Oxfordshire Army Cadets
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About Oxfordshire (The Rifles) Army Cadets
Fun, Friendship, Action and Adventure – this is what Oxfordshire Army Cadets Offers!
We offer adventure, skills and leadership opportunities to young people aged 12 and above. Home to over 500 cadets, 150+ adult volunteers across 18 detachments, cadets will experience various training such as fieldcraft, first aid, drill, community engagement and more – all while making lifelong friends and having fun.
Our passionate team of adult volunteers aged 18+ helps, guides, and inspires cadets while gaining their own skills and qualifications. Whether you are a young person looking for a new challenge or an adult wanting to give back, there’s a place for you in Oxfordshire ACF.
Find a detachment
Oxfordshire Army Cadets Stats
500+
Cadets
150+
Cadet Force Adult Volunteers
18
Detachments
Key Information & Contacts
Oxfordshire (The Rifles) Army Cadets are recruiting for cadets and adult instructors. Cadets must be at least 12 years old. Come and join us for adventure, fun, friendships and gain valuable skills for life.
Adult Instructors aged 18+ are needed to help develop the skills of our cadets. Additionally, Adult Instructors can also learn new skills, gain qualifications, and build their own personal skills.
If you’re up for a challenge, you’ll go further within Oxfordshire (The Rifles) Army Cadets.
Our Senior Management Team is made up of adult volunteers who span many years of experience within the Army Cadet Force.
Commandant – Colonel Nathan Baigent
Deputy Commandant – Lieutenant Colonel Sarah Oxford
Regimental Sergeant Major – WO1 Anna Hordle
County Training Officer – Major Alistair Ferguson
County Media Officer – AUO Richard Wilkins
County Sports Officer – Lt Lewis Norwood
County DofE Officer – SSGT Shaun Morgan
County Events Officer –
County Shooting Officer –
County Medical Support Officer – Major Alistair Ferguson
County Navigation Officer –
County First Aid Officer – SSGT Eleanor Berisford
County Vocational Qualifications Officer – WO2 Adrian Jeacock
Calais Company
Area Commander – Major Simon Jones
Area Training Officer – Captain Anton Richards
Area Staff Officer –
Area Sergeant Major – WO2 Conor McLennan
Nivelle Company
Area Commander – Major Wayne Thrussell
Area Training Officer – Lieutenant Scott Baillie
Area Staff Officer – Captain Melissa Fearn
Area Sergeant Major – WO2 Liam Easton
Quebec
Area Commander – Major Naomi Hood
Area Training Officer – Lt Christopher Allum
Area Staff Officer – Captain William Cannon
Area Sergeant Major – WO2 Kayne Chambers-Blucher
Somme
Area Commander – Major Mark Hames
Area Training Officer – Captain Mark Allington
Area Staff Officer – Captain Wayne Robinson
Area Sergeant Major – WO2 John Royal
Oxfordshire Army Cadets has its very own musical band, welcoming all level of players from across the County. They parade on a Monday evening at
Read House Cadet Training Centre, Arncott Wood Road, Bicester, Oxfordshire, OX25 1AB
Parade Times 1930 – 2130hrs.
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Success Stories
The Volunteer Joining Process >I joined the Army Cadets to give me some confidence as a 13-year-old lad, I stayed as a cadet for 5 years building up my confidence, skills and making many friends along the way. On turning 18 I became a CFAV and have been a CFAV for over 23 years.
Latest News & Media Updates
Get all the latest news from detachments across the UK, including inspiring stories, amazing expeditions, and upcoming events.
Exercise Canoe Cadet Turns 40!
13 June 2026
Surrey ACF Crowned Champions at Growing Rivalry Sports Cup
10 June 2026
Volunteers’ Week Spotlight: Lt Gina Allsop
6 June 2026
Contact Information
Oxfordshire Army Cadet ForceBrotheridge House
Arncott Wood Road
Upper Arncott
Bicester
OX25 1AB
- Email us: se-oxf-cao@rfca.org.uk
- Call us: 01869 259684
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.
