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AREA DRILL AND PIPPING COMPETITION
10 March 2026

AREA DRILL AND PIPPING COMPETITION

Fantastic day yesterday as our Sea Cadets proudly represented not only our unit but also our District.
 
 
The cadets travelled to HMS Excellent in Portsmouth to attend the Southern Area Drill Competition. Margate Unit has not been represented at this competition for many years, so simply being there was an incredibly proud moment for us all.
 
While we didn’t place this time, the experience gained was invaluable for both cadets and staff. It gives us something to build on as we continue to develop our skills and aim to return next year with even greater knowledge and understanding of the standards required at Area level.
Throughout the day the cadets showed fantastic unity, teamwork and professionalism both before and after the competition, and we couldn’t have asked for any more from them.
Keep your heads held high, show the resilience you’ve demonstrated, and come back even stronger. We’re excited to see what the rest of the year brings.
BZ all ⚓️
RECRUITMENT DAY AND BAND PERFORMANCES
21 February 2026

RECRUITMENT DAY AND BAND PERFORMANCES

Today, thanks to Westwood Cross, our Unit undertook a Recruitment/Promotional Day, as well as having a Band perform to the delight of shoppers! On behalf of the entire ship's company, we would like to thank the centre staff and shoppers for their kind comments and appreciation. It is really appreciated!

 
To some shoppers, seeing our Cadets and Staff in Uniform brought back fond memories of their time and their families who have served. Throughout the year, we undertake a variety of both training and public events, as well as ceremonial parades and services.
 
 
To those who showed interest in joining, and who took a leaflet, we hope to see you soon, and to those shoppers who donated money for their appreciation of the band, thank you!
 
For more photos make sure to check out our Facebook, Instagram and Threads, all official links via: http://www.margatescc.com
 
Chair / Mr Paul Holton,
Chairman UMT, TS Jamaica, Unit 235
Margate Sea Cadets & Royal Marine Cadets
DISTRICT COMPETITION
3 February 2026

DISTRICT COMPETITION

Huge congratulations to all our amazing cadets to whom have set the year off in style, by attending the East Kent District Drill and Piping Competition at Ashford, such a great start to the year!

Commenting on our Facebook page: www.facebook.com/margatescc
 
"Well done to all that attended East Kent District Drill and Piping Competition today and thank you to all the organisers and staff who helped make the day successful.
 
We were extremely impressed with the level of standard everyone displayed.
 
But most of all; we are proud of our cadets who represented TS Jamaica, the cadets did the unit and themselves proud.
 
The cadets worked extremely hard during their practice sessions and went out and showed just how determined they are. Coming away with four trophies for 1st place and one for 2nd, we couldn’t have asked for anymore from them. BZ TS Jamaica "
 

COMPETITION RESULTS:

1st Place - Unarmed Squad
1st Place - Junior Squad
1st Place - Squad Commander
1st Place - Junior Squad Commander
2nd Place - Colour Party
 

 

 

For more photos make sure to check out our Facebook, Instagram and Threads, all official links via: http://www.margatescc.com
 
Chair / Mr Paul Holton,
Chairman UMT, TS Jamaica, Unit 235
Margate Sea Cadets & Royal Marine Cadets
CONGRATULATIONS SIR!
30 January 2026

CONGRATULATIONS SIR!

CONGRATULATIONS, SIR, ON YOUR PROMOTION!

I am delighted to be able to announce here at TS Jamaica, our very own Officer-In-Charge has completed his Officer Development Programmes and has been promoted to the Officer Rank of Sub Lieutenant, Royal Navy Reserve.
 

Officer-in-Charge: Margate Sea & Royal Marine Cadets

Sub Lt. (SCC) Green RNR

has led by example, worked incredibly hard along with the entire team of Volunteer Staff and Committee, to push the Unit to succeed. His approachable, down-to-earth character and leadership style have had a huge impact on everyone, and over the past year or so has developed a stronger Unit, making memories, having achievements, going above and beyond and trailblazing our way forward.
 

Unit Management Team/Charity Trustee Chairman, Congratulating Newly Promoted Officer: Sub Lt. (SCC) Green RNR

Sub Lt. (SCC) Green RNR & Chair/Mr. Paul Holton

As Chairman of the Unit Management Team and Charity Trustee, who works in close partnership with the Officer in Charge, I am extremely proud of the Unit's achievements, thankful for the incredible team we have and thankful to have him at the helm. You only have to look through our Photos and Videos on our Social Media to see the pride we all have in our Unit.
 
On behalf of the entire ship's company here at TS Jamaica, Margate Sea Cadets & Royal Marine Cadets, congratulations, Sir! and to say thank you to all his continued hard work, loyalty and dedication.
 
For more photos make sure to check out our Facebook, Instagram and Threads, all official links via: http://www.margatescc.com
 
Chair / Mr Paul Holton,
Chairman UMT, TS Jamaica, Unit 235
Margate Sea Cadets & Royal Marine Cadets
 
 

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