Welcome to Durham A.C.F. Web Site

Durham Army Cadet Force has 35 units, called detachments stretching from the Durham County boundary to the West and South up to the River Tyne in the North, with its headqurters at Chester le Street. It has a full military band also based there.

General Information & Updates

The Army Cadet Force?

The Army Cadet Force (ACF) is huge with more than 45,000 members in the UK. There are over 1760 centres spread across the country, each with about 25 cadets. When it comes to sport, adventure and action it's hard to find anything that beats the ACF. 

If you're between 12 and 18 you can join today and spend your weekends taking part in adventurous training and sports like abseiling and rock climbing. You may even get to fly in a helicopter!

Ok, so you might be spending your Saturday afternoons lying in the mud, but wouldn't you rather be doing that - and having some memorable experiences and making great mates - instead of just sitting in front of the TV all day? 

Whatever you are interested in, there's always a brilliant life to be had as an Army Cadet. Joining the ACF is a chance to learn new skills and, best of all, have a great time. You'll get to wear a uniform, but you won't be part of the Army, and with 8500 trained Adult Instructors you'll get all the support you need to take on the challenges of being a cadet.

There'll also be plenty of time to play the sports you love, because the ACF has teams that compete at county, regional and even national events.

There's loads to do in the ACF besides sport, but it all includes making good friends and having amazing experiences.

You can take part in community projects, work towards the Duke of Edinburgh's Award and even earn vocational qualifications such as a BTEC in Public Services. 

NEW South Africa Expedition - PHOTO GALLERY

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Annual Camp 2010

1st - 14th August 2010 - Westdown camp

Find our detachments

Use our map to find your nearest detachment