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Contact information, map and directions, contact form, opening hours, services, ratings, photos, videos and announcements from 1026 Ormskirk Squadron Royal Air Force Air Cadets, Youth Organization, Green Lane, Ormskirk.

The aim of this page is to show the parents, guardians and local community what we are about and all of the activities we have to offer and to inform about any news, upcoming events and recruitment.

09/10/2026

📣NATIONAL CADETS WEEK DAY 5: DON’T FORGET! 🙌

Don’t forget! If you or a young person you know is interested in joining Ormskirk’s RAF Air Cadets squadron, our open day is TOMORROW!

Our cadets gain new skills, experiences, friends & confidence every week. Whether you want to fly, take part in camps, gain DofE qualifications or you just need something exciting to do, come down & find out more!

🙌🏽 You must be aged 12+ & in Y8+
📆 Saturday 10th October, 10am-12pm
📍 Ormskirk C of E Primary School, Greetby Hill, Ormskirk
📲 Sign up online: https://www.raf.mod.uk/aircadets/interested-in-joining-as-a-cadet/?squadronno=1026&id=2E29232F-864F-4D22-B78C61B5CCFF6C86

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08/10/2026

📣 NATIONAL CADETS WEEK DAY 4 🙌

Why join Ormskirk RAF Air Cadets? Well if you want to:

✅ Learn how to fly a plane before you can drive a car
✅ Go on exciting camps at real RAF bases
✅ Gain DofE, first aid & so many more qualifications
✅ Learn leadership skills & gain confidence
✅ Make friends for life
✅ Learn things you’d never be able to in normal life eg. Shooting and Fieldcraft
✅ Never be bored – you’ve always got something to do!

What have we missed, 1026 cadets?!

Come down to our recruitment day this weekend to find out more!

🙌🏽 You must be aged 12+ & in Y8+
📆 Saturday 10th October, 10am-12pm
📍 Ormskirk C of E Primary School, Greetby Hill, Ormskirk
📲 Sign up online: https://www.raf.mod.uk/aircadets/interested-in-joining-as-a-cadet/?squadronno=1026&id=2E29232F-864F-4D22-B78C61B5CCFF6C86

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08/10/2026

07/10/2026

📣 NATIONAL CADETS WEEK DAY 3 🙌

Ormskirk’s RAF Air Cadets squadron doesn’t just offer great opportunities for young people. We’re welcoming enthusiastic adult volunteers to our staff team too!

If you’re aged 20+ & looking for a rewarding new hobby, come & get involved. You don’t need cadets or military experience, just want to work with local young people & learn on the job.

In return, you’ll be part of an ambitious squadron, gain skills & confidence, & work as a team. Join us on a parade night for more info!

📲 Get in touch to find out more about volunteering with 1026 Ormskirk squadron: https://www.raf.mod.uk/aircadets/interested-in-joining-as-a-volunteer/?squadronno=1026&id=2E29232F-864F-4D22-B78C61B5CCFF6C86

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06/10/2026

📣 NATIONAL CADETS WEEK DAY 2 ✌️

Ormskirk’s 1026 RAF Air Cadets squadron has been around since 1941, & we’re a part of local life. 🏡

You’ll see us at town centre festivals & events, maybe you’ve bought a poppy from us or seen us proudly parading on Remembrance Sunday?

As an RAF Air Cadet, you’ll represent the squadron at important events like these, as well as gaining skills, qualifications & experiences you can’t find anywhere else!

That’s why we’re the world’s most exciting youth organisation. Come & meet us next Saturday to find out more!

🙌🏽 You must be aged 12+ & in Y8+
📆 Saturday 10th October, 10am-12pm
📍 Ormskirk C of E Primary School, Greetby Hill, Ormskirk
📲 Sign up online: https://www.raf.mod.uk/aircadets/interested-in-joining-as-a-cadet/?squadronno=1026&id=2E29232F-864F-4D22-B78C61B5CCFF6C86

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05/10/2026

This week is the first ever National Cadets Week! All week we’ll be showcasing the fantastic opportunities RAF Air Cadets offers to our local young people (& adults!). ✈️

From flying & gliding to leadership, first aid, STEM & tons more, Ormskirk’s RAF Air Cadets gain skills & friends for life.🤝

>>> swipe to see a message from HM King Charles himself!

Come down to our open day next Saturday to meet our cadets, find out more & get involved! You must be aged 12+ & in Y8+.

📆 Saturday 10th October, 10am-12pm
📍 Ormskirk C of E Primary School, Greetby Hill, Ormskirk
📲 Sign up online: https://www.raf.mod.uk/aircadets/interested-in-joining-as-a-cadet/?squadronno=1026&id=2E29232F-864F-4D22-B78C61B5CCFF6C86

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04/10/2026

🏅 THIRD staff member at 1026 to be awarded a Lord Lieutenants award this year! 🏅

Flt Lt Smithurst has been awarded the Lord Lieutenant’s Award for Meritorious Service, recognising a remarkable RAF Air Cadets journey that spans over three decades.

She began her cadet career at 1908 Bootle Squadron in 1990, aged just 13, rising to Flight Sergeant, becoming a key member of the Squadron Shooting Team, and achieving her Silver Duke of Edinburgh Award. At 20, she transitioned to the staff team and was commissioned as a Pilot Officer in 2004.

In 2006, she took command of 1908 Bootle Squadron, where she gained multiple qualifications — including shooting and Basic Expedition Leader — to give Bootle cadets and Merseyside Wing even more opportunities to train, grow, and challenge themselves. She supported countless training camps at Altcar, adventure training in Snowdonia and the Isle of Man, and helped deliver numerous DofE expeditions.

In 2020, she joined Wing Staff as Deputy Training Officer, before transferring to 1026 Ormskirk Squadron as Squadron Adjutant in 2022. She is a qualified Fieldcraft Instructor and a core part of the Wing Fieldcraft Team, delivering Bronze and Silver courses for cadets across Merseyside Wing.

Her career is defined by leadership, opportunity‑building, and unwavering commitment — and this award is a truly deserved recognition of everything she has given to the organisation.

North West RFCA Wg Cdr Joe O'Riley Royal Air Force Air Cadets North Region - RAF Air Cadets Comdt AC Peter Oliver OBE, HM Lord-Lieutenant of Merseyside Sharon Gary Smithurst

03/10/2026

🏅 SECOND Staff Member at 1026 to be awarded a Lord Lieutenants Award 🏅

CI Dodd has been awarded the Lord Lieutenant’s Award for Meritorious Service, recognising her remarkable dedication to the Air Cadets over two decades.

She first joined in 2001, later stepping back briefly to raise her daughter — before returning in 2018, this time together, continuing a shared passion for youth development and adventure.

Since then, CI Dodd has become an invaluable part of our organisation. She plays a major role in Wing Method of Instruction training, bringing her experience as a senior NHS manager to help young people learn how to teach, lead, and communicate with confidence. She also serves on the National Air & Space Camp Team, supporting the coordination and delivery of one of the biggest camps in the RAFAC calendar.

Her journey is one of commitment, leadership, and genuine impact — and this award is a truly well‑deserved recognition of everything she brings to our squadron and beyond.

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20/09/2026

Congratulations to our cadets who represented us today at Wing Competitions Day Merseyside Wing Air Cadets 🙌

Special mention to Sgt Owen for winning Best Drill IC in the wing 👏

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15/09/2026

Battle of Britain Memorial Parade- Merseyside Wing Air Cadets -Chester 👏

On Sunday our cadets and staff took part in the Battle of Britain memorial parade in Chester city centre alongside other members of our wing.

Well Done to everyone representing their squadrons and the wing 👍

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Address

Green Lane
Ormskirk
L391ND

Opening Hours

Monday	7pm - 9:30pm
Friday	7pm - 9:30pm

Telephone

01695 581026

Website

https://www.raf.mod.uk/aircadets/interested-in-joining-as-a-cadet/?squadronno=1026, https://www.raf.mod.uk/aircadets/int

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