22 Jul 2025 Prom night prep – how St Albans has embraced the tradition
Laura Bill dons her best frock and finds out how the tradition of proms has become an intrinsic part of school life in the St Albans district...
Laura Bill dons her best frock and finds out how the tradition of proms has become an intrinsic part of school life in the St Albans district...
Mike Neighbour, author of St Albans’ Own East End, looks at the truth behind the origins of the recently-renamed Rats’ Castle pub...
It's a busy summer already for St Albans city centre BID (Business Improvement District), which has unveiled its new guide to independent local businesses and revealed plans for a pop-up beach near the Civic Centre. Designed to help visitors and residents discover what’s on offer, the new Independent Shopping & Services...
Buckle up, sunglasses lovers — because something very stylish has just cruised into St Albans. And we mean that literally. Porsche Design sunglasses have relaunched, and the only place in town you can get your hands (or rather, your face) on them is… you guessed it… EYES on St Albans.Yes,...
Oakman Inns, the company behind the ambitious redevelopment of iconic nightspot Batchwood Hall, has gone into administration. The firm was supposed to be giving the venue a new lease of life as an upmarket restaurant, bar and hotel. Owners St Albans district council agreed a long-term lease with parent company The Oakman...
Oaklands College is holding a family-friendly day on July 26 with two exciting events running back to back. First off, get ready for a roar-some adventure with a thrilling open-air dinosaur show where kids (and grown-ups!) can come face-to-face with Terry the T-Rex and the adorable baby Rexy in an exciting...
Ye Olde Fighting Cocks will throw open its doors for a free Summer Festival on Saturday, August 2, from 12 noon ‘til late. For the third year, the pub will be holding a day-long celebration of live music, great food, and good vibes Two outdoor stages will host a stellar lineup of...
Harpenden's youngsters are once again invited to bring their cuddly companions along to the town's annual Teddy Bears' Picnic. Taking place in the grounds of Rothamsted Park on August 6 from 11am-2pm, the free event is is organised to coincide with National Play Day – a nationalcelebration of children’s right to...
Thousands of people took a trip back into time to explore what archaeological secrets might be concealed under the Rose and Crown pub in St Michael’s village. The pub is currently being re-developed and as part of the planning process members of the St Albans Museums Archaeology team had a rare...
Elena Hogg, founder of local culinary company FOOD by Elena, celebrates the complex fragrance and flavours of basil. Basil hates me. Any basil plant I’ve ever owned has invariably died within days, no matter how shady or sunny the spot it inhabits, the amount of water I give it,or the level...
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