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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 […]

Stover School CCF: A Weekend of Reflection and Remembrance ►

Last month Stover School Combined Cadet Force had a busy Royal British Legion Remembrance period attending four memorial events over consecutive days and supported the […]

South West Employers Honoured at Employer Recognition Scheme Gold Awards ►

Nineteen outstanding employers from across the South West have been recognised for their exceptional commitment to the Armed Forces community at this year’s Employer Recognition […]

Cornwall Celebrates Service and Achievement at the Lord-Lieutenant’s Awards Ceremony ►

Cornwall came together in celebration of dedication, leadership, and community service at the annual Lord-Lieutenant’s Awards Ceremony, held on 7th October 2025 at New County […]

Devon Honours Service and Dedication at the Lord-Lieutenant’s Awards Ceremony ►

Devon has once again celebrated the outstanding achievements and service of its Armed Forces community at the annual Lord-Lieutenant’s Awards Ceremony, held on Thursday 2nd […]

Somerset’s Armed Forces Community Honoured in Prestigious Awards Ceremony ►

The annual Lord-Lieutenant for Somerset Awards Ceremony celebrated the exceptional service and dedication of individuals and organisations within the county’s Armed Forces community. Hosted by […]

AGM 2025 ►

See documents to the right to access Annual Report.www.wessex-rfca.org.uk

Over 200 employers recognised with top Defence award for outstanding support to the Armed Forces community ►

Over 200 business from across the UK and 19 from the South West region, have been recognised for their outstanding support to the Armed Forces […]

New Membership Survey ►

Keynsham Joint Cadet Centre Officially Opens ►

Keynsham Joint Cadet Centre Officially Opens: A Green Investment in the Future of Cadet TrainingKeynsham, Somerset – 26 June 2025In a significant milestone for the […]

50 South West Employers recognised with Defence Employer Recognition Scheme Silver Award ►

Wessex Reserve Forces’ and Cadets’ Association (RFCA) is delighted to announce 50 businesses in the South West have been awarded the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme […]

A Jolly Day on the Water for Yeovil Sea Cadets ►

Issued by Wessex Reserve Forces and Cadets Association – Somerset Representative, Mark ShelfordYeovil, Somerset – 6 Jun 25Despite a typically British soggy summer evening, spirits […]

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 […]