National Memorial Arboretum
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It would have been 5 stars if it wasn't for the cafe.Stale scones,warm soggy chips and complaints were met with,'You can have a free coffee '
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A wonderful, peaceful place. Whether for remembrance, quiet reflection or just a nice walk.
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Lovely place, being that we lived here 20 years and not been it was delightful to go today. Volunteers so helpful and just a beautiful place to go.
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Amazing place to visit!
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Peaceful, humbling and thought provoking. As you might expect there are loads of individual memorials here to different areas of the armed services. Also memorials to lots of civilian services.
Far too many young lives commemorated but sadly that's the nature of conflict.
Visit if you can.
Far too many young lives commemorated but sadly that's the nature of conflict.
Visit if you can.
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Very humbling remembering who those who have, ar and will serve. Being a veteran it brought back great memories. Thank you
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I didn't realise the scale of the place you could easily spend all day there. It was eye opening the numbers that have been killed during battle. Top tip there is a computer by the cafe where you can look up family members I really should have done that first. I also wish I had taken the land train as even though it is flat (apart from the parts on the grass) the vast area it covers I didn't see it all due to mobility issues. They do have mobility scooters on site too. The cafe food was reasonably priced and portions were large. You can take friendly dogs but they must be on the lead and the cafe inside had dog friendly tables. Car parking was £6 but that was entry as well, cheaper if you prebook. Toilets were clean and disabled/accessable were large. Most importantly the staff were super friendly, knowledgeable and approachable.
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Had a lovely day out with the family
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It was lovely to see the hard work and effort that has gone into the making of the National Memorial Arboretum. The staff and volunteers around the museum were lovely and informative. Definitely return again soon.
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Very thought inducing place
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Beatiful and befitting those that paid the ultimate sacrifice. Spring is a beautiful time to visit. I/we especially enjoyed the info about the war with Japan in south east Asia and beyond.
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A beautiful and serene place to visit, with free entry. Well maintained and all staff were helpful and informative. Coffee shop was reasonably priced and well stocked.
Parts of the site were closed due to flooding, however, the parking fee was reduced to reflect this, which was great.
Parts of the site were closed due to flooding, however, the parking fee was reduced to reflect this, which was great.
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A peaceful experience,keep up the good work.
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Went on a land train ride around the site. The commentary was very informative and a good way to get a feel of the various memorials around the site.
Very helpful staff and volunteers on site.
Very helpful staff and volunteers on site.
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A beautiful place, very emotive. The different areas of remembrance are very well thought out. The volunteers and staff do a great job and look after all the visitors with great care. It has a lovely cafe and gift shop. Well worth a visit but make time to walk about as it is a big area 😊
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Had the most fantastic guided tour this afternoon. Our thanks to Keith who was our guide. His knowledge is quite extraordinary and his recall of facts and figures amazing. We also loved all the extra stories that Keith has acquired during his years as a volunteer. Keith took us to see every memorial that we enquired about plus many, many more. We found the experience.extremely emotional.
The cream tea at the end was an added bonus with superb scones. Cannot recommend the tour highly enough.
The cream tea at the end was an added bonus with superb scones. Cannot recommend the tour highly enough.
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Awesome as well as sombre and reflective, so many memorials to see and ponder over, plus so many organisations and groups were recognised for their sacrifice which we were not aware of. Will visit again in the summer when the ground is dry and solid so as to give more reflective and proper thanks to those who gave. Being dog friendly was great and in the restaurant as well.
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This was very nice and very sad,took my dad as he was a grenadier guard for his 80th birthday as he has always wanted to visit here,a very special place to visit.
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Brilliant place to remember those who died in the war and army, food really good definitely recommend
Restrooms: Restrooks big and very clean
Restrooms: Restrooks big and very clean
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Poignant and peaceful place. With ample parking and excellent clean facilities. There is a nice cafeteria with hot and cold beverages and plenty of seating. There are outdoor tables for those better days. You can easily spend hour's here wandering amongst the trees and memorials learning and reflecting as you go. There are lot's of hard surface paths, but to really get able you have to walk on grass, in the summer no problem. But in the winter appropriate footware is a must. It's right next to the river, so come prepared. A great day out that can be repeat numerous times before you have seen it all.
Parking is pay, but entry is free.
Parking is pay, but entry is free.
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Well worth the journey very well presented and informative it's a must
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What a moving experience this visit became…it started off in the Chapel to hear the last post… we then went to the Shot at Dawn talk by the fabulous Mick Byrne which was very interesting and thought provoking!
Our next visit was to the Prisoners of War Memorial Building where the lovely John Smith provided us with lots of facts about prisoners of war… we even saw the name of my husband’s uncle on the computerised register, which incredibly also gave us the location of his grave in Singapore! Again, a very emotional and thought provoking talk. The restaurant has a really good selection of snacks/ food and very reasonably priced! Every single member of staff we saw was helpful, polite and passionate about being involved in this centre. Every child should have a visit here as part of their education! We left feeling very emotional thinking about all the men women and children who gave their today, for our tomorrow!
Our next visit was to the Prisoners of War Memorial Building where the lovely John Smith provided us with lots of facts about prisoners of war… we even saw the name of my husband’s uncle on the computerised register, which incredibly also gave us the location of his grave in Singapore! Again, a very emotional and thought provoking talk. The restaurant has a really good selection of snacks/ food and very reasonably priced! Every single member of staff we saw was helpful, polite and passionate about being involved in this centre. Every child should have a visit here as part of their education! We left feeling very emotional thinking about all the men women and children who gave their today, for our tomorrow!
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As a memorial to the Armed Services and others who served and assisted, this is an ideal place for remembrance, conciliation and hope for the future. Lots of memorials to individual regiments, squadrons, divisions or branches. Individual messages and memorials can also be found amongst the trees. A truly thought provoking place.
Dog-friendliness: As long as the pup is on a short lead it's OK to be here.
Picnic area: Plenty of benches around the grounds to stop, contemplate, and have a little munch. No open fires or bbq allowed. Coffee shop and restaurant are good too.
Dog-friendliness: As long as the pup is on a short lead it's OK to be here.
Picnic area: Plenty of benches around the grounds to stop, contemplate, and have a little munch. No open fires or bbq allowed. Coffee shop and restaurant are good too.
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Thank you for your service lest we forget amazing place
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Although still maturing as a location, it's certainly worth a visit particularly if you have a personal or forces connection. Overall the site is well maintained and the memorials poignant. You have to hope that everyone attending does so with respect.
Dog-friendliness: Dogs are allowed.
Dog-friendliness: Dogs are allowed.
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