Local Reviews
In November 2015, Charles452 said about National Memorial Arboretum
We had a fun and interesting day at the Arboretum, it was lovely to see all the different memorials.
Whilst I would recommend the memorial I wold avoid the cafe and restaurant, both were average to poor; the service was friendly but the food not good, the hot chocolate was weak, the sausage roll was horrible, and when i complained was told that people love them, well I did not.
The soup (Broccoli) was again of a poor quality, and my bread roll stale. All avoidable.
Whilst I would recommend the memorial I wold avoid the cafe and restaurant, both were average to poor; the service was friendly but the food not good, the hot chocolate was weak, the sausage roll was horrible, and when i complained was told that people love them, well I did not.
The soup (Broccoli) was again of a poor quality, and my bread roll stale. All avoidable.
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In May 2018, Cheryl A said about National Memorial Arboretum
We visited this monument as a family member is listed on the memorial wall. It was an emotional, yet uplifting experience. This is such a peaceful and beautiful place. Everything has been carefully thought out and even though construction work is being undertaken, we didn't find that this spoiled our visit. It is vast and very thought provoking. The restaurant has a good selection of food on offer and the staff are friendly. We did a tour which was very informative. We would definitely visit again.
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In September 2019, Lisa said about National Memorial Arboretum
A very special place to visit. A place to reflect and appreciate the sacrifices the men, women & animals did for us.
Hundreds of memorials are set in beautiful well kept grounds. Friendly helpful staff. Gift shop, chapel, restaurant & coffee shop. Plenty of picnic seating available. There is an additional fee to use a buggy or land train.
Entrance is free. Parking is £3. Tribute Ink is currently on show. A must place to visit.
Hundreds of memorials are set in beautiful well kept grounds. Friendly helpful staff. Gift shop, chapel, restaurant & coffee shop. Plenty of picnic seating available. There is an additional fee to use a buggy or land train.
Entrance is free. Parking is £3. Tribute Ink is currently on show. A must place to visit.
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In September 2019, joannie448 said about National Memorial Arboretum
This was an organised group trip with our local U3A. The site is vast so the train with commentary was a must even if it’s only to get your bearings; in addition there are walking and buggy tours. Entry is free but there is small charge for car parking and the tours. There are plenty of volunteers on hand to give any information, a cafe and restaurant, static displays, chapel and shop. The grounds are beautifully kept as are the monuments. Certainly a place to revisit.
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In July 2020, JamesC3110 said about National Memorial Arboretum
Lovely day out at the Arboretum. Friendly welcome from really helpful staff who explained how things work there during COVID restrictions. Took advantage of the land train to see the site as you wouldn’t have time to walk the whole area. Very thought provoking, lots of interesting monuments and memorials.
Nice restaurant and BBQ and ate in the Heroes Square area due to social distancing.
Nice restaurant and BBQ and ate in the Heroes Square area due to social distancing.
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In August 2020, j0hnmillingt0n said about National Memorial Arboretum
I agree that this Arboretum is a sad and moving place to visit. And I also agree that you need a good pair of shoes and foul weather clothing, it is a large area to walk. Having said that they do have a train to take visitors around the site. The staff are exceptional and very knowledgeable especially those staff in the Far East enclosure. The restaurants are available, but you do need your reference number.
Overall, a place one should visit, but book before you go.
Overall, a place one should visit, but book before you go.
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In September 2023, P Davidson said about National Memorial Arboretum
What an amazing place. I've never visited it before but so well worth it, I thought it was just for the Services, i.e., Army, Navy, etc, but so wrong. A very relaxing place with a lot of history to tell you, we spent over 4 hrs walking around, could of easily spent 6 hrs. Easy to get to, plenty of parking and the site is very accessible. Restaurant & drink outlets were very good value. Another visit is needed to see the rest.
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In October 2023, Amretiredandhappy said about National Memorial Arboretum
I have visited the National Memorial Arboretum several times and each visit always leaves me moved. It it a beautiful tranquil place, very well kept and always evolving. The easiest way to cover the most ground is on the train which is accompanied by a very interesting commentary. To do it justice, you will need to allow a good few hours. There is a restaurant offering a range of food and also a gift shop. Well worth the visit and I will be returning again in due course.
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In June 2023, Jean Denning said about National Memorial Arboretum
Booked car park before arriving.
Had lunch in restaurant before visiting the memorials. Plenty of seating inside and outside of the restaurant. Coffee shop serves a lovely cuppa. Staff absolutely fantastic so helpful. We managed to stroll around taking in the atmosphere if we go again will probably take the little train as didn’t realise there was so much to see. We attended on a hot day so don’t forget your water. Highly recommended
Had lunch in restaurant before visiting the memorials. Plenty of seating inside and outside of the restaurant. Coffee shop serves a lovely cuppa. Staff absolutely fantastic so helpful. We managed to stroll around taking in the atmosphere if we go again will probably take the little train as didn’t realise there was so much to see. We attended on a hot day so don’t forget your water. Highly recommended
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In September 2022, Jen said about National Memorial Arboretum
We recently visited and had a lovely walk around the vast site. Some great sculptures &
Memorials in a lovely grounds. You can walk around for hours.
It was nice that they allow dogs in the grounds and the restaurant.
The restaurant was quite busy but the choice of food was great, especially the cakes.
There is a separate cafe across the courtyard that serves decent coffee (compared to the machines in the restaurant) so I nipped over there to get some coffees to go with the cake.
A tasteful memorial area.
Memorials in a lovely grounds. You can walk around for hours.
It was nice that they allow dogs in the grounds and the restaurant.
The restaurant was quite busy but the choice of food was great, especially the cakes.
There is a separate cafe across the courtyard that serves decent coffee (compared to the machines in the restaurant) so I nipped over there to get some coffees to go with the cake.
A tasteful memorial area.
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