Clwyd & Gwynedd Army Cadet Force

01/11/2026

🎖️ A WELL-DESERVED RECOGNITION – CONGRATULATIONS, CAPTAIN ROB MORRIS! 🎶

A fantastic evening of recognition and celebration at the Officer Mess Dinner, where Captain Rob Morris was proudly presented with his 1st Clasp to his Cadet Forces Medal (CFM) by the Commandant.

This award is a fitting recognition of Rob’s outstanding dedication, commitment and continued service to the Army Cadet Force.

Rob’s contribution goes far beyond simply giving his time. His passion for developing young people, inspiring confidence, building teamwork and creating opportunities for cadets is truly commendable.

In particular, Rob has been a tremendous advocate for the musical side of the Army Cadets. Through his enthusiasm, commitment and hard work, he has helped ensure that music continues to play an important role in cadet life. From encouraging young musicians to develop their talents, to promoting the pride, discipline and camaraderie that come with being part of a musical ensemble, his contribution makes a lasting difference.

Music within the cadets is about so much more than learning to play an instrument. It builds confidence, creates friendships, develops discipline and gives young people opportunities to shine – and Rob’s dedication to this side of the organisation is something to be incredibly proud of.

The countless hours, commitment behind the scenes and unwavering enthusiasm that Rob brings to the Army Cadets deserve to be recognised.

Rob, thank you for everything you do, for the young people you inspire and for the difference you continue to make.

Congratulations on receiving your first clasp. A thoroughly deserved achievement and recognition of your continued service!

👏🎖️ Well done, Captain Morris!

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01/11/2026

Exercise Cadet Bardic Crown 2026 | Senior Cadet Camp 🎯⚔️

Senior Cadets across Clwyd & Gwynedd Army Cadet Force and the wider 160 (Welsh) Brigade area joined forces for Exercise Cadet Bardic Crown 2026! 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿💪

This high-intensity senior camp gave our 3-Star and 4-Star cadets the opportunity to train alongside their peers, sharpen their military skills, and complete key Army Cadet Syllabus (ACS) testing:

🔥 3-Star & 4-Star Fieldcraft Testing
Senior cadets put their tactical knowledge into practice mastering section battle drills, field movement techniques, tactical decision-making, and advanced leadership scenarios under assessment.
💂 3-Star Drill & Turnout Precision, discipline, and pride on display! Cadets refined complex foot drill and turnout to meet rigorous 3-Star standards.
🎯 DCCT Shooting In the Dismounted Close Combat Trainer (DCCT), cadets dialed in their marksmanship principles, applying precise fire control, grouping, and target application under test conditions.
Highlights & Achievements:
• Inter-County Collaboration: Cadets built strong networks and unit cohesion across North Wales and 160 (Welsh) Brigade.
• 4-Star Badges Awarded! Huge congratulations to the cadets who successfully earned their prestigious 4-Star badges following rigorous assessments!

🏅 Dedicated Adult Volunteers: A massive thank you to our amazing Cadet Force Adult Volunteers (CFAVs) who gave up their half-term holiday to plan, support, and run this outstanding exercise. Events like this simply couldn't happen without your dedication and effort! 🙌
A massive congratulations to all senior cadets who pushed themselves, represented Clwyd & Gwynedd ACF with pride, and progressed toward their senior star levels! 👏🌟
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01/11/2026

31/10/2026

❤️ A PROUD MOMENT FOR COLWYN BAY DETACHMENT ❤️

Last night, members of Colwyn Bay Detachment had the honour of being invited to take part in the Remembrance Service at Colwyn Bay FC, ahead of their home fixture against Cambrian United in the Cymru Premier.

It was a privilege to play a part in such a special and meaningful occasion, taking time to remember and honour those who made the ultimate sacrifice. 🌺

A huge WELL DONE to every member of Colwyn Bay Detachment who took part. You represented yourselves, your detachment and the organisation brilliantly. You should all be incredibly proud of yourselves and the respect, commitment and professionalism you showed. 👏🏼

And to top off the evening, Colwyn Bay FC secured a fantastic 2–0 victory against Cambrian United! ⚽️💙

A brilliant evening all round, but most importantly, a moment to remember those who must never be forgotten.

Be proud of what you achieved last night. You were all fantastic! ❤️
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30/10/2026

🏆 A HUGE CONGRATULATIONS TO SM ELLA UNDERHILL! 🏆

We are incredibly proud of SM Ella Underhill from Wrexham Detachment, who has successfully completed the Master Cadet Course at Frimley Park CTC – October 2026! 👏

The week was packed with physical and mental challenges, from the stretcher race and obstacle course to a demanding four-day field exercise, culminating in a platoon-level attack and final parade.

Along the way, Ella developed her confidence, resilience, teamwork and leadership skills, while making new friendships with cadets from ACF and CCF units across the UK.

Reflecting on her experience, Ella said:

“Completing the Master Cadet Course is a huge achievement for me. It challenged me in ways I didn’t expect and helped me develop my confidence, resilience and teamwork.”

Her advice to fellow cadets? Take the opportunity with both hands!

Ella, your hard work, determination and commitment have paid off. You should be immensely proud of this achievement, and so should everyone at Wrexham Detachment!

Well done, Ella – you’ve done us proud! ⭐👏

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29/10/2026

🎖️ A HUGE WELL DONE TO CDT SSgt TOM MEADES! 🇬🇧

This week, Tom has been in Sennybridge completing his Senior Cadet Instructor Cadre (SCIC) course — a demanding 4-star qualification that develops senior cadets into confident, capable instructors and leaders! 💪

SCIC takes commitment, resilience, teamwork and the ability to perform under pressure. From mastering instructional techniques and delivering lessons using the Explain, Demonstrate, Imitate, Practise (EDIP) method, to tackling navigation, fieldcraft, weapons handling and tactical exercises, candidates must demonstrate both knowledge and the ability to teach and lead others.

Successfully completing SCIC qualifies cadets to instruct junior cadets up to 2-star level — a fantastic opportunity to share their skills, inspire others and help develop the next generation of cadets.

👏 Congratulations, Tom! Your hard work and determination are a credit to you. We look forward to seeing you put your new skills into practice and continue to lead by example.

Outstanding effort — another milestone achieved! 🫡

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28/10/2026

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NEWFA is encouraging new referees to get involved across North East Wales.

Ready to pick up the whistle?

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26/10/2026

Best of luck to Cdt Sgt Arthur Cotter from Tywyn detachment on his selection week for XTREME EVEREST 🤞🤞

26/10/2026

ONE INSPIRING VOLUNTEER. TWO LIFE-CHANGING ROLES. ONE OUTSTANDING ACHIEVEMENT!

Dawn-Louise Jones is making a real difference! As a Porthmadog Detachment Instructor with Clwyd and Gwynedd ACF and an Enhanced Community First Responder with the Welsh Ambulance Services University NHS Trust, she brings dedication, compassion and a passion for helping others to everything she does.

Her commitment has now earned her the Outreach Award 2026 at the Welsh Ambulance Services Awards — a fantastic achievement in an already award-winning first year with the Army Cadets!

Congratulations, Dawn-Louise — a brilliant example of volunteering at its very best!

Read her inspiring story: https://armycadets.com/news/from-first-aid-to-first-class-volunteering-dawn-louise-jones-celebrates-award-winning-year/

26/10/2026

ONE INSPIRING VOLUNTEER. TWO LIFE-CHANGING ROLES. ONE OUTSTANDING ACHIEVEMENT!
Dawn-Louise Jones is making a real difference! As a Porthmadog Detachment Instructor with Clwyd and Gwynedd ACF and an Enhanced Community First Responder with the Welsh Ambulance Services University NHS Trust, she brings dedication, compassion and a passion for helping others to everything she does.
Her commitment has now earned her the Outreach Award 2026 at the Welsh Ambulance Services Awards — a fantastic achievement in an already award-winning first year with the Army Cadets!
Congratulations, Dawn-Louise — a brilliant example of volunteering at its very best!
🔗 Read her inspiring story: https://armycadets.com/news/from-first-aid-to-first-class-volunteering-dawn-louise-jones-celebrates-award-winning-year/

Porthmadog Army Cadet Instructor Dawn-Louise Jones wins the Outreach Award 2026, sharing lifesaving first aid skills and inspiring cadets across North Wales.