Gardens Illustrated Magazine

A PEACEFUL PLACE OF REMEMBRANC­E AND INSPIRATIO­N

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REMEMBRANC­E

The 350 memorials honour not just the military but also the emergency services and other organisati­ons such as the Women’s Institute, the Women’s Land Army, Scouts, the RNLI and Salvation Army.

TAKE YOUR TIME

The Remembranc­e Centre features exhibition spaces, Gift Shop and restaurant. From here the stunning Boyes Garden leads visitors out into the site.

REAL STORIES

There’s a story behind each of the thought-provoking memorials – each a work of art in itself. Take a guided tour or listen to a talk and be enthralled as the stories really come to life.

INSPIRATIO­N

The Arboretum is a wonderful place to visit for a calm, peaceful walk through the beautiful woodland. Wander down avenues rememberin­g those who gave their lives, or just enjoy the variety of landscapes and gardens.

EXHIBITION­S

The fascinatin­g Landscapes

of Life exhibition explores how and why we remember. The Thank You: Legacies of

War exhibition opens on 3 August and features the now everyday items whose developmen­t can be traced to the First World War. The National Memorial Arboretum is open daily (except Christmas Day), 9am-5pm (dusk in winter). Entry is free but donations are welcomed.

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