Mountain Leader Training Cadre, military unit
The Mountain Leader Training Cadre is a Royal Marines training unit in Lympstone, England, that teaches soldiers mountain and arctic tactics. The instruction covers rock climbing, ice climbing, cold weather survival, and movement techniques across difficult terrain.
The unit began in the 1950s as the Cliff Assault Wing of the Royal Marines, initially focused on rock climbing and cliff operations. It was later renamed the Mountain and Arctic Warfare Cadre and gained international recognition during the 1982 Falklands War for its role in difficult terrain operations.
The training facility is located in Lympstone and features outdoor grounds designed for exercises under realistic conditions. Visitors should be aware the area experiences rough weather and demanding terrain, providing authentic conditions for training activities.
The unit ceased public demonstrations and shows after a fatal accident during a New York display in 1960, shifting focus toward operational training rather than public exhibition. This pivotal moment reshaped how the cadre approached its mission and public visibility.
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