Sussex Army Cadet Force

Sussex Army Cadet Force Welcome to the Official Sussex ACF page. Check here for updates and recent photographs from our training weekends, events and annual camps!

The Army Cadet Force is open to all young people between the ages of 12 and 18 who are in school year 8 or above. Sussex Army Cadet Force has 27 detachments covering the whole of East and West Sussex as well as Brighton and Hove. Divided into 4 Companies we also have a Corps of Drums, Signals and Kitkar teams. Our Headquarters is at Highcroft House, in Brighton - an old building, built within the

grounds of the TA Centre on Dyke Road, and its home to our Head Quarters staff team who usually meet at least once a week on a Monday night. Wherever you live in East, West or Mid Sussex, there is a detachment near you.

Eastbourne Airbourne International Air Show, from the 13th - 16th of August was an extremely busy time for No.10 Detachm...
20/08/2026

Eastbourne Airbourne International Air Show, from the 13th - 16th of August was an extremely busy time for No.10 Detachment Eastbourne ACF throughout the four day's of the show.

Both the Cadets and CFAV's were engaged with both the public and the British Army personnel throughout the event, showcasing not only themselves but also Sussex ACF as a whole, talking about their personal experiences, and what it has brought to them personally and what the ACF has added to them as a person.

These guys were truly enjoying the weekend as a whole, and even got interviewed on Radio Airbourne by presenter and CFAV Phill Miles from NO.3 Detachment Hastings, they were asked about their personal journeys and what the ACF has offered them that they wouldn't have otherwise achieved, it made for great Radio, and with their Detachment Commander 2nd Lieutenant Di Mulkirens also in on the interviews she was pleasantly surprised at how professional they all were and how the ACF has added a huge plethora of skills to them going forwards.

Good luck to all of you who are receiving your GCSE results today!!
20/08/2026

Good luck to all of you who are receiving your GCSE results today!!

FROM CADET CORPORAL TO ARMY TROOPER! Former Cadet Corporal Cooke of the mighty No 15 Detachment of Delta Company has rea...
17/08/2026

FROM CADET CORPORAL TO ARMY TROOPER!

Former Cadet Corporal Cooke of the mighty No 15 Detachment of Delta Company has reached a major life milestone. After successfully completing the demanding 11-month Phase 1 course at the Army Foundation College, Harrogate, he has now passed out as Trooper Cooke.

For those who don't know, AFC Harrogate trains 16 and 17-year-old Junior Soldiers, combining military training with education and personal development. The 49-week-long course covers fieldcraft, skill at arms, physical fitness, military knowledge, battlefield casualty drills and the qualities expected of a British soldier. It also develops leadership, discipline, resilience and teamwork through sport, adventurous training and challenging exercises.

Trooper Cooke’s time in the Army Cadets provided excellent preparation for this demanding environment. Cadet training in fieldcraft, navigation, first aid, shooting, drill, fitness and leadership gave him a strong foundation of military knowledge. Just as importantly, it helped develop the confidence, self-discipline, teamwork and determination needed to keep going when training became tough. For young people who choose to pursue a military career, the Army Cadets can provide an invaluable insight and make the transition into Army life far less unfamiliar.

This is a tremendous achievement for Trooper Cooke, a proud moment for everyone at No 15 Detachment and Delta Company and - quite understandably - a very proud day for his dad (pictured).

Are you a former Cadet with a success story, military or civilian? We would love to hear what you have achieved since leaving. Send us a message and tell us where life has taken you after the ACF!

Adult Awards and Presentations 🎖Please join me in congratulating our fantastic CFAVs on their recent awards! The awards ...
14/08/2026

Adult Awards and Presentations 🎖

Please join me in congratulating our fantastic CFAVs on their recent awards! The awards ranged from, Best Detachments, Adult Volunteer awards, Cadet Forces Warrants, and a clasp for the ACF Medal.

Huge congratulations to everyone on these well-deserved honours, and thank you for all the dedication you put into our cadets! 🫡

Annual Camp Cadet Awards!! 🎖Here is a collection of photos of the awards and presentations given to Cadets during this y...
12/08/2026

Annual Camp Cadet Awards!! 🎖

Here is a collection of photos of the awards and presentations given to Cadets during this years annual camp. Please join me in congratulating all the award winners!!

Delta Company visit the Tower of London & Imperial War Museum! 🇬🇧10 Delta Company Cadets, accompanied by 3 CFAVs, had t...
11/08/2026

Delta Company visit the Tower of London & Imperial War Museum! 🇬🇧

10 Delta Company Cadets, accompanied by 3 CFAVs, had the privilege of taking part in an educational visit to some of London’s most historic military landmarks.

The day began with everyone arriving in smart dress, before travelling by train to London. From there, the group walked past the iconic HMS BELFAST before crossing Tower Bridge on the way to the Tower of London.

Our first stop was a fascinating guided tour of the Princess of Wales’s Royal Regiment (PWRR) Regimental Headquarters, where Cadets learned about the Regiment’s proud history, traditions and service. We then explored the Tower itself, taking in centuries of British history, including the spectacular Crown Jewels, the Royal Armouries, the White Tower and many of the Tower’s historic buildings and exhibits.

After an excellent morning, the group travelled by London Underground to the Imperial War Museum, where Cadets had the opportunity to explore the extensive military collections and exhibitions, gaining a greater understanding of the conflicts, equipment and stories that have shaped our nation’s history.

With plenty of steps, miles of walking and lots of learning packed into the day, it was then time to catch the bus back to Victoria before making the journey home by train, complete with a coach full of very tired (but smiling!) Cadets and Adults after a fantastic day out.

A huge thank you to everyone who attended and represented Delta Company so professionally. The smart turnout, excellent behaviour and enthusiasm shown throughout the day were a credit to both yourselves and Sussex ACF.

Be the Difference. 💚

Annual Camp 2026 Photo Dump!!This isn't something we normally do on here, however there was so many great photos capture...
07/08/2026

Annual Camp 2026 Photo Dump!!

This isn't something we normally do on here, however there was so many great photos capture during camp this year its worth sharing them all for parents and cadets to see and save!

If you wish to have a hi-res image please send us a private message with the photo(s) in question and I can share it with you.

Hope you all had an amazing camp this year.


South East RFCA

🎖 Awards on visitors day! 🎖During the visitors day on annual camp there was a range of awards that where presented to Ad...
06/08/2026

🎖 Awards on visitors day! 🎖

During the visitors day on annual camp there was a range of awards that where presented to Adults and Guests. The awards where;

British Empire Medal (BEM) - WO1 Shaun Pelling
Cadet forces medal - Major Redfern
Promotion - Padre Upchurch
Cadet Forces Warrant - WO2 David Parker (Presented to Tracey Parker)
Royal Signals Drill Cane - Colour Sergeant Lawrence

Congratulations to you all!



South East RFCA

Annual camp 2026, there was very much a furry friend that was taken to heart, by both the Cadets and Staff of this year,...
01/08/2026

Annual camp 2026, there was very much a furry friend that was taken to heart, by both the Cadets and Staff of this year, the friend in question was a little Beaver on his summer hols, and became very much a focal point of several activities throughout the camp this year at Lydd.

The Cadets were tasked with splitting in to groups to help showcase Beaver in their own way, and you can see the results of this, the cadets were from all over Sussex as were the staff, this was a pleasure to see in the workings and to picture.

No Beavers were harmed in the making of these images.

31/07/2026

Have a watch of our cadets getting to grips with their sailing!

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Cadet HQ, Highcroft House, Quebec Barracks, 198 Dyke Road, BRIGHTON
Brighton And Hove
BN15AS

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 4pm
Tuesday 9am - 4pm
Wednesday 9am - 4pm
Thursday 9am - 4pm
Friday 8:30am - 1pm

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+441273552222

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