In December our beloved Odyssey cinema is showing the much awaited, and much hyped, latest blockbuster by the acclaimed film director Ridley Scott. Dr John Morewood, President of St Albans and Hertfordshire Architectural and Archaeological Society, and also Secretary of The Waterloo Association - the UK’s leading organisation dedicated to...
The village of Sandridge has undergone something of a renaissance over the past month, and more positive developments are promised in the weeks ahead. Having closed its doors during the Covid pandemic, the much-loved Heartwood Tearooms reopened for business at the start of November following a major redesign internally, both to...
St Albans actor Anna MacLeod Franklin stars in new film ‘The Mystery of Mr E’, Deborah Heath finds out more...
A lot has changed for one St Albans musician since the days of being dropped off by his parents to sing as a chorister at the Abbey although Mat Taylor maintains that it was that musical education that has led to him finally releasing his own album. Graphic designer Mat has...
Morgan Howell, AKA, Supersizeart, was there for the return of St Albans’ own supergroup...
In 1684, the first ever Duke of St Albans received his title by being dangled upside down outside a window. By his mother. Or so the story goes. But given that the young Duke’s mother was Nell Gwynn and his father was Charles II, it could well be true. Pretty much...
Former local newspaper editor turned author Aaron Gransby reveals how St Albans came to feature heavily in his debut novel...
Alex Brown has enjoyed a remarkable career tuning the pianos of various celebrities. He speaks to Alex Assadian about his experiences...
Elena Hogg, founder of local culinary company FOOD by Elena, devises some innovative ways to dispose of her excess apples...
Elena Hogg, founder of local culinary company FOOD by Elena, wonders whether we should be more forgiving of our efforts when it comes to baking cakes for children. A very good friend reminded me the other day that the start of this year’s Bake Off series is finally here and, as...
Contribute
You can help keep quality local journalism alive by making a one-off donation or set up a regular direct debit. Any contributions will help ensure the long-term future of the St Albans Times.
