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This St Georges Day Mercia District Sea Cadets gathered at St Pauls Church, St Pauls Square, to mark the occasion. 

Cadets from all over Mercia gathered to attend the service alongside Veteran organisations and members of the public, with a special guest Lord Mayor Cllr Marueen Cornish JP. 

After singing the national anthem and falling silent for the last call, cadets took part in a march past. A Royal Marine Cadet from Birmingham Vernon Royal Marine Detachment placed the wreath in memory of fallen naval personnel. 

A huge well done to our cadets who were smart, respectfull and professional. 

This easter Royal Marines Cadets and Sea Cadets from Birmingham Vernon attended the annual easter camp, held at Caerwent Training Area. 

Cadets took part in various activities, including basic field craft lessons, covert troop movements and even a display of "fire and movement" tactics from serving and ex Royal Marines. All of this whilst spending the weekend camping in their bivvies under the stars!

A fantastic experience in the field for our cadets and to top it off, Birmingam Vernon Cadet Force Adult Volunteers (CFAV's) were involved throughout in the delivery of these lessons. 

To find out more about the amazing experiences on offer to our cadets, contact us via the contact page!

- Sergeant (SCC) J Millward, Detachment Commander 

Our Cadet Force Adult Volunteers (CFAV) and Unit Management team attended the EY Showcase and awards presentation evening at Millennium point. 

This event was to highlight stories of young people within our community who have engaged in community projects and groups to help themselves navigate through life, and come out in a better more stable place. Two films specially made by the young people were presented which highlighted the struggles, challenges and perseverance of these young people - a truly inspiring event. 

Birmingham Vernon Sea Cadets and Royal Marines Cadets were there along with other youth charities such as the Princes Trust and the West Midlands Police Cadets to engage with the community and build new relationships. 

The Lord Mayor of Birmingham Councillor Maureen Cornish JP attended the event and gave a speech, spoke to our volunteers and posed for a photo. 

As Officer In Charge, i would like to personally thank the hard work that our Royal Marines Detachment has made in making our attendance at this event possible, and for the continued support from the units management team. 

- Sub Lieutenant (SCC) R Keyte RNR 

Birmingham Vernon Sea Cadets and Royal Marines Cadets is very proud to announce the promotion of our First Lieutenant. Petty Officer (SCC) Peter Fenton to Chief Petty Officer (SCC).

A hard earned promotion but much deserved from a hard working and committed member of staff. The entire ship's company is proud of you Chief.

As First Lieutenant, Chief Petty Officer (SCC) P Fenton sits on the Command team, and is vital to ensuring the daily routine of the ship is followed, helping to deliver the Sea Cadet experience.

The First Lieutenant (First LT) is second in command and also ensures the welfare of not only our cadets, but the uniformed instructors at the unit.

I'm sure you will join me in congratulating Chief for this fantastic achievement.

- Sub Lieutenant (SCC) R Keyte RNR

Officer In Charge

** CHANGE OF COMMAND AT BIRMINGHAM VERNON ** 

Thanks are in order for the recognition of the outstanding leadership, achievements and contributions made by our outgoing Lt (SCC) O Chambers MBE RNR during his tenure as Commanding Officer over the last 6 years.

Oliver now passes on the Command to the newly appointed Officer in Charge, Sub Lt (SCC) Richard Keyte RNR

During his time as Commanding Officer, Oliver has continuously improved the standards of the cadet experience. Our results in the last assessment being the highest score that Birmingham Vernon has ever had. This is true testament to the strong leadership and commitment shown by him. The last 6 years has really highlighted the success that Oliver’s involvement has had within Birmingham Vernon, such as 3 Captains Commendation for recognition of the additional projects undertaken from Birmingham Vernon, the willingness to take part in a partnership to realise the Midlands Boat Station Project, the Cadet Expansion Programme with Wodensborough Ormiston Academies Trust, that saw introduction of a brand new Royal Marines Cadets Detachment within the Sandwell Community and the transition of Sea Cadets within the Brasshouse Community Centre in Sandwell. Oliver has also played his part in terms of enabling Birmingham Vernon to win the Social Action Award for the South West Area in recognition of our community work across Birmingham and Sandwell.

Sir is a true example of the core values of our organisations and an excellent role model for our young people and certainly does give young people the best possible head start in life through nautical adventure and fun. He is equally a great mentor to not just our Adult Volunteer team, but the wider community at large.

We are thrilled that Oliver remains within the unit to continue his much valued support.

On behalf of the Ships Company, please join me in congratulating them both