National Memorial Arboretum
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Great place to visit for all the family
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Superb, if a little waterlogged.
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A beautiful solemn place. With very helpful friendly staff.
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It was interesting, shame that it was partially flooded would be nice to see it on a sunny day
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There's nothing not to like about this gorgeous place
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I had visited here a couple of years ago but only saw memorials close to the centre as I had a limited time. This time I wanted to see all the memorials, but due to heavy rainfall the week before some of the paths and grass around the memorials were very waterlogged, but I had been warned about this by one of the volunteers, but I still managed to walk around for 3 to 4 hours. The volunteers are very knowledgeable and one lady was very interesting as she has been helping since before the site officially opened. I had to park in an overflow car park, but you never see crowds of people. The restaurant always has plenty of space too and the food 1s excellent value, just over £8 for a hot meal, which I needed on my visit.
The one thing that I do think is required are more signposts of where you are around the site. The first time I visited I wanted to see specific memorials for my parents, and you can find out where they are situated on the computer in the centre, but once you get outside there is no indications of where things are. I know they don't want huge signposts everywhere, but I did have trouble finding things and the very simple map they give you at reception doesn't give you much help, you end up having to buy the book about the memorials to actually find out where you are, especially with the memorials that aren't on main paths. I did email the NMA about this last time and they never actually replied to me, which was a bit disappointing
The one thing that I do think is required are more signposts of where you are around the site. The first time I visited I wanted to see specific memorials for my parents, and you can find out where they are situated on the computer in the centre, but once you get outside there is no indications of where things are. I know they don't want huge signposts everywhere, but I did have trouble finding things and the very simple map they give you at reception doesn't give you much help, you end up having to buy the book about the memorials to actually find out where you are, especially with the memorials that aren't on main paths. I did email the NMA about this last time and they never actually replied to me, which was a bit disappointing
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The NMA covers a large area and is a tremendous, fitting tribute to all the men, women and animals who have served their country. Allow a full day to really appreciate the memorials, gardens & woodland areas. It cost us £3 to park the car and entry is free although a donation is of course welcome. There are plenty of volunteers to give guidance and they are keen to assist if you are looking for a particular memorial. The NMA is wonderful in more ways than one. Main paths are excellent although on a wet day, smaller woodland paths could be a help so as not to churn up the grass access to some memorials off the main routes. Cafe, shop & visitor centre are all good. A privilege to visit & honour those who gave their today for our tomorrow.
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A fantastic place to remember our fallen heroes, every time we have visited their is something new to respect and appreciate.
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There on Remembrance Sunday - very emotional for someone whose father suffered greatly during and after the WW2 and his father died at Arras in WW1. This is an amazing place.
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Beautiful, thought provoking, inspiring place.
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An amazing place to remember the lost and brave people and loyal animals.<br>And not just british all the other service people etc from around the world.
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Fantastic Remembrance Service in beautiful surroundings
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Very thought provoking. Sadly, some parts of the Arboretum flooded.
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Very good service credit to the fallen
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Very moving tributes to our arm forces. A must see.
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Simply awesome
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Fitting memorials for those who served and the wider community
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I came here by myself in September 2019, with no expectations. Parking was easy, £3 cash and it’s free to enter, however a donation is of course welcome.
Entrance is easy with a help desk, gift shop, exhibition space, toilets and a large cafe area.
The memorials are incredible, the land area of the arboretum is not to be under estimated and is certainly a decent walk for the day, with many hours spent looking at them all.
Help is on hand from staff and a land train should mobility be an issue.
The whole site was immaculate, well looked after and a true dedication to those who served and are currently serving.
I then once again attended again today with my partner, who is currently serving in the Royal Navy. We went for the remembrance service and we so impressed with the event. It was an honour to be in the presence of so many veterans and to be able to pay our respects.
As a side note, the cafe is good with lots of options, good coffee and tasty cake.
Entrance is easy with a help desk, gift shop, exhibition space, toilets and a large cafe area.
The memorials are incredible, the land area of the arboretum is not to be under estimated and is certainly a decent walk for the day, with many hours spent looking at them all.
Help is on hand from staff and a land train should mobility be an issue.
The whole site was immaculate, well looked after and a true dedication to those who served and are currently serving.
I then once again attended again today with my partner, who is currently serving in the Royal Navy. We went for the remembrance service and we so impressed with the event. It was an honour to be in the presence of so many veterans and to be able to pay our respects.
As a side note, the cafe is good with lots of options, good coffee and tasty cake.
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Visited here the week before local schools half term in October, so not overly busy. It's free to enter relying on donations, which we duly gave.
The day of our visit, was the launch of this year's Poppy Appeal and they had a wonderful exhibit that meant the autumn flowers projected on the floor turned into poppies when you walked through them - great fun for young and old alike.
We'd arrived at lunchtime so dined in the restaurant and had soup with fresh bread. Butternut squash and sweet potato for myself and Gran (83), leek and potato for Mister and daughter had a cheese sandwich. The soup was filling but we'd spotted some fresh scones so had them for dessert. All the food tasted homemade, delicious and was reasonably priced along with the hot drinks.
We only saw a fraction of the site during our 3 hour visit which beautifully landscaped and well maintained, so we will definitely revisit.
There is a children's play area but on this day, we followed the Stickman Trail with our 6 year old and we walked over a mile soaking up the peaceful atmosphere and different memorials including the spectacular Armed Forces memorial to the brave fallen and simpler ones to beloved civilians young and old.
A reminder that this a national place for remembrance not just on 11 November but everyday always...
The day of our visit, was the launch of this year's Poppy Appeal and they had a wonderful exhibit that meant the autumn flowers projected on the floor turned into poppies when you walked through them - great fun for young and old alike.
We'd arrived at lunchtime so dined in the restaurant and had soup with fresh bread. Butternut squash and sweet potato for myself and Gran (83), leek and potato for Mister and daughter had a cheese sandwich. The soup was filling but we'd spotted some fresh scones so had them for dessert. All the food tasted homemade, delicious and was reasonably priced along with the hot drinks.
We only saw a fraction of the site during our 3 hour visit which beautifully landscaped and well maintained, so we will definitely revisit.
There is a children's play area but on this day, we followed the Stickman Trail with our 6 year old and we walked over a mile soaking up the peaceful atmosphere and different memorials including the spectacular Armed Forces memorial to the brave fallen and simpler ones to beloved civilians young and old.
A reminder that this a national place for remembrance not just on 11 November but everyday always...
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Well worth the visit if you have not been there.
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Very emotional place , everyone should go at least once
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Somewhere you can go with peace and quiet and give respect to our fallen heroes
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Beautiful day to rake a walk and remember the many heroes of our country
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Very interesting
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I have been here 4 times but I am still finding more. This time we The Royal Naval Guild of Bellringers had the train tour on Sunday at the end of this years Trafalgar ringing outing.
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