After many years away, Hampshire and Isle of Wight Army Cadet Force has announced that a new Army Cadet detachment will soon be opening in East Cowes.
Part of Gallipoli Company, the new unit will be known as “6 Troop, East Cowes.” It will join existing detachments across the Isle of Wight in Newport, Ryde, Sandown, Godshill, and Freshwater, further strengthening the island’s Army Cadet presence.
Lt S. Brown, a spokesperson for Hampshire & Isle of Wight Army Cadet Force, said:
“Plans for 6 Troop East Cowes represent an exciting opportunity to bring new skills and experiences to young people in the area. Whatever your future plans, the Army Cadet Force offers valuable opportunities for personal development from a young age, including first aid, navigation, teamwork, communication, and resilience.
“In recent years, cadets from the island have also completed Duke of Edinburgh’s Award programmes and gone on to successfully join the Armed Forces, Ambulance Service, and Police, as well as achieving success in a wide range of other careers.”
The new detachment will parade on Thursday evenings from 19:00 to 21:00 at Holy Cross Primary School, East Cowes.
The unit will be led by experienced Cadet Force Adult Volunteers from across the island, who will deliver training and support to all recruits. The first parade night will take place on Thursday 30th April, with recruitment already underway.
The Army Cadets will also be hosting recruitment and information events in Kings Square, East Cowes (near Waitrose), on the following dates:
- Saturday 28th March
- Saturday 11th April
- Saturday 18th April
- Saturday 16th May
- Saturday 23rd May
For more information or to register interest in joining the East Cowes detachment – or any of the island’s other 5 detachments – visit ArmyCadets.com.
The Army Cadet Force is open to young people aged 12 to 18 and is a national youth organisation sponsored by the Ministry of Defence.
Prepping for conscription
On a more constructive note, our nipper was in the Army Cadets. He thoroughly enjoyed it, learned some great skills, discipline, self respect, boosted his confidence and learned to work with others. Now has a good career in HM Royal Navy. A great opportunity for the youngsters in East Cowes.
That is very true, but what angers me is the way
the country treats ex service personnel, it is disgraceful.