Parks & outdoor spaces

St Albans Green Ring is a continuous walking and cycling route (approx. 9Km long) that encircles the city centre. The route primarily enhances existing cycling and walking routes and extends from Townsend in the north to Fleetville in the east, Sopwell in the south and into Verulam Estate to the west.

The objective of the Green Ring is to make cycling & walking a sensible first choice... Read more

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 Spy Mission themed Treasure Trail. As you follow the Trail route, can you solve the sneaky clues set on existing buildings, permanent features and monuments to crack the code and complete the mission just like a true secret agent?

St Albans is a classic treasure hunt with a modern twist: clues are delivered via text message and answers submitted by texting back.

Our trails aim to help you explore the town in a new way, getting you off the beaten track and noticing small details, so a Text Trail is great whether you're local to St Albans or just visiting for the day.

There are 2 Text Trails available... Read more

The OLLIE Foundation is a suicide prevention charity, set up in 2016 by three Hertfordshire parents who had each lost a son to suicide. They met in bereavement support and vowed to do all they could to stop another family going through the heartache they were experiencing. OLLIE's mission is to reduce the incidence of suicide. We do this by providing suicide prevention and intervention training and... Read more

Explore St Albans in this cryptic silhouette trail. You will need a sharp eye with attention to detail. Match the unique lines and patterns that hide in plain sight. Perfect for family and friends for a day out and simply the best way to explore St Albans! Recommended age 7 to 16. Hardcore puzzle solvers might find this one too easy. Location: St Albans, Hertfordshire

Splash Park during the summer months? With a brilliant atmosphere throughout the whole of summer our splash park is the place to be when it gets warm! It's a fantastic local attraction and being surrounded by the beauty of the park is a lovely experience.

Check the website for opening dates and times or Abbey View Sports Facebook account. (Open daily from 10.00 -18.00 daily from 15th... Read more

A Treasure Trail is Murder Mystery, Spy Mission or Treasure Hunt themed. By solving the fiendish clues we have set on the Trail you will either be discovering whodunit, finding the location of the buried treasure or completing the mission like 007. Trails all over the UK. The St Albans Treasure Trail starts at St Michaels Street. The Berkhamsted Treasure Trail starts at White Hill.

Verulamium Park is set in 100 acres of beautiful parkland close to the city centre and is a popular attraction throughout the year with a wide range of facilities including crazy golf (clubs available from Westminster Lodge Leisure Centre), Inn on the Park, orienteering route, playground, tennis and netball/basketball courts, adiZone (outdoor gym), lakes and Roman hypocaust. There is also a free splash... Read more