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Summer Volidays- HistoryScapes testing - 14-16yr olds

Step into the past with us and trial the a brand new app HistoryScapes. Head round the estate and follow the story of Henry Stockman, Saltram's carpenter from 250 years ago and tell us your thoughts on your experience!

  • Booking essential
  • Free event

Working in partnership with Exeter University, Saltram has supported the installation of a new GPS based history app around the estate. During this session we will head out and have a go at the trail, wondering the route and following the story of Henry Stockman, who worked on the estate 250 years ago. After the walk, we will capture feedback and thoughts about your experience.

Times

The basics

Booking details

Call 0344 249 1895

Suitability

14- 16yr olds

Meeting point

Please meet at the welcome centre 5 mins before the event is due to start.

What to bring and wear

Please wear footwear suitable for walking and the weather. Bring wellies and raincoats for rain and suncream and water for hot days.

Accessibility

This activity will take you on a loop of the riverside walk and parts of the garden. These are wheelchair accessible paths but have some uneven surfaces and gradients.

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