Bars & Breweries

Rustic pub with outdoor tables serving real ale, craft beers and homemade food plus open-mic nights.

Half-timbered, 17th-century coaching inn with homemade food, wood ceiling beams and a beer garden.

14 Cravells Rd

Creative British cooking and real ales served in smart, 16th-century log-fire pub or on terrace.

The Colney Fox in London Colney occupies the site of a former coaching inn and remains a popular stop between St Albans and London. Combining historic charm with cosy surroundings, it's a welcoming place for seasonal dishes, Sunday roasts and cask ales.

East Common

Family pub & very friendly Play area is now open The pub will still be open as normal during repairs, work starts Tuesday 11/06/24

Ballslough Hill

Welcome to the beautiful Crown in St Albans, a charming pub with real character and a warm welcome for locals and visitors alike. We offer an extensive selection of rare premium spirits, real ales, new craft beers, fine wines and a delicious menu.

With three distinctive seperate areas, The Engineer has something for everyone. Lively at the weekends, yet laid back during the week. Ideally located in Southdown, Harpenden on the edge of the common, The Engineer is a friendly local pub offering great food, craft beers, hearty ales and delicious wines in a relaxed atmosphere. With friendly staff and great service, there is something for everyone whether you want to meet with friends and family, have a Sunday roast or watch the latest sport.

72 Park St

The Farmer’s Boy is a family run pub in St Albans. We serve 3 real ales and 5 craft ales on tap alongside a selection of lagers & cider. In the fridges you’ll find a selection of the latest & greatest craft cans. Drink in, takeaway or find us on deliveroo.

Quaint, red-brick Victorian pub offering real ales and comfort food by the open fire or beer garden.

Ben and the team welcome you to The Gate in the beautiful village of Bricket Wood. We pride ourselves on fantastic food and excellent service.

37 High St

70 Lower Luton Rd

Beautifully authentic 15th century coaching inn. Selling fine wines, a large array of quality beers, lagers and spirits. We are Cask Marque accredited for our real ales. We have bean to cup delicious coffee, some nice cocktails and an extensive gin, rum and whiskey menu. For entertainment we have a quiz night every Sunday evening from 7.30. We have a different very good live band on the first Saturday of every month. We try to show most live sporting events on our 8 high definition screens, 2 of which are in our large and wonderful hidden garden at the end of our old carriageway. There's a lot more space inside than you could imagine and it makes a great venue for parties and celebrations of all sorts.

The Green Dragon has stood beside the River Colney on Waterside for generations - a weathered, friendly place where St Albans locals, walkers, and weekend diners have long found a warm fire and a proper pint. The building wears its history quietly; you can feel it in the low beams, the soft light near the river, and the view outside.

An exceptional local in every sense, the Harpenden Arms pub in Harpenden serves the town from a prime spot right on the High Street.

5 Verulam Rd

The Holly Bush is a stunning country pub in Potters Crouch, St Albans, serving fresh modern British food, seasonal specials, craft drinks and traditional ales. With a spacious garden, cosy log burners and a warm, friendly atmosphere, it's the perfect destination for relaxed dining, Sunday roasts, family gatherings and drinks with friends throughout the year

33 Church End

Hertfordshire's Premier Grass-Roots Live Music Venue

Indulge in wildly delicious food all day: our open kitchen serves up brunch, lunch and dinner, alongside al-fresco BBQ dishes all Summer. Coffee & Cocktails: Unwind with our barista coffees and handcrafted cocktails daily. Entertainment for everyone: We offer a vibrant atmosphere with two cinema screening rooms to catch movies, live sports, community events, and more! Live Music & Events: Immerse yourself in live music performances every month and discover exciting pop-up events. Co-Working Memberships: Work from our members only mezzanine and enjoy lots of freebies, perks and benefits. Reservations: can be made through our website, event tickets also available to book online. Walk ins are also welcomed.

The Ivy St Albans Brasserie brings the familiar luxury of The Ivy on West Street to a relaxed yet sophisticated all-day dining restaurant on Verulam Road.

Anthony and Faith warmly welcome you to the John Bunyan, a truly family-run country pub set in a picturesque woodland setting on the edge of the newHeartwood Forest. The pub takes its name from John Bunyan, the renowned local preacher and author of Pilgrim s Progress, who once preached and occasionally stayed in a nearby cottage—whose ruins can still be found close to the pub today.

The perfect setting for a laid-back yet distinctly memorable drinking and dining experience. Whether you’re looking for a lazy lunch or family dinner, The King Harry offers flavoursome food, an explorative drinks menu and an authentic, homely atmosphere to suit all occasions. • Craft Beer • Beer Garden • British Classic Pub Food • Great Atmosphere & Service • Events & Private Hire

The King William IV is a cosy, affordable Ember Inn pub in St Albans, offering affordable, high-quality pub food, classic Sunday roasts and options for all tastes and budgets. Family-friendly with a welcoming atmosphere, it’s the perfect local pub to relax, dine and enjoy time together.

A stylish and spacious bar, perfect to meet and mingle with friends, family or new faces. With large areas available for private or corporate hire, The London Stone hosts all parties large and small.

Lower Luton Rd

A traditional pub in the heart of St Albans with a reputation for serving great real ales and ciders. South Herts CAMRA Pub of the Year 2017, and Cider Pub of the Year 7 years running. Large sunny beer garden to the rear with covered areas which can be reserved for functions and private parties during the warmer months. Food served 12-8pm Monday to Thursday and 12-6pm Friday and Saturday.

Wellington House, 15 Leyton Grn

The Old Bell is a welcoming Chef & Brewer countryside pub in Harpenden, housed in a Grade II listed former farmhouse dating back to 1735. Conveniently located for the M1, Luton and London Luton Airport, it’s perfectly placed for a meal or drink after a local walk — and dogs are welcome both inside and out. Enjoy a refreshing cask ale in our tree-lined beer garden before sitting down to classic pub food. Our menu features hearty breakfasts, seasonal specials and a traditional Sunday roast, catering for the whole family. With free Wi-Fi, disabled facilities and coach parking for larger groups, we offer comfort and convenience in equal measure. Join us for a delicious lunch or hearty dinner. Book your table today.

A delightful pub & restaurant for a light bite, late lunch or a dinner destination

The Old Fox 🦊 is a family friendly run business That is situated at the very end of a beautiful lane surrounded by woodlands and wildlife. The Munden Estate is a magical place to go for long walks, horse riding and cycling. Then call in to the The Old Fox for a refreshment or two

86 Park St

8 Ninnings Cottages

Our St Albans pub is the perfect place to watch Sky and TNT Sports. Happy hours available alongside a huge beer garden.

5 Station Rd

Youth charity, The Pioneer Club, has been a community hub since 1941. Home to the UK’s oldest indoor skatepark and a renowned live music venue, it’s hosted legendary acts like The Zombies, Motörhead and Enter Shikari, plus up-and-coming local bands and regular alternative 80s and indie nights. A flexible space with capacity from up to 400 people and a licensed bar, it’s perfect to hire for your event. A place for learning we offer a diverse range of classes, events and activities across performing arts and music alongside skateboarding lessons for kids and adults. Proud to be LGBTQ+ friendly and St Albans’ Home of Alternative Culture, we support local young people, fostering creativity, inclusivity and community engagement.

Traditional bar games and a serious approach to real ale in a family-friendly country watering hole.

2 Rosette Gastro Pub serving fresh seasonal dishes in a relaxed countryside environment

Traditional Georgian pub with a terrace, weekly quiz nights and a comfort food menu.

It's hard to believe that when it was built for Lady Frances Cooke Grimston in 1838 she referred to it as a ‘little cottage’. This beautiful building has been lovingly transformed into our ‘little pub’. The stone terrace has been extended to become the perfect spot for Al Fresco dining, overlooking the lawns that gently slope down towards the River Ver at the bottom of the gardens. (Although we say so ourselves) we feel we offer a gorgeous environment to dine in, either in spacious light rooms or tucked away into the cosier nooks and crannies. Our menus are created daily from fresh, local produce, dreamt up by our talented team of chefs who cater for lighter appetites as well as those wanting hearty British pub classics.

7 Church End

An award winning micro pub located on the Wheathampstead high street. Always a warm welcome to everyone with a great range of locally sourced beer, wine, gin, coffee, tea, cake and much more. No TV or loud music so conversation is always encouraged... dogs and well behaved children are welcome.

The Red Cow, 171 Westfield Rd

We are a modern Public House - a restaurant, pub and somewhere to stay set on the edge of Harpenden Common and minutes from the bustling high street. We offer a warm welcome whether you are coming for lunch, dinner, just a drink or to stay the night. We serve seasonal Modern British food - classic British food with an inventive twist as well as more sophisticated plates and our famous Sunday lunches and popular Steak Nights. Enjoy interesting local ales and larger, an interesting wine list and cocktails in a relaxed and contemporary setting. We use local produce sourced direct from ethical and sustainable producers. Upstairs we have four comfortable en-suite bedrooms, perfect for an overnight stay if you are visiting friends or family.