Heights of Abraham Cable Cars Caverns and Country Park

Matlock Bath
Derbyshire
DE4 3PD

Tel: +44 (0)1629 582 365
Fax: +44 (0)1629 581 128
Email: office@heightsofabraham.com
Web: http://www.heightsofabraham.com


The Heights of Abraham is a unique Hilltop Park set on top of a dramatic limestone gorge, amid great natural Beauty. Access is via a Cable Car ride from the valley floor. Your visit will include guided tours down two famous show caverns.

The Great Rutland Cavern depicts the dramatic story of a 17th century lead miner and his family's working day.

The tour in the Great Masson Cavern begins with a short film presentation showing the formation of the cavern before venturing deeper underground. The tour now enables you to experience this spectacular cavern awash with colour from the new state of the art lighting. There are woodland walks; interpretative displays including the new 'Who+Why=What' exhibition. Also new is the Fossil Factory housing the fossilized remains of a giant Ichthyosaur and Heath & Heaven a stunning aerial photography exhibition.

General Information:

  • Play area
  • Picnic area
  • Shop
  • Enjoy spectacular views of the Derbyshire Dales whilst having a snack in The Terrace Coffee Shop
  • Have a snack in the Hi Café or a meal in the Summit Bar



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    Opening Times
    (2008 times)
    8th - 24th February:
    Daily 10.00am - 4.30pm.

    1st and 2nd March:
    Weekend Only 10.00am - 4.30pm.

    8th March to 2nd November:
    Daily 10.00am - 5.00pm (later in high season).

    Admission Charges
    (2008 prices)
    Adult £10.50; Child £7.50 (5-16yrs inclusive); Under 5yrs Free (one per adult); Senior Citizen £7.50.

    Family (2 adults + 2 children) £33.00; Family (2 adults + 3 children) £39.00.

    Directions
    In the heart of the Derbyshire Dales 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.

    Sat Nav postcode DE4 3PT
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