The Grand Designs-style transformation of a 17th century barn and 1930s changing rooms into St Albans’ newest theatre is growing ever-closer, with restoration work set to begin in a matter of months. St Albans theatre production company OVO will be creating the St Germain’s Barn theatre in Verulamium Park, with a...
Deborah Heath is at the Maltings Theatre for Breakaway Theatre Company’s latest production...
Muslims throughout St Albans are currently marking their Holy Month of Ramadan, but many people outside the Islamic faith don’t realise there’s more to the ritual than not eating or drinking between dawn and dusk. Considered one of the holiest times for Muslims, Ramadan is observed worldwide as a month of...
A Green Party candidate standing in May's district council elections was on the frontline of their successful by-election win in Gorton and Denton. Livvy Gibbs, who is standing in Clarence ward, said she will be bringing her experiences in Greater Manchester back to the campaign trail here in St Albans. She explained:...
St Albans-born actress and singer-songwriter Asha Banks, star of Amazon Prime’s My Fault: London, will headline London’s iconic Roundhouse on March 15, marking the biggest live show of her career to date. The 22-year-old, who attended Parmiter’s School and still lives in St Albans, will take to the Camden stage following...
Mother’s Day is a moment to pause and celebrate the amazing women who shape our lives, whether that’s Mum, a step-mum, Nan, Grandma or someone who’s been like a mum to you. The Maltings in St Albans has everything you need in one easy stop, from meaningful keepsakes to indulgent treats...
The River Ver in St Albans - one of only around 200 rare chalk streams across the globe - could become a UNESCO World Heritage site. The Ver, which flows from the Chiltern Hills to the River Colne, features crystal-clear, mineral-rich water at a constant temperature of about 10°C - which...
A new exhibition will be exploring themes of tension, anxiety, repair and connection through the medium of textile art. The Art of Unravelling is the first solo exhibition by Irish artist Carrie Cook, and can be seen at the Collective Gallery, 18 Holywell Hill, from February 26 to March 4 from...
The resurfacing of pothole-riddled Victoria Street railway bridge has been scheduled for the spring. The project has been promoted by Green Party county councillor Matt Fisher, who says it is a major step forward for active travel, commuter safety, and protecting vehicles from unnecessary wear and tear. Ahead of his election, while...
Seeing colour differently – EYES on St Albans introduces ShadeShift If there’s one thing we all know well, it’s that the weather likes to keep us guessing.Bright sunshine on the school run (we live in hope). Cloud cover by lunchtime. Glare sneaking in just as you’re driving home. Which is why...
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