National Memorial Arboretum
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It's not called the National Memorial Arboretum for nothing. There is a lot to see here. The volunteers are helpful and well informed. Even if you don't attend one of the scheduled talks (do though, if you can) it's well worth talking to the volunteer guides who are more than willing to tell you more about any aspect of the site.
All day certainly isn't enough to take it all in but we did attend the remembrance in the chapel at 11am, saw the two flypasts and took in the new field of remembrance following the service of dedication which took place this morning.
All day certainly isn't enough to take it all in but we did attend the remembrance in the chapel at 11am, saw the two flypasts and took in the new field of remembrance following the service of dedication which took place this morning.
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Wonderful peaceful arboretum with a sobering mass of stories. Not to be missed!
Playground: Small woods play area near the river Trent
Restrooms: Lots of toilet facilities
Dog-friendliness: Dogs allowed throughout.
Picnic area: So many benches!
Playground: Small woods play area near the river Trent
Restrooms: Lots of toilet facilities
Dog-friendliness: Dogs allowed throughout.
Picnic area: So many benches!
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Stunning grounds, memorials and exhibitions. Try the sweet potato soup in the restaurant- delish! There's also a train that will take you on a tour of the grounds and memorials.
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A humbling experience. Very helpful staff.
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I've been to the NMA on numerous occasions in the past, but this was my first time attending Ride to the Wall (RTTW). I am a member of the Stafford Military Wives Choir and had the absolute privilege and pleasure of being a part of this performing in Heroes Square. So many people, so many bikes and so many special memories in one incredible place. The actual service on the steps is both heartbreaking and breathtaking at the same time. Please visit just once to pay your respects and to soak in the atmosphere of this wonderful place
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Restrooms: Facilities good for disabled people. Cafe helpful and food OK. It is not a place for a playground it us our National Memorial for those that gave their lives for us and reflects that mood. L
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Fabulous place and well worth the visit, we will be returning to see everything we missed! An amazing tribute to the armed forces!
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So much to see here. The scenery is stunning and the exhibits are humbling. It is so worth a visit - summer or winter it's fantastic. We'll definitely visit again. There are also events scheduled (remembrance and Christmas at the moment). Having family members serving and retired members of the armed forces I love this place.
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What an amazing yet moving place. We called here on the way home from a short break in Stafford. I found several memorials to my father's Polish Army which was interesting. The Shot at Dawn memorial was very poignant as some of those shot were only children, not that anyone should have been shot anyway. Lots of memorials to see although it was rather soggy walking to some of them due to the recent floods. There is a land train for the less able, although £7.50 is a little steep if you have a family, but then again admission to the Arboretum is free. There is a cafe selling great food, reasonably priced. You do need a full day to see everything
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The National Arboretum is a beautiful memorial to all who gave their lives in conflict. You feel a real sense of calm here, and it allows people to be educated and pay their respects in a wonderfully kept space. I will definitely return.
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Beautiful and child friendly.
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A wonderful place to visit, it can be a very emotional. You definitely need a couple of days to see it all.
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Amazing place! Beautiful setting with many memorials celebrating the armed forces and civilian services who fought in numerous wars. Quite touching to know these brave men and women gave their lives for us!
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A beautiful place to visit.
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An amazing place with hundreds of memorials to different organisations not just army, navy and Air force. Excellent cafe and reasonably priced fift shop. Helpful staff and worth paying for the land train to see 75% of the monuments
Restrooms: Clean toilets
Restrooms: Clean toilets
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Lovely place to visit peaceful
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Unfortunately the earlier storm had caused parts to be flooded, but I was not planning a long stay, as I called in on my journey home from Yorkshire.
Beautifully and respectfully laid out.
I found the main section particularly moving, especially the break in the walls to allow the shaft of sunlight to shine through on the eleventh hour of the eleventh day of the eleventh month.
The staff were all very helpful and friendly.
I had a brilliant lunch there as well to fuel me up for the second half of my journey home. Delicious food and great value.
I will return, hopefully in better weather conditions to spend more time exploring and reflecting.
I highly recommend a visit
Beautifully and respectfully laid out.
I found the main section particularly moving, especially the break in the walls to allow the shaft of sunlight to shine through on the eleventh hour of the eleventh day of the eleventh month.
The staff were all very helpful and friendly.
I had a brilliant lunch there as well to fuel me up for the second half of my journey home. Delicious food and great value.
I will return, hopefully in better weather conditions to spend more time exploring and reflecting.
I highly recommend a visit
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A wonderful visit again. Something different to see everytime we visit
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Tranquil at is best well worth a visit
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Making my annual pilgrimage to the NMA for RTTW 2023.
A place of remembrance and respect for those who gave everything. I can't adequately describe this place - you have to visit to fully appreciate this wonderful place
Paying my respects to the Fallen so thier memory never fades
A place of remembrance and respect for those who gave everything. I can't adequately describe this place - you have to visit to fully appreciate this wonderful place
Paying my respects to the Fallen so thier memory never fades
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Very wet under foot following the recent rain but still a lovely place to.visit
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Exceptionally clean and rubbish free
Sobering place to visit.
So much history to read about our armed forces and sacrifices made
Brilliant memorials
Sobering place to visit.
So much history to read about our armed forces and sacrifices made
Brilliant memorials
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Great place to visit with nice restaurant and coffee shop
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Great place to visit even in constant rain.. There is such a vast indoor area that is interesting one doesn't need to go outside.. Cafe has lovely food..
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We were fortunate with the weather. However, the staff were very pleasant and helpful the restaurant well placed in terms of the range of food on offer and price. Very peaceful. I would go back.
Restrooms: Clean and well presented.
Restrooms: Clean and well presented.
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