National Memorial Arboretum
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We have been a few times know, but I would still go again there are a lot of information to take in, and they are always adding more. The area you walk around is very well maintained, and easy to get around if you need an electric wheelchair you can use one of there's. When you have finished you might like to go to the cafe for a drink or light meal.
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Definitely a place to visit when in Staffordshire even if just to pay tribute to a loved one, this is not just for the military but other professions and institutes.
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In my opinion and excellent and fitting place. If you have the tie and are in the area this is a place to visit. Lovely setting and in the best possible environment to pay tribute to all.
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It was while ago when we visited, but I remember it was so peaceful there. How it was laid out was extremely moving. I especially loved the wall with the soldiers going through the middle.
But everyone needs to go to see this, you will be overcome by the sheer scale of the place and all its beauty.
But everyone needs to go to see this, you will be overcome by the sheer scale of the place and all its beauty.
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I went with friends from Scotland to revisit this site. I was surprised how moving I found it. Having had family killed and injured in various conflicts it hits hard when you see the different memorials. I would be deeply saddened if anyone found themselves unmoved by a visit here,
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What a wonderful place to visit . The whole experience is amazing and the central wall with the names of servicemen and women who have perished in recent conflicts is mind-blowing - so many have died ! There is a gap in the wall which , at the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month ,the sun shines through and highlights one of the stunning sculptures . A must visit if you're in the area - or even worth a further journey . The different sections of the grounds ,which are extensive , are devoted to different sections of the armed forces , civil services , charities and local organisations and there is also an area called " Shot at Dawn" which tells the story of those who were shot for cowardice or desertion, when they had often been suffering from shell shock or post traumatic stress disorder.- so incredibly sad when many of them had volunteered when under age.
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Brilliant and poignant place. Staff really knowledgeable, chapel visit was emotional, grounds kept in immaculate condition. will visit again
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Great place right on the doorstep which we often forget is fun & enjoyable for the kids too.
There are kids activities during half term week and my two (7&9) loved walking through the woodland areas to see the different memorials in the clearings. They also enjoyed the mini wooden assault course on site (right by a tree of remembrance for children) and the promise of an ice-cream after a good (educational) stroll!
Parking was £3 but entrance is free with the option of a donation.
There are kids activities during half term week and my two (7&9) loved walking through the woodland areas to see the different memorials in the clearings. They also enjoyed the mini wooden assault course on site (right by a tree of remembrance for children) and the promise of an ice-cream after a good (educational) stroll!
Parking was £3 but entrance is free with the option of a donation.
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I loved going here, it is a calm and beautiful place and I advise all to go. It has small nature areas which are nice, and trees which all resemble a fallen soldior or another important meaning. Such a fantastic place
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We attended the dedication of the HMS Ardent Anchor Memorial. A very well organised event in the presence of HRH The Duchess of Gloucester.
This was our first visit to the NMA and would thoroughly recommend a visit to everyone. Covering 150 acres with hundreds of memorials to all the fallen since World War 1 it makes you realize just how many have given their lives in defence of our Country.
This was our first visit to the NMA and would thoroughly recommend a visit to everyone. Covering 150 acres with hundreds of memorials to all the fallen since World War 1 it makes you realize just how many have given their lives in defence of our Country.
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A beautiful and very moving place to visit. Over three hundred memorials to our brave men and women, to whom we owe so much. The lovely riverside walk is an added bonus.
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This our second visit here we came back to see the new statue of the Land Amy girls my mum is 94 and she was one of these girl see meet and married my Dad in 1942 she was in her uniform and my dad was in his fire fighting uniform I was so happy to tell my mum how lovely it was
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Had a lovely day at the arboretum, lots of walking but worth spending the day, very quiet and peaceful place, nothing to dislike.
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This is one of the very few places you really can't describe, you must visit, one of the most moving and powerfully emotional places I've been in my life.
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Lunch was excellent. Meeting in chapel informative and reverential. Even though it was November still appreciated how beautiful it must look in spring-summer. Mini train useful except when I wanted to find a specific memorial in the middle - muddy
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This was the first time we had been and was well worth it.we attended the Monti Cassino reunion as my late father in law was there during the war.We were well look after and spent a pleasant day looking round.i think everyone young and old should visit at least once.
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Absolutely fantastic place to visit. If this place does,nt stir your emotions and make you think about the sacrifices made for us, you would be a cold cold person indeed.
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We visited to attend a Royal Navy service but would definitely return when we have longer as there is so much to see. Volunteers were excellent
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We visited the Arboretum with friends, every body should visit the Arboretum. This place is run by volunteers and their is no charge to visit you can leave a donation if you wish. There is a train which costs £5 and it takes you round it's worth going on the train because you get a cometary as you go round, and the Armed Forces Memorial is very moving. There is a nice cafe and gift shop a must to visit enjoy
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Called with a coach trip on Sunday 17th May What a wonderful place. I could say so much about it but I think it is somewhere you should experience and draw your own conclusions, but it is definitely somewhere everyone should visit. A truly memorable experience.
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this arboretum is wonderful yet very moving place. I was lost for words. Cannot recommend this place enough!!
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Planted a tree to my mum 10 years ago and just wanted a quiet few minutes and look around. Wonderful place. Plant Fair an added extra. Just go.
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So many memorials in an amazing space. Walked for over 5 hrs and still didn't see everything. Take a picnic loads of beautiful spots to sit and rest a while. Shot at Dawn extremely poignant.
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Arrived mid morning on a rainy day, good foot ware essential and that's just the car park (don't think it's finished), they charge £3 to park.
Do buy a map I think they are £3, we wandered around not actually looking for anything in particular but it covers a vast area and I think they are expanding a lot more. There is a land train if you are less mobile but most of the memorials and badges are in grass areas not on footpaths or roads, you really will need to walk a lot.
They could do with a few more shelters for when it rains, you can see it coming but it's quite a trek to the nearest one.
The restaurant/cafe was very busy, lots of coaches in the car park and I think most people are there for a long day and had taken up residence. We couldn't find a table so didn't have anything to eat or drink there. They either need to expand or politely ask people to move on once they have finished. On a fine day it's probably not a problem with out side seating.
Do buy a map I think they are £3, we wandered around not actually looking for anything in particular but it covers a vast area and I think they are expanding a lot more. There is a land train if you are less mobile but most of the memorials and badges are in grass areas not on footpaths or roads, you really will need to walk a lot.
They could do with a few more shelters for when it rains, you can see it coming but it's quite a trek to the nearest one.
The restaurant/cafe was very busy, lots of coaches in the car park and I think most people are there for a long day and had taken up residence. We couldn't find a table so didn't have anything to eat or drink there. They either need to expand or politely ask people to move on once they have finished. On a fine day it's probably not a problem with out side seating.
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The National Memorial Arboretum has been transformed over the years and is a place of contemplation and peace. Visiting and placing a cross at the foot of a loved ones name brings tears and also thoughtful memories. The staff and volunteers are doing their very best. In time I pray the Restaurant could be made a more cosy retreat rather than the 'battleground' it is at present. Do realise many many people to serve. Still will return I hope.
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