National Trust expands park by 32 hectares
Former agricultural land is turned into a public park in Plymouth, the National Trust says.
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"This investment in access, wellbeing and nature means more people can enjoy everything Saltram has to offer."
— Jez McDermott , Executive
"In a growing city like Plymouth, these new trails will make it easier for more people to build active travel into everyday life."
— Lisa Dodd-Mayne , Executive
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Former agricultural land is turned into a public park in Plymouth, the National Trust says.
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