CELEBRATIONS are set to mark the 25th anniversary of the National Memorial Arboretum this weekend.
The nation’s place of remembrance was the brainchild of Royal Navy veteran Commander David Childs CBE.
It opened in 2001 and has gone on to feature more than 420 memorials from military, emergency services and civilian organisations.
The arboretum has also hosted visits by members of the royal family over the past 25 years.
To mark the anniversary, a weekend of celebrations will take place on 16th and 17th MAy, featuring live music, storytelling performances and chances to reflect.
Cllr Martin Murray, leader of Staffordshire County Council, said:
“The National Memorial Arboretum is of such national and international importance, and we are incredibly proud that this special place found its home in Staffordshire.
“For 25 years, the arboretum has provided a space where people can come together to reflect, remember and learn, whatever their background or connection to the many stories preserved within this living remembrance landscape.
“This anniversary is not just about looking back at how far the arboretum has come, but recognising its ongoing role in bringing communities together and ensuring remembrance remains meaningful for future generations.”
For more information on the anniversary weekend, visit the National Memorial Arboretum website.
