There are a huge amount of expedition opportunities, some overseas, but the most well known and popular option is the Duke of Edinburgh Award which entails overnight expeditions. They're great fun. But there are lots of other expeditions that pop up regularly.

There's a small subscription to cover the running costs which is currently £12 a month, making it great value for money considering what you get out of it. All other activities where extra payment is required are advertised with the activity details and vary dependent on each activity, for example a UK week long camp is usually around £50/£60.

Blues uniform is free and provided on loan but you have to look after it. You do have to buy your own shoes for this uniform and MTP (greens) uniform and boots are not issued and need to be purchased. All uniform items loaned must be returned if you decide to leave the cadets.

Yes! Everyone is very friendly and you always feel welcome. As we’re all cadets we have loads in common.

You can go at least once a year but as some cadets focus on other activities sometimes you can fly much more frequently!