Visiting St Albans

St Albans is located in the county of Hertfordshire, just over 20 miles north of central London. The city has a vast and important history and there’s plenty to see and do around the town to feel and  experience the history of St Albans.

Cathedral and Abbey Dominating the city's skyline, the cathedral's build is the sum of the different periods its survived through and even includes bricks from the ruins of Verulamium. Attracting pilgrims from all over the world, the cathedral is famous for the shrine of St Alban.The cathedral is open between 0830 and 1745 daily (no entry fee but a suggested donation) with guided tours available. There's also an onsite cafe. www.stalbanscathedral.org.uk

Museum of St Albans Find out all you need to know about St Albans and its rise from medieval town to the bustling commuter town of today. www.stalbansmuseums.org.uk

Verulamium Museum Discover what life was like in Roman Britain at this award winning museum. From recreated roman rooms to hands on discovery areas and roman mosaics to fortnightly demonstrations by roman soldiers, the museum is a must visit.  www.stalbansmuseums.org.uk

Roman Theatre Not far from the Verulamium museum, this fantastically preserved roman theatre was once the home to bear baiting and cock fighting. Open 1000 to 1700 daily (1000 to 1600 in the winter). www.romantheatre.co.uk

Kingsbury Watermill. Open between 1000 and 1800 (1700 November to Easter) the restored mill churns the water of the River Ver. There’s an onsite restaurant and gift shop. www.kingsburywatermill.co.uk