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1279 (Melton Mowbray) ATC Sqn

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1279 (Melton Mowbray) Air Cadets present in the town since 1941. If you'd like more information, come and visit us on a Tues or Thurs night or email us.

1279 (Melton Mowbray) Squadron has been in Melton Mowbray for many years allowing the young people of the town to experience adventure with an aviation flavour. The opportunities that the Royal Air Force Air Cadets offers are vast - Flying, Gliding, Adventure Training, Sports, STEM, Target Shooting, First Aid training and so much more! The Squadron were honoured in 2021 with the highest award for a Volunteer Group - the ‘Queens Award for Voluntary Service’ (the ‘MBE for volunteer groups’). The squadron is based on Asfordby Road and is open to 12 (and in Year 8) to 20 year olds. We parade twice a week on Tuesday and Thursday evenings (1900-2130hrs). For more information contact [email protected]

09/11/2026

On Sunday 8th November, 1279 Squadron paused to remember and honour those who gave their lives in service to our country.

The Squadron had the chance to parade through the town, attend the church service and wreath laying. A chance to remember those who gave the greatest sacrifice.

A massive well done to all cadets who took part in this years remembrance. Each cadet was respectful and professional throughout the day.

We shall never forget.

05/11/2026

Halloween hits 1279 squadron! 🎃👻🎃
Last week the cadets swapped out their parade shoes for some fancy dress!
They had a chance to step back from a normal parade night to have some fun and play some spooky games!
The night ended with lots of sweets and a whole squadron Just Dance!! The cadets have moooveees 👻👻.
A great night was had by all!

03/11/2026

On Saturday, a group of cadets were out in town helping support the RBL poppy appeal!

A massive thank you and well done to everyone involved, all cadets looked very smart, and were all so respectful towards each member of the public they spoke to.

16/10/2026

Over the weekend, the cadets were let lose in Sherwood Forest!
A group of cadets went up against other squadrons, scouts and young people groups in “Operation Shadow” 2026, an overnight navigation, orienteering and team building event.
We put two groups forward, coming 12th and 36th out of 74 groups - which is amazing!
All cadets had lots of fun!

10/10/2026

As comes to an end, we asked a handful of cadets some questions to reflect on the week!

Some questions asked included: “What do you enjoy about cadets?”, “What staff have inspired you?”, and “What advice would you give to yourself as a junior cadet?”

Watch what they have to say!!

07/10/2026

🎉It’s National Cadet Week!! The First one ever! 🎉

Monday marked the start of National Cadet Week, a celebration of our cadets, the dedicated volunteers, and our community.

It’s also a chance to reflect on the amazing opportunities we get. From life saving First Aid, Helping the community, STEM, leadership, aviation and so much more!

We also get a chance to reflect on how being in air cadets has impacted and inspired so many young people. Helping them to truly make a difference!

Here’s to another great year of inspiring cadets and helping them discover where their skills and knowledge can take them. 💙✈️

24/09/2026

On Sunday, Cadets from 1279 Sqn were joined by cadets from 2229 Loughborough Sqn and 2248 Rutland Sqn to commemorate the 86th anniversary of the Battle of Britain.

Cadets from South and East Midlands Wing Band led the cadets through Melton Mowbray town and ended in the memorial gardens to pay their respects through readings and moments of silence.

A massive well done and thank you to everyone who turned up, All cadets were prepared, smart, and professional, and as always, a credit to the organisation.

12/09/2026

1279 is recruiting!!

Are you 12 and in year 8 or above and fancying a new challenge? We are holding an intake night for new cadets. Why not come along and see what we do!

On Tuesday 22nd September, 7:15pm at The Cadet Centre, Asfordby Rd, Melton Mowbray LE13 OHR

To find out more information, contact us at [email protected]

07/09/2026

On Saturday, the squadron held a Family Fun day, this was a chance to show the public and the cadets families what we get up too!
We had multiple activities running for everyone to get involved in, this included, first aid, field craft, XL activities, soft archery, flight sim and so much more!
We also had a bbq serving fantastic food throughout the day.
A massive thank you to everyone who showed up to the event! It was great to see so many people.
The cadets all had such a great time showing everyone their amazing squadron.

20/08/2026

Join us for our annual Fun Day at the squadron. Try your hand at one of the many activities, buy a raffle ticket, feast at the BBQ, ... and there may be cake!

Saturday 5th September, 12 noon till 4 at The Cadet Centre, Asfordby Road

Address

Cadet Centre, Asfordby Road
Melton Mowbray
LE130HR

Opening Hours

Tuesday	7pm - 9:30pm
Thursday	7pm - 9:30pm

Telephone

+441664564125

Website

http://www.meltonaircadets.org.uk/

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