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Cable Cars & Cavern Tours

Heights of Abraham, Matlock Bath

Ongoing

Suitable for all ages

Student tickets just £13.00

Plan your school trip to Cable Cars & Cavern Tours at Heights of Abraham. Soar by cable car and explore atmospheric underground caverns.
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“It is a huge task to entertain 45 teenage boys, but the Heights of Abraham managed it, they were all captivated!”

M Hammersmith

Take flight in a cable car for an unforgettable start to the school trip.

Links to the national curriculum - with Geography, Geology and History based trips.

Well organised - each school group receives a personalised itinerary from the schools planner.

Prices

Tickets reduced to £13.00 per student
1 free adult with every 10 students (any extra adult tickets from just £18) 1:1 adults for SEN students free of charge

Tickets valid for day visits only. Tickets include access to all attractions and facilities at the Heights of Abraham. All rates are for school groups of 5+, plus you’ll get 1 free adult ticket for every 10 students. All rates exclude school holidays and other exclusion dates that may apply. All tickets are subject to availability. For more details and the latest rates, please get in touch.

Key Info

Location
Venue
Heights of Abraham, Matlock Bath
Address

Heights of Abraham
Dale Road
Matlock Bath
Derbyshire
DE4 3NT

Age suitability
Ages
Suitable for all ages
Key Stages
EYFS, Higher, KS1, KS2, KS3, KS4, KS5
Curriculum Levels
Early Level, First Level, Second Level, Senior Phase, Third/Fourth Level
Curriculum Links
Subjects
Design & Technology, Early Years, Geography, History, Leisure & Tourism, Photography
Topics
Engineering, Exploration and Discovery, Geography Fieldwork, Heritage and Culture, Industrial Revolution, Local History, Victorians
Things to know
Dates
Ongoing
Duration

Generally lasts between 2 and 4 hours, depending on itinerary

Min. group size
5 students
Adult/student ratio
At least 1 adult is recommended for every 10 students
SEND
Suitable for students with SEND (please speak to us for more information)
Times

Mon – Fri, 10am – 4pm (term time only). Closed 1 Nov 2026 – 13 Feb 2027.

About

Whether they’re studying Geography, Geology or History, or simply looking for a fun rewards trip, Heights of Abraham is the perfect place for students of all ages, from KS1 to KS4, to enjoy a memorable and educational day out.

Begin with an exciting cable car ride to the summit of Masson Hill. Take your students underground on guided tours of historic caverns. Let them loose on the adventure playgrounds, learn more in the exhibitions and discover the historic buildings across the estate. With sheltered picnic areas, indoor spaces and plenty of viewpoints, the Heights makes a great destination for a trip.

 

 

“It is a huge task to entertain 45 teenage boys, but the Heights of Abraham managed it, they were all captivated!”

M Hammersmith

“The staff were very welcoming and supportive, and having the designated lunch area added that extra bit of support also.”

E Holmes

“Our students have not stopped talking about the trip since we got back to school. Can we book again please?!”

L Chevin
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Prices are correct at the time of publication. All costs, unless otherwise specified, include VAT.