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We are responsible for the well being of the region's Reserve Forces and Cadets, promoting the interests of the Armed Forces and building relationships with the local community and employers.
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Becoming a Cadet Force Adult Volunteer is a great opportunity to be part of a prestigious and popular youth organisation, which takes great pride in offering youngsters opportunities that may not otherwise be available to them.
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Devon Employers Recognised for Supporting Defence Personnel at Exeter Ceremony

On Tuesday, 1st October 2024, four Devon employers were honoured with Defence Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) Silver Awards at a ceremony at County Hall, Exeter.
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RFCA

Taking its remit from the Haldane Reforms of 1907 and latterly the Reserve Forces Act 1996, Wessex RFCA is required to give advice and assistance to the Defence Council and all three Services at any level.

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RESERVE FORCES Expand

There are around 30,660 Volunteer Reservists in the UK. Coming from all backgrounds, regions and jobs, these are ordinary men and women who give up their time to train and serve alongside the Regular Forces.

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Cadets

Established in 1860, the UK cadet movement is one of the oldest and most successful voluntary youth organisations in the world and celebrated its 150th anniversary in 2010.

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Employers Inspired by Ten Tors Challenge and the Power of Cadet Support

Employers Inspired by Ten Tors Challenge and the Power of Cadet SupportWessex RFCA was delighted to host a number of supportive employers from across the […]

Sports presenter John Inverdale in support of Service Veterans Mental Health Charity Combat Stress

A sell-out attendance of around 120 gathered for dinner at the Star Inn near Winscombe to welcome legendary TV and radio personality John Inverdale on […]

Cadet experience gives youngsters a clear advantage at work and further education, new study finds

Young people who join the cadets do better at school, have improved attendance and behaviour and are more likely to go to university, a new […]

Wiltshire Army Cadet Force cadet shaves hair for charity

Story and photos from Wiltshire Army Cadet Force.Cadet Jensen Hayes from Dorcan Detachment has been recognised as the Cadet Winner of the Army Cadet Charitable […]

Thomas Hardye School CCF raises funds for Combat Stress

Thomas Hardye School Combined Cadet Force (CCF) fundraiser 2025 – ‘March in March’ for Combat Stress On Saturday 29 March 2025, the Thomas Hardye School […]

Join the RBL for Community, Camaraderie, and Support

Press release and photograph by Royal British LegionJoin the Royal British Legion in WSM for Community, Camaraderie, and Support at Weekly Coffee MorningsVeterans, Reserves, and […]

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Wessex RFCA @wrfca ·

5th March,2025

Last month, a remarkable female cadet from Cornwall had the prestigious opportunity to meet His Majesty the King, along with the Prime Minister and Deputy PM.

These are the some of the incredible ...experiences that some of Wessex's top cadets get to enjoy.

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Wessex RFCA @wrfca ·

4th March,2025

From a Telegraph article at the end of February 2025. Signing the Armed Forces Covenant is a crucial step for businesses looking to strengthen both their workforce and the wider UK economy.

...#ArmedForcesCovenant

Wessex RFCA @wrfca ·

4th March,2025

In late Feb, HRH the Princess Royal visited Lydney, to evaluate flood damage from Storm Bert in 2024.

Cadet Warrant Officer Lauren Collingwood from Pates Grammar School CCF supported the princess ...and Vice Lord-Lieutenant.

For more details, visit: https://t.co/nwSh23YbHY.

Alternative Venues South West

Need a conference hall or a sports hall, somewhere to celebrate a special occasion?

Alternative Venues South West has a range of interesting buildings available to rent across the South West - from fully equipped Cadet and Army Reserve Centres to beautiful listed buildings dating back hundreds of years..