Since 1941, we have been offering young people from Southend and surrounding areas exciting opportunities for personal and professional development.

Adventure Training & Fieldcraft
Cadet life is about learning through practical experience, especially in the great outdoors! Camping, adventurous training, overseas camps…

Sport
As an air cadet you can take part in seven main sports at different levels: Athletics, cross country, football, rugby, hockey, netball and swimming.

Group visits
Mixing work and play is at the heart of the Air Cadets. You’ll build friendships and learn how to use your strengths to best effect in a team.

Training and Education
Aside from all the great experiences and new skills you’ll gain as an air cadet, you can also take away real qualifications.
Ready for adventure?
Book a place on our next intake.
Our latest news
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Inter-Squadron Cross Country Success
On Saturday, cadets from 1312 (City of Southend-on-Sea) Squadron took part in the Essex Wing Inter-Squadron Cross Country Competition, held…
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Cadets Put Through Their Netball Paces
Sunday saw the Squadron back on the netball courts. Coaches were on hand to put everyone, including staff, through our…
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High Ropes, High Spirits!
Our cadets took on a real challenge Thursday night at the Skreens Park high ropes course! There were plenty of…
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