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  1. Visit
  2. Your Visit

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Today people come from far and wide to visit us, and we look forward to welcoming you. Whether you are a pilgrim or a tourist, are interested in history, beautiful buildings or just want to come and have a cup of tea in the Abbot’s Kitchen, we hope that you enjoy your visit and trust that you will go home with a renewed sense of peace in your heart. 

Visitor Information

Visitor Information

We are open daily from 8.30am -5.30pm. Entry is free. Read more

Published: 6th August, 2017

Updated: 1st August, 2022

Author: Deleted User

Visitor Highlights

Visitor Highlights

Discover 1700 years of history at St Albans Cathedral. Read more

Published: 1st November, 2018

Updated: 29th September, 2023

Author: Charlotte Campbell

Tours and Trails

Tours and Trails

Read more

Published: 9th November, 2018

Updated: 12th July, 2021

Author: Charlotte Campbell

Exhibition Area | The Story of St Albans Cathedral

Exhibition Area | The Story of St Albans Cathedral

Our exhibition area tells the story of St Alban and the rich history of St Albans Cathedral. Read more

Published: 29th April, 2019

Updated: 12th July, 2021

Author: Helena OSullivan

Location: St Albans Cathedral, Sumpter Yard, St Albans, AL1 1BY

Family Fun

Family Fun

There are plenty of fun activities, events and interactive experiences to keep our younger visitors entertained. Read more

Published: 1st November, 2019

Updated: 15th October, 2021

Author: Deleted User

Cathedral Closures

Cathedral Closures

Upcoming Cathedral closures that might affect your visit. Read more

Published: 20th September, 2023

Updated: 28th November, 2023

Author: Kate Klevit

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  • Sip and Paint

    Sip and Paint

    Join us for a festive evening whilst indulging in some holiday treats and drinks in the Abbot's Kitchen on Friday 15 December.

  • St Albans Cathedral Girls Choir release new CD for Christmas

    St Albans Cathedral Girls Choir release new CD for Christmas

    St Albans Cathedral Girls Choir release a new Christmas recording of music by Hertfordshire composer Elizabeth Poston.

  • Social Justice Advent Calendar 2023

    Social Justice Advent Calendar 2023

    An Advent Calendar with a difference.

  • Passionate Sixth Form Debate on AI Engages 350 Students from Across Hertfordshire

    Passionate Sixth Form Debate on AI Engages 350 Students from Across Hertfordshire

    St Albans Cathedral hosted its annual Sixth Form Debate.

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  • Peregrine Live Cam

    Peregrine Live Cam

    As our three peregrine's have now fledged, we have taken the webcam offline. They can now only be seen in person flying around the Cathedral and it's grounds.

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  • Regular Services

    Regular Services

    All are welcome to attend our weekly services, visit the Cathedral for private prayer and to light a candle.

  • Live Streaming

    Live Streaming

    We are a worshipping community, united by prayer in the Spirit. Wherever you are we invite you to tune into one of our live streamed services.

  • The Story of Alban

    The Story of Alban

    A remarkable story of standing up for what you believe in which takes us back to the beginning of the Christian faith in Britain.

  • Visitor Information

    Visitor Information

    We are open daily from 8.30am -5.30pm. Entry is free.

  • How to find us

    How to find us

    Everything you need to know about travelling to St Albans.

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    Log into your account to book tickets for events at St Albans Cathedral, view tickets that you have already bought or reset your password.

  • Abbot's Kitchen

    Abbot's Kitchen

    The Abbot's Kitchen is open daily, 10am - 4pm

  • Lessons and Carols

    Lessons and Carols

    An atmospheric candlelit service, featuring seasonal readings and music from the Cathedral Choirs, on 21 and 22 December.

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St Albans Cathedral

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St Albans Cathedral
Sumpter Yard
St Albans
Hertfordshire
AL1 1BY

 

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