Parks and open spaces
Parks, Open Spaces and Play Areas with the City & District of St Albans form an important network of spaces and public places.
Alongside trees, these green spaces play a valuable role in improving the quality and character of District.
Parks and Green Spaces COVID-19 update
Following the Prime Minister’s announcement on Monday 23rd March 2020, the following facilities are closed, and will remain closed until further notice.
- Children's Play Areas
- Outdoor Fitness Areas and Equipment
- Multi Use Games Areas
- Sports Courts
This is necessary to ensure social distancing, limit the spread of coronavirus and protect the health and safety of our communities.
Service News
Rothamsted Park’s ownership changes
Ownership of Rothamsted Park and some other green spaces in Harpenden is to be transferred to the Town Council at no cost.
Plans to create a wilder St Albans District
Ambitious plans to create a wilder St Albans District have been boosted by £100,000 of funding.
Radio Verulam at the Healthy Hub
Community station Radio Verulam has highlighted the many services on offer at St Albans’ Healthy Hub.
Update on Harpenden Leisure and Cultural Centres development
Users of Harpenden’s Sports Centre are being offered alternative facilities while the building is closed so it can be transformed into a state-of-the-art cultural venue.
Verulamium Museum to be temporarily closed this February half-term for vital works
Verulamium Museum – renowned for its ancient treasures and some of the finest mosaics outside of the Mediterranean – is set to close temporarily this February to enable vital works to be undertaken
Plans for new community hub make major progress
Plans to revamp an ageing community centre in the Sopwell ward of St Albans are to advance to the pre-construction stage.
Revitalising The Ver: £300,000 pledged for next phase of the project
The Environment Agency has committed £300,000 to the next phase of the Revitalising the River Ver partnership project, Councillors have been told.
Holocaust Memorial Day Service
St Albans Mayor Councillor Janet Smith is to host a service to commemorate victims of the Holocaust and other genocides.
Christmas Charter Market Launch Event
Live music and dancing are among the attractions at a fun event to launch the St Albans Christmas Charter Market.
Mayor's Carol Concert Open To All
Everyone is welcome to attend one of the most popular festive events in St Albans – the Mayor’s Carol Concert.
Mayor to join charity sleepout
The Mayor of St Albans is to experience life as a rough sleeper to help raise money for local charities that work to reduce homelessness.
Former Mayor raises £11,000-plus for charity
Former St Albans Mayor Councillor Rosemary Farmer raised more than £11,000 for charity during her year in office.
Thousands attend Christmas Cracker event
Thousands of people attended the St Albans Christmas Cracker event to launch the festive season in spectacular style.
Playing Out scheme launched
A scheme to encourage children in St Albans District to play safely outside in their neighbourhood has been launched.
£73,500 boost for community centre
A community centre in St Albans will be able to expand its services after being awarded £73,500 for major improvements.
Thousands expected at Christmas Cracker street party
More than 12,000 people are expected at a spectacular street party that will launch the festive season in St Albans District.