🌳 Important closure update – Monday 3rd and Tuesday 4th February 🌳 We’re sorry to say that Saltram will be closed on these two days due to the urgent felling of a Monterey Pine tree at the vehicular the entrance to the estate. This tree has sadly developed a large split in its trunk, making it unstable and a potential risk to nearby buildings and the road.To safely remove it, a 120-tonne crane will be used to dismantle the tree in stages. This means all access via Merafield Lodge will be closed as the crane will be positioned on the main entrance drive.What this means for visitors: ❌ No vehicular access to Saltram. The car park, shop, garden and welcome centre will all be closed ☕ The café will remain open and will be serving a limited menu and hot drinks for those arriving on foot or by bike🚶♂️ Pedestrian and cyclist access via Stag Lodge, Point, and Blaxton Meadow will still be possible. We know this isn’t ideal, and we’re really sad to lose such a beautiful tree, but safety must come first. 💚 Our lead ranger explains more in the reel! Thank you for your understanding, and we look forward to welcoming you back on Wednesday 5th February as normal! #Saltram #NationalTrust #Plymouth #TreeFelling #MontereyPine #SafetyFirst Accessibility: Saltram’s lead ranger stands in front of the Monterey pine and explains to camera why it is having to be felled. There is a close up shot of the Monterey pine tree, as well as cars entering Saltram, our lead ranger walking up to and pointing at the tree and the Welcome to Saltram sign.
We love seeing the incredible transformation of Saltram’s garden through the seasons 😍 A huge shoutout to our amazing gardeners whose hard work during autumn and winter lays the groundwork for the spectacular displays of spring and summer 🌸🪷🌼🌺 Who can’t wait for that sweet summer sun? ☀️National Trust National Trust South West #NationalTrust #Saltram #Plymouth #Spring #Summer #Gardening #HistoricGardens #History #Heritage #Nature
✨ From concept to creation, Christmas at Saltram has been a magical journey!Experience ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas brought to life🎄 There’s still time to make Saltram part of your Christmas story – book tickets via the link in the comments. Don’t miss out on the magic ✨💕 #Saltram #Christmas #NationalTrust #TwasTheNightBeforeChristmas #FestiveFun #ChristmasHolidays
Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house… 🌟 Step into the magic of Christmas at Saltram this year 🎄 Explore festive trails, sparkling interiors and festive enchantment at every turn. Bundle up and get ready for a magical winter walk in Saltram’s garden before retreating to our cosy tepee with a steaming hot chocolate ☕️ Who’s coming? 🤩 National Trust National Trust South West 🔗 book tickets via the link in our comments #Saltram #NationalTrust #Christmas #Plymouth #VisitPlymouth #FatherChristmas #ChristmasEvents
Happy birthday Angelica Kauffman
Happy 283rd birthday Angelica! 🥳🎂🎈🎁🎉
Celebrate Angelica Kauffman’s birthday on 30 October and see the largest in-situ collection of paintings by the most successful woman artist of her time and experience the music and stories that inspired the artist.
But be quick! The house closes on 2 November to install Christmas, reopening again on 22 November for heaps of festive magic 🎄🎅✨
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Meet Saltram’s tree boggarts! 🌳 🧌 We’ve been having fun in the forest school, crafting these mischievous creatures from nature’s treasures. And of course, no forest adventure is complete without toasting marshmallows over the fire pit! 🔥 🍡 #Saltram #Plymouth #NationalTrust #HalfTerm #Nature #ForestSchool
Join us for BSL sessions with Father Christmas 🎅 We have four dates with Father Christmas singing songs and telling stories, and two dates to meet him in his grotto for a present 🎁 Please book online via the link in our comments to join Father Christmas and BSL signer Jase Trotter for festive storytime and singing and a special grotto experience 🎶 ⛄️ ❄️#Saltram #NationalTrust #Christmas #Grotto #FatherChristmas #BSL #BritishSignLanguage #Deaf #DeafCommunity #Plymouth Accessibility: Saltram staff member Emily using British Sign Language to launch BSL Christmas experiences at Saltram. She is saying: ‘Hello, and welcome. This year at Saltram, what are we doing? Twas the Night before Christmas with BSL interpreter to help families who need help with BSL translation. When is this on? From November to December. What can you do? There are four dates with Father Christmas singing songs and stories. There are two dates to meet Father Christmas and give Christmas presents to your children. You must book online. Thank you. Bye!’
Ready to become a master of magic? Join us this October half-term for our Magic and Myths trail! 🧙♀️✨Dress in your spookiest outfit, grab a wand, and collect spells and charms around the garden to complete your spell book. Don’t miss out on broomstick racing, spell casting, and spooky games for the whole family! 🕸️🧹🎃✨📅 19 October - 3 November🎟️ National Trust members: Free | Admission charges apply for non-members 👻 🔗 National Trust National Trust South West Accessibility: Three Saltram staff members cast spells with wands around the Halloween garden trail. There are shots of pumpkins around the trail and some of our play offer, like broomstick racing and toss the ring on the witch’s hat. #Saltram #NationalTrust #Plymouth #Halloween #OctoberHalfTerm #PlymouthEvents #Magic
Visit Saltram in Black History Month to see the earliest depiction of a person of colour painted by Sir Joshua Reynolds.‘Jersey’ is likely to have been born in West Africa, enslaved as part of the transatlantic slave trade. It was not unusual for enslaved people to be taken into service in the households of English navel staff after being put to work onboard ships. His real name is not known, as he was probably named Jersey after Ourry’s birthplace. Commissioned by the Corporation of Plympton and painted in 1748, the portrait of ‘Jersey’ and Lieutenant Ourry hanging in the Saloon at Saltram will be at the National Trust’s Royal Oak Conservation Studio throughout 2025. Accessibility: Several shots of the Reynolds painting hanging in the Saloon at Saltram. Some shots pan over the face of the small boy ‘Jersey’. You can see a glint in his right eye as he is depicted gazing up to Lieutenant Ourry. The Lieutenant is gazing off to the left, standing tall in a powerful stance, not looking at the boy. #BlackHistoryMonth #BlackHistory #CulturalHeritage #Reynolds #Saltram #History #ArtConservation #NationalTrust #Plymouth
A little magic is stirring in Saltram’s garden... Our volunteers have been gathering special sticks, now ready to be charmed by our resident witches! 🧙♀️✨This Halloween, visit our wand shop at the Welcome Centre to collect your very own wand and spell book trail sheet. Then, embark on a spellbinding journey through the garden, casting spells and gathering magical charms to complete your training. Don’t miss out on broomstick races, spell-dodging fun, and the chance to practice your enchantments in our ‘Spell Casting Area.’ 💫The Magic & Myths Halloween Half-Term Trail runs from Saturday 19 October to Sunday 3 November. 🔗Find out more in the comments! #Halloween #Saltram #NationalTrust #Plymouth #Magic #FamilyEvents #Witch #Wizard
Time to make some cider? 😏 Every year our Ranger and Gardener volunteers and staff join together for Apple Picking Day. We collect all of the apples, gather for a barbecue and prepare for the change of seasons. Apples from the orchard are pressed ready to become a refreshing drink of cider 😋 National Trust National Trust South West #Saltram #Plymouth #NationalTrust #Apples #ApplePicking #Autumn
We have launched a brand new app at Saltram!📱We are excited to announce the launch of HistoryScapes, a new pilot app that brings the history of #Saltram to life. The GPS-based app takes you on a journey back in time, immersing you in the sights and sounds of Saltram in the late 18th century. As you explore Saltram, you’ll be guided by the character of Henry Stockman, a local carpenter who worked on the estate in the summer of 1775. Henry’s narrative provides a unique perspective on life at Saltram, moving between the world of the estate’s hired labourers and the grandeur of the Parker family. Via the app, you can follow Henry on his walk around the estate, where he checks up on his workmen, shares stories of the past, and introduces you to the people who lived and worked here. Who’s going to come and give it a go? 😍🔗 Click the link in our comments for more information National Trust National Trust South West #NationalTrust #History #Heritage #Nature #NationalLottery #HeritageFund #Plymouth #Devon #VisitPlymouth
