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This is the Official page for Gwent and Powys Army Cadet Force. Based in the heart of Wales,

02/11/2026

A Time to Remember

Community spirit is shining through across Gwent and Powys as cadets and adult volunteers from A Company ACF actively support the Royal British Legion Poppy Appeal.

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who has stopped to chat, shared words of encouragement, or made a donation. The kindness and support shown by our local communities has meant a great deal to our cadets and volunteers.

As Remembrance Day approaches, we pause together to remember those who served and the sacrifices they made for our future.

Lest We Forget. 🌺

01/11/2026

Half Term Antics! 🚀🎺🥁

While many were enjoying a well-earned break, the Band & Drums were busier than ever!

From Gold Duke of Edinburgh expeditions and choir tours to Germany to Senior Cadet Camps and family adventures, our cadets packed plenty into the half term. On top of that, several members attended the Autumn National Music Camp at Wathgill, North Yorkshire, alongside nearly 500 musicians from across the Army Cadet Force.

Their hard work, determination and musical talent led to some outstanding achievements, including more than 60 subject passes, seven complete star passes, and several major awards. Special recognition goes to:

⭐ Sergeant Ethan Daly – Junior Band Cadets’ Cadet
⭐ Cadet Joshua H***e – Intermediate Band Most Improved Cadet
⭐ Corporal Anton Wenczek – National Band Most Improved Cadet

⭐ Sergeant Major Alec Rhodes – Overall Best Cadet for Bands & Bugles

Every cadet who represented Gwent & Powys should be incredibly proud of their achievements. We certainly are!

Think you could be part of the team? Whether you're an experienced musician or a complete beginner, get in touch and discover what the Band & Drums has to offer.

Army Cadets UK
RFCA for Wales

01/11/2026

Community. Respect. Remembrance.
Today, we’re proud to be supporting the Royal British Legion at Tesco Pontypool.
Every poppy worn and every donation made helps keep Remembrance alive and supports the Armed Forces community.
Whether you see us today or meet cadets, volunteers, veterans, serving soldiers, and supporters elsewhere across the UK in the coming days, please consider showing your support.
Wear your poppy with pride and tell us what remembrance means to you.
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28/10/2026

STEM Camp Successes!

Cadets and adult volunteers from Gwent & Powys ACF are having an incredible time at the National STEM Camp this week! So far they've worked with the Intelligence Corps, Royal Engineers, Army Air Corps and Royal Armoured Corps, tackling intelligence challenges, technical orienteering, bridge-building, EOD activities, flight simulators, aircraft marshalling and learning about military technology and equipment.

A special shout-out to Cadet Mali Day, who delivered an excellent brief to the Intelligence Corps on surviving a crash landing on a desert island! One standout moment from the Army Air Corps flight simulator was the memorable quote: "How do I land this thing?!" 🚁

The team have also received valuable information on STEM scholarships and bursaries, as well as important helicopter flight safety training.

A fantastic few days of learning, teamwork and STEM opportunities with more challenges to come.

Well done to everyone representing Gwent & Powys!

RFCA for Wales
Army Cadets UK

22/10/2026

🏴 EIGHT CADETS. ONE TEAM. REPRESENTING WALES AT CISSAM 26! 🏴

Our Gwent & Powys ACF cadets are flying the flag for Wales as they prepare to compete at the Cadet Inter-Service Skill at Arms Meeting (CISSAM 26) this weekend.

Today marks the final day of practice at Burford Ranges on Salisbury Plain for our team of 8 cadets and 4 Cadet Force Adult Volunteers (CFAVs) as we prepare for the Cadet Inter-Service Skill at Arms Meeting (CISSAM 26), taking place over the weekend.

Led by 2Lt Jason Walters, County Shooting Officer for Gwent & Powys ACF, the team has been putting in the hard work, honing their skills and preparing to take on some of the best young marksmen and women from across the UK.

🎯 So, what is CISSAM?

CISSAM is a prestigious national shooting competition that brings together cadets from the Army Cadet Force, RAF Air Cadets, Sea Cadets and other participating cadet organisations. It tests marksmanship, consistency, concentration and the ability to perform under pressure, with cadets competing for individual and team honours. But it’s about more than just hitting the target. The competition provides an opportunity for young people to challenge themselves, develop discipline and resilience, learn from others and demonstrate the commitment and teamwork that cadet life is all about.

🐉 And this year, we have an extra reason to be proud!

As the only Welsh Army Cadet entrants, our Gwent & Powys ACF cadets are flying the flag for Wales on the national stage. They carry with them the pride of their county, their organisation and their nation as they prepare to compete against teams from across the UK. Whatever the results, reaching this level is an achievement in itself, and we wish all eight cadets the very best of luck for the weekend.

Cymru am byth! 🏴

RFCA for Wales
Army Cadets UK

11/10/2026

🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿 National Cadets Week 2026 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

And just like that... it's over!

The very first National Cadets Week has been a celebration of everything cadets represent:
👏 Community
👏 Volunteers
👏 Skills
👏 Opportunity
👏 Young people

This weekend we opened our doors to the curious, the adventurous, the inquisitive, and those who'd always thought:
"I might want to do that... but I'm not sure."

They came.
They met our cadets and volunteers.
They got involved.
They saw what the Army Cadets is all about.

And some of them joined us. 💚

Being an Army Cadet is about so much more than wearing a uniform. It's about building confidence, resilience, leadership, teamwork and friendships that last a lifetime. It's about gaining qualifications, trying new experiences, embracing adventure and discovering what you're capable of.

National Cadets Week may be over, but our doors remain open.

So if you've been thinking about it...

If you've been waiting for a sign...

✨ This is it.

Take the leap.

Start your adventure.

Join the Army Cadets.

Why not drop us a message to find out more about what we offer for young people and adults? You never know, we might be just what you’re looking for!

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10/10/2026

🎺 Three locations. Three performances. One mission.

To celebrate Nationals Cadet Week, the Band & Drums of Gwent & Powys ACF took to local town centres, surprising Saturday shoppers with a series of pop-up performances.

Flashmobs: Appearing. Playing. Disappearing.

Not quite camouflage, but stealth banding at its finest!

Think you've got what it takes?

Join us for our Open Session in Newport on Sunday 11th October and see what it's all about. Drop us a message to find out more.

Music. Adventure. Friendship. Opportunity

It's time to get involved.

RFCA for Wales
Army Cadets UK

09/10/2026

🔥 NATIONAL CADETS WEEK | TIME TO TRY IT OUT 🔥

Think you know what the cadets are all about?

This weekend, detachments across Gwent, Powys and Cyprus are throwing open their doors and inviting you in. No secrets. No guessing. No standing on the sidelines.

💥 Get stuck into exciting activities
🩹 Learn lifesaving first aid skills
🌲 Experience fieldcraft challenges
🎯 Take on command tasks
🔬 Explore STEM activities
🥁 Pick up an instrument and make some noise with our band and drums

Whether you're looking for adventure, new friends, greater confidence, new skills, or simply something different, this is your opportunity to see what makes the Army Cadets one of the UK's most exciting youth organisations.

Bring your curiosity. Bring your questions. Better still, bring a friend.

🚀 Challenge yourself.
🎯 Discover new talents.
🌍 Experience adventure.
💪 Build confidence.
😃 Have fun.

The best way to find out what we're about is to get involved.

Could this be where your next adventure begins?

RFCA for Wales
Army Cadets UK

08/10/2026

National Cadets Week | Celebrating Skills

Some skills stay with you for life. Some skills can save a life.

From day one, cadets begin learning essential first aid skills, progressing from Youth First Aider courses all the way to the nationally recognised Level 3 First Aid at Work qualification.
We're also incredibly proud to be the current Welsh First Aid Champions, demonstrating the high standards, knowledge and teamwork developed through cadet training. Every adult volunteer is also trained in Level 3 First Aid at Work, ensuring they can keep themselves, their colleagues and our cadets safe.

These are more than just cadet qualifications. They're skills that support learning, boost confidence, enhance future careers and could one day make the difference in an emergency.

✅ Skills that save lives
✅ Skills that support learning
✅ Skills that support civilian careers

RFCA for Wales
Army Cadets UK

Address

HQ And Cadet Training Centre, Cwrt-y-gollen
Crickhowell
NP81TH

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm

Telephone

01873 813756

Website

https://armycadets.com/county/gwent-and-powys-acf/

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