The West Lowland BN Army Cadets

West Lowland Battalion Army Cadets is more than a community—we’re a family with a shared mission: to lead, inspire, and empower the next generation through leadership, discipline, and service.

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Are you ready to step into a world of adventure, discipline, and leadership?  West Lowland Battalion Army Cadets is more than just a community — we are a family united by a shared mission: to empower and guide the next generation through leadership, discipline, and service.

At the heart of our mission is a passion for personal growth and character development. We believe that leadership is not just taught — it’s lived. Our cadets are encouraged to take initiative, support one another, and embrace challenges with determination and integrity.

For those who crave excitement and love the great outdoors, our Battalion offers a wide range of adventurous activities designed to push limits and build confidence. From navigating terrain during orienteering exercises to mastering teamwork on the water in paddle sports, each experience is a stepping stone toward becoming a stronger, more capable individual.

Our cadets take part in hiking expeditions, camping under the stars, and learning essential fieldcraft skills. Marksmanship training and structured physical challenges further installs focus, discipline, and resilience — all within a safe, supportive environment.

Joining the Army Cadets means joining a proud tradition. It’s a commitment to self-improvement, service to others, and a lifestyle rooted in honour and excellence. If you’re ready to grow, lead, and discover your potential — the adventure starts here.

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CADETS

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DEDICATED ADULT VOLUNTEERS

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DETACHMENTS COVERING THE WEST COAST OF SCOTLAND

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Annan

Annan KOSB Detachment
ATCC Solway Street
Annan
Dumfries & Galloway
DG12 6DU

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

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Arran

Arran RHF Detachment
ACFC Auchrannie Raod
Arran
Ayrshire & Arran
KA27 8BZ

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Parade Times: Saturday: 1100 - 1300 Hours
Status: Open to new cadets

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Auchinleck

Auchinleck RHF Detachment
Station Road
Auchinleck
East Ayrshire
KA18 2AF

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Parade Times: Tuesday: 1900- 2115 Hrs
Status: Open to new cadets

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Ayr

West Lowland Bn ACF HQ
Fusilier House
109 Seaforth Road
Ayr
South Ayrshire
KA8 9HX

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Parade Times: Monday: Ayr Detachment Cadets are currently parading alongside Cadets from Belmont Detachment Cadets from both Ayr and Belmont will parade at Battalion HQ, Fusilier House, 109 Seaforth Rd Ayr KA8-9HX on Monday evenings 1900 - 2100 hours
Status: Open to new cadets

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Barrhead

Barrhead R Sigs Detachment
64 Paisley Road
Barrhead
East Renfrewshire
G78 1ND

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

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Belmont

Belmont Scots Yeo Detachment
Chalmers Road
Ayr
South Ayrshire
KA7 2JQ

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Parade Times: Monday: Ayr Detachment Cadets are currently parading alongside Cadets from Belmont Detachment Cadets from both Ayr and Belmont will parade at Battalion HQ, Fusilier House, 109 Seaforth Rd Ayr KA8-9HX on Monday evenings 1900 - 2100 hours
Status: Open to new cadets

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Castle Douglas

Castle Douglas KOSB Detachment
Blackpark Road
Castle Douglas
Dumfries & Galloway
DG7 1DJ

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

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Dalbeattie

Dalbeattie KOSB Detachment
Craigmath
Dalbeattie
Dumfries & Galloway
DG5 4EB

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

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Dalmellington

Dalmellington RHF Detachment
Gateside Road
Dalmellington
East Ayrshire
KA6 7RU

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Parade Times: Wednesday: 1850 - 2050 Hrs
Status: Open to new cadets

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Dumfries

Dumfries KOSB Detachment
Nunfield House
Edinburgh Road
Dumfries
Dumfries & Galloway
DG1 1JX

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

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Erskine

Erskine A&SH Detachment
Barrwood Road
Erskine
PA8 6AB

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

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Garnock Valley

Garnock Valley Scots DG Detachment
Wardrop Street
Beith
Ayrshire & Arran
KA15 2EY

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

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Giffnock

Giffnock SG Detachment
Woodfarm Pavilion
Berryhill Drive
Giffnock
Renfrewshire
G46 7AA

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

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Girvan

Girvan RAMC Detachment
Plum Square
Kirkoswald Road
Girvan
South Ayrshire
KA26 9DF

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

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Gourock

Gourock A&ASH Detachment
Binnie Lane
Gourock
Renfrewshire
PA19 1QA

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

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Irvine

Irvine RLC Detachment
East Road
Irvine
Ayrshire & Arran
KA12 0AA

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

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Johnstone

Johnstone RE Detachment
Canal Road
Johnstone
PA5 8LA

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

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Kilmarnock (RA)

Kilmarnock RA Detachment
Witchknowe Road
Kilmarnock
Ayrshire & Arran
KA1 4LN

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Parade Times: Wednesday: 1900 - 2130 Hrs
Status: Open to new cadets

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Kilmarnock (RHF)

Kilmarnock RHF Detachment
Peace Avenue
Kilmarnock
Ayrshire & Arran
KA1 2RN

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

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Kirkconnel

Kirkconnel KOSB Detachment
Kilmarnock Road
Kirkconnel
Dumfries & Galloway
DG4 6LY

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

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Kirkcudbright

Kirkcudbrigh RTR Detachment
Dee Walk
Kirkcudbright
Dumfries & Galloway
DG6 4DR

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

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Lockerbie

Lockerbie KOSB Detachment
Victoria Park
Lockerbie
Dumfries & Galloway
DG11 2AX

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

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Maybole

Kirkoswald Road
Janitor House
Maybole
South Ayrshire
KA19 8BP

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Parade Times: Monday: 1900 - 2115 Hrs
Status: Open to new cadets

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Newton Stewart

Newton Stewart KOSB Detachment
Wigton Road
Newton Stewart
DG8 6AS

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

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Paisley (RA)

Paisley RA Detachment
19 Queen Street
Paisley
Renfrewshire
PA1 2TT

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Parade Times: Thursday: 1830 - 2100 Hrs
Status: Open to new cadets

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Paisley (RE)

Paisley RE Detachment
Hawkhead Road
Paisley
Renfrewshire
PA1 3NE

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Parade Times: Tuesday: 1830- 2100 Hrs
Status: Open to new cadets

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Port Glasgow

Port Glasgow A&ASH Detachment
William Street
Port Glasgow
PA14 5HJ

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

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Renfrew

Renfrew A&SH Detachment
Broadloan
Renfrew
Renfrewshire
PA4 0SA

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Parade Times: Wednesday: 1930 - 2130 Hrs
Status: Open to new cadets

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Rothesay

Rothesay A&SH Detachment
Broadcroft Lane
Rothesay
Renfrewshire
PA20 9BA

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

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Saltcoats

Saltcoats Scots DG Detachment
Union Street
Saltcoats
North Ayrshire
KA21 5LL

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

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Tarbolton

Tarbolton RA Detachment
Montgomerie Street
Tarbolton
South Ayrshire
KA5 5QE

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

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Stranraer

Stranraer KOSB Detachment
Waverley Lane
Stranraer
Dumfries & Galloway
DG9 7EY

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

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Troon

Troon Para Detachment
Dukes Road
Troon
Ayrshire & Arran
KA10 6QR

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

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Moffat Academy

Moffat Academy
Moffat Academy
Jeff Brown Drive
MOFFAT
Dumfriesshire
DG10 9QF

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Parade Times: Friday:
Status: Open to new cadets

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Dumfries Academy

Dumfries Academy
Dumfries Academy
Academy Street
Dumfries
Dumfriesshire
DG1 1DD

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Parade Times: Monday:
Status: Open to new cadets

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West Lowland Pipes & Drums Detachment

Kirkoswald Road
Janitor House
Maybole
South Ayrshire
KA19 8BP

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Parade Times: Thursday:
Status: Waiting list for new cadets

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      Seaforth Road
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