National Memorial Arboretum, Staffordshire, England
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The National Memorial Arboretum includes 150 acres of trees and memorials devoted to the concept of Remembrance. 50,000 trees have been planted and as each tree matures it will provide a variety of woodland areas and open grass spaces. The aim of this living memorial is to offer families and friends of those who have made the ultimate sacrifice for their country a green and pleasant land to remember their loved ones.
The National Memorial Arboretum was created in 1997 near Alrewas, Lichfield in Staffordshire. It is a living tribute to the personal sacrifices made by the armed and civil services of the United Kingdom.
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There are 120 dedicated plots on the site to individuals and organizations including the military, civilian victims of war, the Police, Fire Brigade and Ambulance services, charities, local and overseas organisations.
Buildings at the National Memorial Arboretum are the Millenium Chapel of Peace and Forgiveness, the FEPOW Memorial Building and the Armed Forces Memorial.
The Armed Forces Memorial
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The Armed Forces Memorial was dedicated in the presence of Her Majesty The Queen on 12th October 2007. The memorial is a national memorial to provide a focus in recognition and thanks to all those who have given their lives while serving their country since the Second World War.
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The memorial was designed by Liam O'Connor. Portland stone panels contain the names of those individuals who are honoured on the Memorial. In the centre of the stone structure there is a bronze wreath and two bronze sculptures by Ian Rank-Broadley.
Events at the National Memorial Arboretum
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There is a varied programme of events throughout the year at the Arboretum. A list of the events can be viewed on the National Memorial Arboretum website at:
A Venue for your own Event
The Arboretum offers an inspirational venue for weddings and Civil ceremonies and has facilities for conferences.
Planning a Visit to the N.M.A.
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For full details when planning your visit and to find out about opening hours, education visits, the gift shop, the Arbor Café and parking go to the N.M.A. website at:
For a full list of the memorial plots at the Arboretum go to
Donate to the N.M.A.
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The National Memorial Arboretum is a registered charity and welcomes donations. No gift is too small. To find out how you can help visit the website at
Visitor Information
National Memorial Arboretum, Croxall Road, Alrewas, Staffordshire DE13 7AR
Telephone: 01283 792333
Email: info@thenma.org.uk
Website: www.thenma.org.uk