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Memorial information

The Arboretum houses some unusual memorials, many of which are visible from the Visitor Centre.

The memorials fall into several categories:
  • Military
  • Civil Services (Police, Fire Brigade, Ambulance)
  • Charities
  • Local organisations
  • Overseas organisations

Click here to see a full list of all the memorials at the Arboretum.

A comprehensive guide book in full-colour, is available from the Visitor Centre for £5.00.

 
Burma railway with Little Remembrance Crosses at the Arboretum
A section of the notorious Burma Railway preserved at the Arboretum.

Among the memorials are the following:

The Millennium Chapel of Peace and Forgiveness

The Far East Prisoner of War (FEPOW) Memorial Building

The Armed Forces Memorial

A panoramic view of the Arboretum including the AFM and other memorials
A panoramic view of the Arboretum including the Armed Forces Memorial and other memorials

If you are interested in information about other War Memorials, the North East War Memorials Project aims to record every War Memorial located between the river Tweed and river Tees.

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