What does the Army Cadet Force do?
Drill, Turnout - Foot & Rifle Drill, how to wear the issued Uniform.

Military Knowledge - Knowledge about the History of the ACF and the British Army Regiment to which you are affiliated.

Skill at Arms - Safety and the handling of issued rifles under expert tuition

Target Shooting - Progressive indoor and outdoor Target Shooting with a number of different rifles. With many Shooting Competitions available for the Cadet to enter throughout the year.

Fieldcraft - Training and practice on Infantry Soldiering skills from basic Camouflage to Platoon Commanders duties

Map & Compass - Navigation skills used during the Fieldcraft and Expedition Training as well as Orienteering Competitions.

Adventurous Training - Rock Climbing, Abseiling, Kayaking, Sailing, Moutain Biking, Skiing, SCUBA Diving, Horse Riding.......... the list is endless

Expedition Training - Expeditions to the Brecon Beacons, the Lakes, Dartmoor, Exemoor & the Yorkshire Moors are regular events. Additionally, exchange trips to Norway, Germany and Canada are available for the more Senior Cadets.

First Aid - First Aid training attaining the Red Cross or St. John's Junior and/or Adult Certificate, as well as casualty simulation exercises with lots of blood and gore.

Physical Training - Sports and basic circuit training to instill self-motivation toward personal fitness. PT instructor courses are also available for the senior Cadet

Duke of Edinburgh's Award - Our Syllabus allows Cadets to achieve the D of E Award during their normal Training

Uniform
The uniform is supplied to you ON LOAN. You will have to pay a bond of £10. We do ask that you supply your own boots, these cost around £20 - ask for more details when you join.

The uniform consists of :
-x2 Shirts
-x1 Combat Jacket
-x1 Combat Trousers
-x1 Beret
-x1 Jersey
-x2 Lightweight Trousers
-Brassard (for rank and award badges)
-x1 Belt

All use of our equipment is totally free, this includes:
-Tents
-Cadet Weapons
-Army Radios