The Abbey Line Community Rail Partnership has unveiled the Abbey Line Tales project - shared memories, stories, and hopes for the future of this vital local rail link. Collected at community events, railway stations, and online, these tales reflect the deep connection people have with the Abbey Line, which runs from...
Controversial plans for up to 150 new homes on Green Belt land to the north of St Albans have been reluctantly approved by councillors. The scheme, by Cala Homes, is for land to the rear of 112-156B Harpenden Road, and will provide a residential development plus associated garages, parking, landscaping, open...
Through an old wooden door and up a winding stone staircase in the depths of St Albans Cathedral can be found a hidden treasure trove of historical artefacts - stacked on shelves, secured in storage boxes, and secreted in cardboard folders and wooden bureaux. This is the Muniment Room, a remarkable...
Pub in the Park is back! From glittery makeup and hair gems to statement outfits, fans and stylish blankets, we’ve put together your ultimate festival buying guide from The Maltings Shoping Centre. Get ready to shop the must-haves that will keep you looking fabulous and feeling comfortable all weekend long. The...
Organisers of this year's Pub in the Park St Albans have announced that Saturday VIP tickets are now very nearly sold out, with only limited numbers of remaining tickets for all sessions still available. Founded by Michelin-starred chef Tom Kerridge, the popular food and music festival is one of the city’s...
Herts Open Studios returns for its 35th year from September 6-28, and artists and makers across St Albans will be opening their studio doors to visitors. This much loved annual event offers the public a chance to meet artists, watch demonstrations, and see creativity in action. from leather work to landscapes,...
Customers using the new franchised Post Office service in St Peter's Street have reported major teething problems during its first few days of opening - but bosses have blamed it on increased pressure caused by a temporary closure. The Crown Post Office branch closed its doors on Tuesday at 3pm, and...
A St Albans-based personal trainer, nutritionist and life coach has made the national media in recognition of his 10-stone weight loss journey. Mark Ludlow went from weighing more than 23 stone and wearing 3XL clothes to building a career helping local people achieve life-changing results through a truly personalised and holistic...
It’s a Wednesday evening at Gaucho, Tower Bridge and I’m sat down for dinner with Edy Del Popolo, the terroir whisperer who uprooted two thousand 80-year-old Malbec vines and successfully replanted them. This effort is part of Edy’s broader mission to explore and tap into the hidden potential of Argentina’s diverse...
At EYES on St Albans, we take glasses seriously. Well, our kind of seriously. But we also know that style matters, comfort counts, and exclusivity? Well, that’s the cherry on top of the specs.So when we got our hands on the new Brett collection – a striking line of men’s...
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