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WESSEX RFCA

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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CADET INSTRUCTOR OR OFFICER

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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SOMERSET CELEBRATES NEW LORD-LIEUTENANT CADETS

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FEATURED NEWS

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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Latest News

Sea Cadet WW1 Battlefields Tour to Ypres

Local Cadets from Portland, Weymouth and Yeovil Sea Cadets Units enjoyed a highly successful Sea Cadet WW1 Battlefields Tour to Ypres, Belgium on 15 to […]

Defence employer partnership delivers real impact for Wiltshire cadets

A strong and growing partnership between Wiltshire Army Cadet Force and defence employer Chemring Countermeasures is delivering tangible benefits for young people, demonstrating the real-world […]

Local healthcare provider supports Wiltshire cadets with life saving training equipment

Cadets in Wiltshire are set to benefit from enhanced first aid training following a generous donation from Regent’s Park Healthcare, demonstrating the real world impact […]

RAF St Mawgan Reservist Takes First Place at RAF Alpine Luge Novice Championships

Sergeant Paul, a RAF St Mawgan based Full Time Reservist and self-confessed adrenaline junkie, has taken first place in the Novice category at the RAF […]

Mum, Equestrian Champion and RAF Reservist Inspires with Story of Determination and Service

A Devon woman is proving that you don’t need to wear a uniform full‑time to make a big impact in the Royal Air Force. AS2 […]

Sherborne Girls Pupil takes up prestigious national CCF role

A pupil from Sherborne Girls took part in an investiture ceremony last month on board the HMS Victory as she took up her role as […]

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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..

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