What to do and see in St. Albans, England: The Best Things to do Good for Big Groups

April 4, 2022 Tambra Mccollister

St Albans /sənt ˈɔːlbənz/, /seɪn ... / is a city in Hertfordshire, England, and the major urban area in the City and District of St Albans. It lies east of Hemel Hempstead and west of Hatfield, about 20 miles (32 km) north-northwest of central London, 8 miles (13 km) southwest of Welwyn Garden City and 11 miles (18 km) south-southeast of Luton. St Albans was the first major town on the old Roman road of Watling Street for travellers heading north, and it became the Roman city of Verulamium. It is a historic market town and is now a dormitory town within the London commuter belt and the Greater London Built-up Area.
Restaurants in St. Albans

1. St Albans Cathedral

Sumpter Yard, St. Albans England +44 1727 860780 [email protected] http://www.stalbanscathedral.org
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4.5 based on 2,225 reviews

St Albans Cathedral

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 shrines of Saint Alban and Amphibalus, the priest who converted Alban to Christianity.

Reviewed By Spawnymc - Abbots Langley, United Kingdom

Another addition to my visits to Pre 1500 Cathedrals.. This one is more Norman than Gothic... Great history here... The volunteer guides are so helpful, knowledgeable and very friendly... Make sure you go on a guided tour.. at the time of my visit they were displaying the "Black Jesus" Last Supper painting... As for parking.. I suggest going to the Maltings Car park.. just a 5 to 10 min walk (depending on how quick you walk) to the Cathedral.

2. Verulamium Park

Westminster Lodge Holywell Hill, St. Albans AL1 2DL England +44 1727 819366 [email protected] http://www.stalbans.gov.uk/verulamiumpark/
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4.5 based on 994 reviews

Verulamium Park

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.

Reviewed By 366CarolineB366 - Berkhamsted, United Kingdom

Luxury to have such an amazing open space in the city. Ride your bike, walk, run, the choice is yours. There’s room for everyone. Plus there are volley ball nets, a skatepark, swings for the little ones. A lovely river to stroll along which takes you to the Fighting Cocks Pub for lunch or dinner and a drink - absorb the history. Walk up to the Cathedral which is free to enter. Leave a donation if you can! Picnics with friends and family, a lunch time walk to clear the head. So many choices. There is a cafe in the park. Parking is available. If you come on the train you have the choice of both the City train station - just 18 mins from St Pancras International station, and there is the Abbey station where the train line runs to Watford with connections to London Euston and onto MK etc. Lots of Roman ruins and sign boards to explore too and there is Verulamium to visit and the Museum plus there is the wildlife trust in their fantastic building. So many bees and butterflies in the wildlife garden. Have fun.

3. Verulamium Museum

St. Michaels Street, St. Albans AL3 4SW England +44 1727 751810 http://www.stalbansmuseums.org.uk/verulamium/
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Verulamium Museum

Reviewed By chrisvantris - Sydney, Australia

This museum, while small, is a treasure. The artifacts are displayed in an interesting and informative way and help visitors to piece together what life was like in Roman Britain. The mosaic floors are particularly stunning.

4. Springfield Farm

Springfield Farm Old Parkbury Lane, St. Albans AL2 2DY England +44 1923 850317 [email protected] http://www.springfielduk.co.uk
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Springfield Farm

Welcome to Target Events! If you're looking for something really exciting and totally different from the norm, why not call us and see exactly how we can design your perfect day... We offer two great outdoor activities, archery and air rifle/pistol shooting... Our aim is to make your day as exciting as possible. Using a variety of guns and shooting at various targets out in the open gives that feel of realism with adventure. You can choose to spend a few hours on just one activity, or.... maybe, if you have the time, why not make a day of it and do both... On the full event - This is where you spend a few hours on our target range with a qualified Archery GB instructor who first teaches you how to correctly use a bow and arrow, aiming, the etiquettes of archery. After a few practice rounds here, you then move onto our field range putting all you have learnt into practice shooting at animal shaped foam targets. All bows and arrows are provided and around lunchtime, you stop for a spot of BBQ and drinks... you then move onto the shooting range where you shoot at various metal targets and experience a variety of different air guns.

Reviewed By kmstorms

Yesterday my husband I spent the afternoon shooting with Target Events. Everything about the event was professional and efficient, from the booking (I had a lot of questions and Josh answered every e-mail), to our warm welcome to Springfield Farm, to the instructions and demonstrations during the shooting. Josh, instructor and owner, was funny, incredibly helpful, experienced, and tailored our instruction so we got the most out of our time with him. My husband and I had no shooting experience but buy the end of our session, Josh's expert instruction and encouragement made us proud of our new shooting skills. I highly recommend Target Events, no matter how small or how big your group is (the grounds are vast and clearly really cared for), and look forward to visiting again to participate in other activities they offer.

5. Heartwood Forest

High Street Sandridge, St. Albans AL4 9DQ England +44 330 333 3300 http://heartwood.woodlandtrust.org.uk/
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4.5 based on 207 reviews

Heartwood Forest

Reviewed By B1934WDchrisb - St. Albans, United Kingdom

I’ve been here many times as I don’t live far away. It’s a magical place for a walk, particularly with young kids. Great picnic spot when the sun is out and wonderful when the bluebells are in season.

6. Suckerpunch St Albans

26A George Street, St. Albans AL3 4ES England +44 1727 638089 [email protected] http://www.suckerpunchbar.co.uk/
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Suckerpunch St Albans

Serving delicious cocktails directly to your table, we aim to make every visit with us unforgettable for all the right reasons. Relax & unwind with nothing but blasters playing in the background & proper table service. Classic cocktails are 'our thing' but we'll happily go one further for you & create something bespoke ...just ask!

Reviewed By az_1982uk - London, United Kingdom

What a great find! Loved the atmosphere we wanted somewhere a bit more sophisticated and catered for an older crowd and this is what we got. The cocktails are amazing, the staff were fantastic, friendly and attentive. The music was excellent with all genres playing. We liked the fact that you pre book to get seats. Will definitely be back!

7. Willows Activity Farm

Red Lodge Coursers Road, London Colney, St. Albans AL4 0PF England +44 333 331 2060 [email protected] http://www.willowsactivityfarm.com/
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Willows Activity Farm

A visit to Willows Activity Farm offers acres of family adventures and the PETER RABBIT TM 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 if 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. All activities dependent on Covid-19 Government guidelines.

Reviewed By GraemeS760 - St. Albans, United Kingdom

My wife joined Willows Farm on a family membership, our 3 year old loves it and we have visited most weeks for the last few years. Providing the weather is good it is a fabulous day out. If you go regularly, I would suggest that you take your own food, as it can be a bit expensive if you take a number of children. Highlights are 'Tuck' the New Zealand shepherd with his wonderful sheep dogs, who round up ducks, yes it's true, the Peter rabbit show, Tristran the tractor and Mr McGregor's garden. The cheapest way to go, by far, is on an annual ticket.

8. Paintball Bricket Wood

Whitewoods Lye Lane, St. Albans AL2 3TF England +44 7968 120424 http://www.paintballhertfordshire.com/
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Paintball Bricket Wood

Reviewed By bigles78 - Potters Bar, United Kingdom

Took my son and some friends for a morning. Everybody enjoyed themselves. It’s well run and the marshall has a good concern for the safety of the youngsters which really pleased me. Game areas were great, toilets etc were basic but ok. Decent value entertainment for what you get. It would have been cheaper to book direct with them but I lost out booking through an internet intermediary which is a lesson learned for next time.

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