National Memorial Arboretum
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Visited friends who live near the Arboretum, they suggested our visit. A beautiful day for weather. We had no idea it was so large and could have done with a lot more time. Beautifully kept and so serene and peaceful. It was surprising to find how many serving forces personnel have died on active service since the end of the second world war.
We will visit again in the future when we are able to spend more time.Not to be missed
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We will visit again in the future when we are able to spend more time.Not to be missed
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This visit was overwhelming. We visited over 2 day period and still came away not seeing all of the Arboretum. My daughter learnt alot and felt this place other teenagers would benefit from visiting. We found memorials which we didn't expect to find. We went when in wet weather. The sight does flood so make sure you are dressed appropriately since the area is bigger than we ever expected and was told of plans to expand further. The moving part for us was seeing and find friends names on the Walls. We went with my father who also found names of those he lost in service. Dogs are welcome. Also there is transport as means of a train if needed. Also mobility scooters on site.
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Totally moving place to visit and reflectand thank those who gave their life’s so that we may have our freedom
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Had a land train ride around with good commentary throughout the ride, very friendly staff, sadly weather not great but still enjoyed the visit
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We spent most of a day here, first a ride on the land train to get our bearings, then just walking around looking at some of the many excellent memorials. Particularly interested in the Maritime Artillery memorial of a Bofor Gun. This little known branch of the services provided Army crews to man the guns mounted on Merchant ships on convoy duty.
Not a single piece of litter to be seen anywhere, and the grounds beautifully kept.
The only let down was the lunch we had in the cafe, it was all good quality food, but only just lukewarm,and that at a busy lunchtime.
Not a single piece of litter to be seen anywhere, and the grounds beautifully kept.
The only let down was the lunch we had in the cafe, it was all good quality food, but only just lukewarm,and that at a busy lunchtime.
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Greeted at way in by volunteer who explains about the place. Free to go in and although they ask for donations, no pressure to give. A wide variety of memorials and types. Lovely well kept large open spaces. It says on the website about picnic areas, but I wasn't sure where to go so asked a volunteer who said you could use any of the benches. I thought they might not like that as it seemed a little disrespectful, but they said it was fine. It was a bit cold though. We had a drink and cake in the restaurant. Bit pricey, but nice. We went on the land train (£6 each). Well worth doing to get to see most of it, with a recorded commentary, especially if you are not that mobile. Nice shop as well.
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What a day we had! The parking was easy, knowledgable people on duty when we arrived, smashing coffee shop and cafe. The land train was the best we have been on - simply because the driver slowed down or even stopped when there was something to see and the memorials were so moving to admire.
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Excellent talk by Dr Kate Vigurs about these brave women, their training and what became of them. These women were mainly from ordinary backgrounds who were chosen to be agents helping the resistance networks, acting as radio operators and couriers. They were able to move around less obviously than men in occupied France. An inspiring remembrance and very fitting to hear their story at the Arboretum.
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Wow just amazing, well looked after and so many other professions remembered such as post office, fire brigade. Great cafe and shop.
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Everywhere was superb, the parking the welcome, the coffee shop, the land train. we did the lot and it was well worth it and a very moving experience
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Stunning landscape interspersed with gardens trees and informative memorials from everywhere...all wars all ages all regiments all services all backup including services I never knew existed. Informative and poignant with a stunning centrepiece. We went on a gorgeous day and had food with us. There are benches everywhere to stop relax and take it all in. Every name of everyone who died in war is listed by date on walls in the central plateau. My partner found some friends names and we said a prayer. Was very moving. Personal tributes everywhere bring it all home.
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We first went on the road train as it is a big site, during the tour we were given up to date information on the memorials we passed by via recorded message (this is ideal for those having difficulty in walking etc). There are places where the train stops and you can get off but then make your own way around the site - the train runs every half hour or so. We then walked the site taking in more information and observing the dedicated memorials to our fallen from all services not only the military. We stayed over 6hrs and could have stayed longer so plan a day out rather than an hour or so when visiting here - well worth the visit
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A superb day at this awe inspiring venue. Loads to see, take the land train to get your bearings then walk around and take a good look at the memorials and the sacrifices that were made on our behalf. Truly wonderful. £3.00 car parking (all day) and its free to get in but the land train is extra.
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What a lovely day to the arboretum. Lots of info available on website before the trip. On arrival, well signed and plenty of car parking. Friendly and helpful greeting from all the staff we came in contact with. We booked the land train to have an initial tour around the grounds, then planning our walk from that. It was £6 each adult and i would say definitely worth the money. It took about 50 mins and had a very informative recorded guide playing. We spent a couple of hours after the train wandering on our own. What a very humbling experience. The grounds are so well kept and lots of places to sit and reflect in the tranquillity. We thoroughly enjoyed our trip and would highly recommend a visit
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Spent a long time here yesterday. Yes it is a place that makes one think of why so many people have died and for what?
We used their train to go around as it is such a large area. We saw so much more than if we had walked.
The whole place was exceptional so much to see, the amount of thought that had gone into every part of the place was breathtaking. The monuments were beautifully presented.
I cannot praise it enough. From the very start the staff seemed happy to see us and were so helpful. We met one of the volunteers (think he called himself a frog as they wore a green uniform) whilst we were having a coffee. He (Stuart Pearce) was lovely he really made our visit. He had some much enthusiasm for the centre and just loved his job and being there, he really did make our visit - look out for him.
The visitors shop which I usually miss was again well done with some unusual gifts. I came away with a blue poppy scarf made to remember all the animals that have died in wars - I shall certainly wear this with pride.
Please, please go and look. It is free to go in but of course a donation is always welcome. You will certainly want to go back to see more.
We used their train to go around as it is such a large area. We saw so much more than if we had walked.
The whole place was exceptional so much to see, the amount of thought that had gone into every part of the place was breathtaking. The monuments were beautifully presented.
I cannot praise it enough. From the very start the staff seemed happy to see us and were so helpful. We met one of the volunteers (think he called himself a frog as they wore a green uniform) whilst we were having a coffee. He (Stuart Pearce) was lovely he really made our visit. He had some much enthusiasm for the centre and just loved his job and being there, he really did make our visit - look out for him.
The visitors shop which I usually miss was again well done with some unusual gifts. I came away with a blue poppy scarf made to remember all the animals that have died in wars - I shall certainly wear this with pride.
Please, please go and look. It is free to go in but of course a donation is always welcome. You will certainly want to go back to see more.
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The National Memorial Arboretum continues to grow from strength to strength. Having weathered a blistering summer las year the Arboretum is recovering with obviously a great deal of hard work having been put in. Visiting yesterday the spring is definitely on its way so a very good time to visit.
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First trip to the National Memorial Arboretum in Staffordshire dedicated to the men and women who have lost their lives in conflict since the Second World War. Much bigger than I expected. Very well designed. Beautiful grounds even on a very cold, grey, windy, and for the latter part wet, March day. Good restaurant too. Well worth a visit. Grounds will be even better in the summer.
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What a wonderful place to visit, the grounds are beautiful, when we visited the spring flowers were in full bloom.
The staff were all very helpful, friendly and knowledgeable.
It must be of great comfort for the family to visit a memorial for their loved one in such a peaceful setting.
We will definitely revisit because this museum was too big to see in just one visit.
Thank you to everyone for a really memorable visit.
The staff were all very helpful, friendly and knowledgeable.
It must be of great comfort for the family to visit a memorial for their loved one in such a peaceful setting.
We will definitely revisit because this museum was too big to see in just one visit.
Thank you to everyone for a really memorable visit.
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The National Memorial Arboretum is a great place to spend an afternoon. I spent three hours there and didn't make it through the whole memorial gardens. It costs £3 to park (all day). Admission is free unless you want to ride the tram around the park.
The memorial gardens are hadicap friendly, there are ramps and a tram is available. The main path through is hard ground for wheel chairs but some of the exhibits in the woods might be a little sketchy for the wheels or getting around.
There are so many monuments and memorials to look at. My favourite was the WW I Sikh memorial and the Sumatra Railway. It's a great place to take photographs. The rail line tracks look striking in black and white. Right now the spring flowers are all in bloom, the colours are amazing. There are also many hand painted rocks around the park right now. One of them was tagged Selsey Rocks. The artists are extremely talented.
The National Memorial Arboretim is a very peaceful place to reflect on all the sacrifices that were made to ensure we have the freedoms that we have today. It's quiet with just the sounds of the birds singing. There are many benches all over the park to sit down and enjoy the sounds of nature and nice weather. I would recommend a long afternoon to really get around and see everything.
The memorial gardens are hadicap friendly, there are ramps and a tram is available. The main path through is hard ground for wheel chairs but some of the exhibits in the woods might be a little sketchy for the wheels or getting around.
There are so many monuments and memorials to look at. My favourite was the WW I Sikh memorial and the Sumatra Railway. It's a great place to take photographs. The rail line tracks look striking in black and white. Right now the spring flowers are all in bloom, the colours are amazing. There are also many hand painted rocks around the park right now. One of them was tagged Selsey Rocks. The artists are extremely talented.
The National Memorial Arboretim is a very peaceful place to reflect on all the sacrifices that were made to ensure we have the freedoms that we have today. It's quiet with just the sounds of the birds singing. There are many benches all over the park to sit down and enjoy the sounds of nature and nice weather. I would recommend a long afternoon to really get around and see everything.
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Visited with my 3 children under 7...the cinema, stick man trail, bug hunt, all fantastic. Every single member of staff we encountered were fabulous..friendly and welcoming...
A shame coulsnt actually see the real relevance but will certainly return, a really lovely venue and fitting tribute
A shame coulsnt actually see the real relevance but will certainly return, a really lovely venue and fitting tribute
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Phenomenal place, recommend the train. A full day out and a fitting tribute to our armed forces and other services.
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Great day. Fascinating place, will need a re-visit to see all the memorials. Will be back to see what we missed.
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Visited today for the cinema showing of peter rabbit. Great room and facilities, staff were friendly too! We then had a gorgeous walk around the park along the river, with stunning vistas!
Cafe had a wide selection of tasty food and reasonably priced.
Fantastic place and highly recommend a visit
Cafe had a wide selection of tasty food and reasonably priced.
Fantastic place and highly recommend a visit
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Fantastic place to visit. Took my young son who was mesmerized by the different memorials. Situated in the beautiful Staffordshire countryside it is a very calm and peaceful place to visit. Highly recommend
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Had a great visit lovely place to walk around and realise how much we owe our service men and women
It is kept clean no litter about staff friendly will definitely go back
What a treat to see the 3 Tornadoes fly pass amazing something you don’t see every day
It is kept clean no litter about staff friendly will definitely go back
What a treat to see the 3 Tornadoes fly pass amazing something you don’t see every day
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