The Adventure Starts Here
About Gloucestershire Army Cadets
Gloucestershire Army Cadets is where challenge meets opportunity. Open to young people aged 12 and over, we offer hands-on experiences that build confidence, teamwork, and real-life skills. From learning first aid and taking part in adventurous training to pushing your limits on fieldcraft exercises or supporting your local community—there’s something for everyone. With detachments across the county, cadets make lasting friendships, achieve recognised qualifications, and grow into capable, resilient individuals. Behind every cadet is a team of dedicated adult volunteers, aged 18+, who lead by example while developing their own leadership and instructional skills. Whether you’re a young person seeking purpose and adventure, or an adult ready to inspire the next generation—Gloucestershire Army Cadets is the place to start your journey.
Find Your Detachment
Key Information & Contacts
Gloucestershire Army Cadets are recruiting!
Ready for challenge, adventure, and lifelong friendships? Join us today.
Cadets – Aged 12+? Come develop confidence, teamwork, and skills that last a lifetime.
Adult Volunteers (18+) – Make a real difference by inspiring young people, while gaining new qualifications and leadership experience yourself.
Whether you’re looking to grow, give back, or just try something new — you’ll go further with Gloucestershire Army Cadets.
Our Senior Management Team are a combination of volunteers and permanent staff with many years of experience in the Army Cadets
Colonel Matt Robson
Commandant
Lieutenant Colonel Hannah Beale
Deputy Commandant
Barrie Terry
Cadet Executive Officer
RSMI Tim Smiles
RSMI
Alexandria (A) Company
A Company covers North Gloucester, Cheltenham and the North Cotswolds
Barossa (B) Company
B Company covers South of Gloucester and The South Cotswolds
C Company covers The Forest of Dean and Central Gloucester
Salamanca (S) Company
S Company is a Senior Cadet Company
Our Statistics
530+
Cadets
102+
Adult Instructors
18
Detachments
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Success Stories
Lord Lieutenant’s Cadet Cadet Corporal Pandy, C Company
Be More with the Army Cadets! >Congratulations to Cadet Cpl P of Eastern Avenue Detachment, C Company, Gloucestershire ACF, who was formally invested as a Lord Lieutenant’s Cadet by Mr Edward Gillespie OBE, Lord Lieutenant of Gloucestershire, on Wednesday 18 February 2026 at Count
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Success Stories
Coleford Platoon Celebrates New Wellbeing Space Coleford Platoon Lt Sarah Stokes shared how meaningful it was to open the space during Children’s Mental Health Week, highlighting just how important it is for young people to have safe, supportive environments.
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Adult Training
Adult Training Weekend Adult Instructors Our Adult Training Weekend recently took place, giving our volunteers the opportunity to refresh essential skills, learn new ones, and continue their professional development.
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Adult Training
FAM Day at County HQ Potential Adult Instructors
Community Engagement >An Army Cadets Familiarisation Day (FAM) introduces prospective adult volunteers to cadet life, focusing on core values, training, and the instructor role. This weekend, Gloucestershire Army Cadets undertook one for nine prospective CFAVs.
Latest News & Media Updates
Get all the latest news from detachments across the UK, including inspiring stories, amazing expeditions, and upcoming events
Volunteers’ Week Spotlight: Lieutenant Colonel Sarah Oxford
4 June 2026
Volunteering with the Army Cadets: Unlocking Skills, Confidence, and Making a Difference in the Community
4 June 2026
Volunteers’ Week Spotlight: 2Lt Lidia Pocock
3 June 2026
Contact Us
The Cadet CentreArle Road
Cheltenham
GL51 8JU
- Email us: wx-glo-groupmailbox@rfca.org.uk
- Call us: 01242 700063
Join Army Cadets today!
Join the Army Cadets to embark on an exciting adventure, develop valuable skills, and build lifelong friendships for young people between 12 to 18.
