Welcome to the Arboretum The National Memorial Arboretum celebrates lives lived and commemorates lives lost in service. Part of The Royal British Legion, it is the Nation’s year-round centre of Remembrance and home to over 350 memorials, nestled amongst almost 30,000 trees. Planting began in 1997 under the direction of Commander David Childs CBE who wished to create a special place where the lives of people would be remembered by living trees that would grow and mature in a world at peace. The 150-acre site is a rich tapestry of extraordinary stories of heroism, tenacity, teamwork and dedication. People from all di erent walks of life are represented with memorials to both military and civilian service.
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A5 M1 An Iconic Location An Inspirational Backdrop How to find us M40 Located on the edge of the National Forest in Every year new memorials are added to the The Arboretum’s extraordinary setting o ers Nature is in abundance in the ever-changing landscape, The Arboretum is centrally located between Burton Sta ordshire, in the heart of the country, the Arboretum and the variety of services and the opportunity to shed the constraints of the with something new to see throughout the year. upon Trent and Lichfield with easy access from Arboretum provides a central meeting point with organisations represented is vast. The memorials “Learn araer corporate world; to shift perspective, make space Studies have demonstrated that views of nature, natural the M6 (Toll), M42, A50, A38 and M1. Nearby train a unique di erence; its meaning, its national feature inspirational and artistic design elements, to think di erently, spark creativity, and foster daylight and walking can all have a positive e ect stations include Lichfield Trent Valley, Lichfield City, significance and its stunning landscape. many of which are embedded with symbolism to from trees, values feelings of inspiration, awe and gratitude. on creative thinking, productivity and stress levels. Burton upon Trent and Tamworth. tell the story of those represented. The gardens, Amongst the memorials on site, and visible the planting and the positioning are never from roots and Each memorial has a story to tell and many With beautiful gardens and woodlands to explore, from across the landscape, is the Armed Forces accidental; everything is done with a sense of represent remarkable acts of leadership, tenacity the Arboretum is the perfect place for organisations Memorial which was dedicated by Her Majesty purpose to create exploration and discovery. and teamwork. A positive inspiration, they can be to celebrate, motivate and build their teams. The Queen in 2007. It is a beautiful but stark ange from leaves” used to enhance away days or training programmes reminder that, despite two major world wars, many In 2018 the National Memorial Arboretum received Tasneem Hameed, Author to empower, motivate and inspire employees. still make the ultimate sacrifice for our Nation. VisitEngland’s Large Visitor Attraction of the Year award; an accolade which cements its national status and recognises its recent development and excellent customer service standards. Aspects Aspects at the National Memorial Arboretum is a contemporary facility, providing seven flexible spaces for between 12 and 500 guests. This new dedicated events building boasts a spectacular main suite with inspirational views across the Arboretum and Armed Forces Memorial, providing a remarkable location for conferencing and events. The Oak Suite Designed with Flexibility in Mind Breathtaking Aspects Features that Matter The Oak Suite, with floor-to-ceiling windows framing The flexibility of the Oak Suite ensures events of all The views from the Oak Suite are spectacular • Flexible layouts with multiple configurations spectacular views, holds up to 300 people for a sizes can be catered for within Aspects. Each room is throughout the seasons and each section • Natural daylight banquet, 180 cabaret style or 500 in a theatre format. designed to operate individually but also when joined of the room overlooks one or more of the Designed with flexibility in mind, the Oak Suite is together. This means that spaces can be adapted to Arboretum’s stunning memorials. • Three integrated overhead projectors with divisible by three to create smaller, more intimate suit your conference needs; o ering a larger suite in screens and wireless presentation ability spaces. Each section includes intuitive plug and play the morning for your key note speaker, and smaller The Beat (Police Memorial Avenue) is planted with AV, high ceilings with rigging points and outside breakout spaces in the afternoon for workshops. a tree for every Police Force in the United Kingdom. • Integrated PA system with lapel microphones Each force’s crest is displayed on a plaque beside access. A large, covered terrace spans the length • Feature lighting of the Oak Suite and is perfect for post-conference the tree. Horse chestnut trees were originally chosen drinks receptions and summer barbecues. because the first policemen, known as ‘peelers’ or • Adjoining outdoor terrace ‘bobbies’, carried truncheons made from this wood. • 4m ceiling height with rigging points The Armed Forces Memorial stands at the “ e legacy of heroes • Digital signage displays centre of the panoramic view from Oak 1 and, is the memory of after dusk, is subtly illuminated providing a • Three-phase power majestic backdrop for evening events. • Loading bay directly to the Oak Suite a great name and The Mediterranean Garden, with its varied maturing • WiFi trees and collection of symbolic memorials, the inheritance of a reminds guests that those remembered here great example.” have provided service across the globe. Benjamin Disraeli, 19th Century British Prime Minister
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Bar The Founders’ Room is located within our Oak 1 Remembrance Centre and provides an additional Oak 2 space for small to medium meetings, presentations Oak 3 and networking events. With access to Heroes’ Willow Square, it is suitable for 64 banquet or 80 theatre Hornbeam style. The Founders’ Room features overhead Meeting Rooms Willow Hornbeam Chestnut Alder Chestnut projection, HD screen and integrated sound. Alder
The meeting rooms; Alder, Chestnut, Hornbeam and Entrance Sta Only Willow have been designed with flexibility in mind, and can link or unlink to suit a range of meeting room sizes. Removable Wall Each room overlooks Heroes’ Square; the beautiful Ramped Access cloistered courtyard planted with red oaks, selected for their beautiful red foliage during autumn, the season of Remembrance. All the rooms are named after trees that can be found in the Arboretum. Aspects Floor Plan and Room Capacities With HD screens, wireless presentation and video conferencing facilities, they are superbly equipped. When linked together, an integrated overhead projector can be used as the main screen. Banquet Cabaret Reception Theatre Board Room Theatre Alder, the executive meeting room, also features Combined 300 180 500 500 1 Meeting Room 12 16 en-suite washroom facilities making it perfect Oak 1 120 72 200 200 2 Meeting Rooms 16 32 for VIP guests or keynote speakers. Oak 2 60 36 100 100 3 Meeting Rooms 24 48 Oak 3 120 72 200 200 4 Meeting Rooms 32 60 A fascinating range of add-ons can The Remembrance Centre be provided to enhance your event: Landscapes of Officially opened by His Royal Highness the Duke of The stories behind our memorials Cambridge in 2017, the Remembrance Centre features Guided Walks: Life Exhibition and the symbolism within them are fascinating. three exhibition galleries, an extensive restaurant, gift At the heart of the Remembrance Centre is Venture out with one of our expert guides and shop and a beautiful cloistered courtyard with garden. Landscapes of Life, an interactive exhibition hear some of the best anecdotes, tales of heroism A befitting gateway to the Arboretum, it is an award- which introduces visitors to the history of the and comradeship from 1914 to the present day. winning imposing building designed to impress. Arboretum, its significance and the wider The Arboretum’s land train is an excellent importance of Remembrance. Featuring Available to hire for evening dining for up to 150 guests, Land Train: way to take in a large proportion of the site’s impressive audio visual display, hands-on the Remembrance Centre has beautiful views across fascinating memorials and features a pre-recorded interactives and fascinating interpretation, it is Heroes’ Square and the Armed Forces Memorial. commentary en route. Highlights include the Shot a perfect environment for smaller gatherings, at Dawn Memorial, the Polish Forces War Memorial, pre-event drinks or intimate presentations. the Royal Air Forces Association Remembrance Exclusive hire is available during the evenings Garden and views across the Naval Review. but exhibition entry can also be provided to “You must be the Arboretum Guest Speakers: Our team of expert enhance a daytime meeting or event. guides can provide talks to your delegates on change you wish a wide range of Arboretum related subjects. Talks can be tailored to suit your group i.e. to see in the world” military, wildlife, trees and landscapes. Mahatma Ghandi, Indian Political Leader Shot at Dawn Memorial The Christmas Truce Memorial (Football Remembers)
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Royal Lifeboat Institution Memorial Food & Beverage Accommodation Events that Matter in a Corporate Friends Our accomplished chefs can cater to the highest Situated between Burton upon Trent and Lichfield, Becoming a Corporate Friend of the National Memorial standards, o ering beautifully cooked, great British the Arboretum is surrounded by a wide range Place that Matters Arboretum is the perfect way for your company to show food, using locally sourced ingredients. Menus are of accommodation types from four star hotels to Aspects at the National Memorial Arboretum is far support for all those that have given service to our nation. flexible and can be tailored to your needs both cosy B&Bs. Our team can help identify the best more than your average conference and event space. with your delegates and your budget in mind. accommodation for your needs. Shuttle buses and Your support will help ensure that the Arboretum group transport can also be arranged on request. Over 250 events are held at the Arboretum remains beautifully maintained and free to enter for The Millennium Chapel of Our commitment to outstanding, friendly and each and every year. Taking place across the everyone and that, through our work with thousands of approachable customer service is demonstrated site, these events vary in size from an intimate school children, teachers and families, we hand on the Peace and Forgiveness by our VisitEngland Award for Excellence Large service of Remembrance to large-scale set piece torch of Remembrance to future generations. Visitor Attraction of the Year 2018 (Gold). commemorations of up to 2000 people. The Chapel is only place in the country where the In return for your support, we can o er a superb package Act of Remembrance is observed every day. The Aspects provides a positive environment for our of benefits that will ensure the partnership is rewarding, act, consisting of the Last Post, the Two Minute event visitors to meet, reflect and reunite; it is a engaging and a successful part of your company’s Silence and the Reveille, is held at 11am. A range of options can be provided “I would like to give my sincere thanks and facility which has character, but remains a blank corporate social responsibility programme. to suit your event including: canvas for event organisers to make their own. The Chapel welcomes people of all faiths and none, A corporate friend brochure is available for download and aims to provide a space where everyone will • Bowl food gratitude for the excellent meals and service from our website; www.thenma.org.uk alternatively feel comfortable. It is open daily, for everyone to for further information contact us on 01283 245 100 or • Barbecues use – including delegates requiring a prayer room given by your a . e event went very Share your event with us and you will be: email [email protected]. or meditative space, but it is also available for hire • Canapés for group acts of worship for up to 120 guests. • Supporting a UK registered charity • Seated & served dining smoothly and numerous comments were made • Surrounded by stories that inspire • Hot and cold fork buets on how mu they had all enjoyed their meals. • At the heart of a nationally-important site • Finger buets e a were very helpful and ecient.” Brian Morley, BKWVA Lunch, July 2018 For booking information contact 01283 245 100 or email [email protected] For booking information contact 01283 245 100 or email [email protected]
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Aspects: Generously funded by The Royal British Legion, the Chancellor using LIBOR funds, Charity No. 1043992 the Greater Birmingham & Solihull Local Enterprise Partnership, The Veolia Environmental Trust and Landfill Communities Fund