The Arboretum's poet-in-residence takes to the grounds of the Arboretum for up to a 2-year period, exploring the surroundings, landscape, and memorials through the art of poetry. Combining the essence of the Arboretum and the art of reflection, the aim of the programme is to create a selection of unique and original poems for the duration of the residency.

School Chidlren Taking part in a WW2 Explorer Day, looking at ration packs

Arboretum Explorer Days

Our Explorer Days have been designed to encourage students to form their own opinions and arguments around key themes, through a range of indoor and outdoor interactive sessions

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KS2 students on a guided walk around the Arboretum

Short Workshops

Only have time for a quick visit, or want to enhance your self-led visit? Our shorter workshops start from 30 minutes, and can be tailored to a range of Key Stages.

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Key Stage One Students taking part in craft workshops in the Arboretum's classrooms

Facilitated Workshops and Activities

Using our natural landscape as inspiration for a series of workshops and activities, we support various curriculum-based objectives through our fully inclusive learning programme.

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School Children at the Fire and Rescue Service Memorial

Guided Tours

A guided tour at the National Memorial Arboretum offers a meaningful and age-appropriate experience for students of all ages. Set in a beautifully landscaped setting, the Arboretum brings history to life through its memorials and stories of service and sacrifice.

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Key Stage 1 students taking part in arts and crafts

In-School Activities

Can’t visit us? Let us come to you with one of our specially adapted activities or workshops.

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Self-Led Visits

Poet-in-Residence

Arboretum Explorer Days

Short Workshops

Facilitated Workshops and Activities

Guided Tours

In-School Activities