About us
Who we are
The Sea Cadets is the UK’s leading maritime charity and provides a head start in life for young people through nautical adventure and fun. Our volunteers work, both directly with young people and behind the scenes, to help make a positive difference to 9–18-year-olds in the local community.
Our culture and values
- Respect: “To be inclusive, appreciate others and considerate of all.”
What is said before: “To appreciate and be considerate to others.” - Loyalty: “To be faithful to those who value and support me.”
What is said before: “To be faithful to all those who invest in me.” - Self-Discipline: “To do my best and do what I must.”
What is said before: “To do what I must.” - Commitment: “To do what I say I will.”
- Honesty & Integrity: “To tell the truth and be a good person.”
- Courage: “To do what I know is right.”
What is said before: “To do what we know is right”

