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Youth Organisation covering Angus, Dundee & Newport. Open to young people (12-17) & Adults (18+). Fun, Friendship, Action & Adventure.

16/06/2026

The latest Army Cadets in Scotland newsletter is here: tinyurl.com/ACFScotNews
Published by the Scotland Branch of ACCT UK.

14/06/2026

Cadet Cpl Archibald proudly received his Piper Badge this week, presented by Staff Sgt Smith.

Cadets who perform on parade with the Massed Bands of Pipes and Drums through the National Tri-Service Pipes and Drums programme are awarded a Piper or Drummer Badge, which they are then entitled to wear with pride.

Cadet Cpl Archibald earned his badge after performing at the prestigious Beating Retreat at Edinburgh Castle. This achievement followed a demanding week of training and rehearsals at Otterburn during the Easter Music Camp, culminating in his participation in the parade.

Congratulations to Cadet Cpl Archibald on this well-deserved recognition of his dedication, commitment, and musical achievement. 🎶👏

09/06/2026

Over the weekend, the Dundee area delivered a Basic Cadet Air Rifle Training Day for cadets interested in taking part in air rifle shooting.

The day was a great success, with 14 cadets participating. All attendees successfully passed their Weapons Handling Test (WHT) and completed the required shoots. The training culminated in 12 cadets achieving their Basic Cadet Marksman qualification for the Battalion.

Congratulations to all the cadets and staff involved for making the day such a positive and successful event.

Why not do more with your weekends and consider joining us !
Visit armycadets.com or drop in to a local detachment.

07/06/2026

To our incredible Cadet Force Adult Volunteers (CFAVs): THANK YOU! 💂‍♂️✨

It takes a truly special person to give up their weekends, evenings, and annual leave to inspire the next generation.

Behind every confident cadet learning fieldcraft, mastering first aid, or stepping up as a leader, there is an adult volunteer who gave up their spare time to teach them.

From the endless paperwork and late-night planning to standing out in the pouring rain on a training weekend - your dedication does not go unnoticed. You aren’t just teaching skills; you are building the leaders of tomorrow and changing lives one parade night at a time.

To the mentors, the motivators, and the backbone of the Army Cadets: we salute you.

👉 Want to join this amazing team and make a difference in your community? Find out how you can volunteer today: armycadets.com

06/06/2026

Our senior cadets are always eager to take on new challenges, and this weekend's exercise was the ultimate opportunity to put their training, determination, and teamwork to the test.
Operating in the field, they faced a series of demanding scenarios that pushed their skills, confidence, and resilience to new levels. Every lesson learned throughout their cadet journey came into play as they worked together to overcome obstacles and complete the task.
The enemy may not have looked particularly fearsome, but appearances can be deceiving! 😄There action was non-stop, and the experience was one to remember.

Most importantly, it was a fantastic weekend filled with learning, teamwork, and plenty of fun.

04/06/2026

As our basic cadets look back on the Fieldcraft Weekend as a major milestone at the start of their ACF journey, we look forward to seeing them continue to grow, develop, and progress throughout their Army Cadet adventure in the years ahead.

So why not start your own adventure with Angus and Dundee Army Cadets and join today? Whether you're looking to learn new skills, make new friends, or take on exciting challenges, there's a place for you in the ACF.

Vist armycadets.com for more information

02/06/2026

Exciting Fieldcraft Weekend for Our Cadets !!

Our cadets enjoyed a challenging and rewarding 2-Star Fieldcraft Training weekend, developing essential military and leadership skills in a realistic field environment.

Training included:

Harbour drills
Administration in the field
Camouflage and concealment
Range cards
Duties of a sentry
Fire and movement practice
Reactions to effective enemy fire

The weekend provided excellent opportunities for cadets to build confidence, teamwork, discipline, and fieldcraft knowledge while putting their training into practice. Well done to all cadets and staff who contributed to a successful exercise.

31/05/2026

Cadet Adult Recognition Awards (CARAs)
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The CARAs (Cadet Adult Recognition Awards) are cadet-nominated awards that recognise and thank Cadet Force Adult Volunteers for their dedication, commitment, and outstanding support to cadets.

The Battalion would like to extend its congratulations to Colour Sergeant Robert Harkness, who was named a winner of a Cadet Adult Recognition Award (CARA).

We would also like to congratulate Sergeant Ross Boyd and WO1 Barclay, who were both recognised as Highly Commended recipients.

These awards reflect the positive impact that our volunteers have on the lives and development of cadets. Thank you for your continued hard work and dedication.
Well done to all three recipients on this well-deserved recognition. 👏🏅

28/05/2026

Over the last weekend our Cadets headed to Barry Buddon Training Area for a weekend of fieldcraft and couldn’t have picked better weather to take on the challenge and fun that fieldcraft brings.

Fieldcraft is one of the most exciting parts of the Army Cadets, helping cadets build confidence, teamwork, and practical outdoor skills. Through activities like camouflage and concealment, observation, patrol exercises, navigation, and living in the field, cadets learn how to stay calm and think clearly in challenging situations. It’s a demanding but rewarding experience that develops resilience, leadership, and self-discipline while making training fun and adventurous.

More pictures to follow from the weekend’s adventure!

13/05/2026

This past weekend, cadets from across Angus and Dundee proudly represented the Battalion at the 51X Brigade Athletics Championships.

As always, our cadets showed incredible determination, teamwork, and resilience throughout the event, never letting the Battalion down. All their hard work and dedication paid off, with a fantastic number of medals being awarded across the competition.

Congratulations to all of our amazing cadets — you should all be extremely proud of your achievements! 🏅👏

Address

Barry Buddon CTC By Carnoustie
Carnoustie
DD77RY

Telephone

+441382533349

Website

https://armycadets.com/county/angus-and-dundee-battalion-acf/

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