Parking in St Albans Cathedral

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Locally referred to as just “the Abbey” this famous cathedral is a sight to behold. It boasts the longest nave in England and dates back to the Norman times. It is currently open between 8:30am-5:30pm and entry is free although donations are welcomed. St Albans Cathedral is a place of prayer and pilgrimage.

Services are held at St Albans Cathedral midday Friday, Saturday mornings, Sundays, and there is also a 5:00pm evening prayer. Anyone is welcome to attend the services. The Abbey also hosts a variety of events, so check their social media or website for upcoming events.

With 1,700 years of history at the site of the cathedral, it’s worth spending a day exploring the rich heritage here. St Alban is considered Britain’s first saint and was buried on the site of the cathedral in the 3rd or 4th century. It is likely that a shrine or some form of chapel has existed at the site since then.

You’ll find the Abbey close to the centre of St Albans with the city located around 20 miles from central London. Parking at St Albans Cathedral is limited to a handful of disabled spaces, so you will need to access the Abbey from the city.

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Please note that visitor parking is not available at St Albans Cathedral. There are car parks in St Albans itself, including the London Road Car Park and Drovers Way. Both of these car parks are within a 10-minute walk of the Abbey and are well-located for access to the city centre.

Drovers Way

There are 351 spaces available at this car park, 11 of which are disabled bays. It is open 24 hours, 7 days a week. Evenings from 6:30 pm to 7:30 am and Public and Bank holidays are free at this car park.  Other charges below:

Monday - Saturday 7:30am - 6:30pm

• Up to 30 minutes - £0.70 
• Up to 1 hour - £1.30 
• Up to 2 hours - £2.90 
• Up to 3 hours - £3.30 
• Up to 4 hours - £4.40 
• Up to 6 hours - £5.40 
• Up to 24 hours - £10.90

Sunday 7:30am - 6:30pm 

• All day - £1.00

Up to one weeks parking - £31.90

London Road

The London Road car park has 194 spaces available, 4 are disabled bays. This car park is open 24 hours, 7 days a week with no charge from 6:30pm - 7:30am as well as on Public and Bank Holidays. Other charges are outlined below:

Monday - Saturday 7:30am - 6:30pm

• Up to 30 minutes - £0.70 
• Up to 1 hour - £1.30 
• Up to 2 hours - £2.90 
• Up to 3 hours - £3.30 
• Up to 4 hours - £4.40 
• Up to 6 hours - £5.40 
• Up to 24 hours - £10.90

Sunday 7:30am - 6:30pm 

• All day - £1.00
• Up to one weeks parking - £31.90

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By Train: The Cathedral is around a 20-minute walk from St Albans City station which services the Thameslink line. The St Albans Abbey station is a 10-minute walk to the cathedral and services the West Midlands Trains.

By Bus: Several buses link St Albans with the greater area including Hatfield with the 301 line.

By Car: St Albans is accessible from the M1, M25 and A1(M). 

By Plane: If you are flying into Heathrow, bus 724 links the airport and St Albans. For Luton and Gatwick airports, the Bedford-Brighton railway line will take you to St Albans.

Disabled parking at St Albans Cathedral is limited and blue badge holders should pre-book a space by calling 01727 890210 between 9:00am - 5:00pm Monday to Friday. These disabled spaces cannot be booked on Sundays.

The nearby Drovers Way and London Road car parks have marked disabled parking bays for blue badge holders.

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When is the Cathedral shop open?

The St Albans Cathedral shop is open everyday between 10:00am - 5:00pm. It sells souvenirs, gifts and books with profits going toward the maintenance of the ministry.

What facilities are available at St Albans Cathedral?

There is no parking available on site, but the Abbot’s Kitchen Cafe is open everyday between 10:00am - 4:00pm for refreshments. Between 11:30am and 2:30pm there is a BBQ on the Abbey Orchard so you can enjoy a picnic with your family.

When are services held at St Albans Cathedral?

Sunday Services include:

8:00am Eucharist in the Crossing

10:00am Eucharist in the Nave

6:00pm Evensong in the Crossing

Weekday Services include:

8:00am Morning Prayer

8:30am Eucharist

12:00pm Roman Catholic Mass (Friday only)

5:00pm Evening Prayer

Does St Albans Cathedral have a library and archives?

Yes, the cathedral has an archive which is available to researchers by appointment. The library offers an online click and collect service for members.

Who is the Dean of St Albans Cathedral?

The Very Reverend Dr Jeffery John is the Dean of St Albans Cathedral.

What are the contact details of St Albans Cathedral?

Call 01727 890210

Email [email protected]

Address 

St Albans Cathedral
Sumpter Yard
St Albans
Hertfordshire
AL1 1BY