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A number of cadets from the T.S. Forward Junior Division spent a weekend at Middleton Unit in Manchester. The cadets had a brilliant weekend experiencing scavenger hunts, rocket building, egg drops and so much more including cooking for themselves of which the creations where some what artistic. The cadets where able to advance greatly towards earning their badges,  as well as learning to work with new people from different units. Well done to all who attended! 

^{T.S. Forward recently hosted a fundraiser organised by a local resident, the aim of the fundraiser was to send a local boy to Legoland after he recently beat cancer. In total £900 was raised, enough to send the family away with spending money. As well as vital funds where raised for the unit by means of providing refreshments, on behalf of the family we would like to thank all those who supported the event.} 

 The Ships Company of T.S. Forward recently enjoyed an evening of celebration and they had much to celebrate. Firstly was the presentation of the Burgee for 2014, this is awarded once the unit has completed its annual inspection and is the highest award a unit can achieve, this has been achieved thanks to the hard work of the Staff and Cadets throughout the year well done! This followed with a inspection of the divisions by VIP Lt Cdr (SCC) F.V. Pugh RNR MBE, unfortunately Frank has recently retired from the Corps after some 72 years dedicated service cadet and adult. This amazing dedication was celebrated by the presentation of a ships decanter on behalf of the Ships Company, Frank was also made the unit President and T.S. Forward look forward to continuing to learn from Frank's experiences through his years. 

The ships company of T.S. Forward recently enjoyed their annual awards evening, the staff who’s responsibility it is to nominate the cadets for their awards where proud to entertain the cadets friends and family for an evening of celebration. Friends and family enjoyed a relaxed evening in comparison to recent years after the evening followed a more corporate style awards night with food and music. The Commanding Officer, Petty Officer (SCC) Arron Ainsie was proud to present Leading Cadet Tom Priest as Best Overall Cadet of 2013 among other awards. Some cadets where lucky enough to win an offshore voyage or cadet weekend course for their efforts over the past year. 

T.S. Forward would like to thank those who attended and made the evening possible, with special recognition to The Whiby High School who provided sound and lighting equipment. 

The Ships Company of T.S. Forward paraded for the Annual Remembrance Parade on Sunday 10th November. The band led the parade in both Ellesmere Port and Little Sutton as well as performing last post duties. The cadets where a credit and we are always proud to support the British Legion & the Poppy Appeal.