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Aspects At The National Memorial Arboretum, Oak Suite

From
£3000 min spend
Up to
500 guests
Offers
catering
Internal Catering
allowed

Aspects at the National Memorial Arboretum is a brand new contemporary facility providing seven flexible spaces for between 12 and 500 guests.

The new dedicated events building which opened in October 2018, boasts a spectacular main suite with inspirational views across the Arboretum and Armed Forces Memorial, providing a remarkable location for conferencing and events.

Located on the edge of the National Forest in Staffordshire, the Arboretum provides a central meeting point with a unique difference; it's meaning, its national significance and its stunning landscape.

The Arboretum's extraordinary setting offers the opportunity to shed the constraints of the corporate world; to shift perspective, make space to think differently, spark creativity and foster feelings of inspiration, awe and gratitude.

Each memorial has a story to tell and many represent remarkable acts of leadership, tenacity and teamwork. A positive inspiration, they can be used to enhance away days or training programmes to empower, motivate and inspire employees.

Our Oak Suite, with wall-to-ceiling glass framing the spectacular Arboretum and Armed Forces Memorial, holds 300 banquet, 180 cabaret or 500 theatre. Designed to be flexible, the Oak Suite can be divided in three, offering spaces suitable for 60 – 120 guests each. Each includes plug and play AV, which can be linked together for the larger suite.

Capacity & layout

Standing

up to 500

Theatre

up to 500

Cabaret

up to 180

Catering & drinks

Catering arrangements

Catering facilities

Alcohol

Amenities

Stage

Cloakroom

Air conditioning

Disabled access

Lectern

Public transport

Premises parking

Overnight accommodation

Breakout rooms

Audio & visual

Sound system

Microphone

Projector & screen

WiFi

Other

Main projection and three repeater screens are available. Integrated PA system with four microphones available.

Space rules

Cancellation policy

Strict (50% refund up until 14 days prior to arrival, except fees)

Other rules

As the Nation's centre of Remembrance we're unable to host weddings or wedding receptions within Aspects.

Location

Reviews

Sharon Gaiger
November 2024
Amazing memorials. Extensive grounds. Very emotive place to remember all that have been lost. Large cafe, reasonable prices. Free entry, £6 to park or £4 online. Highly recommend a visit here
Ian James
December 2024
Recently went to the illuminated Arboretum event. Extraordinary experience. Every exhibition was tactile. Controlling spot lights, games, changing lights it was amazing. The biggest surprise was the main memorial. The kids discovered that you could speak intro the walls and it projected over 50 metres away. Brilliantly clever harmonics.
Salim Miah
October 2024
The National Memorial Arboretum offers an exceptional experience for a family day out, with its over 100-acre landscape filled with unique and thoughtfully designed memorials dedicated to fallen soldiers and service personnel. Each monument tells a story and stands as a respectful tribute, making the experience both impactful and educational. Customer service stands out as exemplary. When I inquired about a multi-faith prayer area, the receptionist was incredibly accommodating, going above and beyond to help me find a suitable space. This attention to visitor needs is appreciated, though having a dedicated multi-faith room would be a valuable addition for the diverse backgrounds of people who visit the arboretum. Parking cost £6 on my visit, and admission was free. The site also includes a well-stocked gift shop and a spacious restaurant area with indoor and outdoor seating, providing ample options for dining or relaxing. A sunny day enhances the visit, as the grounds are best enjoyed with clear skies. Highly recommend this as a meaningful and memorable outing!
Duncan Hewitt
Invalid Date
We've been several times and each time we learn something new, with references to look up when we're home. It's a thought-provoking location which, to my mind, handles the personal subject of memorials in an extremely sympathetic way. Each memorial has been designed by the group concerned, all have meanings, some obvious, some hidden, and many very clever, intertwining the story of the group into the memorial itself. It's a place full of sobriety, memories and wonder which I could never tire of visiting. I thoroughly recommend the buggy tour - it's well worth the £5 and gives an insight into a portion of the memorials on the tour.
Gordon Fleming
November 2024
This place is a lot bigger than we thought. There are a multitude of exhibits in the grounds. I would advise taking the tour train as you get a commentary of the displays as you pass them. If you want to walk around you will need hours. The cafe and shop are very good. The displays are first class and well laid out. Well worth a visit. It is free to get in, parking is charged at £6 per day (2024).
Grant Bremner
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A very special place to visit with so many memorials to view, set against beautifully landscaped gardens. Entrance is free but donations are welcome so they can continue to keep it free for everybody. There is a land train which takes you through the gardens with occasional stops. There is a commentary on-board which is very interesting but you have to pay a small fee for this service. The centerpiece is The Wall where the names of servicemen and women that died serving their country are inscribed. It is a very peaceful and thoughtful place and a must for all to visit. There is a cafe serving hot and cold food and the car park is free.
Alistair Nottle
Invalid Date
Surprisingly family friendly experience. We took our six year old and two year old for a visit and weren't sure whether it would be interesting enough for them. Fortunately the land train was exciting enough for them whilst allowing the adults the chance to see the 'grown up stuff'. There's also a couple of playgrounds to keep the kids happy. The restaurant was very nice and reasonable value, especially when the profits go to a good cause. We didn't visit the exhibition, but overheard people speaking highly of it. Overall a good family day out and we'll probably look to visit again when next in the area.
Hayley Harrison
December 2024
The lights were brilliant, very interactive and so beautiful. I've removed a star as the toilets near the food trucks on the trail didn't have a baby change which would have been very useful especially as we wouldn't have known how much longer the trail was at that point.