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Visiting the Heights of Abraham including a Cable Car ride and underground caverns In Matlock Bath!

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A bit of a different offering and some step change to the channel today with a trip to the Heights od Abraham and a look around Matlock.

We start by seeing Matlock Bath railway station which serves the village of Matlock Bath in the Derbyshire Dales. It is a stop on the Derwent Valley Line, which connects Derby with Matlock. The station building is Grade II listed and is located just over 16 miles north of Derby; it is owned by Network Rail and managed by East Midlands Railway. 

We then enter the historic Heights of Abraham in Matlock Bath, Derbyshire, is a 60-acre hilltop park famous for its alpine-style cable cars and illuminated show caverns. There was plenty to see
during the visit here with period reenactors in Victorian attire retelling the history of the site, including tours of the mineshasfts and scenic viewing points, so enjoy a little snippet of our visit! | 29.06.2026

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This video explores the Heights of Abraham in Matlock Bath, including a cable car ride and visits to underground caverns. It begins at Matlock Bath railway station, part of the Derwent Valley Line operated by East Midlands Railway and managed by Network Rail. The site features historic attractions such as illuminated show caverns, period reenactors in Victorian attire, and scenic viewpoints. The video provides a glimpse into the park's history and highlights its alpine-style cable cars. Additional locations mentioned include Matlock, Derby, and other nearby towns along the route.

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  • Platform ID Y7qEmZ8kW3A
  • Views 115
  • Date published 29 Jun 2026 21:42
  • Date added 30 Jun 2026 23:46
  • Recorded 29 Jun 2026
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