National Memorial Arboretum
Philippa Rawlinson is an accomplished professional with extensive experience in management and operations within heritage and charitable organizations. Currently serving as the Director of Remembrance at the Royal British Legion since September 2021, Philippa oversees the comprehensive Remembrance Portfolio and key national commemorative events. As Managing Director of the National Memorial Arboretum since August 2019, Philippa leads operations and strategic initiatives to ensure organizational success. Previous leadership roles include Director of Operations & Marketing at The Shakespeare Birthplace Trust and General Manager at various National Trust properties. Philippa's educational background includes a Master of Science in Conservation of Historic Buildings from the University of Bath and degrees in Natural Sciences from the University of Cambridge.
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National Memorial Arboretum
WHERE OUR NATION REMEMBERS The National Memorial Arboretum is the UK’s year-round centre of Remembrance; a spiritually uplifting place which honours the fallen, recognises service and sacrifice, and fosters pride in our country. The Arboretum is part of The Royal British Legion family of charities. Sited in the heart of the Nation, with 30,000 maturing trees and over 330 significant memorials set in 150 acres, it is a beautiful and lasting tribute to those who serve their country or who have died in conflict. Visitors from all walks of life number around 300,000 per year, including Service personnel, veterans, students of all ages, groups and individuals. Over 200 special events are held annually. The Act of Remembrance, including a Silence, is observed daily in the Millennium Chapel. The Arboretum is home to the striking Armed Forces Memorial which commemorates those who have been killed on duty or as a result of terrorism from the end of the Second World War to the present day.