What we do

• We develop young people physically and mentally, improving self-confidence, teamwork, friendship and leadership. We welcome cadets of all abilities and backgrounds that are able to access the majority of our activities. We also aim to develop a sense of community in our cadets.
• We provide a wide diversity of fun, exciting and adventurous opportunities.
• We are a gateway to recognised vocational qualifications from the Duke of Edinburgh Award Scheme to BTEC First Diplomas which can help in working and school life.

What you can do

• Central to the ACF are its 8,500 adult volunteers - enthusiastic and committed people who inspire youngsters to achieve their goals, whether it's learning how to canoe, reaching the next level of the Duke of Edinburgh's Award, or learning how to look after themselves at annual camp.
• You can help - we need the continuing support of the ACF in the local community.
• Adult volunteers come in all shapes and sizes, from all walks of life and have all sorts of skills and experience. Whatever your day job, whether as a manager or a mother, a former soldier or a factory supervisor, an engineer or an English teacher, it's likely you will have something valuable to contribute. We couldn't deliver such an exciting array of opportunities without a wide variety of individuals to help us.
• We provide a structured approach to developing young people, working closely with the Local Education Authority, police and other youth initiatives.