Saltram
Devon, England
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Key facts
- Operator
- National Trust
- Condition
- Intact
- Access
- Staffed, ticketed
- Entry pass
- National Trust Explorer Pass
- Membership
- Covered by National Trust annual membership - what it costs per visit
- Nearest station
- Plymouth, 2.8 miles (straight-line)
- Note
- One of the largest country houses in Devon, with rooms decorated by Robert Adam
Pinpoint
Saltram, Plympton, Plymouth PL7 1UH
Telephone 01752 333500
Possible Opening Hours*
*Opening times change. Always check the official website before you travel.
| Monday | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Tuesday | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Thursday | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Friday | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Saturday | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Sunday | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
Visitor essentials
- Parking
- Free for National Trust members, £3 for non-members; accessible disabled parking available; one-way system in place
- Access
- Level, wide paths in garden suitable for wheelchairs; all-terrain tramper available to book
- Facilities
- Chapel Café and Park Café, shop, second-hand bookshop, visitor welcome centre, toilets with baby changing
- Dogs
- Allowed anywhere in parkland but not in the house; assistance dogs only in house and historic garden buildings
- Safety
- Majority of parking on gravel; overflow on grass or matting (may close during bad weather); play area currently closed for maintenance
Saltram began as a Tudor house before three Georgian wings were added to create a Palladian mansion, and it's now one of the largest country houses in Devon, with interiors including rooms decorated by Robert Adam. Visitors describe room after room of 18th and 19th-century furniture and artwork, with well-informed volunteer guides stationed throughout, plus a sensory area recreating a naval battle scent. Reviewers rate it among their favourite National Trust properties, citing genuine thoughtfulness toward visitors alongside the scale of the collection.
At a glance
Who to know
Robert Adam · altered and greatly expanded the original Tudor house twice; the Saloon is considered one of his finest interiors
Worth the trip
The Robert Adam-decorated rooms, filled with original furniture and 18th and 19th-century artwork.
Before you go
Follow the signposted route rather than your sat nav to find the car park - and note the tea room in the chapel runs the standard NT menu with no local variation.
What visitors say
Saltram reviews · 4.6 / 5 across 3,828 Google reviews
Reviewers consistently praise Saltram's grand rooms, artworks and knowledgeable room guides, describing the house as a Tudor core expanded into a Palladian mansion with detailed history shared throughout. The cafe in the former chapel and the gardens, orangery and pond are mentioned favourably, and one reviewer highlights the thoughtful provision of multiple vegan and allergy-friendly options, including during Easter activities, as making a real difference for their family.
A couple of visitors note the volunteer guides positioned in every room can feel a little insistent on sharing information for those who prefer to explore independently. Sat nav directions are flagged as unreliable, with official signage recommended instead.
“Great house, full of the furniture it contained for its private owners. Really interesting history, helpful room guides who explained many things.”- Mike Austin, visitor review
Practical notes from visitors
Quoted from individual Google reviews, not verified with the operator - treat as a steer, not gospel, and check before you travel.
- Facilities
- “Outside you will find a delightful café in the former chapel with additional tables under century old trees.” - Flying Fish
Common questions about Saltram
Where is Saltram?
Saltram is in Devon, England, at Saltram, Plympton, Plymouth PL7 1UH.
Do you need a ticket to visit Saltram?
Yes - Saltram is a staffed, ticketed attraction run by National Trust. Ticket prices and opening hours change through the year, so check the official site before travelling.
What is the highlight of visiting Saltram?
The Robert Adam-decorated rooms, filled with original furniture and 18th and 19th-century artwork.
Is Saltram a ruin or still intact?
Saltram is largely intact - One of the largest country houses in Devon, with rooms decorated by Robert Adam.
