On this page we hope to inform you of any special events that will be taking place at the Arboretum in the near future. These will be added to as more information becomes available and dates are confirmed.

As there are too many dedications, events, etc., taking place during the next few months, to mention on this page. To book, or simply ask for more information, please contact the Arboretum direct, on Tel: 01283-792333 Email: nmainfo@britishlegion.org.uk Website: www.nationalmemorialarboretum.org.uk

May 2008

Saturday 10^th May
Palestine Veterans Service. 60th Anniversary of withdrawal from Palestine - 1.00 pm

Sunday 11^th May
Royal Green Jackets - 11.30 am

Saturday 17^th May
Early Morning Bird Walk, led by the Lichfield RSPB
The Eleventh Hussars Old Comrades - Dedication of new memorial - 2.30 pm
Civil Defence Event - 40th Anniversary of the stand down of the Civil Defence Corps and Auxiliary Fire Service.

Tuesday 20^th May
Memorial Masons#
Royal Signals.#
Fire Service.#
All the three organisations shown immediately above marked #, have asked that their services are by invitation only.

Thursday 22^nd May
Bosnia Remembrance Service Commemoration of withdrawal of troops . Attendance to this ceremony is by invitation only - 2.00 pm

Saturday 24^th May
Royal Military Police Annual Service of Remembrance - 11.30 am

June 2008

Wednesday 4^th June
The Shackleton Association. Buffet Lunch followed by a short service in the Chapel, then to the dedication of the new memorial to all those who were associated with Shackleton aircraft.
Details from Jim Box Tel : 01462 453315 - Mobile: 0775 9791359.