1 NI ACF

29/05/2026

🥾 Congratulations to 3 of our cadets from A,B & C company who have just completed Gold Expeditions! A & C cadets practice expedition and B Company cadet qualifying. Well done 👍 all.

28/05/2026

🗞️ News From Carrick Open Detachment, D Company

Staff Sergeant Hall from Carrick Open Detachment was presented with her arm slides as a token of appreciation by 2Lt Nutt. Staff Hall joined 21 Jun 2021 and this was her last day as an Army Cadet 27 May 2026. Staff Hall achieved so much and represents all that is great about the Army Cadets.
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28/05/2026

🎖️ Enniskillen Open says a fond farewell to Cdt CSgt Livingstone & Cdt CSgt Sheridan 🎖️

Last Wednesday marked the final training night for Cdt CSgt Livingstone and Cdt CSgt Sheridan as they officially age out of the Army Cadet Force.

It’s only fitting that two cadets who have shared so many memories, challenges, achievements, and adventures throughout their cadet careers would finish that journey side by side.

Over the years, both have grown into exceptional senior cadets, showing outstanding commitment, leadership, character, and determination. They have been a huge credit to Enniskillen Open, A Company, and the Battalion, and they will be greatly missed.

🏆 Highlights from the past year include:

🔹 Battalion Shooting
🔹 Skiing with the ACF
🔹 Military Skills Team

🏅 1st Battalion Tripoli Cup
🥇 Champions – 2024 & 2025

🏅 38 (Irish) Brigade Military Skills – Calcutta Cup
🥇 Winners – 2024
🥇 Gold Medal Team – 2025
🥇 Champion March Team
🥇 Champion Shoot Team

…and many more achievements along the way.

OC A Company, Major Dodds, thanked both cadets for their hard work, dedication, and commitment to both A Company and the Army Cadet Force, wishing them every success and happiness for the future.

Enniskillen Open is incredibly proud of everything they have achieved and knows they will continue to excel in whatever path they choose next. A special thank you also to Mrs H for arranging a fitting presentation to mark the occasion.

👏 Thank you for everything, gentlemen — you will always be welcome back at Enniskillen Open ACF.

28/05/2026

Gold Duke of Edinburgh Expeditions

This week sees some of our cadets from 1st (NI) Battalion Army Cadet Force, taking part in their Practice or Qualifying Gold Expeditions.

A big thanks also goes to some of our instructors from the DofE team who are also camping out. Ensuring full training is carried out and remotely supervise the cadets on their journey.

28/05/2026

28/05/2026

Interested in a new challenge or being part of something bigger?

We are holding an Open Evening on Thursday 28 May 2026 at Portadown Army Reserve Centre, 147 Charles Street, Portadown, Co. Armagh, BT62 4BD.

This is an opportunity for anyone interested in joining the Army Reserve to come along, meet the team, and find out about the opportunities available within The Royal Irish Regiment.

If you have any questions, please email [email protected] 📧

27/05/2026

Former Coleraine Army Cadets receive Gold Duke of Edinburgh Awards at Buckingham Palace.

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26/05/2026

WHAT DOES IT MEAN TO BE A LORD LIEUTENANT’S CADET

Over the coming weeks, we’ll be sharing the stories behind the dress uniforms and highlighting the young people who - as Northern Ireland’s Lord Lieutenant Cadets for 2026 – represent their cadet organisations and their communities across the province.

Being selected as a Lord Lieutenant’s Cadet is a significant honour. It recognises commitment, leadership, dedication and a spirit of service within the cadet forces, and it calls for continued commitment and dedication from these young people as they fulfil these roles.

These cadets will support their Lord Lieutenant at official engagements and ceremonial events while acting as ambassadors for young people across Northern Ireland.

But beyond the ceremonies and uniforms, each cadet has their own story.

Follow us in the coming weeks as we showcase these amazing young people and what it means to them to be a Lord Lieutenant’s Cadet!

ONE WEEK – ONE CADET – ONE STORY

26/05/2026

The B Company 2 Stars had an action packed Battle Camp over the weekend, covering harbour drills, breaking contact, patrolling, and finishing with a blank firing exercise.

Throughout the weekend, cadets pushed themselves out of their comfort zones, building confidence, strengthening teamwork, and sharpening their fieldcraft skills along the way. Combined with the fantastic weather, it made for an unforgettable weekend of training in the sunshine! ☀️👏

25/05/2026

This past weekend, B Company excelled in our Camouflage and Concealment training, earning 3 star for our efforts!

25/05/2026

Gold Duke of Edinburgh Expedition in Eryri National Park 2026

GOLD… practice and qualifying expeditions underway this week in Eryri National Park for our Cadet & Cadet Force Adult Volunteers (CFAV ) participants as they take on the challenge in some hot and sunny conditions

We are proud that our 1st (NI) Battalion Army Cadet Force, Duke of Edinburgh (DofE) staff are supporting another national expedition. 💪

Suncream, hydration, and careful route planning are the order of the week to stay safe in the heat while making the most of an incredible week on expedition. ☀️🥾🗺️ DofE in the Army Cadets DofE Northern Ireland