St. Albans
Elephant and Castle

Elephant and Castle

Bars & Breweries in St Albans

4.5 936 Google reviews£20–30

+44 158 225 09 50Amwell Ln, St Albans, AL4 8EA · Wheathampstead

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Where to find them

Amwell Ln, St Albans, AL4 8EA

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About

Chase Inns have now taken over The Elephant and Castle and reopened on 22 June 26 following a substantial fresh new look and much needed investment and feel. This quintessential British pub with a large outside are and gardens in the heart of Hertfordshire is one not to be missed. Please feel free to visit the website and sign up for our newsletter to keep informed.

Amenities

Service options

  • Outdoor seating
  • Takeaway
  • Dine-in

Highlights

  • Bar games
  • Great beer selection
  • Great wine list
  • Live music
  • Live performances
  • Quiz night

Popular for

  • Solo dining

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible car park
  • Assistive hearing loop
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible seating
  • Wheelchair-accessible toilet

Offerings

  • Alcohol
  • Beer
  • Cocktails
  • Food
  • Food at bar
  • Free water refills
  • Happy-hour drinks
  • Private dining room

Dining options

  • Outside food allowed
  • Seating
  • Table service

Hours

Thursday
12 to 11 pm
Friday
12 to 11 pm
Saturday
12 to 11 pm
Sunday
12 to 10:30 pm
Monday
12 to 11 pm
Tuesday
12 to 11 pm
Wednesday
12 to 11 pm

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