Our 70th Anniversary is an opportunity to reflect on our past and look ahead to our future. We want to recognise the thousands of young people whose lives have been shaped by their time at sea with us, as well as the incredible supporters, volunteers and crew who make our vital work possible.
As part of the celebrations, we’ve brought together a collection of stories and photographs from the past 70 years, for you to explore and discover the impact TSYT has had on young people since 1956.
"10 years later and with many voyages undertaken as a volunteer Watch Leader, my connection with TSYT continues. What a great organisation!"
"Those lessons have stayed with me ever since, and that fantastic experience prompted me to sail with the Malcolm Miller and Sir Winston Churchill more than twenty further times."
"I sailed on the Sir Winston Churchill in 1996 for two weeks and it was an experience like no other. I've held those special memories close to my heart ever since and always will."
"The trips taught me confidence, teamwork, leadership and humility. I remain convinced that those experiences helped secure my position with the British Antarctic Survey."
"My 1st ever sail, aged 14, was with a youth training trust and it led to an amazing 26 year sailing career. I am so happy to see so many more young people being able to have that same chance."
70 for 70
Help us raise £70 for 70 years of changing young lives at sea. Download our fundraising pack to get started.
Join the Celebration
Join us on 28 November 2026 at The Maritime Hotel, Portsmouth for a very special 70th anniversary evening.
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