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Wednesday July 31, 2024

Supporting our neighbouring Air and Sea Cadets

31 (Tower Hamlets) Squadron Royal Air Force Cadets 

The Fishmongers’ Company has supported 31 Tower Hamlets Squadron - Royal Air Force Air Cadets since it was founded in 2012 and has it has been affiliated with the Company since 2014.  

The Squadron provides training and recognised qualifications, as well as instilling the principles of self-discipline, self-confidence and good citizenship and fostering the spirit of adventure and leadership qualities. Hundreds of cadets have had the chance to experience flying, go on expeditions across the UK and overseas and develop their leadership and team working skills while gaining recognised qualifications, including first aid qualification and prestigious classification badges contributing towards a BTEC Diploma in Aviation Studies. 

Click here to find out more about 31 (Tower Hamlets) Squadron Cadets. 

City of London Sea Cadets  

The Fishmongers’ Company are also affiliated to the City of London Sea Cadets, a close neighbour as they are located at HMS Belfast. 

The Sea Cadets aim to give young people an experience that will help them grow into the person they want to be in a safe and friendly environment. Through various activities and adventures, they learn teamwork, respect, loyalty, self-confidence, commitment, self-discipline, honesty and how to be the best version of themselves. 

They offer a range of different activities from sailing, windsurfing and powerboating – to rock climbing, camping, and music!  Cadets are also able to gain different qualifications that they can take with them when they leave Sea Cadets. 

Click here to find out more about the City of London Sea Cadets. 

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