The Heights of Abraham
Matlock Bath, Derbyshire
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Overview
WELCOME TO THE HEIGHTS OF ABRAHAM
You may be an old friend or this could be the very
first time you have heard of us but one thing for sure
is that the Heights of Abraham Cable Cars, Caverns and
Hilltop Park is an exciting venue for individuals,
families, groups and parties alike.
People are always surprised how much there is to do
here. In recent times, the Heights has become rightly
famous for its landmark cable car system - the first of
its kind in the whole of the British Isles, but there
is lots more to your visit than a cable car ride, and
for visitors who only have a day here, the Heights is
one place where you can get a real flavour of the true
Peak District. Set high on top of a limestone gorge,
with the river Derwent at its feet, the estate is
surrounded by some of the area�s most beautiful
scenery.
After taking the cable car ride to the Summit visitors
can experience the unique blend of two spectacular
underground caverns. From the light of a single miner�s
candle in the Great Masson Cavern, to the whole chamber
being awash with colour, you can now experience
firsthand the magnitude of this cavern as it has never
been seen before. Further down the hillside the Great
Rutland Cavern tells the story of a day in the life of
a 17th century lead miner.
All this is included in the price of your cable car
ticket � and there is more!
Our Fossil Factory brings to life fun and interesting
facts about rocks, fossils and the formation of the
Peak District. There is also a film presentation
showing how the Heights� own show caverns were formed,
and the chance to get up close to the fossilized
remains of our giant Ichthyosaur, which was over 3
metres long and alive at the same time as the
Dinosaurs... not be missed!
The �Heath & Heaven� Exhibition is a patchwork of
stunning aerial shots taken of the surrounding Peak
District on a single summer�s day by world-renowned
photographer John Beatty, and accompanied with words
and poems by Si Homfrey.
Those of an inquisitive mind should make sure they
visit our �Who Why What?� story where, through the use
of exhibitions and film, you will find answers to all
your questions about the Heights of Abraham and the
construction of the cable cars �. you can even test
your nerve on one of the cable car emergency vehicles!
� and there is still more included in the price of your
cable car ticket!
Wander the woodland trails, climb the Victoria Prospect
Tower, not forgetting the Shops, Play Areas, Picnic
Spots including the Amphitheatre built from natural
materials which blend into the hillside, Summit Bar and
Terrace Caf� - all with stunning views in acres of
beautiful wooded landscape.
Price Guide:
ADULTS �12.50
CHILD �8.80
SENIOR/STUDENT �9.00
FAMILY SAVER TICKET �37.50 (2 ADULTS + 2CHILDREN)
NEW FOR 2011
SENIOR FAMILY SAVER TICKET �33.00 (2 SENIORS + 2 CHILDREN)
ADDITIONAL CHILDREN WITH A FAMILY TICKET �7.50 - MAX. 6)
General Details
GROUP RATES AVAIABLE
SCHOOLS WELCOME
CABLE CARS ARE PUSHCHAIR AND WHEELCHAIR FRIENDLY
CAVERNS ARE A CONSTANT 7C SO A WOOLY AND SENSIBLE SHOES ARE ADVISABLE.
SEE OUR WEBSITE FOR FURTHER DETAILS AND ALSO OUR EVENTS PROGRAMME.
Other Information
CAR PARKING IN MATLOCK BATH ON MUNICIPAL CAR PARKS.
AVERAGE DWELL TIME ON SITE 3 HOURS+
NEAREST CAR PARK IS MATLOCK BATH STATION
SAT NAV CODE DE4 3PT
2 OTHER CAR PARKS EITHER END OF THE VILLAGE.
EXCELLENT BUS AND RAIL SERVICES TO MATLOCK BATH
Booking Enquiry
Property Name
The Heights of Abraham
Address
A6
Matlock Bath
DE43PD
Phone:
01629 582365
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