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Join us on a journey as we explore some of the services that this magnificent estate has to offer, from stunning accommodation and award-winning dining to their rejuvenating Club at Cottonmill Spa.

Valentine's Day in St. Albans, Hertfordshire

 

 
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THINGS TO DO FOR VALENTINE’S DAY IN St. Albans


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The Alban Arena
St. Albans Gals Brunch & More Club is putting on an evening for the ladies to get together for dining, good company, and live music. 
Where: Aspava, The Alban Arena, Civic Cl, St Albans, Hertfordshire, AL1 3LD. 
When: Wednesday 14th February, 19:00 
Tickets: Free to join but RSVP required. 
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The Hub on Verulam 
The Hub Is offering up a delicious four course set menu at great value with tantalising dishes. For added ‘oomph,’ you could combine with the screening of Romeo and Juliet at their opulent on-site cinema. 
Where: The Hub on Verulam, 5b Verulam Road, St Albans, Hertfordshire, AL3 4DA.  
When: Wednesday 14th February, dinner served 17:30pm – 21:30pm and cinema screening 20:00. 
Tickets:  Not applicable but reservations are required. Menu is £90 per couple. 
About:  The Hub on Verulam is a social centre in St Albans for dining, cinema, events, and networking, which is open to members and non-members.  
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The Hub On Verulam - Original Dating 
The organisation is putting on speed dating this Valentines in St Albans for ages 30-45. 
Where: The Hub on Verulam, 5b Verulam Rd, St Albans, Hertfordshire, AL3 4DA. 
When: Wednesday 14th February, doors open 19:00. 
Tickets: £25 per person. 
About: The Original Dating company hosts speed dating and singles parties and since its foundation in 2003 and has organised more than 10,000 events and welcomed over 500,000 clients. 
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Sopwell House 
The ever-spectacular Sopwell house has Valentines covered this year, with a speciality Chinese menu at Omboo (as Chinese New Year falls on the 10th February 2024), an afternoon tea with a romantic twist and a Valentines set menu in the brasserie. See also their overnight stay and spa deals.  
Where: Sopwell House, Cottonmill Lane, St Albans, Hertfordshire, AL1 2HQ  
When: Saturday 10th and Wednesday 14th February. 
About:  Sopwell House has evidence of a house on site dating back to 1603 and is now a luxury, award-winning country hotel on the outskirts of St Albans.  
Tickets: Not applicable, reservations recommended. 
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The Ivy 
Has a special three-course Valentine’s set menu which is perfect for sharing. 
Where: 1-3 Verulam Rd, St Albans, Hertfordshire, AL3 4DA. 
When: Saturday 10th – Thursday 15th February, from 18:30pm. 
Tickets:  Not applicable but reservations are required. Menu is £75 per person. 
About: The Ivy Collection introduces the same high-level of service and cuisine which was first introduced to customers at the West End in London. Now the chain has high-end brasseries across London and city locations in the UK, including St Albans.  
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other events


Centurion Club 
Enjoy a candlelit dinner in the quiet countryside, with a menu crafted by head chef Calvin Hill and his team.  
Where: Hemel Hempstead Road, Hemel Hempstead, St Albans, Hertfordshire, HP3 8LA.
When: Wednesday 14th February, dinner served 18:00-21:00. 
Tickets: None required but booking recommended. 4 course menu is £90 per person. 

Miller and Carter 
For those steak lovers, the set menu for Valentines at Miller and Carter includes the customer favourite Chateaubriand 16oz. 
Where: Miller and Carter, 11 Victoria St, St Albans, Hertfordshire, AL1 3JJ. 
When: Valentine’s menu is served from Sunday 11th to Saturday 17th February, running alongside the À La Carte Menu. 
Tickets: None required but booking recommended. Menu starts with three courses for £35.95. 

Nice 2 Meet Ya Valentines gathering 
This unique dating group has a special Valentines get-together in St Albans with music and a buffet. Nice 2 Meet Ya is Hertfordshire's only friendship and dating group for adults with learning disabilities and/or autism. 
Where: New Greens Residents Association Hall, 2 High Oaks, St Albans, AL3 6DL 
When: Wednesday 14 February 2024 from 19:00-21:00. 
Tickets: £15 for non-members (+£1.96 booking fee), free to members. Available here.  

Peahen 
A lovely set menu with sharing platter options and a special Valentines cocktail on offer.  
Where: 14 London Road, St Albans, Hertfordshire, AL1 1NG  
When: Wednesday 14th February 
Tickets: None required but reservations recommended. £36.25 per person for 3 courses and a glass of fizz. 

Slug and Lettuce 
Join friends or that special someone at the Slug and Lettuce for a bottomless brunch, with extended hours for Valentine’s Day.  
Where: Slug and Lettuce, 13–15 Victoria Street, St Albans, Hertfordshire, AL1 3JJ. 
When: Wednesday 14th February, 10:00-19:00 
Tickets:  Book in advance to secure a place. Enjoy a complimentary Malibu Strawberry Bomb when you pre-book.  

St. Albans Cathedral  
From St. Albans with Love - Romantic songs from film and stage, love poetry, readings, and reenactments of romantic cinema, in aid of St Albans Cathedral Education Trust and with performances by the West End and Broadway. 
Where: St Albans Cathedral, Sumpter Yard, St. Albans, Hertfordshire, AL1 1BY  
When: Saturday 10th February, 7:30pm  

St Michael’s Manor Hotel 
A delicious set menu in opulent settings, accompanied by an electrical violinist. 
Where: St Michael's Manor Hotel, Fishpool Street, St Albans, Hertfordshire, AL3 4RY  
When: Menu available Saturday 10th and Wednesday 14th February. 
Tickets:  None required but reservations needed. £125 per person for four courses, with a glass of champagne and a complementary gift to take home. 

The Three Horseshoes 
With a special Valentine’s menu including a ‘make your own’ cocktail at the table. 
Where: 612 Hatfield Rd, Smallford, St Albans, Hertfordshire, AL4 0HP 
When: The menu will be served from Monday 12th to Saturday 17th February. 
Tickets: None required but booking recommended. Menu is three courses for £29.50. 

Thai Square 
A delicious set menu with welcome cocktail for lovers of Thai food. 
Where: Thai Square, 26A, 28 George St, St Albans, Hertfordshire, AL3 4ES. 
When: Wednesday 7th – Wednesday 14th February. 
Tickets: None required but reservations recommended. £28 for 2 courses, £42 for 3 courses. 

The Wicked Lady 
For a cosy country pub experience, this pub between St Albans and Wheathampstead has a special 3-course menu. 
Where: The Wicked Lady, Nomansland, St Albans, Hertfordshire, AL4 8EL. 
When: Monday 12th – Saturday 17th February. 
Tickets: None required but reservations recommended. 3 courses from £35 per person, £55 per person to include champagne to share.