ππ‘π ππ«π’π§πππ¬π¬ π¨π πππ₯ππ¬ has donated Catherineβs Roses plants to the National Memorial Arboretum, which are now in bloom for the first time.
Eighty Catherineβs Roses were donated to the Alrewas venue to create the first memorial to be installed at the estate, a sculpted wooden Polar Bear commemorating the service of the ππππ‘ (πππ¬π ππ’ππ’π§π ) ππ§πππ§ππ«π² ππ’π―π’π¬π’π¨π§.
Philippa Rawlinson, director of the National Memorial Arboretum, said:
β This beautiful donation from Her Royal Highness The Princess of Wales reflects our shared values and belief in the importance of taking time to pause, reflect and remember.
The symbolism intrinsic to Catherineβs Roses aligns closely with our mission as the Nationβs year-round place to remember and it is so fitting that they should first come into bloom as we celebrate our 25th anniversary.
As the flowers come into bloom each year, they will create a living tribute that visitors can enjoy while taking time to remember loved ones, reflect on service and find comfort in nature.
We are grateful for The Princessβ thoughtful support and her recognition of the important role that landscapes such as ours play in supporting wellbeing.β
