National Memorial Arboretum
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So much more than we expected, set in beautiful grounds, with over 300 Memorials to those who have served, and made the ultimate sacrifice. Really lovely chatting to ex serviceman and hearing their stories. Allow the day, we were passing through but spent over 4 hours and didn't see everything. We will however return.
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Lovely Mother’s Day outing with family at the Arboretum. Always a stunning place to visit. So calm and peaceful. The afternoon tea with entertainment by Miss Beth Belle was a real treat and one to remember.
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Amazing place, so much better than I expected. Very emotional, beautiful setting, especially at this time of the year.
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Been today, Lovely countryside area, plenty of walks and paths with different memorial, but need more rubbish 🗑 around the path, plenty of doggy 🐕 trails+bins
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Really enjoyed the experience
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We had been recommended to visit by friends, and were not disappointed. The whole site demonstrates great vision by those who inspired the idea of a living memorial, and for those who have lost loved ones it is a wonderful tribute. Nice to see also that it is not just the armed services that are represented here. The recent police memorial is a stunning addition to the landscape.
The indoor gallery is worth visiting to get an overview of the whole concept, and the memory booth is an interesting idea.
The indoor gallery is worth visiting to get an overview of the whole concept, and the memory booth is an interesting idea.
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Having a drive around here on my Mobility Scooter was a very airy, peaceful and in the moment feeling for myself. It was very interesting to see all of the names and the dates, but at the same time very upsetting, especially with what's going on in Ukraine right now.
When you think about the Army and Wars, you would of said, things ended years ago, but looking at the dates today, there has been no stopping in Soldiers dying. Just when is it all going to end?
We need the Arboretum to keep going so that there is a place that individuals can go to, to get some strength from it all. The Arboretum are doing a fantastic job and we thank you for that. Amazing Customer Service. Also a great place for Disability.
When you think about the Army and Wars, you would of said, things ended years ago, but looking at the dates today, there has been no stopping in Soldiers dying. Just when is it all going to end?
We need the Arboretum to keep going so that there is a place that individuals can go to, to get some strength from it all. The Arboretum are doing a fantastic job and we thank you for that. Amazing Customer Service. Also a great place for Disability.
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This is a beautiful & poignant place to visit, not at all morbid or depressing, so many poignant tributes from the stillbirth association to those who were shot at dawn. staff were welcoming and very helpful , even printing out details of army records. we booked car parking in advance and bought land train tickets as it could be quite a hike to .walk round the garden otherwise. The current exhibition summarises details of the memorials, well worth viewing. The cafe is good and efficient, we had a good lunch here which we could eat outside. Everywhere is immaculate, the gardens well kept. It is fre as they said but most people put in a folded note in one of the collection boxes.
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First trip out for long time. Arriving here was magical, the place is peaceful and staff friendly. You need to make sure you walk around everywhere you can, and read all about each section. So much history
Saddest part for me was the number of empty blocks on the main walls - obviously waiting for more names!
May not go again, as it is a good journey for us, but I can thoroughly recommend, and perhaps if we are passing we will call in.
Saddest part for me was the number of empty blocks on the main walls - obviously waiting for more names!
May not go again, as it is a good journey for us, but I can thoroughly recommend, and perhaps if we are passing we will call in.
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We visited on Sunday 13th March. Such a beautiful place to go and think about the pointlessness of wars and the many people who had lost their lives fighting for their country.
All the Arboretum staff were friendly and helpful apart from one woman in the
All the Arboretum staff were friendly and helpful apart from one woman in the
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Had another visit but this time took the train, the commentary was very good, special mention to the knowledgeable volunteers dotted around who had a wealth of knowledge that they are eager to pass on, gives a personal touch
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Having been here a couple of times already this was a revisit due to the ever expanding number of monuments. It really is a peaceful reflective and informative place. The addition of enhanced facilities has made the difference, particularly with the cafe arrangements as these are very welcome after a long stroll. Entry to the Arboretum is free, but they are limiting the numbers and recommending pre-booking your visit to guarantee entry. The grounds are open from 10am – 4pm. Parking is an additional £4 but this can be paid for inside. Every year sees the dedication of new memorials at the Arboretum and the differences in the memorials and those commemorated are far greater than you might expect. I particularly liked the memorial to the Women's Land Army and the displaced children from the Second World War.
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Looking for and finding the name of a fallen comrade from Aden. It was a good feeling to see him remembered on this wonderful memorial along with all those others who served there and elsewhere and had not been as lucky as myself.
The whole site is beautifully maintained and presents an atmosphere of calm and tranquility due to its superb layout and the staff and volunteers were very helpful.
It is obvious that a great deal of thought and care has gone into the design, layout, and style of the various memorials that adorn the grounds to create a very special
place in the heart of England
The whole site is beautifully maintained and presents an atmosphere of calm and tranquility due to its superb layout and the staff and volunteers were very helpful.
It is obvious that a great deal of thought and care has gone into the design, layout, and style of the various memorials that adorn the grounds to create a very special
place in the heart of England
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Great staff, very clean site, fantastic memories to be had there. Will return soon
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Beautiful & peaceful place to visit
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Would highly recommend a visit. The extensive grounds are beautifully kept and the memorials to all the Service personnel are a must see - very touching and thought provoking.
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1st Class from entry to departure. Excellent attention from staff throughout. Wonderful grounds to wander freely and absorb the atmosphere and surroundings. No rip-off prices and splendid value for money in the cafeteria. Will visit again without a doubt.
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Absolutely lovely day in the sunshine at this amazing site. The staff are friendly, knowledgeable and helpful. We enjoyed our lunch and, later, coffee and cake too.
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£4.00 car park fee well worth it. Lovely place.
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Fantastic place, well kept secret
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Excellent experience. The staff were so helpful.
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Soups.
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Had a walk around with my dad
Nice day out ,had a good walk around and there is a train ride if you don't want to walk.
Nice day out ,had a good walk around and there is a train ride if you don't want to walk.
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Food was very poor,not a very great selection of hot food.
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Breath taking peaceful...food for thought ....take a few moments to remember..
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