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Welcome the Peak District's oldest and one of the areas most popular days out, an attraction where stunning natural beauty is matched by human achievement and the historic blends seamlessly with the futuristic.
Since first opening to visitors in 1780 the Heights of Abraham has remained one of the Peak District's most appealing destinations. Visitors have travelled from all over the world to experience its unique blend of spectacular underground caverns, exhibitions, shops, play areas, picnic spots, cafes and summit bar all with stunning views in acres of beautiful woodland.
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.
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Enjoy woodland walks, visit the timeline story of the Heights including a video of the cable car construction in the'Who+Why=What' Exhibition. All of this is included in the price, making it a great value for money and enjoyable day out.
General Information
Have some lunch in the Summit Bar (check for days of opening) or just sit back and relax with a drink and snack in the Terrace Coffee Shop and enjoy spectacular views of the Derbyshire Dales.
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Opening Times
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(2011 times)
19th - 27th February:Daily 10.00am - 4.30pm. 2nd March - 20th March: Weekends Only 10.00am - 4.30pm. 26 March - 30th October. Daily 10.00am - 4.30pm. (Open later during peak times and holidays) |
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Admission Charges
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(2011 prices)
Adult £12.50; Child £8.80 (5-16yrs inclusive) Under 5yrs Free (one per adult) Senior Citizen £9.00. Family Saver Ticket(2 adults + 2 children) £37.50(additional child -up to 6, £7.50each). NEW* Senior Family Saver Ticket (2 Senior + 2 children) £33.00(additional child - up to 6, £7.50each). Group Rates and Season Tickets available upon request. |
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Directions
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In the Derbyshire Peak District in the picturesque village of Matlock Bath. Situated on the A6, 18 miles north of Derby. Signposted from M1 junction 28 and A6 approach roads.Car parking in Matlock Bath Station - operated by Derbyshire Dales district Council Sat Nav postcode DE4 3PT Let the train take the strain-all stations from Nottingham & Derby on the Derwent Valley Line www.eastmidlandstrains.co.uk/derwentvalleyline |
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Heights of Abraham Cable Cars Caverns and Country Park Postcode for SatNav: DE4 3PD |
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