Located in the heart of the country,the National Memorial Arboretum comprises 150 acres of trees and memorials devoted to the concept of Remembrance. Set within the National Forest of Staffordshire, near Lichfield, it was established in 1997, on former gravel and sand pits gifted from Lafarge Aggregates. It already contains 130 memorials of national significance.
The Arboretum is the home of the Armed Forces Memorial which was opened in October 2007. It is a striking and emotive memorial and is quickly assuming national significance. It gives recognition and thanks for those who have died whilst on duty or as a result of terrorist action since the Second World War and acknowledges the enduring sacrifice of those who mourn their loss.
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Forthcoming events
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There will be a full program of events leading up to Christmas including Santa's Grotto, a Reindeer Parade and a Christmas Concert.
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Latest news
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The sun shone at 11am on Armistice Day and struck the central wreath on the Armed Forces Memorial. His Royal Highness Honorary Rear Admiral Prince Michael of Kent GCVO RNR and Her Royal Highness Princess Michael of Kent were present for the commemoration.
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Education
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The NMA hosted Words and Willows 2008
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The Arboretum has been the venue for Words and Willows 2008. From Monday 9 June to Friday 11 July, artist Anthony Hammond and poet Peter Clews were on site working with school groups to create poetry and willow sculptures. Visit the website for more images.
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We get many messages from our visitors such as:
| "Excellent – a living memorial" |
| "... a wonderful facility and extremely enthusiastic staff" |
| "The trees mean so much ... to many they are just trees, but to us they are our friends and our comrades." |
