Musical Collaborations
The Bligny Band and Bugles are going from strength to strength. This summer has seen them in action at a number of public events. Shropshire ACF recently hosted a joint training day at Copthorne Barracks. Here is a write up from their Facebook page. “What
National Cadet Week 2026
Last week was the first ever National Cadet Week. We are proud to support Shropshire Army Cadet Force and a pleased to share this text with you from their Facebook page: National Cadet Week – Celebrating Shropshire Army Cadet Force! This National Cadet Week, we’re
Bishop’s Castle detachment re-opens.
Fabtastic news – the Bishop’s Castle detachment has re-opened! Last month Deputy Lieutenant Fiona Rogers-Coltman visited the newly reopened Bishops Castle Cadet Detachment . The detachment had been closed since before Covid, so its reopening is a wonderful opportunity for young people in the area.
The Bligny Band and Bugles at the Battle of Britain Parade, Shrewsbury.
Shropshire Army Cadet Force Bligny Band and Bugles did us proud on Sunday 13th September 2026. The band was invited to be part of the parade at the War Memorial in The Quarry for a special service marking the 86th anniversary of the Battle of
County Commandant receives donation from the Freemasons
Shropshire Army Cadet Force County Commandant, Colonel Mike Neville, was pleased to be invited to deliver an after dinner talk recently to Freemasons at the Bond of Friendship Mark Lodge. The event was the Worshipful Master’s Ladies Night where Col. Mike was pleased to receive
Shropshire Army Cadet Force Annual Camp 2026
A couple of weeks ago the Shropshire Army Cadet Force took part in their annual camp at Beckingham Camp and Training Area in Lincolnshire. Our Trust is so proud to read the reports of the camp, hear of the adventures and experiences and see the
SACFT summer newsletter
We are delighted to share with you our summer newsletter. What a busy year so far! Click here to read it: SACFT Aug 2026 Newsletter
Pre-deployment training for Cadet Force Adult Volunteers
Cadet Force Adult Volunteers (CFAV) completed their pre-deployment training recently. The day was packed with vehicle re-familiarisation, dangerous goods training, mandatory on-line training, safeguarding updates, and a full walk through of the camp plan. The training was designed to make sure the CFAVs are all