Heights of Abraham is a 60-acre Georgian hilltop estate, first opened in 1787. Located on the edge of the Peak District and accessed by an exciting flight in a cable car, with two underground cavern tours, exhibitions, adventure play and stunning views, the Heights is a fun-filled educational day out!

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What We Offer Visiting Schools

A school trip begins with an exciting cable car ride flying 554ft upwards to the summit of Masson Hill. Once at the top, there are guided cavern tours offered in underground illuminated caverns. The Great Masson Cavern tour focuses on Geology, caves and rock formations, while the Rutland Cavern tour is given in Victorian character and transports pupils back in time to Victorian Britain to explain the history of the caverns. We have two historical exhibitions, two short educational films, living history actors, historic buildings, fantastic viewpoints and are located on a SSSI with natural beauty around every corner. 

Why Choose Us for an Educational Visit

A visit to the Heights is different to the usual school trip and focuses on physical experience rather than classroom learning. Our learning approach is experiencing what’s around you, and taking in the new environments that the Heights offers. A trip on the cable cars is a big memory for a child to make, as is a trip underground into a cavern, as are the giant slides we have in the playgrounds! Our ethos is to make a memorable day out for the children, with education at the heart of what we do.

Subjects and Topics Covered

Geography – landscapes, viewpoints, maps, human and physical, Geology – rock formations and studies, caves, History – Victorians, Georgians and the 1600s, English – reading, writing and listening, Technology – transport, Leisure and Tourism – history of, and current day operations, Art – natural materials, landscapes.

Accreditation and Awards

We have won a Visit England Gold Award 7 times in 8 years and the TripAdvisor Traveller’s Choice Award 5 years consecutively. 

Group Sizes Catered For

10 – 200

Itineraries, Resources, and Workshops

A day begins with the cable car ride, usually followed by a private cavern tour in the Mason Cavern. Time is then given to play on the playgrounds, eat lunch, and then visit the exhibitions on site. We can work with you to your timings to ensure you get the most out of your visit. There are a variety of downloadable worksheets on the website.

Risk Assessment

We have an Educational Visits risk assessment which is sent out on booking.

Education Department Information

jess@heightsofabraham.com 

Pricing Information

£12 per pupil, 1 free teacher per 10 pupils, additional staff £15, 1:1 SEN TA Free of charge. Price includes cable car ride, two cavern tours and access to all facilities at the Heights of Abraham. 

Facilities

Outdoor classroom available for reservation (no extra cost), sheltered picnic area, space to leave bags, two large adventure playgrounds, multiple toilets, ice cream kiosk and café, gift shops. 

Accessibility and Disabled Facilities

Accessibility information is sent out when required upon booking.

Opening Hours

10:00 – 16:30. 

School visits bookable from 11th February – November 3rd, 2024