£2.1M Cadet Hub Unites Army and RAF in Northampton

A new cadet "super centre" is under construction in Northampton, with building work commencing on Clare Street. This ambitious £2.1 million project will consolidate seven Army and RAF detachments into a single, state-of-the-art facility.

Expected to open later this year, the centre will offer modern amenities for hundreds of cadets and adult volunteers. This initiative directly supports the government's objective to achieve a 30% growth in cadet force numbers by 2030, as detailed in the Strategic Defence Review.

Col Alex Calver hailed the site as a "flagship facility for the East Midlands," anticipating it will serve as a significant source of inspiration for cadet forces. The plans include extensive training areas, offices, and storage, alongside sustainable energy solutions like solar panels.