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Moreton Hall CCF’s Year of Growth and Achievement
Marching Forward

The Moreton Hall contingent continues to go from strength to strength,
providing a dynamic and enriching experience. One of the most significant
developments over the past year has been the strengthening of the partnership
between Moreton Hall and St Martin’s School. This collaboration enriches the
experience for all cadets and promotes inclusivity and shared values between
the two schools.

Cadets have taken part in a varied programme with a visit to the RAF Museum at Cosford,
of weekly training, covering fieldcraft, first aid, offering insight into Britain’s aviation history.
navigation, and drill. These are complemented
by overnight exercises that allow cadets to apply The annual summer camp is the highlight of the
their training in challenging scenarios, fostering year. This time, cadets headed to Altcar Training
self-reliance and camaraderie. Camp near Liverpool. The six-day camp balanced
challenge and fun. Cadets tackled the obstacle
On Remembrance Sunday, cadets proudly course, tested first aid skills in multi-casualty
participated in local Acts of Remembrance in scenarios, and honed radio and communication
Selattyn and Weston Rhyn, marched in the abilities. For many, the highlight was the blank-
parade, and attended the service in St Martins. firing exercises, involving scenarios from vehicle
Their visible and respectful involvement is checkpoints and rampaging zombies to a platoon-
especially appreciated by the local community strength village attack. These tested leadership,
and underscores our commitment to service and determination, and weapon skills. A day on the
civic responsibility. live ranges included competition shoots, with ten
cadets earning Marksman awards. Mid-week, a
In June, Year 8 recruits took part in a two-day welcome change of pace brought water-based
field exercise at Nesscliffe Training Area, marking activities in Liverpool docks and a visit to the
a key milestone in their cadet journey. This tested Liverpool Museum.
the fieldcraft skills they developed throughout
the year. Cadets lived in the field, carried out a The contingent excelled in teamwork, discipline,
reconnaissance patrol, joined a close-quarters military skills, determination, and fitness, earning
battle (CQB) activity using paintball, and the trophy for Best Overall Contingent on Camp—
undertook a stalking exercise. The trip concluded for the third consecutive year.

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