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INFORMATION
FOR VISITORS
Location
The Armed Forces Memorial is situated at the National Memorial Arboretum
which is located between Birmingham and Derby, just off the A38
north of Lichfield and south of Burton on Trent. You will see brown
signs from the A38 directing you to the A513 junction signposted
for Tamworth, where you will find the Arboretum.
The address is Croxall Road, Alrewas, Staffordshire DE13 7AR.
Opening Hours
The National Memorial Arboretum is open every day except Christmas
Day between 9am and 5pm (or dusk if earlier).
Admission Charges
There is no charge for admission although donations are welcomed
to help with the maintenance and upkeep of the site.
Car and Coach Parking
There is a large designated area for car and coach parking. Visitors
arriving independently by car should be aware that a charge of £2.00
per day is payable. Coach Operators should always book their arrival
times with the NMA on 01283 792333 to avoid disappointment.
Facilities for People with Disabilities
Accessibility - there is level access to the Visitor Centre where
disabled toilet facilities are available. There are also firm level
paths giving good access to much of the site.
Mobility - for less mobile visitors, wheelchairs and electric scooters
are available on loan from the Visitor Centre. To ensure availability
they should be booked in advance.
Assistance dogs accompanying their handlers are welcome at this
site.
Public Conveniences
Toilets, with facilities for people with disabilities and baby changing,
are situated within the Visitor Centre. If nursing mothers would
prefer privacy, please ask a member of staff.
Local accommodation
If you wish to stay in the area, the following local organisations
can supply information on tourist accommodation.
Visit Lichfield
(www.visitlichfield.co.uk)
Tel: +44 (0)1543 412112
The National
Forest (www.nationalforest.org)
Tel: +44 (0)1283 551211
Tamworth Borough
Council Tourist Information (www.visittamworth.co.uk)
Tel: 01827 709581
East Staffordshire
Tourist Information (www.enjoyeaststaffs.co.uk)
Tel: 01283 508111/508112
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