Young fans of aviation, action and adventure have been invited to try their hand at being an RAF cadet.

Open to people aged between 12 and 17, the Chigwell Air Cadets are holding their recruitment evening this Thursday (July 9).

Based in Squirrels Lane, Buckhurst Hill, the squadron is one of 1,000 from around the country and offers activities including sports, first aid training and gliding.

The group meets every Monday and Thursday between 7pm and 9.30pm.

For more information, phone 020 8505 3353 or visit the squadron’s website.