1 NI ACF

08/09/2026

29/08/2026

💂 Mini Micks Donation from Irish Guards Association Ulster Branch 💂‍♂️

A fantastic day at Edenmore Golf and Country Club for the Mini Micks from B Company, 1st Northern Ireland Battalion, who were delighted and honoured to attend the Irish Guards Association Ulster Branch Charity Golf Event.

Our cadets also had the privilege of accepting a very special donation on behalf of all Mini Micks Cadets across Northern Ireland. The generous donation will sponsor Northern Ireland Mini Mick teams who are successful in the annual National Mini Micks Competition, held each October, giving them the opportunity to travel to the Battalion and celebrate their achievement.

The donation will also support the recognition and reward of our Irish Guards Cadets who achieve outstanding results and demonstrate exceptional commitment throughout their Cadet journey.

The event gave our young cadets a fantastic opportunity to meet veterans, serving members, supporters and friends of the Irish Guards family, while hearing stories and learning more about the proud history, traditions and values of the Regiment.

A huge thank you to the Irish Guards Association Ulster Branch for their warm welcome, generosity and continued support. Their kindness will make a real difference to our cadets and help create lasting memories throughout their cadet journey.

A truly memorable day and a wonderful example of the Irish Guards family supporting the next generation.

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22/08/2026

🏔️ West Highland Way… COMPLETE! 🥾

Starting in Kinlochleven, we made our way through the Larig Mor to the finish line in Fort William.

🦟 Midge fest — there were those who could manage them and those who absolutely couldn’t! Thank goodness for midge nets! 😂

A very proud moment as we were piped through Fort William by our very own Cadet before crossing the finish line. 🎶🏴

And, of course, we proudly posed beside the man with the sore feet for our celebratory photos! 📸😂

A huge well done to all our Cadets and adults who completed the challenge. You should be immensely proud of yourselves — we certainly are! 💪👏

A massive thank you to all our Mountain Leaders. You really are amazing! Thank you for your encouragement, expertise and determination in getting everyone safely across that finish line. You are inspiring the next generation and showing them what can be achieved with teamwork, resilience and a little bit of determination. ❤️

What an adventure, what a challenge, and what an achievement! 💪⛰️

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22/08/2026

Day 5… West Highland Way 🥾🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

The penultimate day of our Scottish adventure and we took on the mighty Devil’s Staircase before descending the long winding track into Kinlochleven.

Amazing views across Glencoe and the Mamores — Scotland has certainly delivered! And we even got some Scottish summer sunshine ☀️

We’ve now really got into the swing of multi-day walking, and today’s slightly shorter day was completed with ease. Blue skies and sunny weather definitely helped!

Now it’s full steam ahead for tomorrow — our longest day yet, 16 miles and 700m ascent will be embraced with the same spirit as everyday of the walk so far as we head for the finish line in Fort William. 💪

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20/08/2026

Day 4 — West Highland Way 🥾🏴

Thankfully, the waterproofs stayed safely tucked away in the rucksack for most of the day! ☀️

Today we started in Bridge of Orchy before crossing the remote and rugged Rannoch Moor and dropping down towards the Glencoe Ski Centre. And what a reward awaited us — incredible views of Buachaille Etive Mòr.

Scotland at its absolute finest! 🏔️

Another big day in the legs, covering 19km. Tired legs, sore feet and a few blisters... but we are proud of all our achievements so far! 💪🥾

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20/08/2026

West Highland Way – Day 3 🥾🌧️
The toughest day so far — both technical walking terrain and challenging weather conditions.

The heavy rain didn’t dampen our spirits, but our feet are now definitely feeling the miles! 🥾😅

A foot care clinic and a much-needed stretch session delivered by adult instructors helped us recover and get ready for the next stage.

The drying room is fully packed... dry shoes again in the morning! 💪

Tired, sore, wet… but still smiling! 💪🌧️⛰️

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19/08/2026

Day 2… West Highland Way 🥾🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

Drymen ➡️ Conic Hill ➡️ Balmaha ➡️ the shores of Loch Lomond.

The challenge continues! Day 2 brought our first real bit of uphill as we tackled the slopes of Conic Hill. The heavens opened just in time for lunch, so unfortunately it was a rather wet refuelling stop! 🌧️🥪 But keeping the energy levels up is all part of the challenge.

A descent into Balmaha followed, with the clouds finally lifting, rewarding us with some amazing views stretching all the way up Loch Lomond. 🏔️💙

Another day done, another step closer! 💪🥾

Army Cadets UK ACCT UK The Ulysses Trust

18/08/2026

Day 1 on the West Highland Way! 🥾🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿
Starting at Milngavie, we were all set to embark on our adventure. Spirits were high, the excitement was building, and thankfully, we were prepared for the Scottish weather… 🌧️😂
A day of mostly rain, stunning scenery when we could see it but most of all plenty of laughs — and the first steps of an incredible journey!
The cadets were introduced to the theory of Type 1 and Type 2 Fun! 🥾😄
Type 1 fun is the kind you enjoy in the moment, while Type 2 fun is the kind you appreciate afterwards — usually once the aches, tired legs and challenging weather have passed! Something we are all keeping in our minds when the sore feet begin!
A great way for the cadets to think about the challenges and rewards that come with adventure and outdoor activities.
When we dry our kit... Bring on Day 2! 💪🥾
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18/08/2026

🥾 EX West Highland Way – The Adventure Has Started!

The 1st Battalion ACF are officially on the move! 💪🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿
After months of planning, preparations and training walks we have stepped out on the West Highland Way.
Bring on the West Highland Way! ⛰️

To make the possible we thank ACCT and The Ulysses Trust.
Keep an eye out for updates as we continue the journey.

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