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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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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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Wessex RFCA has a wide range of images and videos showcasing activities, events and exercises from Reservists and Cadets across the South West of England.
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Reservist Alice joins Royal Naval Sailing Association team for Lake Como R200 event

Royal Navy Reservist Alice Smith is part of a four-boat Royal Naval Sailing Association team taking part in the RS Eurocup at Gravedona, Lake Como
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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

Wiltshire Lord Lieutenant’s Cadets on duty

Lord Lieutenant’s Cadets from Wiltshire had the opportunity to take part in a royal visit this week as Prince Charles and the Duchess of Cornwall […]

Veterans’ Office marks one year since establishment

Ministers met veteran charities and service leaders to discuss high priority issues in the sector, in a visit to mark one year since the Office […]

Army Reservist swaps hard hat for blue beret

British Army Reservist and Cornish construction company boss Jimmy Regan has been happy to leave the family in charge during his deployment with 6th Battalion […]

Lord-Lieutenant of Wiltshire’s Cadets reporting for duty

Four of the most accomplished and public-spirited young people in Wiltshire are embarking on a year they will never forget, supporting Mrs Sarah Troughton as […]

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EAEmployers @EAEmployers·

19th January,2021

You still have time to register to attend this virtual conference #PWD #ArmedForcesCovenant https://t.co/3SmAkvWL2M

Dorset ACF @Dorsetacf·

18th January,2021

Dorset Cadets!

The first of our County Virtual Training Sessions will be on Thursday evening..
Visit the link or scan the QR Code to register your interest and receive the Zoom Log On Details

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#ACF #VirtualACF #KeepingTheFlameAlive

Defence Relationship Management@DRM_Support·

18th January,2021

Nominations for the 2021 Soldiering on Awards are open!

The @SoldierOnAwards are an amazing opportunity to highlight the incredible work & achievements of the Armed Forces community. Find out ... more and nominate here: https://t.co/KSGhe9qJmM

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..