Visit to the 'Illuminated Arboretum' event at the National Memorial Arboretum in Staffordshire

[Tonks]

On what will probably be my last trip away in the van this year I headed from Wiltshire to Staffs on Thursday for the NMA's sold-out Illuminated Arboretum event. Very well done with some cleverly thought out effects and interactive bits and pieces as well as pretty lights! Must've taken months of planning. About a mile of trail with various light effects along the way.

Stopped at a nice Britstop afterwards before heading home on Friday. Their kitchen had just closed so I was glad of the jacket spud and coffee I'd had a few hours earlier at the Arboretum, but I went in for a drink and a snack before settling down in the van for the night.

The illuminations are highly recommended. If you're interested, keep an eye for tickets and book early next year.

 

[David and Sally]

Great pics there. Well done.

 

[ChrisSue]

Is there car parking capacity for larger motorhomes please?

 

[Tonks]

Is there car parking capacity for larger motorhomes please?

Yes, there is. They diverted me into a 'large vehicle area' even though my VW isn't any bigger than most modern estate cars. They have two large car parks. The second is a bit further from the entrance, but there's more space for big motorhomes.

 

[Madmag]

How long before the event does booking open, sounds like one to watch out for. Been there once before in a cold November Day, very moving.

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[Tonks]

How long before the event does booking open, sounds like one to watch out for. Been there once before in a cold November Day, very moving.

I bought my tickets in mid-September, so I'd probably check end Aug/early September for 2022.
I've also been there on a 'normal' day and it was wonderful. I'd like to go back, perhaps a summer visit next time!

 

[Madmag]

Yes. Perhaps a bit less somber when the sun is shiny.

 

[Madmag]

Should say sombre that’s auto correct for you!

 

[ChrisSue]

Yes, there is. They diverted me into a 'large vehicle area' even though my VW isn't any bigger than most modern estate cars. They have two large car parks. The second is a bit further from the entrance, but there's more space for big motorhomes.

That's great. Thank you for the information Tonks I think we'll make it an autumn trip next year