Summer of Play - Planetarium
Fri 28 Aug · 10:00
Saltram
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The Summer of Play Planetarium is held at Saltram in Plymouth during the August Bank Holiday. The experience includes exploring the solar system, constellations, and the night sky. Admission is required.
Step inside the planetarium this August Bank Holiday and discover amazing constellations, explore the wonders of our solar system and see the night sky come to life with Space Odyssey.
You do not need to pre-book in advance to join this space adventure, there will be lots of sessions running throughout the day, please be prepared to queue outside, as numbers for each session are capped.
The planetarium is a free activity and is suitable for space explorers of all ages.
The Orangery is sadly not step free and cannot be accessed in a way that is suitable for wheelchair users.
The Orangery can get quite warm, so please dress and be prepared for the weather.
Garden admission charges apply, unless NT member.
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Weather on the day
Light drizzle · 18°C
Feels like 18°C · Chance of rain 31% · Wind 17 km/h
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Frequently asked questions
Summer of Play - Planetarium takes place on Friday, 28 August 2026 at 10:00. The event runs until Monday, 31 August 2026.
Summer of Play - Planetarium is held at Saltram in Plymouth (Plympton, Plymouth, Devon).
Tickets for Summer of Play - Planetarium can be booked via nationaltrust.org.uk using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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Summer of Play - Planetarium
Editorial Summary
The Summer of Play Planetarium is held at Saltram in Plymouth during the August Bank Holiday. The experience includes exploring the solar system, constellations, and the night sky. Admission is required.
This summary was automatically generated from event data sourced from official ticketing providers.
Organiser’s full description
Step inside the planetarium this August Bank Holiday and discover amazing constellations, explore the wonders of our solar system and see the night sky come to life with Space Odyssey.
You do not need to pre-book in advance to join this space adventure, there will be lots of sessions running throughout the day, please be prepared to queue outside, as numbers for each session are capped.
The planetarium is a free activity and is suitable for space explorers of all ages.
The Orangery is sadly not step free and cannot be accessed in a way that is suitable for wheelchair users.
The Orangery can get quite warm, so please dress and be prepared for the weather.
Garden admission charges apply, unless NT member.
Description supplied by the event organiser.
❓ Frequently asked questions
When is Summer of Play - Planetarium?
Summer of Play - Planetarium takes place on Friday, 28 August 2026 at 10:00. The event runs until Monday, 31 August 2026.
Where is Summer of Play - Planetarium taking place?
Summer of Play - Planetarium is held at Saltram in Plymouth (Plympton, Plymouth, Devon).
How do I get tickets for Summer of Play - Planetarium?
Tickets for Summer of Play - Planetarium can be booked via nationaltrust.org.uk using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
🏨 Staying overnight?
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Until Monday, 31 August 2026
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Weather
feels like 18°C · chance of rain 31% · wind 17 km/h
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