Attractions around St. Albans
Explore 20 attractions, restaurants, shops around St. Albans
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St Albans Cathedral
Sumpter Yard Holywell Hill, St. Albans AL1 1BY England
St Albans Cathedral is the oldest site of continuous Christian worship in Britain. It stands over the place where Alban, the first martyr, was buried after giving his life for his faith over 1700 years ago. The building itself is a blend of architectural styles spanning a millennia and contains recycled Roman bricks from Verulamium. Of special interest are the 13th century wall paintings, a rare watching loft and the fully restored medieval shrines of St Alban and St Amphibalus, the priest who converted Alban to Christianity.
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Verulamium Park
St Michael's Street, St. Albans AL1 3JE England
Verulamium Park is a public park in the City of St Albans, Hertfordshire. Along with being a wide open area for recreational purposes, the park includes all that is left of a Roman settlement from which the park takes it's name. The large amount of history on view in the park has resulted in a museum dedicated to the Historic Roman heritage upon which St Albans has been built. The park also includes a long list of facilities including; Tennis courts, sand courts, football and cricket pitches, An athletics track and field facility, a golf course, childrens play area, outdoor childrens Splash Park, a large leisure facility called westminster lodge Leisure Centre which contains a gym and indoor swimming pool, a cafe, a large lake fed by the River Ver, plenty of provision for picnics and family activities and what is thought to be the oldest and one of the most famous public houses in England called The Fighting Cocks. Overlooking the entire area is the St Albans Abbey, a large cathedral dating back to 1077AD. The park is an epicentre of greenery and wildlife and it is a hub of social and recreational activity that the people of St Albans can be extremely proud of.
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Willows Activity Farm
Coursers Road, London Colney, St. Albans AL4 0PF England
A visit to Willows Activity Farm offers acres of family adventures and the PETER RABBIT™ Adventure Playground for one all-inclusive price. As well as meeting farmyard animals, children enjoy adventure play, funfair rides, inflatable fun, trampolines, Tractor Ride, JCB pedal tractors and children’s shows, including the chance to meet Peter Rabbit and his friends. And if the sun decides to have a day off our indoor play barn is full of fantastic surprises with soft play, slides, role play and air cannons. Perfect for families with children up to 10 years old with seasonal events throughout the year. Expect carefree fun and a memorable day out that has our visitors returning time after time.
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De Havilland Aircraft Museum
Salisbury Hall, London Colney, St. Albans AL2 1BU England
Britain’s oldest aviation museum and much more besides. Our fine collection of iconic de Havilland aircraft, including Mosquito, Sea Vixen and Comet, is just the start. The museum also includes • displays and exhibits of aviation technology: radar, piston and jet engines and missiles • films, exhibits and displays of wartime operations, weapons trials and military jet aircraft • interior access to the Comet, Trident and DH 146 demonstrating the evolution of modern jet air travel • the ongoing restoration of a de Havilland Rapide • Free access to the Shop with an extensive range of die cast models, model kits, branded merchandise & clothing and new and out of print books • Free access to the café serving hot/cold drinks, sandwiches, pastries and snacks. Normally open Tuesday to Sunday each week and bank holiday Mondays. Winter opening (November to mid-February) Wednesday to Sunday
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Verulamium Museum
St. Michaels Street, St. Albans AL3 4SW England
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St Albans Clock Tower
High Street, St. Albans AL3 4EL England
Completed by 1405, the Clock Tower is the only surviving medieval town belfry in England and is designated as a Scheduled Ancient Monument. The tower with its fine bell has survived over 600 years of use. The Clock Tower was first and foremost a political statement. The townspeople used it to assert their freedom, power and wealth in the face of the premier Benedictine Abbey of England (now St Albans Cathedral). The Clock Tower is generally open from Easter (Good Friday) to the end of September, every Saturday and Sunday and Bank Holiday, between 10.30am and 5pm. Last admission 4.45pm. It is also sometimes open on other special occasions like Heritage Open Days (September), the Food & Drink 'Feastival' (September) and the Christmas Lights switch-on (November). Admission: Adults: £1. Children: free. Unfortunately the Clock Tower is not wheelchair or buggy accessible or for those who experience claustrophobia. The climb up to the top is via 93 very narrow and steep steps.
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Heartwood Forest
High Street Sandridge, St. Albans AL4 9DQ England
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Shaw's Corner
Ayot St Lawrence, nr Welwyn, St. Albans AL6 9BX England
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Redbournbury Watermill and Bakery
Redbournbury Lane, Redbourn Road, St. Albans AL3 6RS England
An eighteenth century working watermill museum and bakery. The mill produces organic stoneground flour and artisan loaves are handmade in the bakery. The majority of our organic grain is grown on a neighbouring farm giving our flour and bread the lowest "food-miles". There are four floors of the mill to explore and the mill's Crossley HD11 oil engine normally runs on Sunday afternoons.
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St Albans Museum + Gallery
St Peter's Street Town Hall, St. Albans AL3 5DJ England
St Albans Museum + Gallery opened to the public on Friday 8 June 2018 and will be a world-class centre for arts and culture at the heart of one of Britain’s most historic cities. Set over three floors, the newly created state-of-the-art gallery spaces will showcase over 2,000 years of priceless heritage and display contemporary artworks – sharing local, national and world treasures with all. Promising fresh experiences each time you visit, come and enjoy regularly changing exhibitions and cutting edge art installations, take part in the vibrant programme of events, and explore the fascinating histories of the Town Hall, its Assembly Room, Courtroom and Cells. The beautiful historic spaces, such as the octagonal courtroom and subterranean cells, have now been fully restored and preserved for future generations.
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Aylett Nurseries
North Orbital Road, St. Albans AL2 1DH England
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Burston Garden Centre
North Orbital Road Chiswell Green, St. Albans AL2 2DS England
Burston Garden Centre is a family run business based in St Albans. Our heritage lies in plants; we source mostly from the UK and a large number come directly from our on-site nurseries. Our wonderful plants team are always on hand to pass their extensive knowledge onto our customers. We also have a wide range of homewares, houseplants, seasonal items, garden care, outdoor furniture, and BBQs. Our gift range includes candles, clothing, food, and cards. Additionally, for a small charitable donation, we'll even wrap your gift for you! Our on-site restaurant serves home cooked, high quality food. Plus we also have an aquatics centre, covering ponds, aquariums, water features, fish, and reptiles.
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St Albans South Signal Box
Ridgmont Road, St. Albans AL1 3AJ England
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Roman Theatre of Verulamium
Bluehouse Hill, St. Albans AL3 6AE England
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Wheathampstead Heritage Trail
High Street, Wheathampstead, St. Albans AL4 8BB England