Royal Navy Recognition
Sea scouting in the U.K. began in 1908, one year after the establishment of scouting itself.
During World War I Sea Scouts performed duties as coastal lookouts and messengers and, in recognition of these deeds, were formally recognised by the Admiralty Board in 1919, this allowed them access to Naval equipment and facilities whilst still remaining independent of any Naval control.
During World War II the scheme was converted so that Sea Scout groups who show themselves able to reach certain levels of proficiency could apply for stores and grants to help train young men in basic seamanship before entering military service. The scheme has been running since then, overseen by Second Sea Lord / Commander-in-Chief Naval Home Command and regulated by a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) between the Ministry of Defence (MoD) and the Scout Association.
Although there are some 425-450 Sea Scout groups throughout the UK, the MoD recognises a maximum of 101 of those 450 Sea Scout Groups at any one time. In order to remain in the scheme groups must maintain high standards. Any Sea Scout group can apply for recognition subject to certain criteria laid down in the MOA.
Unlike the Sea Cadet Corps, Sea Scouts are not financially supported by the MoD, apart from an annual capitation grant to the Scout Association. The driving force behind groups applying for and remaining in the Royal Naval recognition scheme is the kudos and associated pride.
Royal Navy Certificates
Here is a list of the certificates and inspection reports we have received. Click on the images to view a full sized copy, and click the report links to download the full inspection report documents.
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| 1971 Report Pictures |
1974 Report Pictures |
1975 Report Pictures |
1976 Report Pictures |
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| 1977 Report Pictures |
1978 Report Pictures |
1979 Report Pictures |
1980 Report Pictures |
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| 1982 Report Pictures |
1986 Report Pictures |
1992 Report Pictures |
1995 Report Pictures |
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1999 Report Pictures |
2001 Report Pictures |
2002 Report Pictures |
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2008 Report Pictures |
