Bedfordshire & Cambridgeshire Wing hosted its prestigious annual awards evening at the Officers Mess at Royal Air Force Wyton on the evening of December 4, 2024. The event celebrated the achievements and dedication of the Cadet Force Adult Volunteers who have demonstrated exceptional commitment to the Wing throughout the year.
The evening was marked by the presentation of awards to deserving individuals in recognition of their service. The distinguished guests in attendance included Mrs. Julie Spence OBE CStJ QPM, Lord Lieutenant of Cambridgeshire, and Colonel Leona Barr-Jones VR, Chief Executive of East Anglia RFCA, who took part in the ceremony to present the awards.
Following the awards ceremony, attendees had the opportunity to enjoy an evening of camaraderie, with refreshments and mince pies, creating a warm and festive atmosphere for all present.
The Wing would like to extend its congratulations to all of the Honours & Awards recipients, acknowledging their outstanding contributions and commitment to the development of young people and the success of the Wing.
Honours & Awards recipients
Cadet Forces Medal:
Flt Lt Griffiths
Flt Lt Blackshaw
WO Jestice
WO Laker-Warner
WO Trace
Cadet Forces Medal 3rd Clasp:
Sqn Ldr Burnham
Flt Lt Norton
Cadet Forces Medal 4th Clasp:
Sqn Ldr Tanner
Kings Coronation Medal:
Ms Georgina Pescod (Former Cadet)
Ms Tegan Dodimead (Former Cadet)
Wg Cdr Bradshaw
Sqn Ldr Hicks
Sqn Ldr Burnham
Sqn Ldr Dolton
Sqn Ldr Bierton
WO Tye
Lord Lieutenant Certification of Meritorious Service:
Mrs Lynn Pilsworth
Commandant’s Certificate of Good Service:
Mr Fraser Clapham
12 Year Long Service Certificate:
Mr Graeme Grimwood
Mrs Catherine Grimwood
DofE Long Service Award:
Sqn Ldr Bierton
