Participate in an Act of Remembrance and observe a moving two-minute silence in our Millennium Chapel at 11am each morning. It is appreciated if visitors are seated by 10.50am in the Chapel for the consideration of others.
Please speak to our Welcome Desk team for our daily talk timings:
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The Armed Forces Memorial is a nationally-significant focus for Remembrance, providing recognition and thanks for those who have given their lives in the service of their country since the end of the Second World War. Learn more about this moving monument and the symbolism in its design.
Join one of our volunteers to hear the history of the Arboretum, what's new to see around the grounds, and our future plans.
During the Second World War fighting in the Far East was brutal and conditions were unimaginable. Those taken as prisoners of war experienced harsh treatment and many never returned home. Join one of our volunteers outside the Far East Prisoners of War Memorial Building to hear about the men and women who served in this region and how their contribution resulted in Victory over Japan in 1945.
This moving talk highlights the story of the 309 soldiers shot at Dawn during the First World War who were later posthumously pardoned.
Join one of our expert volunteer guides on a walk to discover the stories behind some of our memorials.
Please book at the Welcome Desk. Guided Walks are subject to availability.
Adult £5 | Under 16s free
45 minutes | Available from 11.15am
In addition to our daily programme of tours and talks, between 29 March – 16 November, we’ll be sharing stories that bring to life the experiences of those who lived and served during the Second World War with connection to the memorials we have onsite.
29 March - 11 May
Road to VE Day Guided Walks75 minutes | £7 per person
3 May – 16 November
VJ Day Guided Walks
75 minutes | £7 per person
Available from 11.15am, bookable at the Welcome Desk
3 May – 16 November
The Year Was 1945 trail
Self-led Trail | Free
Available from 10am, collect from the Welcome Desk
Complete with pre-recorded commentary, the Arboretum’s land train is the perfect way to discover the stories behind many of our fascinating memorials. Ideal for first time visitors, the land train tour takes 50 minutes and is accessible for manual wheel chair users.
Only assistance dogs are permitted on the Land Train.
Adult £7.50 | Children (5-15 years) £3.75 | Under 5's Free | Family (up to 5 persons, max. 2 adults) £19.00
Groups (10+ persons) please call 01283 245 100 to book
Please speak to our team at the Welcome Desk for the daily timetable. Please note the Land Train does not operate in January.
Our 150-acre site is full of treasures waiting to be discovered, although some of these are a distance from our Remembrance Centre. Join one of our expert volunteer guides on a buggy tour to ensure you don’t miss out.
40 minutes | Subject to availability
Adult £7.50 | Children (5-15 years) £3.75 | Under 5's free
Our Tailor-made Tours are ideal for groups of up to seven people and make a great gift. We'll provide an experienced volunteer guide as your personal host for the day as well as a mouth-watering two course lunch in our restaurant.
Tailor-made tours must be booked in advance and are subject to availability.
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