Sports & leisure

The Alban Way is a trail for cyclists and walkers along a disused section of the Great Northern Railway, between the historic towns of St Albans and Hatfield, providing an interesting route through Hertfordshire countryside.

This safe, flat, gentle, traffic-free route runs between Cottonmill Lane in St Albans and Wrestlers Bridge in Hatfield. Its smooth surface makes it perfect for all... Read more

The Apollo Activities Centre (in St. Albans) is located on a mature parcel of property with a sizable, immaculately maintained field that is surrounded by trees. You can reserve some truly unforgettable experiences at the centre, such as:

- Both the Target archery followed by the 3D field archery course

- Pistol and Air Rifle Shooting

- Throwing Knives... Read more

Abbey View Sports Complex's beach courts allows you to enjoy both beach volleyball and beach tennis, meaning you don't have to travel to the golden sands of Miami or Rio de Janeiro to enjoy these exotic sports, but they're available farthest-flung Hertfordshire too! They're both fantastic sports that will give you a great whole-body workout that are great fun to play with friends too!

Here at Bricket Wood Paintball Centre we like to think were Hertfordshire's No.1 paintball site. 9 different zones, great packages to suit everyone with experienced paintballing staff dedicated to making your day the adrenalin-fuelled day out of your dreams. Great for friends, family and work mates.

The formal park covers an area of approximately 3.6 hectares (9 acres), and includes a wide range of features that still exist from the original park. These include rose and flower beds, extensive tree and shrub planting, the Aberdeen granite drinking fountain and the park-keeper's lodge. Has a children's playground. Also has an artificial sports pitch and a hockey pitch, and during the summer months free, turn up and play tennis courts.

The only climbing wall in St Albans!

A lovely climbing wall for all ages and abilities.

We have tasters for children and adults, private sessions and lots of specials.

Come for a climb, challenge yourself or just hang around and have a chilled evening climbing.

Ages 3 to 99

NICAS sessions for 7-15 year olds
NICAS WILD... Read more

Here at Cotlandswick Leisure Centre, we've got everything required to help the whole community enjoy staying active. From our superbly well-equipped gym to a variety of group exercise classes designed to suit everyone - there really is something for everybody. We've also got eight 3G five-a-side football pitches available for hire, as well as a seven-a-side pitch, alongside a sports hall. The centre also boasts a soft play facility and a café to help you stay refreshed.

The Cottonmill Community and Cycling Centre provides a hub for everyone in the local community to gather and enjoy the local facilities. We provide a small café offering comfortable indoor and outdoor seating, function rooms available for hire, full Changing Places facility available, a free to use multi use games area, and fantastic cycling facilities.

The CCCC is also home to the... Read more

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Mon & Thu: 10am & 5pm
Tue & Fri: 1 - 5pm
Sat: 10am - 4pm
Wed & Sun: Closed

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Are you looking for something to do with family and friends or seeking a fun day out with the kids in St Albans? Then why not explore St Albans on this self-guided Treasure Hunt themed Treasure Trail. As you follow the Trail route, can you solve the sneaky clues set on existing buildings, permanent features and monuments to discover the location of the buried treasure? Grab your Trail booklet now