THE Malvern unit of the Maritime Cadets is starting 2019 by launching a recruiting drive for both cadets and staff.

The unit meets every Thursday at St Marys Church Hall in Madresfield Road between 7pm and 9pm.

Both male and female cadets aged 11 years and above are welcome. Potential staff need to be 18 years and older and full training is given in a variety of subjects.

Among the activities the unit enjoys are kayaking, shooting, field craft, computer skills and power-boating.

There is an open night being held at the hall on Thursday, January 24, when potential cadets and their parents can come and see what the unit has to offer.