Getting Here

Visitor Information

Stick Man

Our larger-than-life Stick Man, who you'll find at the start of our Stick Man Trail, will be taking a well-earned break until 16 November and won't be accessible to view during this time.  The Stick Man Trail will remain fully accessible over this period, and all other carvings will be available to view along the route. 

The Arboretum can be found in the centre of England on Croxall Road, Alrewas in Staffordshire. 


The Arboretum is easy to reach and is close to all Midland motorways. Visitors can also get to the Arboretum using public transport, on a seven day bus service, which travels directly from Tamworth Rail station. Plan your visit now using our planning tips below.  

 


Arriving by car or motorcycle?

If you are using a Sat Nav to find us, please use our postcode DE13 7AR.

The Arboretum is located just off the A38 / A513 between Lichfield and Burton upon Trent. You can follow the local brown signs to find us. 

We are unable to provide lockers where motorcycle helmets can be stored. 

Visitors who book their visit in advance will receive a discount on the daily parking charges that apply at the Arboretum.

 Advance ticketsOn the day tickets
Cars £4£6
Motorcycles / scooters£2£4

Please note the Arboretum does not have EV charging facilities onsite. 

Arriving By Train

A seven day bus service operated by Diamond, runs directly from Tamworth Rail Station to the National Memorial Arboretum. A single fare on the service costs £2. 

The bus service is free of charge to National Concessionary Bus Pass holders. Staffordshire Knot tickets are also valid for travel on the service. 

Visitors travelling on other local services, between Lichfield and Burton, can transfer onto the bus in Alrewas village.

Download our bus timetable below, or click here to view the latest departure information. 


Download our bus timetable

 

Arriving By Bus

A seven day bus service operated by Diamond, runs directly from Tamworth Rail Station to the National Memorial Arboretum. A single fare on the service costs £2. 

The bus service is free of charge to National Concessionary Bus Pass holders. Staffordshire Knot tickets are also valid for travel on the service. 

Visitors travelling on other local services, between Lichfield and Burton, can transfer onto the bus in Alrewas village.


Download our bus timetable below, or click here to view the

view the latest departure information



Diamond Bus Timeable

Arriving By Bicycle

National cycle route 54 runs from Lichfield to Burton on Trent through Alrewas village.

A cycle rack can be found outside of the Remembrance Centre on the car park. Bicycles are not allowed in the Remembrance Centre and should not be used on our site.

We are unable to provide lockers where cycling equipment can be stored.

Arriving by private coach / mini bus

If you are using a Sat Nav to find us, please use our postcode DE13 7AR.

The Arboretum is located just off the A38/ A513 between Lichfield and Burton upon Trent. You can follow the local brown signs to find us.

We ask that coach / mini bus drivers confirm their arrival times with the Arboretum in advance of their visit, you can do this by calling 01283 245 100. Upon arrival on site, unless otherwise directed, please use the drop-off/pick-up area outside of the Remembrance Centre. Coach parking is free and a member of our team will advise you where to park.

Complimentary refreshment vouchers are provided to the drivers of pre-booked groups.

Find out more about visiting us as a group and the packages and services we can offer on our group visit pages.

 

Arriving by canal boat

The Arboretum is only a few miles from the Trent and Mersey Canal which passes through Alrewas village. It’s around a 40-minute walk from the canal to the Arboretum via bridges, 46,47 or 48.

A seven day bus service, operated by Diamond, runs between Alrewas Village and the National Memorial Arboretum. A single fare on the service costs £2. The bus service is free of charge to National Concessionary Bus Pass holders. Staffordshire Knot tickets are also valid for travel on the service. 

Click here to view the latest bus depature information. 

 

There are cycle racks located next to our Remembrance Centre for visitors who arrive by bicycle.  

If you would prefer to take a taxi from the village City Cars (01543 254 999) and Ambassador Taxis (01283 544 700 /  www.ambassadorexecutivecars.co.uk)  offer special pre-booked taxi rates for Arboretum visitors.
Armed Forces Memorial in frost, May 2021

Getting to the Arboretum

Parking

We have two large car parks, one next to our Remembrance Centre and the other around 300 metres, on the left, past the entrance to the Arboretum on Croxall Road.

Wider blue badge and family friendly spaces, available on a first-come-first served basis, can be found near to the Remembrance Centre. A drop-off/pick-up area is located next to our entrance.

A parking charge applies to all cars, including blue badge holders. Parking is charged at £4 for vehicles that have booked in advance, or £6 on the day. Advance booking is recommend to guarantee entry, particularly on event days. 

On special event days additional park and ride arrangements may apply.