We are here to keep precious memories alive, pay tribute to those who have served and sacrificed for our nation, and to ensure the unique human stories behind the memorials are shared, enjoyed and never forgotten.
Your donation will help to ensure that we continue to educate future generations, as we inspire them with the important stories we share, provide a safe space for those processing complicated emotions and help our communities celebrate lives lived and remember lives lost.
As part of the Royal British Legion charity, the Arboretum relies on the generous support of our donors, friends, partners and sponsors.
The Arboretum is about celebrating lives lived as well as commemorating lives lost, so it’s okay to enjoy yourself whilst supporting a good cause. From a sponsored walk to a coffee morning with friends, there’s so many different ways to raise money - simply sign up to Just Giving or another donation platform to get started.
One of the most rewarding ways to support the Arboretum is to become an NMA Friend. Our membership scheme provides lots of benefits to you, whilst you support our charity, ensuring we can continue our work.
Lucy Aldridge lost her son William on 10 July 2009, aged just 18. He was the youngest soldier to be lost in Afghanistan, and his name is inscribed on both the Bastion Memorial Wall and the Armed Forces Memorial.
