Remembrance at the Arboretum

The Arboretum grounds provide a quiet year-round space for reflection and contemplation.

 

During November, public services of Remembrance will be held here at the Arboretum. We encourage visitors to book in advance where possible, but all are welcome. 

RBL Field of Remembrance

Field of Remembrance

The Royal British Legion's Field of Remembrance is returning to the Arboretum between Friday 31 October - Sunday 16 November.

 

The Tributes planted in the Fields of Remembrance each carry a personal message to someone who lost their life in Service for our country.

 

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Remembrance Sunday

 

On Sunday 9 November we will be joining the rest of the country in remembering those who have served and sacrificed, during our annual Remembrance Sunday Service of Remembrance. The Service is free to attend, and will take place at the base of the Armed Forces Memorial. The Service will also be relayed on a large screen in Heroes' Square. 

 

We are anticipating a very busy day at the National Memorial Arboretum as thousands of people gather to pay their respects at the Nation’s year-round place to remember. We strongly encourage booking your car parking space in advance to guarantee entry ahead of our Remembrance Sunday Service as only limited parking spaces are available.

 

Remembrance Sunday Service
Poppy Wreaths laid at Armistice Day 2022

Armistice Day

On Tuesday 11 November we will hold a service on the Armed Forces Memorial to mark Armistice Day.

 

Due to the limited capacity on the Armed Forces Memorial, visitors wishing to watch the service on top of the Memorial will require a ticket. Due to their high demand, applications for tickets have now closed, however visitors without tickets will be able to view and participate in the service from Heroes' Square, where the service will be shown on a large screen. 

 

Armistice Day
Wreath Laying from Remembrance Sunday 2023