A residential adventure training course and getting up close to F35 Lightning II Aircraft at RAF Marham are just two of the exciting opportunities that Cadets from The Hereford Academy Combined Cadet Force (THA CCF) have recently enjoyed. Launched in September 2024, the Academy’s newly formed Royal Navy section currently has 30 eager Cadets supported by five staff members. Tackling high rope and…
In December Shropshire Army Cadet Force (ACF) hosted their much anticipated annual Christmas Camp. An impressive 237 Cadets and 41 Cadet Force Adult Volunteers (CFAVs) came together over the weekend to celebrate the festive season as a county. Unfortunately with the arrival of Storm Darragh, the volunteers had to swiftly amended the weekend’s plans to replace the blustery outdoors with safe and enjoyable…
Students at The Earls High School have been diving into new experiences thanks to an exciting short course run by the Halesowen Detachment, Hereford & Worcester Army Cadet Force (ACF). The initiative, designed to connect young people with the ACF, has given students a hands-on introduction to the diverse activities available through the Cadets, helping them develop valuable skills and confidence. Over several…
Transforming young lives through watersports and community engagement The Sea Cadets in Birmingham proudly welcomed a member of the Royal Family to open their new boat station. Her Royal Highness The Princess Royal, Admiral of the Sea Cadet Corps, officially opened the new Midlands Boat Station, located on the scenic banks of Edgbaston Reservoir, Birmingham. This new facility will play a pivotal role…
Shropshire Army Cadet Force Trust was officially launched at a special evening event held at RAF Shawbury. The Trust welcomed over 100 people from a variety of areas including local and civic dignitaries, businesses, the military and Shropshire Army Cadet Force, all with one aim in mind: to support Shropshire’s Army Cadets. The primary function of the Trust is to raise funds to…
The word ‘Cadets’ evokes fond and happy memories to so many people, and for some, the Cadet Forces become a huge part of their lives from childhood and throughout adulthood. We spoke to Colonel Nigel Sarling, whose passion for the Army Cadet Force (ACF) has taken him on a 48 year adventure (so far) from Cadet to Cadet Force Adult Volunteer and most…
A group of 30 Cadets and students from Cockshut Hill School, Lyndon School and Ninestiles, an Academy, all part of the Summit Learning Trust, recently had an unforgettable experience, courtesy of the Royal Navy’s Attract Team. At the end of September the group visited Portsmouth’s historic Naval base and toured HMS Queen Elizabeth, the Royal Navy’s flagship aircraft carrier. The visit offered them…
A new Trust has been created to help support the Army Cadets of Shropshire. The Shropshire Army Cadet Force Trust has been established to raise funds to support Shropshire Army Cadet Force activities. Local businesses and organisations have been invited to the official launch on 12th October at RAF Shawbury to hear from current Army Cadets about how life in the Army Cadet…
Cadets from across Shropshire aimed high at the county’s Inter Services Cadet Clay Competition. At the start of June, teams from the Sea Cadets, Army Cadets and RAF Air Cadets competed for both team and individual titles, testing their precision at the Buller Clay Range in Donnington. A notable success for Shropshire Army Cadet Force (ACF) included Cadet Hewitt from the Newport Detachment…
Ahead of Armed Forces Day, Summit Learning Trust welcomed HM Lord-Lieutenant for the West Midlands, Sir John Crabtree CVO OBE, to a special event to mark the official launch of the Trust’s Army Cadet Force (ACF) detachment. Welcomed to Ninestiles, an Academy – one of Summit’s eight schools – by CEO Vince Green, Sir John proceeded through a Guard of Honour provided by…
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