Gloucestershire Army Cadet Force

Gloucestershire Army Cadet Force Welcome to the OFFICIAL presence for Gloucestershire Army Cadet Force. The leading Youth organisation

Gloucestershire ACF have over 500 Cadets and over 120 Adult Instructors and Officers in 24 Platoons around the county of Gloucestershire.

🎖️ Coleford Platoon – Inspiring Visit from Sapper Will BishopThis week, Coleford Platoon were delighted to welcome Sappe...
18/06/2026

🎖️ Coleford Platoon – Inspiring Visit from Sapper Will Bishop

This week, Coleford Platoon were delighted to welcome Sapper Will Bishop, who spent the evening sharing his journey through Army  Foundation  College  Harrogate and life as a future Combat Engineer.

Bringing along his full kit, Will gave cadets a first‑hand insight into Army life and was met with a barrage of curious questions!

It was an interactive, inspiring session that left everyone motivated and eager to learn more.

A huge thank‑you to Sapper Bishop for giving up his leave time to chat with Coleford Platoon and other Forest Cadets.

We wish you every success in your future career — you’re welcome back to visit Coleford Platoon anytime! 💚

Lots of awards were presented at our Summer Function on Saturday evening, recognising the achievements and contributions...
17/06/2026

Lots of awards were presented at our Summer Function on Saturday evening, recognising the achievements and contributions of many deserving winners.

Congratulations to everyone who received an award – a fantastic celebration of success and commitment! 🏆🎉

Congratulations to Cadet LCpl A of Lydney Platoon.This week she was officially selected as the latest Mayors Cadet, seen...
16/06/2026

Congratulations to Cadet LCpl A of Lydney Platoon.

This week she was officially selected as the latest Mayors Cadet, seen here alongside the other Mayors Cadets and Sjt Pearce, who accompanied her for the occasion.

Well done from everyone at Gloucestershire ACF, enjoy your new role 😀👏

15/06/2026

Corps of Drums 🥁

Saturday evening in Gloucestershire marked a wonderful milestone for Gloucestershire ACF as we celebrated our Summer Fun...
15/06/2026

Saturday evening in Gloucestershire marked a wonderful milestone for Gloucestershire ACF as we celebrated our Summer Function at Kingsholm Stadium .

An evening filled with awards, fantastic food, music — including a brilliant set from our Corps of Drums — dancing, and the kind of friendships that make this organisation so special.

Here’s to another year of achievement and camaraderie.

🏆 Eastern Avenue Platoon Wins Rotary Community Award!Last Friday, Sgt Guilbert‑Hill and SSgt Skerten represented Eastern...
09/06/2026

🏆 Eastern Avenue Platoon Wins Rotary Community Award!

Last Friday, Sgt Guilbert‑Hill and SSgt Skerten represented Eastern Avenue Platoon at the Gloucester Rotary Community Awards.

We’re proud to have secured £500 funding to purchase two laptops — boosting cadets’ access to learning and supporting their ACS syllabus progress.

With 55 groups applying for a record £18,000 fund, we’re thrilled to be among the successful bids. Huge thanks to the Rotary Clubs of Gloucester for supporting young people and our community.

💚 Proud to represent Gloucestershire ACF!

🎖️ A Company Cadets Attend the Major General’s ReviewOn Saturday, cadets and CFAVs from A Company had the honour of atte...
05/06/2026

🎖️ A Company Cadets Attend the Major General’s Review

On Saturday, cadets and CFAVs from A Company had the honour of attending the Major General’s Review of the Trooping the Colour — a truly impressive ceremonial parade showcasing precision, discipline, and tradition at the highest level.

They also visited the Imperial War Museum, exploring stories of service, sacrifice, and military history that continue to inspire generations.

For our cadets, this was a fantastic opportunity to:

Witness a real ceremonial parade up close

See the standard of drill they can aspire to on the square

Learn more about military history and heritage

Experience a day of pride, learning, and inspiration

A memorable and enjoyable day for all! ✨

💚 Volunteers Week 2026 – Join Gloucestershire Army Cadets!This week we’re celebrating the incredible volunteers who make...
02/06/2026

💚 Volunteers Week 2026 – Join Gloucestershire Army Cadets!

This week we’re celebrating the incredible volunteers who make the Army Cadets what it is, inspiring young people, building confidence, and helping them achieve more than they ever thought possible.

Volunteering with the Army Cadets means:

Making a difference in your community

Mentoring young people and helping them grow

Learning new skills and gaining qualifications

Being part of a supportive team that values adventure, leadership, and fun

Whether you’re a potential Volunteer Instructor or a young person ready to start your cadet journey, there’s a place for you here.

👉 Join Gloucestershire Army Cadets today:
🔗 armycadets.com/county/gloucestershire-acf-the-rifles

What a cracking C Company Weekend! 🌟This weekend has been packed with achievement, development, and success across the c...
01/06/2026

What a cracking C Company Weekend! 🌟

This weekend has been packed with achievement, development, and success across the company, with cadets and adults celebrating a range of syllabus completions and well-earned promotions.

Pictured here with RSM Smiles and OC C Company, Maj Nicklin, are just some of those who have reached important milestones during the weekend. Their dedication, perseverance, and enthusiasm are a credit to themselves and to C Company.

A huge thank you must also go to C Company ATO, Capt Stokes, and CSM Evans, whose hard work and commitment behind the scenes ensured the weekend was a great success. Events like these don’t happen without a great deal of planning and effort, and we’re grateful for everything that went into making it happen.

Congratulations to everyone who achieved, progressed, and promoted this weekend. Here’s to building on that success in the months ahead!

👏🏅🌲💪

🎉 Promotion Announcement 🎉A huge congratulations to CSjt M of Eastern Avenue Platoon on her well-earned promotion to Cad...
31/05/2026

🎉 Promotion Announcement 🎉

A huge congratulations to CSjt M of Eastern Avenue Platoon on her well-earned promotion to Cadet Serjeant Major 👏

This is a fantastic achievement and a true reflection of her dedication, leadership, and commitment. We’re incredibly proud to see her take this next step and wish her every success in her new role as Company Serjeant Major.

Well done, Cadet Serjeant Major M thoroughly deserved! 💪

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The Cadet Centre, Arle Road
Cheltenham
GL518JU

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

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01242700063

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