Exercise Cambrian Patrol: A Test of Endurance
The Welsh landscape played host to the challenging 40-mile Exercise Cambrian Patrol, where over 1,000 troops participated.
Near Glynneath, the beautiful Henrhyd Falls was a notable landmark, but the arrival of Storm Amy brought torrential rain, making the conditions even more brutal.
“the first time I’ve experienced horizontal rain”
Officer Cadet Zara Pollock of the East Midlands University Officer Training Corps (UOTC) described the conditions, yet her team managed to secure a bronze medal.
- 109 teams took part
- 20 gold medals awarded
- 54 silver medals awarded
- 22 bronze medals awarded
- 8 completion certificates awarded
- 5 patrols unable to finish
Author's summary: Soldiers face a 40-mile challenge in Wales.