We look forward to welcoming visitors to the National Memorial Arboretum this Easter holiday. Please be aware that planned improvement works on the A38 at Lichfield, in place from 27 March to 8 April, may affect some visitor road travel. The Arboretum will remain open daily as normal, from 10am – 5pm, and signposted diversion routes will remain in place to support journeys impacted.
To celebrate the The UK's first memorial for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender armed-forces personnel*, we will be running a day exploring themes around the design and concept of the memorial, the themes behind it and reflections on lived experiences.
Exploring personal stories within LGBTQ+ military history, students will take part in creative sessions around the memorial’s ‘Opened Letter’ design, undertake a moment of reflection to honour those that served in silence, and celebrate a future of openness and pride.
*Memorial expected Autumn 2025
To book your students spot on this free activity day for Key Stage 3, please use our online booking form below.
