2026 will be remembered as a landmark year in the history of the Volunteer Cadet Corps, as the organisation completed its transition to a Charitable Incorporated Organisation (CIO) and laid the foundations for a stronger, more resilient future. While many cadets and volunteers may have noticed little change in their day-to-day activities, an enormous amount […]
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Historic Portsmouth plaque unveiled as Volunteer Cadet Corps celebrates 125 Portsmouth Guildhall plaque marks the VCC’s historic roots as Portsmouth100 continues and the inaugural National Cadets Week begins. Portsmouth, Monday 5 October 2026 – A piece of Portsmouth’s military and youth history has been permanently marked at the heart of the city, as the Volunteer Cadet […]
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Gosport Youth Citizen of the Year Recognised for Outstanding Service to the Volunteer Cadet Corps The Volunteer Cadet Corps is delighted to congratulate Zoë Malam on being named Gosport Youth Citizen of the Year 2026, recognising her exceptional commitment to volunteering, leadership and youth development. Zoë joined the Royal Marines Volunteer Cadet Corps Band Gosport […]
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Hundreds Attend Cadet Fest 2026 as Volunteer Cadet Corps Celebrates 125 Years The Volunteer Cadet Corps (VCC) welcomed hundreds of visitors to Portsmouth Historic Dockyard on Saturday for Cadet Fest 2026, a major public event celebrating the organisation’s 125th anniversary and showcasing the positive impact of the cadet experience on young people. Held within one […]
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Historic First as Volunteer Cadet Corps Conducts Ceremony of the Dues at the Tower of London The Volunteer Cadet Corps (VCC) made history on Tuesday 21 April 2026, becoming the first youth organisation ever to conduct the Ceremony of the Constable’s Dues at the Tower of London, as part of its 125th anniversary celebrations. The […]
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Volunteer Cadet Corps Marks 125th Anniversary in 2026 The Volunteer Cadet Corps (VCC), one of the United Kingdom’s oldest uniformed youth organisation, will proudly mark its 125th anniversary in 2026, celebrating more than a century of service, discipline and youth development. Founded on 14 February 1901 at the Mission Hall on Prince Albert Street, Portsmouth; […]
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Volunteer Cadet Corps Signs the Armed Forces Covenant aboard HMS Victory The Volunteer Cadet Corps (VCC) has today (10 Feb 2026) formally signed the Armed Forces Covenant, reaffirming its commitment to supporting the Armed Forces community and marking a significant milestone during its 125th anniversary year. The signing ceremony took place in the Great Cabin […]
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