Local Reviews
In March 2017, Maria S said about National Memorial Arboretum
What a fantastic visit to the National Memorial Arboretum!
The whole memorial has been carried out with respect, thought and pride for our fallen heroes.
The restaurant and gift shop both excellent and the staff were wonderful.
We treated ourselves to a golf buggy trip around the memorial which was hilarious, the lady had never done it on her own and after stopping for us to take a photograph her map blew out of the door and we were scrambling round to pick it up. Bless her!
A much recommended visit.
The whole memorial has been carried out with respect, thought and pride for our fallen heroes.
The restaurant and gift shop both excellent and the staff were wonderful.
We treated ourselves to a golf buggy trip around the memorial which was hilarious, the lady had never done it on her own and after stopping for us to take a photograph her map blew out of the door and we were scrambling round to pick it up. Bless her!
A much recommended visit.
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In April 2017, jordylads1 said about National Memorial Arboretum
I went to the arboretum for a project I'm doing as part of my course I'd never been before it's a absolutely brilliant the staff are super friendly and so helpful with any questions you may have the whole site is very well looked after it takes a small army of people to keep it on operation they are very dedicated people and deserve to be recognised the restaurant is beautiful had a really nice lunch and took some brilliant photos I would recommend going on the train very good indeed from Jordan
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In April 2017, MichaelRGreen said about National Memorial Arboretum
We visited on recommendation from a friend and I have to say it was a very good and humbling day out. If you are not up to walking all round they do have a land train with commentary as well as guided buggy tours. You will need to go on a dry day as there is no shelter apart from gift shop, restaurant and tea room. It is very well laid out and the paths are very accessible. We were here for 4 hours and did not get to see everything. You can park all day for £3.00 and it is free to get in although you do pay for tours and train. Plenty of benches where you can sit and rest.
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In April 2017, Yassos9 said about National Memorial Arboretum
Over the years this is the 3rd visit and yet again even more to see. This time because it was a cold damp day we used the land train which was very good but could be improved by allowing you to get off and rejoin later so we could fully explore the bits too far for us to walk. The new visitors centre and restaurant was excellent with very good food and extremely helpful staff. Yet again it was another good visit but maybe some shelter from rain and some loos the far end of the site would be helpful.
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In September 2017, Anthony W said about National Memorial Arboretum
Visited on a group outing . An amazing place paying respects to all those who has sacrificed their lives to keep the world safe. Had a walkabout to start. Would recommend a trip on train you get a commentary of memorials passed so can go back later walking. Staff friendly and helpful. When you have walked yourselves out. Visit restaurant . We had afternoon tea in founders room. Had plates of various sandwiches, fruit and cakes put tea or coffee . Staff friendly and helpful.
Well worth visiting.
Well worth visiting.
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In February 2018, Jim H said about National Memorial Arboretum
I visited on a cold wet February morning and expected just to see loads of memorials and grave stones. However I took a buggy tour and found out so much about the site that I need to go back in the summer to spend more time there. You will not get to find out the information by waking round on your own.
My guide was Mike who was knowledgable and easy going.
There is a large free car park and entry is free too. There is a cafe/restaurant and a gify shop.
It surpised me just how much there was to see.
My guide was Mike who was knowledgable and easy going.
There is a large free car park and entry is free too. There is a cafe/restaurant and a gify shop.
It surpised me just how much there was to see.
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In October 2014, Barrie70214 said about National Memorial Arboretum
An amazing area honouring the many people who have given their lives,mainly in areas of conflict throughout the world.
A wonderful place to bring older children in order to reflect on the sacrifices made on their behalf.
Facilities are good. A nice restaurant provides good quality food at reasonable prices.
Entry is free ( A donation is suggested ) offering good value for money.
An excellent day out for families,those interested in architecture, horticulture and of course it's primary purpose to reflect on the sacrifice made over many years in order that we can enjoy the freedom we enjoy today.
A wonderful place to bring older children in order to reflect on the sacrifices made on their behalf.
Facilities are good. A nice restaurant provides good quality food at reasonable prices.
Entry is free ( A donation is suggested ) offering good value for money.
An excellent day out for families,those interested in architecture, horticulture and of course it's primary purpose to reflect on the sacrifice made over many years in order that we can enjoy the freedom we enjoy today.
Source: tripadvisor.co.uk
In December 2014, BrummieMoneypenny said about National Memorial Arboretum
I visited here on a freezing cold December day and it was glorious. Its a lovely walk around the various memorials and the main memorial at the top of the steps brings a tear to the eye. You can easily loose a couple of hours walking around, it's just so peaceful and serene. After the end of a very chilly few hours i warmed up in their little restaurant. Wonderful home made soup and cake with a drink for £7, no complaints from me on the food. Theres no fee to get in so please either make a donation or buy something in the restaurant.
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In July 2015, keith s said about National Memorial Arboretum
we went to the national memorial arboretum yesterday for the 3rd time it just gets better and better. there is some wonderful memorials to all our brave lads that gave their lives in conflicts all around the world. you can walk round or take a land train and have a guided tour, either is just as good, there is a café restaurant a gift shop and a small church its all very touching. its free to go in as they rely on donations, its £3.00 to park all day and £5.00 to go round on the train. this place is well worth a visit for young and old alike.
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In July 2015, Patricia M said about National Memorial Arboretum
We heard about this special place and decided to visit on route to Derby. There is plenty of parking across the road at a cost of £3.00 for the day. There is no entrance fee but you can make a donation. To access the grounds you need to go through the restaurant which as recently been refurbished. Walking round the extensive grounds gives you a sense of calm and tranquility. The wall of remembrance was especially touching as was the shot at dawn memorial. There are plenty of benches and picnic areas to rest and ponder on those who lost their lives for us.
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