Location: St. Albans
Top Things to do in St. Albans
Things to do in St. Albans, England: The Best Nature & Parks
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. Rectory Meadow
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
2. Crinkle Crankle Garden and Boules Court Wheathampstead
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5.0 based on 2 reviews
This is a beautiful community garden. Well worth a visit in it's own right or part of the Wheathampstead Heritage Trail. It has a Boules Court that is available to the public to use.
3. Verulamium Park
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4.5 based on 994 reviews
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.
4. Wheathampstead Heritage Trail
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4.5 based on 45 reviews
Reviewed By therichastill - Stevenage, United Kingdom
I was very pleased to discover a free car park next to the River Lea virtually in the centre of the village. It is signposted just off the High Street. I discovered a couple of maps at the old railway station which I would definitely recommend a visit to. There are trails around the village itself as well as trails a little further out of the village into the countryside and surrounding areas. There are lots of different building to discover within the village and I particularly enjoyed the Crinkle Crankle Walls and community garden. It's a very picturesque village and well worth a visit.
5. Heartwood Forest
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4.5 based on 207 reviews
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. River Ver Trail
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4.5 based on 24 reviews
Reviewed By therichastill - Stevenage, United Kingdom
The River Ver flows through the south of the town and for much of the course of the river there is a path alongside so you can follow the river as it meanders through the suburbs and into the park. As you walk through the park there are some lovely views of the cathedral and there are information boards dotted along the route. If you enjoy a walk and having babbling water beside you then this is perfect.
7. Burston Garden Centre
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4.5 based on 100 reviews
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.
Reviewed By matthewcU2343DR
My daughter has just got a fish tank and wanted to have tropical fish. I visited Hertfordshire Fisheries today and last weekend with her to get advice. On both occasions the staff were friendly and were really helpful. Ensured we bought the appropriate equipment, but both times gave really pragmatic advice and sensible options about what to buy. Very impressed, apologies I didn’t get details of either staff that helped us but would recommend this place to other families in a similar position to us.
8. Aylett Nurseries
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4.5 based on 108 reviews
Reviewed By laurasK3103SB
Friendly, helpful and knowledgeable staff. This a family run nursery. I love a trip to ayletts with my mum for a wonder around look at the beautiful plants. I have never left empty handed.
9. Clarence Park
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4.5 based on 14 reviews
Reviewed By ygmbro
Pretty cool Nice smelling grass I like cricket Multiple dogs Kids Italian restaurant Uhhh Honestly a cool park
10. Fleetville Park
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