1855 Royton air cadets

17/06/2026

Monday evenings parade saw more of our cadets receive awards for their training syllabus achievements. Cadets Coupe, Hussain, Hussain and Hussain obtained their blue radio badge, Cadet Loft received blue Leadership while Cadets Whitehead and Westphal were awarded their Essential First Aid badges.
Well done to all 👏

14/06/2026

27/05/2026

Tonight we had our annual cook off where cadets chose what they would cook, they had a fantastic night, demonstrated excellent team work, sharing the workload and included all cadets in the decision making process. We had chicken fajita wraps and macaroni and chorizo cheese. The winning team won with a very tasty macaroni chorizo cheese. Well done everyone.

27/05/2026

🎮 NORTH WEST TRI-SERVICE CADET ESPORTS COMPETITION 2026 👾

Greater Manchester Wing is pleased to confirm participation in the North West Tri-Service Cadet Esports Competition taking place on:

🗓️ Saturday 27 June 2026
📍 University of Central Lancashire, Preston

This exciting regional event, delivered in partnership with the North West RFCA and University of Lancashire, will bring together cadets from across the North West for a day of competitive and interactive esports activities.

Activities planned include:

🚀Rocket League
🎾VR Tennis
🏎️Trackmania
🏰Fortnite
🏐HADO

Alongside gameplay, cadets will also have opportunities to spectate, take part in problem-solving activities and engage with wider technology and esports experiences throughout the day.

This activity is open to cadets with an interest in gaming, esports and technology, including those who may not traditionally engage with some of our other activity areas.

Expressions of interest should be sent by return of email NLT Friday 29 May 2026 to:

CI Jem Degg, Wing Esports Lead
📧 [email protected]

22/05/2026

🌟 BIG NEWS! 🌟

We are thrilled to share that the Ministry of Defence is launching the first-ever National Cadets Week! 🚀

This landmark week is all about celebrating the incredible achievements of our cadets, shining a light on the dedication of our adult volunteers, and helping young people right across the UK reconnect with the Armed Forces 🇬🇧✈️

From developing life-changing skills and leadership to taking part in unforgettable aviation and fieldcraft experiences, the cadet movement builds the foundations for excellence.

To our cadets and CFAVs past and present, thank you for making our community what it is. Let's make this first National Cadets Week unforgettable!

🧑‍✈️ Want to find out more about what this means for the RAF Air Cadets? Read the full announcement here:

🔗 https://www.raf.mod.uk/aircadets/news/first-ever-national-cadets-week-to-celebrate-cadets-and-reconnect-young-people-with-the-armed-forces/

17/05/2026

09/05/2026

Well done Josh, you truly deserve the recognition, you have worked hard for many years, stepping forward to develop cadets in the squadron and the wing. We are proud to have you in out squadron and look forward to watching you develop into an excellent member of staff.

🏆GMW PERSONNEL HONOURED BY THE LORD-LIEUTENANT🏆

We are delighted to share that Cadets & Staff from Greater Manchester Wing have been honoured by the Lord-Lieutenant's of Greater Manchester & Cheshire for their service to the community... with a total of 20 awards issued across the wing! 👏🎉

GREATER MANCHESTER LIEUTENANCY
🌟 Lord-Lieutenant's Cadet 🌟
Cdt Sgt Speakman (1099 Worsley Air Cadets)

🔶Lord-Lieutenant's Certificate of Meritorious Service 🔶
WO O'Brien (WHQ)
CWO Walker (284 (Cheadle and Gatley) Squadron)
Greater Manchester Wing Band (Team Award)

🔷Lord-Lieutenant's Award for Endeavour🔷
Cdt Sgt Bentley (247 Ashton-under-Lyne Squadron Air Cadets)
CWO Hollingworth (1855 Royton Air Cadets)
CWO Lear (247 Ashton-under-Lyne Squadron Air Cadets)
CWO Siwik (1099 Worsley Air Cadets)
Cdt Sgt Trimble (2468 Squadron Air Cadets)
CWO Tyrell (317 Failsworth Squadron Royal Air Force Air Cadets)

CHESHIRE LIEUTENANCY
🔶Lord-Lieutenant's Certificate of Meritorious Service 🔶
Sqn Ldr Clegg (WHQ)
Sqn Ldr Hall (WHQ)
Cdt FS Burcea (70 Croft & Culcheth Squadron ATC)
Cdt FS Jones (95 (Crewe) Squadron, Air Training Corps)
1330 Warrington Squadron Air Training Corps - Royal Air Force Air Cadets (Team Award)

🔷Lord-Lieutenant's Award for Endeavour🔷
Cdt FS Haseldine (70 Croft & Culcheth Squadron ATC)
Cdt FS Hogg (236 Bollington Squadron Air Cadets)
Cdt Sgt Read (2056 Knutsford Squadron Air Training Corps - Royal Air Force Air Cadets)
Cdt Sgt Smallman (230 Squadron RAFAC)
CWO Smith (100 - Nantwich Squadron Royal Air Force Air Cadets)
CWO White (1330 Warrington Squadron Air Training Corps)

A huge congratulations to all Personnel & Teams who have honoured, GM Wing is very proud of you, and we can't wait to celebrate as you receive your awards!

❔Know someone worthy of recognition? Submit a notification on the Wing Honours & Awards SharePoint 🐝

Commandant Air Cadets
Royal Air Force Air Cadets
North Region - Royal Air Force Air Cadets
Regional Commandant North - Air Cadets
RFCA for the North West of England & the Isle of Man

07/05/2026

So some really good news first we are back at Royton from 18th May (information to be sent out in due course) yes we are certified safe again 🙌 back to business firstly on behalf of everyone involved with 1855 squadron can we say a big thank you to Danny and the team from Oldham Sea Cadets who without there help and commitment to cadet forces we would have been left in the wilderness so once again from all the staff and Cadets of 1855 thank you so much.
Wednesday brought some STEM activities Cadets were tasked with creating a card roller coaster. Great effort but we found some teething problems so we have to re evaluate and try again which is what STEM is all about.
Finally a big shout out to three of our Cadets who were recognised for their commitment, leadership and handwork in their Cadet career, who were promoted. Leading Cadet Hough promoted to Corporal, Senior Cadet Cheung promoted to Corporal and Corporal Lam promoted to Sergeant congratulations on your achievement 👏
Considerations are taking place for further promotions so watch this space.

03/05/2026

Another fantastic Month of achievements. We saw one of our flight sergeants achieve gold leadership which is a challenging course to pass, plus 6 cadets completed the bronze road march, this required them to complete two 20km practice road marches followed by two consecutive 20km road marches which were carried out in challenging weather as the weekend was hot and sunny.
Well done everyone

01/05/2026

1855 Royton Air cadets band performance at Royton and Crompton Cricket Club