National Memorial Arboretum
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We took the tour and it was very moving. The on board narrative helped us to see most of the area. Our driver got out and spoke to USA along the way and more than once I had a tear in my eye.
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This is a nice restful place where you can spend some time communing with nature, and also remember our armed forces and what they have done for us. The pathways around the gardens and exhibits are well made, and there are plenty of staff to help you find your way, and options for golf carts to take you around if you are less mobile. The gardens are well kept, and the place is thoroughly modern. The restaurant was very nice, and there is a dog-friendly coffee shop on the premises too.
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This is 150 acres of reclaimed quarry which has been turned into a great space for memorials. The trees and planting provide lots of individual spaces for memorials. Especially liked the main mound, the shot at dawn memorial and the showman’s guild space. Too many to see in one day but lots of symbolism. Pity that some of the trees had died though. The staff were all very helpful and showed respect. Enjoyed the 10:55 service and explanation.
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I had wanted to visit here for some time but unfortunately hadn’t got round to it until the weekend. It was a beautiful sunny Sunday morning and perfect weather to walk outdoors. On arrival we were asked to pay £3 for parking but considering the exhibitions and gardens are all free £3 is absolutely nothing. The exhibitions inside were very insightful and thought provoking in their own brilliantly individual ways. After spending some time inside we grabbed coffees from the coffee shop and took off to the gardens to see the memorials and sculptures which were again all incredible... there’s so much to see! We were only here for a couple of hours but you could easily spend all day here wandering around. A very beautiful and poignant place.
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Visited here in July, totally over awed by the size of the place, over 350 memorials to everything imaginable. Very well laid out, pleasant and helpful staff, very clean and well kept. The train is well worth going on.
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it's very important for people to be able to visit from all ages. the best part which I enjoyed exploring is the Scouting memorial. I really like the northern Ireland memorial. All our group thought the grounds were well kept and very peaceful.
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I spent 5 hours there. Started with the land train to get an idea of the layout. There are lots of benches around the arboretum which I greatly appreciated. I had the jacket potato for lunch and enjoyed it. There's also a very nice gift shop.
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What a great place to visit so moving however. Don't go for the jacket potato at the restaurant it was feeble. £4.95 and we got a potato with a sprinkling of dry cheese on top and no salad (that would have been extra). I reckon the ingredients cost £0.50p sorry but it was poor.
Go and have a coffee in the coffee shop instead that was very good.
Go and have a coffee in the coffee shop instead that was very good.
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What a amazing place. From the wonderful volunteers to the moving tributes to the fallen. What a well looked after place and grounds. Definitely should visit to honour the people who gave their today for our tomorrow. We rented a room for a meeting and were well looked after, great venue. Will be visiting again soon.
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A stunning memorial to the armed forces- done with reverence and class. The centrepiece memorial to those dying since 1947 (with over 16k names) is particularly sobering. The gardens are beautiful and the cleanliness unsurpassed. Lots of volunteers on hand giving wonderful insight. The land train is £6 and worth it and covers 70% of the huge estate. We gave a voluntary donation- it’s free but this place deserves all donations. Just fabulous.
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Visited this on the way to another location with the intention of having a short break and lunch. What an amazing place some wonderful memorials to many different groups. Well done . Peaceful , thoughtful and such an excellent experience. The cafe too serves great food at reasonable prices and they have a good Gluten free range too. Our one hour break became two and a half hour visit and then we made plans to return again and soon.
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Thank you so much for your help today. A wonderful man searched for Grandads ship the HMS Consort and found where the memorial was for us. It was emotional to see it and it meant so much to be able to take photos for Nan xxx Food was lovely and cream tea amazing. Thank you all
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6 of us visited the National Memorial Arboretum, and decided to stay for lunch. It was a good choice as the good was really delicious and reasonably priced. The meat dishes did not skimp on the meat, and portions were generous. Well worth a try if you're visiting.
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This is one place that everybody has to visit at least once in their lifetime. Beautifully peaceful with some amazing monuments. Cafe and shop are on the expensive side so take a picnic and find a quiet spot and enjoy the peace and quiet.
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The NMA is a wonderful place to visit in any season. The extensive grounds offer space for reflection and house memorials to many different groups, as well as our armed forces. Access is good, volunteers are hugely knowledgeable and welcoming and the cafeteria offers great food. The NMA also hosts a calendar of events through the year - well worth checking out.
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We so enjoyed our visit to this beautiful peaceful place , we were so impressed with the number of memorials and the tranquil settings for all of them ,which clearly displays so much respect . There is a land train which takes visitors unable to manage too much walking ,round a lot of the 55 acre site . The Central raised Memorial is very impressive and thought provoking . The Staff were all very helpful and informative , there is a lovely dining area with hot and cold food , with seating either in or outside . We recommend a visit to this lovely place .
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We took my in-laws, I didn't think I'd enjoy it. But I was pleasantly surprised, it was very emotional but not at all solemn. It as peaceful.and tranquil. It took us a full day to see everything but there is a land train at a small cost and there are manned buggys. The memorials are beautiful. The service held daily at 10:50am was lovely too. I'd definately reccomend it. The shop is expensive but all the money made goes back into the Arboretum so we didn't mind paying the extra.
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Visited on a Saturday afternoon, not to busy and plenty of park (£3). We decided to take the little train around (£6). This takes you around alot of the site but may of the memorials are hidden behind trees and you are not able to get off. So we needed to walk back around the entire route to see everything. Plus there was a large part the train did not go at the far end of the site. Cafe was very good and not expensive considering. But you are able to bring a packed lunch and sit outside.
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Sadly we only had an hour to spend here on our way home from a wonderful few days in Shropshire. I certainly hadn’t anticipated such an emotional experience and could have spent the whole day here absorbing the tranquillity and beauty of the place. The chapel provides a peaceful place for thought and reflection .
On another note our heartfelt thanks go to Natalie who went to a lot of trouble to find and return to us our old faithful old flask which we abandoned I know not where !
On another note our heartfelt thanks go to Natalie who went to a lot of trouble to find and return to us our old faithful old flask which we abandoned I know not where !
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We go a couple of times a year. There is a lot to see, space for a good walk, disabled access and a land train, excellent cafe and gift shop. The memorial wall is stunning, the landscaping and trees planting is becoming nicely established, the Burmese railway exhibition and shot at dawn memorial are both very moving. As are many other memorials. It's also a sculpture park, it has memorial gardens where you can just sit and interesting bird life along the river. All for the price of parking.
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A beautifully laid out area. So much to see. I took the 45 minute train ride with commentary which is the ideal way to start (£6.00) per person. Everything is well posted and the grounds well maintained.
There were several school groups there but they were all well behaved. There are two coffee shops which was great. Parking plentiful and only costs £3.00 for the day.
There is no charge for admission.
There were several school groups there but they were all well behaved. There are two coffee shops which was great. Parking plentiful and only costs £3.00 for the day.
There is no charge for admission.
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This was our fourth visit and will not be the last. Vastly improved car parking and at £3 for the day you can not loose.
Main building has been changed for the better and choice of refreshments at a very reasonable cost not to be missed.
Make sure you give your self a full day to explore this very poniant sight.
Staff and volunteers can not be more helpful and full of knowledge.
Main building has been changed for the better and choice of refreshments at a very reasonable cost not to be missed.
Make sure you give your self a full day to explore this very poniant sight.
Staff and volunteers can not be more helpful and full of knowledge.
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Visited the NMA recently, its not the first time that I have been and its thought provoking, inspirational and educational. The grounds are immaculately presented with easy access to all memorials. The staff who are mostly volunteers are happy to help, and are passionate with their knowledge. The facilities are again excellent with good places to eat and drink at very reasonable prices. Thanks for an amazing day
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I wasn't sure what to expect when our friends took us here. There were trees but the monuments were stunning. Remembering so much sacrifice was just humbling.
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We have been wanting to go here for such a long time but never got round to it, today was the day. It’s a massive place to walk around, it’s absolutely beautiful too & so sad at the same time. We paid £3 to park & that is for all day. It’s also free to get in, although there are guided tours which you can pay for. There’s loads of places to sit & rest. There’s a cafe & restaurant. All in all we will go back as there’s such a lot to see. I would definitely recommend this place to everyone, young & old.
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