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This morning, we were honoured to take part in the City Remembrance Parade at the Southend Cenotaph. The event brought together veterans, regular forces, cadets, youth organisations, dignitaries, and members of the community, with a large crowd gathering to pay their respects despite a touch of rain. Our Squadron Band led the parade and later…

Nineteen of our cadets were back out in Southend High Street this morning supporting the Royal British Legion Poppy Appeal. It was a bright, crisp November morning and the high street was already busy with early shoppers, giving the cadets plenty of opportunities to sell poppies. They sold a large number throughout the morning, and…

This morning, some of our cadets were out in Southend High Street proudly supporting the Royal British Legion’s annual Poppy Appeal. The cadets spent several hours engaging with members of the public, selling poppies, and helping to raise vital funds for veterans and their families. Despite the chilly weather, the cadets’ enthusiasm and dedication shone…

Eight cadets from the Squadron took to the skies on Saturday for gliding induction flights at RAF Kenley. Each cadet enjoyed two flights at this historic airfield. The VGS staff were highly impressed with our cadets’ enthusiasm and willingness to get involved in gliding operations, even through the blustery rain showers. Several cadets also received…

This morning, we were delighted to welcome 20 brand new cadets to the Squadron, with more due to join us on Friday. They received a warm introduction from our Officer Commanding before learning about what to expect as members of the Squadron. The session also included some team-building activities, giving them a chance to get…

On Saturday, cadets from 1312 (City of Southend-on-Sea) Squadron took part in the Essex Wing Inter-Squadron Cross Country Competition, held at William de Ferrers School in South Woodham Ferrers. We’re thrilled to announce that the Squadron achieved first place in both the Junior Boys and Senior Boys categories! A special congratulations also goes to Cadet…

Sunday saw the Squadron back on the netball courts. Coaches were on hand to put everyone, including staff, through our paces. We learned some great skills through fun games before moving on to the tournament. All teams competed well, and even more impressive was that two members of the winning team had completed a 15…

Last Thursday, 9 of our cadets took to the skies at RAF Wittering. For 6 of them, it was their very first flight, while 3 had the chance to experience it again. The excitement was clear to see, with Cdt Pratheeban probably the most eager of all, and his smile only grew bigger after landing.…

Some of our cadets enjoyed the summer sun last Sunday as our trainee Sports Leaders, Cpls Irons, Fulcher and Mayooran, led a rounders session. They organised warm-up and cool-down drills, skills activities, and a series of matches, a great opportunity to develop planning, leadership and teamwork in a relaxed setting. Well done to everyone involved!…

More flying, you ask? Yes indeed, and this time with engines! On Saturday 2 August, we travelled to RAF Cranwell where all eight cadets took to the air. Each had the chance to take control of the aircraft and experience aerobatics, including loop-the-loops and barrel rolls. The smiles as they stepped off the plane made…