Wiltshire Army Cadet Force

27/08/2026

County Junior Cadet Leadership Course

Are you a 1 or 2 Star Cadet who has recently been promoted—or are you looking towards your next promotion?
The County Junior Cadet Leadership Course is designed to give you the knowledge, confidence and practical skills needed to take on the role of a Detachment JNCO.

The course will introduce you to:
• Leadership theory and what makes an effective leader
• The Cadet Leadership Code
• Practical leadership activities and challenges
• The roles and responsibilities of a Detachment JNCO
• Practical tools and techniques to help you lead, motivate and support other cadets.

Whether you have just been promoted or are preparing for your first leadership appointment, this course will give you the opportunity to develop your leadership skills, build confidence and put your learning into practice.

27/08/2026

Senior Cadet Drill Instructor Course

Take your drill to the next level and become a qualified Cadet Drill Instructor.

Designed for ambitious senior cadets, this course will develop your drill knowledge, confidence and instructional ability while working towards 4 Star Drill.

You will develop your skills in:
• Rifle, cane and banner drill
• Words of command and effective drill instruction
• Drill traditions and customs
• Leading and instructing other cadets
• Developing the confidence and authority required of a Cadet Drill Instructor

The course will challenge you to achieve the highest standards of drill and leadership, culminating in the opportunity to achieve Best in Course.

Will you rise to the challenge and earn the honour of leading the final parade?

25/08/2026

King George VI
Congratulations to Lt Rob Yuill who completed the King George VI (KGVI) Course last week.

The KGVI course is a week-long leadership course held at Frimley Park.
It is funded from a bursary left by King George VI and the course was founded in his honour. The course aims to teach its students important middle-management skills needed for certain roles within the ACF

20/08/2026

GCSE Results Day

Wishing the best of luck to everyone receiving their GCSE results today! 🤞

Regardless of the outcomes, keep in mind: your results do not define who you are. They represent just one milestone in your journey, and there will always be various paths and opportunities waiting for you.

If today doesn't unfold as expected, be gentle with yourself. There will always be someone available to listen, and you don’t have to navigate this alone. 💚

Take pride in how far you have come.

17/08/2026

17/08/2026

𝐌𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐂𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐭 𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐬𝐞
Congratulations to Cdt RSM Dylan Mead!

We celebrate Cdt RSM Dylan Mead for successfully completing the week-long Master Cadet Course at CTC Frimley Park.

This represents the pinnacle of the Cadet Experience. Earning and proudly wearing the esteemed Master Cadet badge is a goal that all cadets strive for, and Cdt RSM Dylan Mead certainly deserves this honour.
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MASTER CADET COURSE
Established in 1989, the aim of the Master Cadet Course is to broaden and develop further the leadership, instructional and administrative responsibilities of 4-star cadets, with the intention of making better use of their abilities.
ELIGIBILITY
The course is open to all 4-star cadets who have completed Fieldcraft as a progressive subject and have qualified on the Senior Cadet Instructors' Cadre(SCIC). Students are to be at least 16 years old and at the minimum rank of Sergeant

13/08/2026

Gold DofE Expedition
Some updates from Bavaria where Cdt L/Cpl Amelia Styles embarks on a Gold DofE Expedition in Bavaria.

This expedition will provide Cadet and CFAV participants the opportunity to complete their qualifying Gold DofE expedition

12/08/2026

Rifles Cadet Cup Competition 2026

Event Details: 25th to 27th September 2026
This event, organised and hosted by The Rifles. Cadets get to compete in a variety of activities, including shooting, fieldcraft, and many more.

Team Composition
Each team is limited to a maximum of 10 Cadets.
Cadets must hold at least a 1 Star level qualification.

Pre-requisites
Cadets must be L98A2 qualified and have up-to-date WHT.
Minimum 1 Star qualified (with 2 Star training).
PARQ must be completed.

Please submit expressions of interest to attend no later than 4th September 2026 through your detachment staff.

11/08/2026

First Aid Training Session for National Competition Team

If you're passionate about first aid and aspire to join the National Competition team, mark your calendars for a training session on Sunday, August 16, from 10:00 to 16:00. For more details, refer to the Portal Activity Code /26/1211853.

The event is available on the portal, and you can register yourselves. However, please inform the DC if you encounter any issues, and we can assist you with the registration.

Event Details
Open to all levels
Bring your own lunch
Transportation to and from training is your responsibility
Dress Code: MTP
Don’t miss this opportunity to enhance your skills!

10/08/2026

Army Gliding Experience
This weekend, cadets from Juno Company experienced an exhilarating adventure at the Army Gliding Club, situated at Upavon Airfield.

The day kicked off with a comprehensive safety briefing, ensuring that everyone was fully prepared for the exciting journey ahead. Cadets took turns soaring through the skies in elegant gliders, accompanied by seasoned pilots who generously shared their expertise and enthusiasm for aviation. The thrill of being airborne, with nothing but the wind to carry them, was both invigorating and empowering. As they glided gracefully above the stunning countryside, cadets relished the awe-inspiring views and the extraordinary sense of freedom that flight brings.