Aged between 13 and 20? Into sports, travel and the outdoors? Interested in aviation, the military, shooting and training?

Then consider joining the Saffron Walden Air Training Corps – fostering the spirit of adventure to provide a life-changing experience for our local young people.

Each year, volunteer staff and civilian committee members help over 60,000 cadets nationwide engage in many different pursuits and activities. These include visiting RAF camps, competing in sporting events, flying, gliding, community work and taking part in the Duke of Edinburgh Award.

Alongside this range of activities, cadets have the opportunity to learn about aviation and aerospace as well as gain leadership, navigation and marksmanship skills.1824 Squadron also actively engage in the BTEC scheme and offer qualifications in Public

Services and Aviation Studies, running in parallel with the Duke of Edinburgh Award Scheme, First Aid and Radio Communication courses.

The social aspect of the training environment is also very important to the Air Training Corps – you will get to meet and make a lot of new friends! The organisation develops cadets' personal qualities and a sense of community and citizenship valued by employers, both military and civil.

1824 Squadron works hard to be the best it can be in all pursuits and, as a result, the Saffron Walden cadets are well-travelled, qualified and experienced and ready to meet the challenges of their adult lives head-on.

For more information on this fantastic organisation, please visit the 1824 Squadron website or call 01799 525057.