What can I do in the area?

The city of St Albans is brimming with remarkable history, fine food and drink, and a variety of events to suit everyone.

The Cathedral's central location means that many of St Albans' top highlights are within easy, walk-able reach, including:

St Albans Museum + Gallery
The Clock Tower, the only medieval town belfry in England
Verulamium Park
St Albans Traditional Street Market (Wednesdays and Saturdays), dating back to the 9th century

For more information about what's on in St Albans, please visit www.enjoystalbans.com.

For more information about places to visit in Hertfordshire, please visit www.visitherts.co.uk.

St Albans boasts excellent transport links and is a great base for visits to London. London St Pancras is a 20 minute train journey from St Albans City Station. The Abbey line from St Albans Abbey Station runs to Watford Junction where there is a bus link to the Warner Bros. Studio Tour - The Making of Harry Potter.

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Take a journey to the moon and stars this autumn with a spectacular space themed son-et-lumiere installation. Tickets available now.
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Daily What's On

A daily schedule of services, guided tours and other events taking place at St Albans Cathedral this week.
Regular Services

All are welcome to attend regular services at St Albans Cathedral.
Values and mission

St Albans Cathedral is the shrine to Britain's very first saint, Alban, who died for this beliefs around the year 300. It is one of the most significant buildings in British history, visited over the centuries by pilgrims, travellers and royalty.
Visiting soon?

An update for visitors on the building work taking place at St Albans Cathedral.
Summer Pop Up Talks

Hear about the history of the Cathedral from key historical characters in these 10 minute pop up talks.
Access

Accessibility for our all our visitors is an important part of our welcome and mission. We are currently working to improve access at the Cathedral as part of our National Lottery Heritage funded project, which means that building work will be taking place onsite until Summer 2019.
Make a donation

Your support, whether a regular or one off donation, helps protect the Cathedral for generations to come, thank you. Please add gift aid if you can, to maximise the value of your donation at no extra cost to you. If you would like to speak to someone about your donation, please contact the Development Office on 01727 890231 or [email protected]