Halloween at the Heights of Abraham in 2026

The Heights of Abraham advertises Skeleton Takeover from 24 October to 1 November 2026, with a skeleton trail, marshmallow toasting and Halloween activities at the Tavern. Check the operator’s current programme, opening information and ticket prices before travelling.

The estate has steep paths and cavern tours involve steps and uneven ground. See the operator’s accessibility information. Dogs on leads are welcome on the grounds and cable cars; pet dogs cannot enter the caverns or Vista Restaurant. Guide and assistance dogs may enter the caverns after speaking to a guide.

Visitors walking through the wooded Heights of Abraham estate

The hilltop estate has cable cars, guided cavern tours, woodland paths, play areas and places to eat. Part of Masson Hill is a Site of Special Scientific Interest.

An illuminated chamber in Masson Cavern

Children at a playground and visitors looking over the valley

Victoria Prospect Tower above the wooded valley

From the archive: Shiver Your Timbers in 2019

The following details come from our advance listing for the 2019 event. They are historical, not the current Halloween programme.

Our original listing advertised a pirate-themed trail from 31 October to 3 November 2019. It described a treasure map of clues and riddles, prizes, marshmallow toasting and a chance to win a family break and a return visit in 2020. It also announced a short film, “Take Me Higher”, for the Masson Pavilion.

Two performers in pirate costumes at an earlier Halloween event

The Masson Pavilion among trees

The 2019 programme marked 35 years of the cable cars, which opened in 1984.

The Heights of Abraham, Matlock Bath, Derbyshire, DE4 3NT. The operator’s travel information gives directions and parking details.