The Wombles of Wimbledon at The Heights of Abraham

About

Every weekend from the 24th May until 2nd November 2025 and during the school holidays.

The Wombles World of Making workshops will take place on selected dates in August.

The Womble Exhibition will open 1st July 2025

Great Uncle Bulgaria and litter-picking expert Orinoco are heading to the Heights of Abraham this year and looking forward to meeting young and old visitors alike at weekends and during the school holidays throughout the remainder of 2025.

Great Uncle Bulgaria was so taken with the Heights that the Wombles have decided to open an undercover exhibition of their life story at the Heights. Opening in July, it tells the story of their meteoric rise from bedtime stories, to TV shows, films, fashion, pop charts and most recently CGI rendering across the world wide web.

The new exhibition will appeal to older visitors who will remember watching the TV show in the 1970’s, whilst younger visitors will be able to discover the Wombles for the first time, and learn about their passion for making good use of bad rubbish, recycling and being kind and considerate to one another.

The Heights is planning further Womble activities including an i-spy trail across the estate and summer craft activities during the school holidays in August.

If you don't know...The Wombles are small, furry creatures who live in hidden burrows and care deeply about theenvironment. From their home on Wimbledon Common, they collect rubbish, repurpose whatthey find, and show that small actions can lead to meaningful change. Guided by the wise GreatUncle Bulgaria, each Womble brings something special. Alderney is bold and adventurous,Wellington is a brilliant young tech-whizz, and Orinoco is kind-hearted, if often a little sleepy.Tobermory can fix almost anything, and Madame Cholet brings warmth, wisdom and deliciouscooking to the burrow. Together, they face challenges with humour, curiosity and care, becausebeing a Womble means trying your best and never giving up.

Restaurant, Café and Bar

The Vista Restaurant and Terrace Café at the Heights of Abraham are almost 1000ft above sea level. The exclusive Vista balcony gives views for miles across the valley, a great place to soak up the surroundings while enjoying a freshly made meal, accompanied by a local ale or gin. Visitors can take a light lunch with friends in the downstairs café, with far-reaching views to enjoy with a hot drink and a delicious cake. Tables at the Vista are highly sought after, and it is recommended to book these in advance.

Adventure Play

Let the kids loose on the Woodland Adventure and Explorer’s Challenge playgrounds, with giant slides, climbing equipment, basket swing and so much more! Enjoy an ice cream while they expend their energy, with a scenic view of course.

Heritage Buildings, Gardens and Sculptures

The Heights was first opened as a pleasure garden in 1787 for Georgian visitors to explore. These days, visitors can enjoy the modern take on the landscaped grounds whilst still exploring the heritage buildings, the Victoria Prospect Tower and The Summerhouse, both built in the 1800s. Newly installed willow sculptures by artist Caroline Gregson further tell the tales of the past 235 years by depicting important moments of Masson Hill, paused in time.

Shops and Facilities

There are two gift shops at the Heights, one with a selection of souvenirs and the other focused on rocks and crystals. Browse the beautiful Derbyshire Blue John jewellery and maybe even take home a fossilised creature. Across the estate there are toilet facilities, seating areas and covered picnic spots.

Live Entertainment

There’s always something happening at the Heights. Check out the ‘What’s On’ page on the website to see what’s happening at the summit on the day of your visit!

Access to everything at the Heights estate is included in the cable car ticket, giving you entry to fascinating exhibitions, historic buildings, spectacular viewpoints and more. Entry to seasonal events is also granted. It is highly recommended to book your day out in advance via the Heights of Abraham website - find the link above or click on the BOOK NOW button. 

Opening Dates

Open daily from the 14th to the 23rd of February. Open Friday, Saturday and Sunday until 23rd March. Open daily from the 28th of March to 2nd November.

Ticket Prices

Buying in advance gives a great deal on the price. Tickets booked online are £27.00 per adult, £19.00 per child and £79.00 for a family of two adults and two children. Under 5’s go free.

Carers to disabled guests are also admitted free of charge upon showing relevant documents, though disabled guests are advised to read the accessibility statement before visiting. Tickets are available to purchase at the gate also. There are a range of discounted tickets available to view online.

Guests who travel by bus or train to Matlock Bath are rewarded with a £5.00 discount on admission prices, when booking online or purchasing on the day.

Discounts are also available to NHS employees, MOD employees, Blue Light card holders, Blue Peter Badge holders, registered carers.

Annual passes are also on sale for unlimited visits throughout the year.