We offer a range of different activities from sailing, kayaking and powerboating - to camping, and engineering - plus, so much more!
At Stonehaven you are also able to gain different qualifications that you can take with you once you leave Sea Cadets! UNIT HISTORY
The Unit was formed in 1954 and paraded at Dunnottar School. The fortunes of the Unit were somewhat mixed until in July 1958 it nearly ceased to exist due to a lack of adult staff. In January 1959, LtCdr A.G Mitchell MBE RN, on his retirement from the Royal Navy, obt
ained the use of an old and somewhat derelict Episcopalian school (built in 1846) as unit headquarters. At this time there were 9 cadets but by the end of the year the number had risen to 23. Having it's own headquarters proved the turning point for the unit. Over the next 8 years, cadets and parents slowly worked to improve the building. In 1969, with the gift of a piece of ground from Stonehaven Town Council, a boatshed was built. To a great extent the money was raised by cadets and friends of the unit. In May 1992 the Unit signed a new 25 year lease for its headquarters and added new toilet and shower facilities in 1994. In 1963 the Girls Nautical Training Corps was formed. Since then they have worked side by side with the Sea Cadets. In 1981 the GNTC became contingents of the Sea Cadets until in 1992 when the GNTC ceased to exist and we all became one, the Sea Cadet Corps. The unit has built up a formidable reputation not only locally being presented Freedom of Burgh of Stonehaven in 1971 but also at a national level. The Unit has become the most successful boating unit in the United Kingdom at the National Combined Regatta. First qualifying in 1960 the Unit has represented Scotland then Northern Area in every year since a feat not matched in the Sea Cadet Corps. The fleet of boats has grown to include 4 ASC, 2 Trinities, SMB Champ, 2 Avon RIB Sea Riders, an inflatable Gemini, 3 Bosun's, 5 Toppers, 2 Topaz's, 2 Laser's, 1 Pico, 1 Wayfarer and 9 canoes. Money was raised by many donations from the National Lottery, Lloyds TSB Foundation, Bells Nautical Trust, companies & businesses, individuals and Unit fund-raising. In 2000, a 25 foot yacht was donated by Professor Colin Mills FRCS to further RYA/SCC Offshore Sail Training. Free berthing alongside and on moorings is provided in the tidal harbour which is close to the Unit and boatshed. The achievements in these fields were not allowed to overshadow the other activities that the Unit regularly carries out, as has been demonstrated by awards being achieved in Duke of Edinburgh award scheme, BTEC Diploma in Public Services, sailing, drill, shooting, swimming, football, offshore sailing, mechanical engineering, communications, community involvement, etc. In May 1994 a Junior Sea Cadet Section was formed to assist with recruitment and has continued to prosper and now stands at 15 Junior Sea Cadets with a waiting list. They meet on the same night as the Sea Cadets and take part in most of the activities on offer. The Unit has also become a recognised Royal Yachting Association (RYA) Training Centre and accredited to British Rowing. This allows us to train AND assess candidates locally in a wide range of waterborne qualifications such as rowing, sailing and powerboating.
01/09/2026
⚓️ Stonehaven Harbour Festival 2026! 🌊
What a fantastic day we had at the Stonehaven Harbour Festival on Sunday!
Our Cadets had a brilliant time out on the water, showcasing some of the boating activities and skills we get up to at Stonehaven Sea Cadets. 🚣🛶⚓️
🏆 And we came away with a win!
Our raft took 1st place for Best Raft Design, winning the unit £50! A massive BZ to everyone involved in building and designing it! 👏
We also had our stall running throughout the day and are delighted to say we raised an amazing £690.00! 🎉💰
A massive BZ to all our Cadets and volunteers who gave up their time, helped on the stall, took part in the activities and represented the unit throughout the day.
A huge thank you to everyone who stopped by, supported us and helped make the day such a success! 💙⚓️
Well done Team TS Carron! 🙌
22/08/2026
🚒 A huge thank you to Stonehaven Fire Station for allowing Stonehaven Sea Cadets to come along and help with today’s Charity Car Wash! 🚗💦⚓️
We’d also like to say a big BZ to all our Cadets and staff who gave up their time today to help out. 👏
And of course, thank you to everyone who came along, got their car washed and donated to support two great causes. ❤️
A brilliant day of teamwork and community spirit! 🚒⚓️
22/08/2026
⚓️ Come down and see us at the Harbour Festival! ⚓️
📅 Sunday 30th August
Stonehaven Sea Cadets will be there with our stall, and our Cadets will be taking part in the harbour display! 🙌⚓️
Come along, say hello, meet some of our Cadets and volunteers, and see what we get up to! 🌊
We look forward to seeing you there! 👋
Now Eight Days to Go! (Sunday 30th August 2026) Looking forward to seeing Stonehaven Sea Cadets & Royal Marine Cadets putting on a display in the harbour.
21/08/2026
⚓️ Three of our cadets have been aboard TS Royalist this week! ⛵️
Here’s OC Summer sharing her favourite part of being on Royalist 👇
21/08/2026
🚒🧽 CHARITY CAR WASH – TOMORROW! 🚗💦
Tomorrow, our Cadets and staff will be joining the team at Stonehaven Community Fire Station to help with their Annual Charity Car Wash!
📅 Saturday 22nd August
⏰ 10:00–15:00
📍 Stonehaven Community Fire Station, Mill of Forest Lane
🚗 Bring your car along and let us give it a good wash! 🧽💦
All donations will be shared between Stonehaven Sea Cadets and The Fire Fighters Charity, so please come along, get your car cleaned and support two great causes at the same time! ⚓️🚒
See you tomorrow! 🙌
13/08/2026
🛶 Paddlesports Training Tonight!
Our cadets were out on the water tonight for their last paddlesports training session before the Area competition on Saturday! 💪🌊
They’ve been working hard on their skills and are ready to give it their best this weekend.
Good luck to everyone competing! 🤞⚓
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12/08/2026
We recently received a donation of 20 buoyancy aids from Ams Global Group Ltd in Aberdeen.
A huge thank you from everyone at TS Carron for supporting our unit, this donation has allowed our cadets keep safe by the water and keep us afloat this summer 🚣🏻 🛶 ⛵️
12/08/2026
🌒 SOLAR ECLIPSE 2026 🌒
This evening, our cadets had the fantastic opportunity to witness the solar eclipse — an event we won’t get the chance to see like this again from Scotland for around 50 years.
Cadets got creative and made their own cereal-box pinhole viewers, allowing them to safely observe the eclipse indirectly. 📦🔭
A brilliant evening of STEM, learning and making memories! ⚓️
Safety precautions were followed throughout. Cadets did not look directly at the Sun, and all viewing was carried out using safe indirect viewing methods.
12/08/2026
❤️⚡ NEW COMMUNITY DEFIBRILLATOR COMING TO STONEHAVEN ⚡❤️
We’re delighted to announce that Stonehaven Sea Cadets have received a generous donation from Altrad UK, Ireland & Nordics of a brand-new defibrillator and outdoor cabinet! ⚓
Once installed outside our unit, this potentially life-saving piece of equipment will be available to support not only our cadets, volunteers and users of our unit but also the wider Stonehaven community.
Having quick access to a defibrillator during a cardiac emergency can make a huge difference, and we’re incredibly grateful to Altrad for making this possible.
📍 The defibrillator will be located outside Stonehaven Sea Cadets, Marischal Street.
A huge thank you for supporting our unit and helping make our local community a safer place. ❤️
09/08/2026
🎉 Congratulations to Stonehaven’s newest Cadet Drill Instructor, LC Ross!
Ross has successfully completed the demanding Advanced Drill Course, developing his skills in drill, ceremonial procedures, leadership and instruction.
The course requires a high standard of discipline, confidence and attention to detail, with cadets learning how to lead a squad and pass their knowledge on to others within their unit.
A fantastic achievement and thoroughly deserved. We are incredibly proud of you, Ross. BZ! ⚓👏
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