An unforgettable experience, with 150 acres of beautiful woodland and gardens to explore and home to nearly 400 thought-provoking memorials, each with a story to tell. Each year, new memorials are added so there’s always something different to see. This summer, an interactive experience, inspired by the natural surroundings of the Arboretum, invites you to reflect and remember through a series of unique adventures. A Journey Through The New World could be the perfect family day out this summer, especially as under 3's travel free.

At the heart of the Remembrance Centre is a fascinating, interactive exhibition called Landscapes of Life, which provides a preview of the Arboretum. With audio visual displays, hands-on interactives, artistic interpretation and the opportunity for visitors to share their experiences, it’s the perfect start to a visit.

Guided walks and talks take place daily and there is also a land train that takes visitors around the site – prebooking is advisable for this service and for the guided walks. You'll find homemade meals and snacks in the Restaurant and Coffee Shop along with high quality products in the shop, all of which are linked to the memorials, wildlife or stories to help remind you of your visit. Find out more about what's here.

This beautifully cared for site won Best UK Attraction at the 2022 Group Leisure & Travel Awards for the second year running, with judges commenting that it is "a spectacular place to visit". The NMA also hold a 2023 Travellers' Choice Award from Tripadvisor (ranking within the top 10% of attractions on Tripadvisor!).

We're due to arrive at 11:45 and we'll depart at 16:30. There will be a short services comfort stop on the outward journey.

Image: The Boyes Garden © National Memorial Arboretum