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VJ Day Digital Exhibition

VJ Day Digital Exhibition Explores The Diversity Of The Fourteenth Army

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School Visits

We offer a wide range of opportunities for Primary and Secondary including ready prepared tours and workshops.

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Medicine in the First World War - Session One

In this session you will discover the role that medical professionals played in the First World and explore how many of the innovations of the time have impacted on medicine today.

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Arboretum Launches Brand-New App Experience

The National Memorial Arboretum, has launched a new augmented reality experience which takes families on a journey to learn about Our Everyday Heroes.

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Medicine in the First World War - Session Two

In this second Medicine in the First World War session you will discover more about the role that medical professionals played in the First World and explore how many of the innovations of the time have impacted on medicine today.

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Arboretum Launches Special VJ Day Activity Packs

In partnership with The Royal British Legion, the Arboretum has launched two free downloadable activity packs marking the 75th anniversary of VJ Day.

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Further and Higher Education

The Arboretum has plenty to offer anyone in higher education, from visits as part of a university course, to self-study and bespoke packages.

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Youth Groups

We welcome visits from Girlguiding & Scout Association Groups, to home education partnerships, sports teams and other youth groups.

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Walking Toolkit

Our Walking Toolkit is full of fun family games that we hope you will be able to enjoy as you explore the natural world around you.
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Learning From Home

Learning and engagement are at the heart of what we do. Here are some materials that we invite you to use from home.

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Visiting For Learning and Training

Inspire students and young people with a learning visit at the Arboretum. Facilitated and self-led visits for schools, higher education, military groups and youth groups are available.

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Open For Visitors

The National Memorial Arboretum is open freely to all, year-round from 10am-5pm (closes at 4pm from 15 Nov), every day except Christmas Day.  

Entry to the Arboretum is free, but for everyone's comfort we are limiting the numbers onsite. We recommend pre-booking your visit to guarantee entry. You can check our latest availability and book online using the link below. 

Visitors are advised that the Coffee Shop is currently closed. Our Restaurant is open from 10am - 5pm. 
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