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Pokémon Battles with Dark Star Gaming

It's your chance to battle, trade and have fun with Pokémon this Summer.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

Join us for exciting Pokemon battle tournaments hosted with Dark Star Gaming. Challenge fellow trainers, and battle for prizes, all in the unique setting of Saltram Orangery. 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 throughout the day between 11-3 for drop in sessions. Battles might be limited to 20 mins during peak times. Dark Star Gaming are official Pokémon suppliers and will be hosting these battles.

Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times. Car parking and garden admission charges apply unless an National Trust member. There are no charges to take part in the battle games.

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Prices

Event ticket prices

This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.

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The basics

Accessibility

The orangery is not step free. There will also be tables outside the orangery suitable for wheelchairs and pushchairs.

Meeting point

Please head to Visitor Welcome who will direct you to the Orangery in the garden

What to bring and wear

Please come dressed suitable for the weather

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