Daily Activities

We have 150-acres of woodlands, memorials and gardens to explore. Here’s some suggestions of how you can get the most from your visit to the Arboretum:

The exterior of the millennium chapel at the Arboretum

Daily Act of Remembrance

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.

Free Daily Talks

Please speak to our Welcome Desk team for our daily talk timings:

Armed Forces Memorial Enjoy Staffordhshire (2)

Armed Forces Memorial

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.

NMA; Past, Present and Future

Join one of our volunteers to hear the history of the Arboretum, what's new to see around the grounds, and our future plans. 

Far East Prisoners of War Memorial Building

Far East Prisoners of War

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.

Shot at Dawn

This moving talk highlights the story of the 309 soldiers shot at Dawn during the First World War who were later posthumously pardoned.

Shot at Dawn Memorial
Image of Arboretum Volunteer talking to female visitor at the Burma Railway Memorial

Guided Walks

 

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

 

Land Train Tours

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

 

50 Minutes | Please speak to our team at the Welcome Desk for the daily timetable.


Land Train on its route past the Armed Forces Memorial

Guided Buggy Tour

 

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

Buggy Tour

Tailor-made Tours

 

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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