National Memorial Arboretum
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First visit and very very impressed. We attended a memorial and afternoon tea so didn't fully explore all of the areas. It has a well stocked cafe, and everywhere is very clean.
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A must visit place. Excellent 👌
Picnic area: Very clean 👌
Picnic area: Very clean 👌
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Visited on a class trip. We enjoyed an organised classroom based activity revolving around WW2. In the afternoon we had a tour of the site. The staff were very knowledgeable.
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A lovely place to visit
Well kept ground and lots of memorials
When we climbed the steps to the centre memorial the guide explained in good detail about the design and who qualified to have an entry on the wall
We also looked around the specific areas for each service
Well kept ground and lots of memorials
When we climbed the steps to the centre memorial the guide explained in good detail about the design and who qualified to have an entry on the wall
We also looked around the specific areas for each service
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Absolutely amazing place took the train around and will be back to do a more in depth visit
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Lovely place really friendly staff but also steeped in history expensive fod food but it was worth it
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Atmospheric, special, contemplative landscape conveying a powerful impression.
Breath taking design by landscape architects Fira
Although not a single tree in the arboretum was labelled, nor a guide to the range of trees
Outstanding visit
Breath taking design by landscape architects Fira
Although not a single tree in the arboretum was labelled, nor a guide to the range of trees
Outstanding visit
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Was a great day spent there very thoughtful and great way to give your thanks
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Absolutely amazing really enjoyed it
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Wonderful place to visit and magnificent memorial
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I didn't expect to be so moved. The exhibition is worth the visit alone, but the symbolism of the memorials is something else.
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What an amazing experience.
Very friendly, helpful, and knowledgeable staff .
Restrooms: Plenty of rest rooms dotted around.
Dog-friendliness: Obviously, there are restrictions as to where dogs can go, but we worked around that by going to view war memorials individually.
Our dog was very welcome in the cafe and coffee bar.
Very friendly, helpful, and knowledgeable staff .
Restrooms: Plenty of rest rooms dotted around.
Dog-friendliness: Obviously, there are restrictions as to where dogs can go, but we worked around that by going to view war memorials individually.
Our dog was very welcome in the cafe and coffee bar.
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A truly somber place.
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Not only is this a wonderful tribute to the many millions of people throughout history who have given their lives to the defence of our nation and our beliefs but it is run by some of the most caring and helpful people I have met.
From the moment we arrived needing 2 mobility scooters and a wheelchair, we were met with smiling faces and significant efforts to make the day memorable for my octogenarian family.
The fact that is free (excepting a small car parking charge) says everything you need to know.
So go, take the children to give them a sense of the good fortune bestowed upon them and spend money in the cafe (awesome cake!) to support this amazing piece of British heritage.
From the moment we arrived needing 2 mobility scooters and a wheelchair, we were met with smiling faces and significant efforts to make the day memorable for my octogenarian family.
The fact that is free (excepting a small car parking charge) says everything you need to know.
So go, take the children to give them a sense of the good fortune bestowed upon them and spend money in the cafe (awesome cake!) to support this amazing piece of British heritage.
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Visiting the Arboretum is something that we’ve wanted to do for years. Putting excuses aside we finally made the time / made the effort / took the opportunity to visit this beautiful memorial.
The whole Arboretum is vast. It seems that every branch / part of the military and civilian services that made sacrifices are thoughtfully represented. From the very grand to the very subtle - all of the memorials are meaningful, poignant and thoughtful. We found the whole site thought provoking. We found the central National Memorial and the Shot At Dawn the most moving.
There are guides walking about the site - providing information where it’s needed. They’re very discreet and helpful.
The grounds around the central memorial are starting to mature and they are kept as a natural woodland with footpaths between each memorial. Walking around is easy on the generally flat walkways. There are plenty of benches around. Many are set back away from footpaths allowing visitors to spend a few minutes of quiet away from other visitors.
Without sounding overly dramatic. Even if you have no relatives or friends that served, we all owe a debt to the people who helped us. The Arboretum is a very special place that allows everyone to think about the sacrifices made for us all. We were surprised how moved we both were by our visit.
The whole Arboretum is vast. It seems that every branch / part of the military and civilian services that made sacrifices are thoughtfully represented. From the very grand to the very subtle - all of the memorials are meaningful, poignant and thoughtful. We found the whole site thought provoking. We found the central National Memorial and the Shot At Dawn the most moving.
There are guides walking about the site - providing information where it’s needed. They’re very discreet and helpful.
The grounds around the central memorial are starting to mature and they are kept as a natural woodland with footpaths between each memorial. Walking around is easy on the generally flat walkways. There are plenty of benches around. Many are set back away from footpaths allowing visitors to spend a few minutes of quiet away from other visitors.
Without sounding overly dramatic. Even if you have no relatives or friends that served, we all owe a debt to the people who helped us. The Arboretum is a very special place that allows everyone to think about the sacrifices made for us all. We were surprised how moved we both were by our visit.
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It is a beautiful, calm place for remembrance, but so much to see, do, and learn. We have visited it twice now, but plan to return as there is so much to see. You can easily spend a day here. There is a good cafe/restaurant. It's free to enter but they appreciate donations, and parking was £6 for the day. The staff are very friendly and helpful too.
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Incredibly Humbling..
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Such a overwhelming place .beautiful relaxing emotional place
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A wonderful remembrance garden, with plenty of memorials and sculptures , the grounds are immaculately kept, there are plenty of seats about for quiet reflection or just to rest and enjoy the quietness. It’s an amazing place that really is thought provoking and you come away very humbled by the tremendous sacrifices made by so many ‘000s of people, the world over. We listened to a talk on the Japanese prisoners of war conducted by Paul, it was so interesting, and included a small tour of the grounds.
It’s just £6 to park all day and RBL ask for any donation, large or small to help with the upkeep. There is a great cafe & restaurant that is very reasonably priced to help support. The gift shop offers a variety of items with plenty of choice.
I don’t think a day is long enough to do the whole site justice, and I shall certainly return.
It’s just £6 to park all day and RBL ask for any donation, large or small to help with the upkeep. There is a great cafe & restaurant that is very reasonably priced to help support. The gift shop offers a variety of items with plenty of choice.
I don’t think a day is long enough to do the whole site justice, and I shall certainly return.
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A beautiful and well-kept memorial park honouring the armed forces, police, RNLI, and many others serving their country in times of conflict. The staff are from various backgrounds and are very knowledgeable and enthusiastic. A full day is needed to see it all. One of the Midlands best kept secrets that everyone should know about.
Playground: There is a play area part way round, near the river, which again is itself a memorial area.
Restrooms: Toilets are near the entrance and are very clean and modern.
Playground: There is a play area part way round, near the river, which again is itself a memorial area.
Restrooms: Toilets are near the entrance and are very clean and modern.
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Beautiful grounds and memorials
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A must visit if military or military retired
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Fantastic place to come. We came as a quick stop on our way south to see the stickman trail with our toddler. The whole site is very well kept, free to enter (parking is payable) and you could easily spend hours visiting all the memorials and paths throughout the site.
Highly recommended
Highly recommended
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Every memorial well thought out. Interesting talks. Lovely cafe. Very peaceful
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A fantastic place for remembrance
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