Let’s face it, there aren’t many places in the UK that you can take a flight in a cable car. Even fewer that offer more than just jaw-dropping views from the top. But the Heights of Abraham is a day out that packs quite a punch.

Gondola-style cable cars whisk you 554ft up to the summit. Once at the top, there’s a myriad of marvellous stuff. From interactive exhibitions, cool underground caverns, adventure play and woodland walks, as well as a top-notch restaurant that makes the most of those vista views.

New for 2025 – see SEISM!C, an immersive sound and light show found underground in the Great Masson Cavern. After almost 18 months of planning and testing, this sensational new experience has been added to the list of shiny attractions at the Heights of Abraham.

There’s always something to do, with themed kids’ events, live music and fascinating tours through illuminated caverns underground (set to get even showier this year). Above ground (well above ground in fact, at almost 1,000ft above sea level), you can take a self-guided tour at your own pace and delve into the rich 230-year history of the place – from its mining heritage, its place in the industrial revolution and visits from royalty. Three excellent exhibitions take visitors through the tale of tourism in Matlock Bath, the daring engineering it took to get the cable cars up and running and a peek at the fashions and period costumes of visitors through the ages.

Your day out isn’t done yet. There are 60 acres of woodland trails and park to explore and you can let the kids loose in the awesome adventure playgrounds, with giant slides, climbing equipment and basket swing. Then take a breather and drink in the views (and local tipples) at the Vista Restaurant and Terrace Café. Want the best seats? Book ahead to secure a spectacular view.

It’s open daily until 2 November. And once winter rolls around, the Heights will re-open from mid-November to late December for the Lights of Abraham (what else?). Tickets will be in hot demand so watch out for them going on sale soon.

Ready? Time to take flight.

Heights of Abraham is open daily until 2 November.