Yorkshire Army Cadet Force

General information

The Army Cadet Force (ACF) can trace its origin as far back as 1860 when the first cadet unit was formed in London. Today the ACF is one of the largest Youth Organisations in the UK with over 41,000 cadets in more than 1,600 Detachments all over the country, and it continues to provide the young people of today with some valuable life skills.
Yorkshire (North & West) Army Cadet Force is one of the largest Counties in the ACF and is open to all young people who are between the ages of 12 and 18, and are currently in year 8 or above.
Yorkshire (N&W) ACF covers a huge geographical area in which we have 44 Detachments... From Catterick in the north of the county to Huddersfield in the South, where ever you live within the County of Yorkshire, you will find a Detachment not far from you that offer Adventures, Friendships and most of all LOTS of FUN!.
The Headquarters for Yorkshire (N&W) ACF is at Queen Elizabeth Barracks, Strensall, York where a team of permanent staff work to support the many Cadet Force Adult Volunteers (CFAV’s) the keep the county running and ensure that the fun never stops.
So... If you’re over the age of 18?
Then not to worry, then fun doesn’t end there... why not consider joining as an adult instructor? We are always looking for quality CFAV’s who wish to train as instructors. No military experience is needed, just a passion and commitment for working with young people.
Whether you live in North Yorkshire or West Yorkshire, there is a Detachment near you.