A SELECTION OF SOME FANTASTIC SUMMER EVENTS COMING SOON:

25 JUN – 11 NOV: Replica 1940s war rooms installation

Explore a 1940s RAF Command and Operations room and get ready for inspection in the billet room. Children can dress up, get into character and meet costumed interpreters (selected dates from 23 June until 30 September).

14 JUL – 2 SEPT: First World War Children’s Thank You backpacks

Throughout the summer holidays, younger visitors can discover the stories behind a variety of First World War characters with Thank You backpacks, which contain dressing up items, exploratory resources and mini mission cards.

14 AND 15 JUL: The Luna Cinema: and Pretty Woman Darkest Hour

A unique outdoor evening experience. The Luna Cinema will be showing two enthralling films: 90s classic Pretty Woman on Saturday 14 July and on Sunday 15 July, Darkest Hour, which follows Prime Minister Winston Churchill during his first weeks in office.

UNTIL 31 JUL: Football Legends Guided Walks

From famous faces to heroes of the First World War, this walk will take you around memorials with links to the world of football. Don’t miss this one – it’s only available on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Sundays during the World Cup period.

4 AUG: Summer Proms at the Arboretum

As the sun begins to set over the grounds of the Arboretum, the Band of The Royal Anglian Regiment and other special guests will regale the audience with a rousing performance featuring a repertoire of traditional Proms favourites. The evening will finish with a fantastic firework finale.