Cadet unit marks anniversary of the Battle of Trafalgar

A SEA cadets group marked the 204th anniversary of the Battle of Trafalgar and the death of Admiral Lord Nelson with a traditional event.

A total of 40 staff members, parents and supporters of Ruislip Sea Cadets sat down to a three-course meal on Saturday (24), held at the unit's headquarters in Cordingley Road, Ruislip.

The guest of honour was the former Mayor of Hillingdon, Councillor Brian Crowe.

The event was organised by petty officer, Alison Watkins, who said: "I enjoyed the challenge of putting the event together and everything went smoothly with hot food, good support and convivial company.

"We also raised £70 through a raffle which will boost unit funds."

On Remembrance Sunday (8) the cadets will be forming the Guard of Honour at the cenotaph in High Street, Pinner.

The unit traditionally parades in Pinner on Remembrance Sunday in keeping with a long association with the town that goes back to the days when Pinner had its own sea cadet unit, which later merged with Ruislip.