Last Updated on 19/08/2025
The Sea Cadets help shape the next generation — particularly in maritime, engineering, or skilled trades – and Companies can provide invaluable support.
Daniel Lincoln, Livery Liaison at Sea Cadets, provides an introduction to Sea Cadet Units and the many links to Companies.
An affiliation between our Sea Cadet Units in and round London ( 44 in total) and a Worshipful Livery Company offers meaningful and lasting benefits to both organisations, grounded in shared values of service, tradition, and youth development.
Cadets can contribute to the ceremonial and civic life of The Worshipful Company by supporting events as standard bearers, parade participants, or volunteers, helping to preserve the dignity and heritage of your historic role in the City.
In turn, the Worshipful Company has the opportunity to play a direct role in shaping the next generation — particularly in maritime, engineering, or skilled trades closely aligned with your founding purpose. This partnership also serves as a visible commitment to community engagement and the Armed Forces Covenant, allowing your charitable giving to have a tangible and local impact.
For our cadets, the affiliation opens doors to inspirational role models, potential mentoring and career guidance, access to bursaries or scholarships, and the motivational pride of being recognised by such a prestigious institution. Even modest financial or in-kind support helps us maintain our equipment, deliver high-quality training, and ensure that Sea Cadet experiences remain accessible to all, regardless of personal circumstances.
If interested, please contact Daniel.
A flyer is available for further information.
