls Rowing. On Sept…
- What a weekend it has been! Our cadets had a busy but thoroughly enjoyable time …2024-06-17 15:29:42What a weekend it has been! Our cadets had a busy but thoroughly enjoyable time in Belgium, thanks to the warm hospitality of the people of Comines-Warneton. After a memorable Friday night at the The Menin Gate, Ypres, we kicked off Saturday morning with a visit Musée de la Rubanerie. Here, our cadets delved…
- #OnTour24 West Bletchley Carnival2024-07-14 23:09:47🎉 Saturday this week at the West Bletchley Parish Council Carnival! 🎉 It was fantastic to see the community come together and enjoy the festivities. This is the first time in many years that the unit has attended this event, and it was great to be back. Despite the weather (once again not our…
- Cadet Vocational College BTEC Session2024-07-13 22:54:49On Wednesday night, we were thrilled to welcome Chris and Miranda from CV College, who assisted our cadets with their BTEC Level 2. Congratulations to one cadet who has completed the final workbooks for her Diploma, and kudos to the four others who are diligently working through their books. This nationally recognized qualification is…
- 2024 Newport Pagnell Carnival and 5K Run!…2024-07-12 18:02:20🌧️🎉 Newport Pagnell Carnival and 5K Run! 🎉🌧️ While several of our cadets were competing in Poole last Saturday, some of our unit attended the Newport Pagnell Carnival and the Newport Pagnell 5K run. Unfortunately, the weather wasn’t on our side this year, which meant we couldn’t participate for both days of the carnival…
- #OnTour24 Southern Area Rowing Regatta2024-07-06 17:45:05What a day! We started very early from MK, picked up our friends in Sea Cadets Oxford and headed down to Poole for the Southern Area Sea Cadets Regatta. Handling Crew Results Despite facing challenging winds and unfamiliar conditions, our cadets gave it their all and achieved fantastic results. Bravo Zulu to our handling…
- 2024 June Divisions2024-07-06 06:34:09Catching up on the last few weeks! 🌟 On 28th June, we had another round of divisions. While many of our cadets were down at the lake preparing for the upcoming regattas, those who turned out looked incredibly smart. We were also able to hand out a number of well-deserved qualifications. Bravo Zulu to…
- 2024 Guest Post Wolverton-Ploegsteert – Philippe Lamote2024-06-19 09:42:24 Special Wolverton-Ploegsteert twinning weekend 2024 This year we proudly to hosted our English friends from Wolverton with the presence of a delegation of Harmonie royale les vrais amis de Ploegsteert Navy Cadets. The official reception took place at Plugstreet 14-18 Experience in the stunning glass pyramid. The museum tour was very much appreciated….
- Remembering Albert French – Milton Keynes2024-06-19 12:55:49This past weekend, our cadets in Milton Keynes came together for a meaningful memorial to honor Albert French in Milton Keynes as well as Belgium 🇧🇪.On the evening of Saturday, June 15th, cadets gathered at the Milton Keynes Rose for this significant act of remembrance. The event was graced by the presence of the…
- Royal Navy Engagement Team VisitOn Tuesday night we had the privilege of welcoming the Royal Navy Engagement Team to our unit. 🌟 They delivered a fantastic presentation to our cadets, shedding light on the exciting opportunities and life within the Royal Navy and Royal Marines🚢⚓️ Following the presentation, our cadets engaged in some thrilling team-building activities, further reinforcing the…
- National Recognition for TS Whaddon****NATIONAL AWARD**** We are incredibly proud to announce that we have been awarded the Thomas Gray Memorial Trophy, for 2023 “The Thomas Gray Memorial Trophy is awarded to the unit who are the runners up to the Canada Trophy, the unit which is considered to have attained the second highest standard of all round efficiency…
- Community Support: Willen Hospice Santa Dash 2023This morning saw our final community event of 2023 the annual Willen Hospice Santa Dash at Willen Lake Our cadets were helping set up, handing out medals and goody bags & helping with the clear up at this event to raise money for a very worthy cause. Our cadets had a great time, getting involved…
- National Combined Regatta – Milton Keynes brings home some PreciousNational Combined Regatta is a key event in the annual competition calendar, and Milton Keynes had a number of entries, as a result of a win at Area Paddlesports (500m Open Girls Double Kayak), and panel selection to represent Southern Area in the following: Open Boys Yole, Junior Girls Rowing, Open Girls Rowing. On Sept…
The most recent posts about our travels across the UK
- What a weekend it has been! Our cadets had a busy but thoroughly enjoyable time …2024-06-17 15:29:42What a weekend it has been! Our cadets had a busy but thoroughly enjoyable time in Belgium, thanks to the warm hospitality of the people of Comines-Warneton. After a memorable Friday night at the The Menin Gate, Ypres, we kicked off Saturday morning with a visit Musée de la Rubanerie. Here, our cadets delved…
- #OnTour24 Wessex Intermediate Drill Course2024-07-21 15:08:21 Wessex District Intermediate Drill course included one of our Leading Cadets, can you spot them? Big thank you to Wessex District Sea Cadets for having usWessex District Sea Cadets held an Adult Core Drill Course, Cadet Intermediate Drill Course and Basic Peer Educator Course this weekend. BZ to all involved, thank you to…
- #OnTour24 West Bletchley Carnival2024-07-14 23:09:47🎉 Saturday this week at the West Bletchley Parish Council Carnival! 🎉 It was fantastic to see the community come together and enjoy the festivities. This is the first time in many years that the unit has attended this event, and it was great to be back. Despite the weather (once again not our…
- #OnTour24 Area Rowing Handling Regatta pt 22024-07-13 12:35:37 Some more photos from last weekends regatta.Thank you to Mr Sears Southern Area Sea Cadets South East RFCA Bucks Uniformed Youth Source
- #OnTour24 Southern Area Sailing Regatta2024-07-13 22:45:15Last Sunday, members of our unit traveled back to Poole for the Southern Area Sea Cadets sailing competition. LC Paris F braved the challenging conditions and performed admirably in the Pico races. Bravo Zulu for your hard work and determination! We’d also like to extend our gratitude to LC Jemma B for capturing the…
- 2024 Southern Area Paddlesports Regatta 2024 Results2024-07-14 23:28:24 🏆 Another great day in competition! Today saw the Southern Area Sea Cadets paddle sport competition in Reading. 🚣♂️🚣♀️ Our cadets put in a brilliant effort and finished with some fantastic results. Well done to all our cadets who took part! A special shoutout to our polo team and paddlers who finished just…
- #OnTour24 Area Rowing Handling Regatta pt 22024-07-13 12:35:37 Some more photos from last weekends regatta.Thank you to Mr Sears Southern Area Sea Cadets South East RFCA Bucks Uniformed Youth Source
- #OnTour24 Southern Area Sailing Regatta2024-07-13 22:45:15Last Sunday, members of our unit traveled back to Poole for the Southern Area Sea Cadets sailing competition. LC Paris F braved the challenging conditions and performed admirably in the Pico races. Bravo Zulu for your hard work and determination! We’d also like to extend our gratitude to LC Jemma B for capturing the…
- #OnTour24 Southern Area Rowing Regatta2024-07-06 17:45:05What a day! We started very early from MK, picked up our friends in Sea Cadets Oxford and headed down to Poole for the Southern Area Sea Cadets Regatta. Handling Crew Results Despite facing challenging winds and unfamiliar conditions, our cadets gave it their all and achieved fantastic results. Bravo Zulu to our handling…
- #OnTour24 Southern Area Band Competition – A First for MK2024-07-06 07:28:59A First for Our Unit! 🎺🌟 Sunday, 30th June, marked a significant milestone for our unit. After just a few months of practice, LC Jemma B became the first cadet in our unit to enter the Area Band competition. Competing in the solo bugle category, LC Jemma delivered an outstanding performance, finishing 5th—just one…
- #OnTour24 West Bletchley Carnival2024-07-14 23:09:47🎉 Saturday this week at the West Bletchley Parish Council Carnival! 🎉 It was fantastic to see the community come together and enjoy the festivities. This is the first time in many years that the unit has attended this event, and it was great to be back. Despite the weather (once again not our…
- 2024 Newport Pagnell Carnival and 5K Run!…
2024-07-12 18:02:20🌧️🎉 Newport Pagnell Carnival and 5K Run! 🎉🌧️ While several of our cadets were competing in Poole last Saturday, some of our unit attended the Newport Pagnell Carnival and the Newport Pagnell 5K run. Unfortunately, the weather wasn’t on our side this year, which meant we couldn’t participate for both days of the carnival… - 2024 Guest Post Wolverton-Ploegsteert – Philippe Lamote2024-06-19 09:42:24 Special Wolverton-Ploegsteert twinning weekend 2024 This year we proudly to hosted our English friends from Wolverton with the presence of a delegation of Harmonie royale les vrais amis de Ploegsteert Navy Cadets. The official reception took place at Plugstreet 14-18 Experience in the stunning glass pyramid. The museum tour was very much appreciated….
- Remembering Albert French – Milton Keynes2024-06-19 12:55:49This past weekend, our cadets in Milton Keynes came together for a meaningful memorial to honor Albert French in Milton Keynes as well as Belgium 🇧🇪.On the evening of Saturday, June 15th, cadets gathered at the Milton Keynes Rose for this significant act of remembrance. The event was graced by the presence of the…
- Remembering Albert French – Ploegsteert, BelgiumMilton Keynes Sea Cadets commemorated World War I veteran Albert French in two locations over the weekend of 14th-16th June. A small contingent of cadets from T.S Whaddon departed early Friday morning, accompanying the Mayor of Wolverton & Greenleys, members of the Town Council and local associations to Ploegsteert, Belgium. This is part of annual…
- Celebrating Our Thomas Gray SuccessMay was a busy month for T.S Whaddon, we’ve seen the resumption of boating & competitive first aid alongside fundraising and recruitment activities in Central Milton Keynes. The main event was the much-anticipated presentation of the Thomas Gray Memorial Trophy. This trophy is a huge, mounted silver plate which is awarded for the second most…
- MILTON KEYNES SEA CADET UNIT WINS NATIONAL AWARD22/01/2024 MILTON KEYNES SEA CADET UNIT WINS NATIONAL AWARD Milton Keynes Sea Cadet Unit has won the Thomas Gray Memorial Trophy category apart of the 2023 Annual National Awards for coming second to Twickenham for the Canada Trophy. The Thomas Gray Trophy is for the unit which is considered to have attained the second highest…
