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Arboretum offers the perfect day out
from Caring March 2023
by Script Media
THE National Memorial Arboretum offers the perfect day out for groups. With more than 400 memorials and 150 acres to explore, there is something for all interests and backgrounds.
Military and civilian memorials, peaceful woodlands, colourful gardens, riverside walks and fascinating wildlife are all waiting to be discovered.
Our covered land train and electric buggy tours around the Arboretum grounds allow people to reach the far corners of site.
With an interesting running commentary, you will learn about the symbolism of the memorials and the stories behind them.
Scooters and wheelchairs can also be hired for independent exploring.
With an expansive restaurant, delicious hot meals, home-made snacks and warm drinks can be purchased throughout the day to keep you refreshed.
Pre-bookable lunch packages, including reserved seating and table service, offer a relaxed dining experience.
The Arboretum has a calendar full of interesting and enjoyable events which are great for groups, with highlights in 2023 including the vintage tea dance and D-Day package.
Our vintage tea dance takes place on April 29 and 30 and will feature easy to follow dance lessons, a delicious home-made afternoon tea and live entertainment from Tony and the Sapphires band.
With ballroom on Saturday and Jive and Swing on Sunday, this will be a weekend not to be missed. On June 6 we will mark the anniversary of D-Day, commemorating the pivotal events of 1944 that began the allied liberation of Europe.
From within the Aspects events building, with its stunning views across the Arboretum, join our resident bugler for a moving moment of reflection, followed by stunning vocalists The London Belles, who will be performing nostalgic 1940s classics. Tea, coffee and cake will also be included.
For groups who would like to gain pre-visit insight or who are unable to travel to the Arboretum our external talks team can visit you.
One of our expert volunteer guides will provide a 60-minute presentation with time for a question and answer session.
Talks are interesting, informative, and full of fascinating stories. The perfect introduction to how the Arboretum has developed and how we continue to grow.
For more information on bringing a group to the Arboretum, contact the groups team on 01283 245100 or email groups@thenma.org.uk
