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Sopwell House
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Cottonmill Lane, Sopwell, St Albans AL1 2HQ, United Kingdom
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Historic Georgian country house hotel offering luxury accommodation and premium conference facilities in St Albans.
About This Venue
Sopwell House is an elegant Georgian country house hotel set in 12 acres of landscaped gardens on the outskirts of St Albans. This prestigious venue combines historic charm with modern facilities, featuring 128 luxuriously appointed bedrooms and suites. The hotel offers extensive conference and meeting facilities across multiple rooms, accommodating up to 400 delegates for large events. With its award-winning spa, fine dining restaurants, and beautiful grounds, Sopwell House provides an ideal setting for corporate events, weddings, and leisure stays. The venue's convenient location offers easy access to London while maintaining a peaceful countryside atmosphere.
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Indicative Budget
£9,000–£17,000
Typical day-delegate event for ~200 guests
Capacity (max)
400
Typical attendees
200
Per-head range
£45–£85
Currency
GBP
Indicative budget only — based on a typical day-delegate event (200 guests at £45–£85 per head). Final pricing depends on date, F&B, AV, accommodation and rate negotiation. Submit a brief for a tailored quote.
Capacity
400
Maximum Capacity
350
Theatre Style
400
Reception Style
Meeting Rooms
| Room Name | Area (m²) | Theatre | Boardroom | U-Shape | Classroom | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Sopwell Suite | 280 | 350 | 50 | 80 | 180 | |
Cottonmill Suite | 120 | 120 | 30 | 35 | 60 | |
Garden Room | 90 | 80 | 24 | 28 | 40 | |
Boardroom | 35 | - | 12 | - | - |
4 meeting rooms available • Total capacity: up to 350 people
Features & Amenities
✓Free WiFi
✓AV equipment
✓Air conditioning
✓Natural daylight
✓Parking
✓Accessible
✓24-hour reception
✓Spa facilities
✓Restaurant
✓Bar
✓Gardens
✓Executive lounge
✓Room service
📐 Space Specifications
1200
Total Space (m²)
3.5m
Ceiling Height
✓
Licensed Venue
Professional Hotel & Conference Centre space
🍽️ Food & Catering
🍴Restaurant On-site
🍷Bar On-site
Dietary Options
VegetarianVeganGluten-freeHalal
Full catering service available
🎤 AV Equipment
✓Built-in projectors
✓LED screens
✓wireless presentation systems
✓professional sound systems
✓wireless microphones
✓video conferencing facilities
✓stage lighting
✓high-speed Wi-Fi
✓flip charts
✓staging
🎯 Suitable For
📋Corporate conferences
📋business meetings
📋training seminars
📋product launches
📋gala dinners
📋awards ceremonies
📋team building events
📋exhibitions
📋networking events
♿ Accessibility
✓Wheelchair accessible rooms available✓Accessible meeting facilities✓Hearing loop systems in main conference rooms
Transport & Parking
🚆 Public Transport
St Albans City railway station 1.5 miles; Regular train services to London St Pancras (20 minutes); Local bus services; Luton Airport 12 miles; Heathrow Airport 25 miles
🅿️ Parking
✓ On-site parking available
Complimentary on-site parking for 150 cars. Additional parking available in nearby public car parks.
Availability
📅 Booking Lead Time
7 days minimum notice
👥 Capacity by Setup
350
theatre
50
boardroom
180
classroom
80
u shape
240
cabaret
400
reception
280
dining
260
banquet
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What is the maximum capacity?
Up to 400 delegates theatre style, 300 for dinner, multiple breakout rooms available for 20-80 guests each
What AV equipment is available?
Comprehensive AV packages including wireless presentation, video conferencing, professional sound and lighting systems, technical support included
Is catering available?
Full service catering from working lunches to formal dining, dietary requirements accommodated, licensed bar service available
Is there parking available?
Complimentary on-site parking for up to 200 vehicles, coach parking available, valet parking service optional
Location & Contact
📍 Address
Cottonmill Lane
Sopwell
AL1 2HQ, United Kingdom
🏷️ Categories
Conference CentreWedding VenueSpa HotelMeeting Rooms
Venue Location
Cottonmill Lane, Sopwell, St Albans, AL1 2HQ
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the maximum capacity?
A: Up to 400 delegates theatre style, 300 for dinner, multiple breakout rooms available for 20-80 guests each
Q: What AV equipment is available?
A: Comprehensive AV packages including wireless presentation, video conferencing, professional sound and lighting systems, technical support included
Q: Is catering available?
A: Full service catering from working lunches to formal dining, dietary requirements accommodated, licensed bar service available
Q: Is there parking available?
A: Complimentary on-site parking for up to 200 vehicles, coach parking available, valet parking service optional
🎯 Things to Do Nearby
🏰Historic Site
🏰
Roman City Heritage Site
2.1 km (1.3 mi)• 5 minutes
🏰
Cathedral and Abbey Gardens
2.3 km (1.4 mi)• 6 minutes
🏰
Clock Tower Heritage Centre
2.5 km (1.6 mi)• 7 minutes
🏰
Historic Hatfield Manor
12.4 km (7.7 mi)• 20 minutes
🎢Theme Park
🎢
Butterfly World Discovery Centre
8.2 km (5.1 mi)• 15 minutes
🦁Zoo
🦁
Safari Park Experience
18.6 km (11.6 mi)• 25 minutes
💡 Local Area: These attractions and shopping areas are located within driving distance of the venue, perfect for delegates attending multi-day events.
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