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About Tunbridge Wells Sea Cadets
TS BRILLIANT was formed in 1935 at the old Agricultural Showground in Showfields, before moving to our existing building in Albion Road.
The Unit has a very long and proud history, not only locally but also nationally, with key highlights being in 1998 when we were awarded the Canada Trophy for the best all round Sea Cadet Unit in the United Kingdom, 2007 when the Armed Drill Squad won the National Competition and 2008 when the Unit Band was crowned National Champions.
The Unit Band also frequently travels to Wiesbarden and Lambersart, the twin towns of Tunbridge Wells and Southborough in Germany and France respectfully.
TS BRILLIANT offers a fun and friendly environment to help you develop into a confident young adult with skills that assist you in later life, no matter which career path you choose.
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Want to Help??
We are always looking for Adult Volunteers to help in any role within the unit, even if you want to come and instruct the cadets, with or without any military background and just a naval interest we will welcome you.
Please contact Sub Lieutenant (SCC) James Groves Royal Naval Reserve for more information.
Want to help but not teach??? well you are still welcome, as a charity the unit has the Management Committe dedicated to raising funds for the unit. If this interests you, please contact Derek Ireland, the Unit Chairman on the details below for more information
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International Tour!!!!
February 2010 will see the unit band travel to the Tunbridge Wells twin town of Wiesbaden in Germany to take part in their carnival season.
Tunbridge Wells has been twinned with Wiesbaden for 50 years, and the unit has strong links going back to the 1980's of providing bands at these events.
The Band will be there from Thursday to the Tuesday, dates TBC and will be staying in the Police College.
The event will be at some cost to cadets, however, if you would like to sponsor a place for a cadet or make a donation towards the cost please email either Mr Derek Ireland or S/LT James Groves on ts.brilliant@hotmail.com
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Our Unit Staff
Lieutenant (SCC) Brenda Hide Royal Naval Reserve
Unit Commanding Officer
LT Hide is the Officer in Charge of the Unit and responsible for the running of the Uniformed side of our organisation.
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Sub Lieutenant (SCC) James Groves Royal Naval Reserve
Unit First Lieutenant
S/LT Groves is responsible for the day to day running of the unit making sure the Ship's Routine is followed and discipline maintained whilst everyone has fun!
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SGT (SCC) George Martin
Detachment Commander
Sgt Martin is the Marine Cadet Sections' Detachment Commander and is responsible for the running of the Marine Cadet Section on behalf of the Unit Commanding Officer
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Mrs Avis Royle
Administration Officer
Avis is the Unit Administration Officer and runs the Ship's Office from the Issue of forms to the booking of courses and anything paper orientated within the unit
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LT (SCC) Derek Ireland JP MBE RNR
Unit Management Committee Chairman
Derek is the Unit Chairman and responsible for everything non uniform, including making sure the building and facilities meet health and safety requirements and ensuring that we run inline with the regulations set out by the Charities Commission of England and Wales
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Petty Officer (SCC) Matthew Vanns
Unit Training Officer
PO Vanns is responsible for setting the Unit's Training Programme on a 6 week rolling basis ensuring the cadets get a wide spread of training in a variety of areas. He will also identify suitable courses for the cadets to go on.
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Chaplin (SCC) Dave Ware - Jarrett RNR
Unit Chaplin
Dave is the Unit Chaplin and responisble for all Pastrol matters within the unit as well as leading in relgious services. Dave's position is unique in that he is the same rank as whoever he speaks to be it a Junior Sea Cadet or Senior Officer
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Chief Petty Officer (SCC) Richard Manuel
Petty Officer (SCC) Dave Woodhams
Petty Officer (SCC) William Vanns
Petty Officer (SCC) Sue Blazer
Petty Officer (SCC) Anthony Price
Probationary Petty Officer (SCC) Victoria Lindfield
P/Sgt (SCC) Trevor Pierce
Trainee Instructor (SCC) Chris Dickinson
Trainee Instructor (SCC) Jake Claxton
Civilian Instructor (SCC) Dave Hanmore
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TS BRILLIANT OLD BOY'S ASSOCIATION
Were you and ex cadet, supporter or member of staff of TS BRILLIANT??
Ex member of staff CPO (SCC) John Backer together with LT CDR (SCC) Jon Vanns RNR run the Old Boy's Association.
Holding regular functions and newletter updates twice a year, if you would like to join or find out more contact the unit on our email address below
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