Visitors stand and stare at the wonder of the outstanding views seen from the Heights of Abraham, and since first opening to the public in 1780 it has remained one of the Peak District’s most appealing destinations where stunning natural beauty is matched by human achievement and where the historic blends seamlessly with the futuristic.

Today the Heights is famous for its landmark cable car which provides a spectacular journey with stunning views across the Derwent Valley. The cable car ticket gives free access to the hilltop park, and at the summit a climb up the Victoria Prospect Tower enables visitors to see another fantastic 360º view of Derbyshire.

Also at the summit there are guided tours down the Great Masson Cavern where, from the glow of a single candle to the whole chamber being flooded with light, its million year history is revealed before exiting further up the hillside to enjoy yet another superb panorama from the Tinker’s Shaft viewing point. For hundreds of years this part of our estate on the Masson hillside was a hive of industrial activity and lead mining. This created a unique landscape and habitat which has been designated a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI).

Those of an inquisitive mind should make sure they visit The Long View Exhibition, see and hear our 230 year story about why the estate has been a favourite place to visit for many generations. On the upper floor 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!

There are shops, play areas and numerous picnic spots to discover, and if you feel hungry the Vista Bar and Restaurant is a great place to eat, drink and enjoy more stunning views in acres of beautiful woodland.