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10 Unique Things To Do In St. Albans
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10 Unique Things To Do In St. Albans

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February 18, 2026
10 Unique Things To Do In St. Albans

If you have a free weekend, St. Albans is a great place to visit! Here are some unique things to do in St. Albans!

1) St Albans Cathedral

Undoubtedly one of the most iconic buildings in St Albans, the cathedral is the oldest site of continuous Christian worship in Britain and dates back to 793AD. Rich in history, this beautiful building holds the shrine of Saint Alban who died for his faith 1700 years ago and after whom the city was named.

2) The Clock Tower

Situated in the city centre, this tiny belfry was built around 1405. Once you have climbed the narrow staircase inside, you can see for miles from the top. There are incredible views of St Albans City and the surrounding Hertfordshire countryside. Don’t forget your camera as this is one of the best things to do in St. Albans!

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3) St Albans Museum

Beautifully refurbished and recently relocated to a historic courthouse in the heart of the city centre, this museum and its rich repository of St Albans history is well worth a visit!

4) Verulamium Park

This stunning 100 acre park is just minutes outside St Albans City centre. Filled with sites of historical interest, including the old city walls and excavated Roman mosaics, the park also has a playground and water features for younger visitors. Birdwatchers will be overjoyed by the variety of waterbirds, including herons, that live on and around the lake.

5) Verulamium Museum

Located in Verulamium Park, this museum is devoted exclusively to the city’s Iron Age andRoman history, from which the name ‘Verulamium’ derives. It also boasts a wealth of information about the Roman era in general, making the museum a must-see for history enthusiasts.

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6) Ye Olde Fighting Cocks Pub

Reportedly the oldest pub in England still in use, Ye Olde Fighting Cocks is a fantastic place to stop for a pint. Located by the side of the River Ver, where it has stood since at latest 1756, this quaint public house sells pub lunches with a great selection of real ales.

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Please use as feature imageRight in the bottom corner of the country is the county of East Sussex. Home of the Battle of Hastings, our many castles and stony beaches. If you grew up in East Sussex, here are some things you would know if you lived here.We’re known for our beachesMost of the beaches at East Sussex are easy and quick to get to but these usually consist of pebble beaches which are extremely uncomfortable to sit on. This is usually the main attraction to people on the summer which is usually packed with people on hot sunny days.And our piersWe are renown for having a few piers such as the one of Brighton. Of course, we used to have the one in Hastings…before it was burnt down. But of course, we have many more we can go to.Bonfires are a huge eventSussex is extremely renowned for its bonfires and parades. These usually comes with parades and firework shows which happen across East Sussex in October and November. Each town does it slightly differently, but all consist of great parades and fireworks.You always loved going to the arcadesThere are many amusement parks and arcades across East Sussex. Although we know how likely we are to win at these games, you can’t help but waste your money just to get one of the fluffy toys. Either that or we try to work together with our friends to get as many tickets as possible, then have to decide whether to cash in the tickets separately or combine them for a bigger price. Or wasting all your 2p machines where you spend your spare chance, and so much more, just to get one of the key chains.The Battle of Hastings was always the one piece of history you always rememberedThe most famous piece of history about us is the Battle of Hastings, which is bombarded into our history lessons when we get the chance. Not to mention an all-day field trip of the battle grounds themselves.You bragged about how it’s the home of ChoccywoccydoodahIf you ever watched this show, you would know that its home is right here in East Sussex. There is another shop in London but of course, its main home is right here. Chocolate cakes and everything chocolate sculpted into anything and everything.The majority of the population consisted of elderly individualsIn many of its small towns like Bexhill and Little Common it’s the place many people retire to. Full of scenic places and cafes, its great to retire but it means that you see more of them more than any other age group. So, when you move out of East Sussex, you find it weird when you see more younger people around.Brighton is the first thing outsiders will mentionIt’s a large city and when you mention to anyone outside of East Sussex that you’re from East Sussex, the first thing they’ll mention is Brighton. Of course, you can say which town you’re from but not a lot of people would really know where that is.You travelled to cities to hang outIf you lived in a village or town, you always went to a city to hang out with friends. In the south of east Sussex, everyone always wanted to go to Hastings or Eastbourne. They’re both bigger towns but with the large amount of music gigs, Hastings was always preferred by many.You were limited for choice for universitiesThere was either Brighton University or the University of Sussex but that was the only options unless you wanted to specialise in animal management or music. Regardless, if you did want to go in Sussex, Brighton is the main city with universities in them.Not a lot of celebrities come from or live hereAlthough there isn’t many celebrities that come here, we did have a few that lived here. For a while, Eddie Izzard lived in Bexhill. During this time, Bexhill college named their new theatre after him. That and, both Brighton and Eastbourne were the centre locations for Angus Thongs and Perfect Snogging, but as for celebrities, it isn’t really the place you see them, unless they’re on holiday and visiting of course.Have anything else to add about East Sussex, comment below.
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7) The Watercress Wildlife Site

Nature lovers, look no further! A former commercial watercress farm, this beautiful 3 acre nature reserve on the banks of the Ver is a haven for wildlife, including kingfishers. Accessible via the Alban Way, which takes pedestrians or cyclists through some of Hertfordshire’s most beautiful farmland.

8) Old Gorhambury House

The ruins of an Elizabethan mansion surrounded by beautiful farmland. It makes for an amazing day trip, cycle ride and picnic spot, and those who visit by night might catch a glimpse of the owls who have made the ruins their home.

9) Shaw’s Corner

This is a must-visit for bookworms and theatregoers! Located outside St Albans in nearby Welwyn, Shaw’s Corner was the primary residence of George Bernard Shaw, a celebrated playwright whose play Pygmalion inspired the famous My Fair Lady. Now a museum, Shaw’s Corner makes for a truly unique day out.

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10) Tring Natural History Museum

Once the private museum of the second Baron Rothschild, a famous zoologist, the Tring Natural History museum houses one of the UK’s most extensive collections of taxidermy animals. Located a short drive away from St Albans City, this wonderful museum is the perfect distance for a day trip.

Are you going to try out any of these things to do in St. Albans? Let us know in the comment section below!

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