Affiliations with Cadet Organisations

Cadets in the UK are part of voluntary youth organizations supported by the Ministry of Defence (MOD), offering training and activities to young people aged 12-18

AFFILIATIONS WITH CADET ORGANISATIONS

Benefits of Being A Cadet

Cadet organisations aim to give young people aged 12 - 18 an experience that will help them grow into the person they want to be in a safe and friendly environment. Through various activities and adventures the Cadets learn teamwork, respect, loyalty, self-confidence, commitment, self-discipline, honesty and how to be the best version of themselves. Whether or not a Cadet goes on to enlist in the Armed Services, as some do, the benefits acquired through being a Cadet are invaluable as they move into the wider world.

Reasons to Affiliate

Most Livery Companies, including the Worshipful Company of Gunmakers, have associations with several Units of the UK’s regular Armed Forces. These are commitments to support the UK’s Armed Forces community, demonstrating their public support for serving personnel, veterans and their families.

In the same vein, the Worshipful Company of Gunmakers is affiliated with three Cadet Units, to help each of them with bringing about the life-enhancing opportunities that being a Cadet can result in. This assistance may be financial, donating a motivational trophy to be competed for, offering opportunities to take part in Company events or providing access to useful contacts that the Unit might not have. Close contact is maintained with each Unit, to be better aware of arising needs and to enjoy being in the presence of such motivated young people and their Unit’s staff.

Affiliated Cadet Units

The Worshipful Company is honoured to be affiliated with:

West Ham Sea Cadet Unit

The Unit, TS Thunderer, is based in Barking Road in Canning Town. A range of different activities is offered, from sailing, windsurfing and powerboating, to rock climbing, camping, music, and much more. Cadets can gain different qualifications that they can take with them once they leave the Sea Cadets.

2 Company, City of London and North East Sector Army Cadet Force

The Company is based at the Territorial Centre in Lea Bridge Road in Walthamstow. It offers youth activities focused on military skills, adventure training and leadership development for young people. Activities include fieldcraft, navigation, shooting, and opportunities to visit European battlefields. 

31 (Tower Hamlets) Royal Air Force Air Cadets

The Squadron is based at the Mile End Army Reserve Centre in Bow. 2016 Queen's Award for Voluntary Service & Lees Trophy winner. The Squadron offers flying, fieldcraft, adventure training, parachuting, marksmanship and more! The Squadron is notable for its successes at competitive shooting and for the quality of its band.