The Heights of Abraham

The Heights of Abraham first opening its gates to visitors in 1780. In those days visitors reached Masson Hill on foot, scaling the steep slopes. Nowadays a cable car system is used which was introduced in 1984, the first of its kind in the British Isles. With heights at almost a thousand feet there are stunning views of the Derwent Valley and beyond to Matlock and the Peak District. The Heights of Abraham also offers an insight into the history of the area by giving guests the opportunity to visit and mine and hear stories from the original miners.