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?
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Our latest news
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Cadets Take on Climbing Challenge at Rock Hub
Over the past three weeks, our cadets have been developing their climbing skills at Rock Hub in Basildon Sporting Village.…
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Cadets Explore Air Traffic Control Operations at Southend Tower
After finishing their airmanship studies, a group of our Cadets had the exciting opportunity to visit the Southend Air Traffic…
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CWO Parker Named Essex Wing’s Top Cadet and Dacre Sword Nominee
We are proud to announce that Cadet Warrant Officer (CWO) Parker has been named Essex Wing’s Top Cadet and has…
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