Saltram - National Trust

Saltram - National Trust A house full of treasures, stories and intrigue. A magical garden to lose yourself in, plus extensive parkland for everyone to enjoy.
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Saltram is still a largely undiscovered treasure, and the result of centuries of sophistication and extravagance just waiting for you to discover! The perfect family day out: close to Plymouth and yet in a world of its own. Home to the Parker family for nearly 300 years, the house with its original contents provides a fascinating insight into country-es

tate life throughout the centuries. Fine Robert Adam interiors and beautiful collections bring the 'age of elegance' to life at Saltram. Learn about some of the fascinating characters and family stories, including the correspondence between Frances, the first Countess, and Jane Austen. Surrounding the house is a beautiful 20+ acre garden, in which there are many plants of interest year round as well as historic statuary, follies and an orangery. The garden has excellent accessibility all year round and the many pathways that weave through the myriad of plants, from stunning large trees to herbaceous borders, provide sights and smells to capture the imagination of all ages.

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✨Looking for something different to do this week? ✨Tickets are available to join .craft  on Thursday 27 August at Saltra...
24/08/2026

✨Looking for something different to do this week? ✨

Tickets are available to join .craft on Thursday 27 August at Saltram. Loose yourself in a world imagination and creativity, crafting magical mini sculptures and characters, all from natural and foraged materials. Look at the amazing creations that were made at the last workshops!

Thursday 27 August at 10:30am, 12pm, 1:45pm & 3:15pm.

Booking is essential, tickets are £12 and are available now on the website. Suitable for children 4+. Children must be accompanied by an adult throughout the workshop.

Car parking charges apply, unless a National Trust member. Please note, your ticket does not include entry to the house & garden.

Visit the event page on the Saltram website to book your tickets, and for more information. ⬇
https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/devon/saltram/events

Who's ready for a space adventure?! 🌕👨‍🚀🔭🚀This Friday step into the unknown and discover amazing constellations, explore...
23/08/2026

Who's ready for a space adventure?! 🌕👨‍🚀🔭🚀

This Friday step into the unknown and discover amazing constellations, explore the wonders of our solar system and learn to navigate the night sky as sailors did with the team from Space Odyssey.

The inflatable dome will be visiting the Orangery in Saltram garden for four days over the bank holiday weekend each day between 10am- 4pm.

The details:
⭐ You do not need to pre-book in advance to join this space adventure, there will be multiple sessions running throughout each day.
⭐Please be prepared to queue outside, as numbers for each session are capped to how many families fit inside the dome, so entry cannot always be guaranteed
⭐The planetarium is a free activity and is suitable for space explorers of all ages. (Garden admission will apply for non members)

We're hiring! 👋We are looking for Food and Beverage Team members to support Saltram's busy café and a Cook to join the k...
21/08/2026

We're hiring! 👋
We are looking for Food and Beverage Team members to support Saltram's busy café and a Cook to join the kitchen team.

Whether you have a passion for food, or are looking for customer service experience, we would love to hear from you. Click the links below to find out more and to apply.

Closing date Sunday 23rd August.

Food and Beverage Team member:
https://careers.nationaltrust.org.uk/OA_HTML/a/ #/vacancy-detail/179044

Cook:
https://careers.nationaltrust.org.uk/OA_HTML/a/ #/vacancy-detail/179046

19/08/2026

The prolonged dry weather has left our lawns looking parched.

It's also revealed the outline of a lost 19th-century garden that belonged to the Parker family at Saltram House in Plymouth. Historic photographs show us how the formal garden design would have looked in its heyday.

Known for their ornamental designs and display of horticultural skill, parterres were very fashionable in the 17th century and saw a revival in the 19th century.

This is when Saltram’s very own parterre was believed to have been created. It was enclosed by stone pillars and chains covered in ivy, and the beds were planted with beautiful summer flowers. It had a central pond planted with water lilies and this is the stand-out feature we can see in the parch marks on the lawn today.

When the Trust took over the house and gardens in 1957 it was in a state of disrepair, so the lawn returned to its Georgian-era in keeping with the house and its collection.

Gardeners across the country will be hoping for more than a little light relief with rain forecast for this week.

Luck be a Lady of the ManorIntroducing Bridget, Saltram's resident feline on  It's a tough job being the fluffiest membe...
17/08/2026

Luck be a Lady of the Manor

Introducing Bridget, Saltram's resident feline on

It's a tough job being the fluffiest member of the team.

Check out what’s on in a Summer of Play at Saltram this week. Keep reading to find out more.  ⬇ 🌳Garden entry ticket pri...
16/08/2026

Check out what’s on in a Summer of Play at Saltram this week. Keep reading to find out more. ⬇
🌳Garden entry ticket prices and car parking charges apply unless a National Trust member. Some of the activities below need to be pre-booked and have an additional charge, please check event information. Visit the website for more information about your visit.
https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/devon/saltram/events

🎨Monday 17 & Tuesday 18 August - Maritime family crafting. Little sailors and their grown-up crew are invited to unleash your creativity and make treasures to take home. Drop in to Stable 6 between 11am-2:45pm. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

🐝 Wednesday 19 August – Wild Wednesday. *Sold out.

⭐Thursday 20 August - Pokémon Battles with Star Gaming. Whether you're a seasoned competitor or battling for fun, or would like to learn to play or trade cards, everyone is welcome.
Battles will be running between 11am -3pm in the Orangery for drop-in sessions. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Dark Star Gaming are official Pokémon suppliers and will be hosting these battles.

🏅Friday 21 August - Family Game Day. Gather your crew, with all hands on deck for fun, fitness, and family-friendly competition. Visit East lawn anytime between 11am-3pm. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

🎨Sunday 23 August – Manga with Mia. Tickets available on the website, £8 per person. These sessions are open to children aged 8+ and adults, under 18’s must be accompanied by an adult (no booking required for accompanying adult if not taking part).
Manga art workshops, 10am & 11:30am – A 1 hour step by step guide on how to draw and create a character/figure in the popular Japanese Manga style.
Make your own mini-Manga comic, 1pm - This workshop will focus on creating your own mini-manga comic.

There’s something for all the family this week at Saltram, find out more below.   *Garden entry ticket and car parking p...
10/08/2026

There’s something for all the family this week at Saltram, find out more below.
*Garden entry ticket and car parking prices apply unless a National Trust member. Some of the activities below need to be pre-booked and have an additional charge. Please check event information on the link below where you can also book tickets if required. ⬇
https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/devon/saltram/events

🌳Garden tour – Wednesday 12 August, 11am. Join one of Saltram's garden team for a walk and talk around the garden, learn about its history and highlights, and get an exclusive look behind the scenes. Booking is essential, tickets are £4 and available now on the website. Please note the tour ticket does not include garden entry and a garden entry ticket will need to be purchased upon arrival, unless a National Trust member.

🎨Crafting with Naturemake – Thursday 13 August at 10:30am, 12pm & 1:45pm. Loose yourself in a world imagination and creativity with Naturemake. All workshops have items which are made from natural and foraged materials. Booking is essential, tickets are £12 and are available now on the website. Suitable for children 4+. Children must be accompanied by an adult throughout the workshop.

Free* activities also continue through the week …

🎨 Monday 10 & Tuesday 11 August - Maritime family crafting. Little sailors and their grown-up crew are invited to unleash your creativity and make treasures to take home. Drop in anytime to Stable 6 between 11am-2:45pm. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

⚓ Wednesday 12 August - Storytelling with Stiltskin Creative Arts & Theatre Co. in 'All at Sea'. Set sail with salty sea dogs Barnabus B and Skipjack T, who will share their stories of fishy adventures with you. Showtimes at 11am & 1:30pm, meeting outside the Orangery.
The session will be approximately 1 hour duration and takes a route around the garden. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

🎾Thursday 13 & Friday 14 August - Gather your crew, with all hands-on deck for fun, fitness, and family-friendly competition. Visit East lawn anytime between 11am-3pm. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

09/08/2026

We’re looking forward to another week packed full of fun in a Summer of Play at Saltram. On Wednesday 12 August, we welcome back Stiltskin theatre as they tell the stories of ‘All at Sea’ in the garden. Start times at 11am and 1:30pm, meeting at the Orangery. Garden entry ticket price applies, or free for National Trust members. Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times.

Read more to find out what other activities we have this week (Monday 10 – Sunday 16). Visit the website to find out full details about the activities below. ⬇

🎨Monday 10 & Tuesday 11 – Free family crafting in Stable 6
⚓Wednesday 12 – Storytelling in the garden with Stiltskin Theatre Company
🎨Thursday 13 – Naturemake crafting in Stable 6 *Tickets £8, booking required
🏅Thursday 13 & Friday 14 – Family game days in the garden

Link to event page on the website here ⬇
https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/devon/saltram/events

07/08/2026

A new way to experience the Dining room at Saltram.

Your hosts for this evening, John Paker II and the Honourable Anne Robinson, invite you to come and take a seat at the dining room table. Pick up a menu and learn more about what would have been served for a formal dinner in the 18th century, who you would be dining with, and the servants who helped prepare for this occasion. The dinner set chosen for the occasion has been created especially by Arts University student Rosie Eagle . Both crafted and painted by hand, on these pieces you will see motifs of both favourites featured on the dinner menu and the collection at Saltram.
Whilst you’re with us, don’t forget to explore and look closer than ever at the details of the Robert Adam designed interior.
Younger guests also have another table to enjoy. Play pretend whilst they prepare and host their own dinner party. On display until mid-September. House and garden entry ticket prices apply, or free for National Trust members.

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Saltram, Plympton
Plymouth
PL71UH

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 5pm
Tuesday 10am - 5pm
Wednesday 10am - 5pm
Thursday 10am - 5pm
Friday 10am - 5pm
Saturday 10am - 5pm
Sunday 10am - 5pm

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