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In August 2015, clare094 said about National Memorial Arboretum
Attended the commemoration service 70th Anniversary of VJ Day, in the beautiful landscape gardens of the arboretum. The service was beautiful and the grounds are full of over 300 memorials. It is free entry (car park charge) and there is a land train with commentary for those wanting to see the immense gardens in this way.
There are cafe and restaurant facilities and picnic areas.
It is a very peaceful tranquil place a fitting tribute. The Far East Prisoners of War Memorial Building houses an exhibition there is also a piece of the Burma Railway track. An emotional and educational day set in beautiful surroundings.
There are cafe and restaurant facilities and picnic areas.
It is a very peaceful tranquil place a fitting tribute. The Far East Prisoners of War Memorial Building houses an exhibition there is also a piece of the Burma Railway track. An emotional and educational day set in beautiful surroundings.
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In August 2015, Stephen H said about National Memorial Arboretum
We started our visit with a 30 minute presentation by a guide who explained the history and layout of the site. We then got on the visitor train to have a guided trip around the site with each memorial being introduced and described. At various locations you could get off the tour train to have a look round and then get on the next train when it arrived. After the conducted tour we went to the restaurant area where we had an afternoon cream tea, which was excellent quality and value.
We were there for half a day, we will be going back for a further visit as there is so much to see.
We were there for half a day, we will be going back for a further visit as there is so much to see.
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In July 2016, 726rita said about National Memorial Arboretum
What a moving experience to visit this Arboretum nothing depressing about the place it is not a graveyard! You can spend a day there and probably still not see it all.
It was also a personal visit for us as my husbands brother has his name on the Memorial wall. Although it is really busy with visitors you can still have quiet time as it is such a big place. You can take children and not be afraid of letting them touch the memorials as if you tell them about it they are learning, which keeps the next generation interested. Take a picnic plenty of places to sit or there is a cafe/restaurant. I would highly recommend a visit.
It was also a personal visit for us as my husbands brother has his name on the Memorial wall. Although it is really busy with visitors you can still have quiet time as it is such a big place. You can take children and not be afraid of letting them touch the memorials as if you tell them about it they are learning, which keeps the next generation interested. Take a picnic plenty of places to sit or there is a cafe/restaurant. I would highly recommend a visit.
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In September 2016, les s said about National Memorial Arboretum
On arrival on site met by meet & greet staff o/s reception who gave a brief history of site & asked if we were there to see any special Memorial. They polite & informative.
We entered reception & then went to the road train as it was our first visit we thought it best to get an outline of the site.After train tour we went to the Chapel for the 2 minute silence & talk about site history.We enjoyed a very nice lunch in the Pavilion restaurant.
I would recommend the road train trip for anyone with walking problems Or on first visit to site.
Admission to site is by CASH Donation.
We entered reception & then went to the road train as it was our first visit we thought it best to get an outline of the site.After train tour we went to the Chapel for the 2 minute silence & talk about site history.We enjoyed a very nice lunch in the Pavilion restaurant.
I would recommend the road train trip for anyone with walking problems Or on first visit to site.
Admission to site is by CASH Donation.
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In September 2016, glambam said about National Memorial Arboretum
A marvellous day out. Great place to visit with all the war memorials. There is a train which takes visitors all round the site stopping at all the memorials and a lovely guide who explains all about them and answers any questions you may have. A lot of work is going on which should be finished soon to heighten ones enjoyment. A lovely meal - or snack - can be had in the restaurant which is clean and comfortable. The prices are very reasonable too. A visit to the large shop which has a lot of products and souvenirs rounds off the day. A must see attraction for all.
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In November 2016, Marnie959 said about National Memorial Arboretum
A beautiful place and worth visiting. I wanted to see the memorial to the DEMs as my Dad was a gunner on the merchant ships during World War 2. I'm sure many people have a personal reason for visiting and there are over 300 different memorials. It's all beautifully kept with plenty of seats and there's also a land train with commentary if you don't feel up to walking round the 150 acre site. The restaurant serves good food at reasonable prices. Many volunteers give their time to keep this running - well done to them all.
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In June 2018, Tony P said about National Memorial Arboretum
The national arboretum is very well placed just off the A38 it’s well signposted. There is a mixture of maturing trees and momorials to the armed forces set in the Staffordshire countryside. The only charge there is is for parking it cost us £3 the entrance is in a large building containing a shop,restaurant and reception. You have options to go on a guided tour or hire head phones we just used the free map and explored the expansive site. We said that we would revisit the site in a couple of years time all in all it’s well worth a visit
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In July 2018, Stephen G said about National Memorial Arboretum
The National Memorial Arboretum is one of those places that you must visit. You can take a gentle stroll from one memorial to another whilst remembering those lives sacrificed in war and conflict. From front line troops in war zones to the local Bobby on the beat, children and animals.
This is certainly a thought provoking place, but we'll worth a visit. There is a coffee shop and restaurant on site, with toilets in the main reception building and at various points around the site.
Dogs are allowed in certain areas. Then complete your visit by visiting the shop which has a wide assortment of items.
This is certainly a thought provoking place, but we'll worth a visit. There is a coffee shop and restaurant on site, with toilets in the main reception building and at various points around the site.
Dogs are allowed in certain areas. Then complete your visit by visiting the shop which has a wide assortment of items.
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In September 2019, buntyhen said about National Memorial Arboretum
This is a very beautiful and moving experience. Tranquil areas to reflect and pay ones respects to those who have died. Lovely walks and peaceful spaces. However, the website needs to make it clear that dogs are not really welcome. There is a dog walking path but we regretted bringing our dog. From previous reviews we knew that one day would not be enough to see everything so had planned a weekend stay as we were visiting from Suffolk. The restaurant and coffee shop serve a good selection of refreshments. Gift shop has lovely thoughtful gifts.
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In September 2019, susandcol said about National Memorial Arboretum
The memorial grounds are much bigger than we imagined, with so many memorials dedicated to the various regiments, and also personal family memorials on individual trees, remembering a family member. It is a wonderful, peaceful place to walk around but very touching when you see so many names of people who gave their lives in conflict.
There are also exhibitions on various topics concerning the armed services, a shop, café and restaurant. You could easily spend a whole day here. It is free to enter, but a donation is welcome and car parking is £3 for the day
There are also exhibitions on various topics concerning the armed services, a shop, café and restaurant. You could easily spend a whole day here. It is free to enter, but a donation is welcome and car parking is £3 for the day
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