From the age of 16, Heidi Stroud knew she would go on to foster children. And when her own daughter sadly died, she couldn’t bear the thought of having more children of her own because she didn’t want to be a mum to another. But she loved parenting, so it...
A new booklet promises to shed fresh light on St Albans’ often-overlooked involvement in the 17th century conflict between Crown and Parliament. Due to its proximity to London, the St Albans area was of pivotal importance during the British Civil Wars of 1642-1651. Most of the local gentry and townspeople stood against...
Following previous features looking at those people buried at Fleetville Cemetery, the parish churches of St Albans and the Cathedral, we find out more about the history and burials of St Ncholas’ Church in Harpenden...
Elena Hogg, founder of local culinary company FOOD by Elena, reflects on her career...
A collection of newspaper cuttings dating back around 150 years not only provide a fascinating insight into Victorian St Albans, but also provide invaluable correspondence on matters of local history which would otherwise be lost forever. Mounted in a hardback edition of The Printing Trades’ Diary and Desk-Book for 1879 can...
Just over 40 years ago, the City and District of St Albans Corporation published an ‘official guide’ to the district at large which mixed contemporary advertisements with historical details, places of interest and other useful information. Whether you were a long-term resident, a visitor or someone considering moving here, it was...
Elena Hogg, founder of local culinary company FOOD by Elena, discovers some taste sensations on her summer hols...
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...
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...
Once referred to as a nation of shopkeepers, it’s perhaps fair to say that today’s Britain is more of a nation of hospitality businesses – but for how long? Recent months have seen the Government’s new tax burdens take their toll on businesses across the district, with the hospitality industry in...
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