2nd (Northern Ireland) Battalion Army Cadets

We aim to inspire young people aged between 12 and 18 to achieve and develop the qualities of a good citizen - whilst having lots of FUN! The training we deliver helps foster self-confidence, teamwork and a sense of belonging.

Adventure Starts Here

2nd (NI) Battalion Army Cadet Force (ACF) offers exciting opportunities for young people aged 12 and over to learn new skills, gain confidence, and enjoy adventure. With detachments across the province, cadets get involved in activities like fieldcraft, first aid, and community work — all while making new friends and having fun.

Adult volunteers play a key role in guiding and inspiring cadets, while also developing their own skills and earning valuable qualifications. Whether you’re a young person looking for a new challenge or an adult ready to make a difference, the 2nd (NI) ACF has a place for you.

We are the largest Battalion in Northern Ireland!

760+

Army Cadets

230+

Adult Volunteers

36

Detachments

Find your local detachment

Young people aged 12+ can join us for fun, friendship, adventure, and skills that last a lifetime. We’re also looking for adult volunteers (18+) to help guide and support our cadets. As an instructor, you’ll not only make a difference but also gain new skills, qualifications and personal development
Armagh

The Royal British Legion
12-14 Dobbin Street
Armagh
County Armagh
BT61 7QQ

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Parade Times: Tuesday: 1930-2130 hrs
Status: Open to new cadets

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Cregagh

Cregagh ACF Detachment
Cregagh Presbyterian Church
102-104 Cregagh Road
BELFAST
County Antrim
BT6 9ER

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Parade Times: Monday: Monday: 1900-2100
Status: Open to new cadets

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Ballygowan

Building No 1
35 Manse Road
Carryduff
Belfast
County Down
BT8 8DA

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Parade Times: Wednesday: WEDNESDAY 1900-2200
Status: Open to new cadets

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Ballykinler

Cadet Training Centre
Shore Road
Ballykinler
DOWN
BT30 8BX

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Parade Times: : Sorry but this detachment is temporarily closed at present, please re-apply to the next nearest
Status: Currently closed to new cadets

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Ballynahinch

Harmony Hall
3 Harmony Way
Balllynahinch
DOWN
BT24 8LH

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Parade Times: Thursday: THURSDAY: 1900-2100
Status: Open to new cadets

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Banbridge

Banbridge ACF
61 Scarva Road
Banbridge
Down
BT32 3QD

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Parade Times: Monday: MONDAY: 1900-2100
Status: Open to new cadets

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Banbridge Academy

BANBRIDGE ACADEMY

Banbridge
BANBRIDGE
DOWN
BT32 4AQ

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Parade Times: Tuesday: TUESDAY: 1900 - 2100 Please note that you must attend Banbridge Academy to join this detachment
Status: Open to new cadets

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Bangor

Army Reserve Centre
Balloo Avenue
Newtownards Road
BANGOR
County Down
BT19 7QT

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Parade Times: Thursday: Thursday: 1900-2100
Status: Open to new cadets

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Breda

Army Reserve Centre
4 Hospital Road
Belfast
BT8 8JP

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Parade Times: Monday: MONDAY: 1900-2100
Status: Open to new cadets

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Clonaver

Army Reserve Centre
Clonaver Crescent South
BELFAST
County Antrim
BT4 2EY

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Parade Times: Monday: Monday: 1900-2100
Status: Open to new cadets

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Comber

Comber ACF
19 Railway Street
Comber
NEWTOWNARDS
County Down
BT23 5HG

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Parade Times: Wednesday, Friday: Wednesday: 1900-2100 Friday: 1900-2100
Status: Open to new cadets

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Donaghadee

Donaghadee ACF
Church Of Ireland Parish Church
Church Place
DONAGHADEE
County Down
BT21 0DB

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Parade Times: Wednesday: Wednesday: 1900-2100
Status: Open to new cadets

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Down High

Down High School
24 Strangford Road
DOWNPATRICK
County Down
BT30 6SR

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Parade Times: : This detachment is temporarily closed, please apply to the next nearest detachment Thank you
Status: Currently closed to new cadets

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Donaghcloney

Donaghcloney ACF Det
The Royal British Legion
1 Drumlin Road
Donaghcloney
Donaghcloney
County Armagh
BT66 7NJ

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Parade Times: Tuesday: 1900-2130
Status: Open to new cadets

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Dundonald

Dundonald High School
Dundonald High School
764 Upper Newtownards Road
Dundonald
BELFAST
County Antrim
BT16 1TH

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Parade Times: Thursday: Thursday: 1900-2100
Status: Open to new cadets

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Dunmurry

St Hilda's Church
Seymour Hill
2b Hazel Avenue
Dunmurry
BELFAST
County Antrim
BT17 9QX

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Parade Times: Thursday: Thursday: 1900-2100
Status: Open to new cadets

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Glenwood

Spectrum Centre
The Spectrum Centre
333-345 Shankill Road
BELFAST
County Antrim
BT13 3AA

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Parade Times: Wednesday: Wednesday: 1900-2100
Status: Open to new cadets

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Gransha

ACF Hut
Church Street
Church Lane
BANGOR
County Down
BT20 3HX

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Parade Times: Thursday: Thursday: 1900-2100
Status: Open to new cadets

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Grosvenor GS

Grosvenor Grammar School
Grosvenor Grammar School
50 Marina Park
BELFAST
County Antrim
BT5 6BA

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Parade Times: Monday: Monday: 1900-2100
Status: Open to new cadets

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Holywood

Holywood Cadet Hut
Army Reserve Centre
Kinnegar
Holywood
BT18 9JR

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Parade Times: Thursday: Thursday: 1900-2100
Status: Open to new cadets

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Hydebank

ARMY RESERVE CENTRE
Hydebank
4 Hospital Road
BELFAST
County Antrim
BT8 8JP

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Parade Times: Monday: MONDAY 1900-2100
Status: Open to new cadets

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Kilkeel

ACF Hut
Harbour Road
Kilkeel
DOWN
BT34 4AT

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Parade Times: Wednesday: WEDNESDAY: 1900-2100
Status: Open to new cadets

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Killyleagh

ACF Hut
BRIDGE STREET
Killyleagh
Down
BT30 9NQ

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Parade Times: Monday: MONDAY: 1930-2130
Status: Open to new cadets

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Lisburn

Lisburn ACF
Conway Street
Wallace Avenue
Lisburn
Antrim
BT27 4AE

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Parade Times: Tuesday: Tuesday: 1900-2100
Status: Open to new cadets

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Lurgan College

LURGAN COLLEGE
COLLEGE WALK
Lurgan
Armagh
BT66 6JW

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Parade Times: Tuesday: TUESDAY: 1900-2100
Status: Open to new cadets

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Lurgan Open

ACF Hut
Queens Place
Lurgan
Armagh
BT66 8BY

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Parade Times: Wednesday: WEDNESDAY: 1900-2100
Status: Open to new cadets

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Malone

Army Reserve Centre
Tyrone House
83 Malone Road
Belfast
BT9 6SJ

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Parade Times: Thursday: Thursday: 1900-2100
Status: Open to new cadets

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Markethill

Markethill High School
61 Mowhan Road
Markethill
Armagh
BT60 1RQ

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Parade Times: Wednesday: WEDNESDAY: 1900-2100
Status: Open to new cadets

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Moira Detachment

Moira Primary School
Moira Primary School
21 Backwood Road
Moira
CRAIGAVON
County Armagh
BT67 0LJ

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Parade Times: Monday: Monday: 1900-2100
Status: Open to new cadets

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Movilla Det

Movilla Cadet Hut
Movilla Road
NEWTOWNARDS
County Down
BT23 8RJ

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Parade Times: Thursday: Thursday: 1900-2130
Status: Open to new cadets

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Newtownards

Army Reserve Centre
Crawfordsburn Road
NEWTOWNARDS
County Down
BT23 4EA

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Parade Times: Monday: Monday: 1900-2100
Status: Open to new cadets

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Peninsula

Glastry College School
14 Victoria Road
Ballyhalbert
Newtownards
County Down
BT22 1DQ

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Parade Times: Thursday: Thursday: 1900-2100
Status: Open to new cadets

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Portadown

ARMY RESERVE CENTRE
Charles Street
Portadown
Armagh
BT62 4BD

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Parade Times: Monday, Wednesday: MONDAY: 1900-2100 WEDNESDAY: 1900-2100
Status: Open to new cadets

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Richhill

Hardy Memorial PRIMARY SCHOOL
Legacorry Park
Richhill
ARMAGH
BT61 9PL

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Parade Times: Wednesday: WEDNESDAY: 1900-2100
Status: Open to new cadets

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Tandragee

ACF Hut
Madden Road
Tandragee
Armagh
BT62 2DA

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Parade Times: Tuesday: TUESDAY: 1900-2100
Status: Open to new cadets

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Sullivan Upper

Sullivan Upper School
Sullivan Upper Grammar School
Belfast Road
HOLYWOOD
County Down
BT18 9EP

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Parade Times: Wednesday: Wednesday: 1900-2100
Status: Open to new cadets

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Sunnyside Street

Army Reserve Centre
Tyrone House
83 Malone Road
Belfast
BT9 9SJ

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Parade Times: Monday: Monday: 1900-2100
Status: Open to new cadets

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Key Information & Contacts

There are 4 Companies within 2nd (NI) Bn ACF: E (Ranger) Company, F Company, G Company and H Company.

35 Manse Road
Carryduff
Belfast
BT8 8DA

Email: ni-2bn-ao2@rfca.org.uk

Phone: 02890 815223

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      Carryduff
      Belfast
      BT8 8DA
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