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Alban Arena
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Civic Centre, St Peter's Street, St Albans AL1 3LD, United Kingdom
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Modern theatre and conference venue in St Albans city centre with flexible spaces for events up to 800 delegates.
About This Venue
The Alban Arena is St Albans' premier entertainment and conference venue, located in the heart of the historic city centre within the Civic Centre complex. This modern facility features a main auditorium with 800 seats, plus flexible meeting and conference spaces suitable for corporate events, meetings, and entertainment productions. The venue offers state-of-the-art technical facilities including professional lighting, sound systems, and AV equipment. With excellent transport links and city centre location, it provides convenient access to St Albans' shops, restaurants, and historic attractions including the Cathedral and Roman ruins.
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Indicative Budget
£18,000–£34,000
Typical day-delegate event for ~400 guests
Capacity (max)
800
Typical attendees
400
Per-head range
£45–£85
Currency
GBP
Indicative budget only — based on a typical day-delegate event (400 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
800
Maximum Capacity
800
Theatre Style
400
Reception Style
Meeting Rooms
| Room Name | Area (m²) | Theatre | Boardroom | U-Shape | Classroom | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Main Auditorium | 600 | 800 | - | - | - | |
Foyer | 200 | - | - | - | - |
2 meeting rooms available • Total capacity: up to 800 people
Features & Amenities
✓Professional AV Equipment
✓Stage Facilities
✓Free WiFi
✓Air Conditioning
✓Box Office
✓Foyer Space
✓Licensed Bar
✓Accessible Access
✓City Centre Location
✓Public Transport Access
📐 Space Specifications
1200
Total Space (m²)
8m
Ceiling Height
✓
Licensed Venue
Professional Theatre & Conference Centre space
🍽️ Food & Catering
🍴Restaurant On-site
🍷Bar On-site
Dietary Options
VegetarianVeganGluten-freeHalal
Full catering service available
🎤 AV Equipment
✓Professional lighting rig
✓Sound system
✓Stage microphones
✓Projection facilities
✓Wi-Fi
✓Recording capabilities
🎯 Suitable For
📋Theatre Productions
📋Conferences
📋Corporate Events
📋Concerts
📋Comedy Shows
📋Dance Performances
📋Awards Ceremonies
📋Training Events
♿ Accessibility
✓Wheelchair accessible✓Hearing loop system✓Accessible parking✓Level access
Transport & Parking
🚆 Public Transport
St Albans City railway station 0.3 miles (5 minute walk). Regular trains to London St Pancras (20 minutes). Local bus services stop outside venue. M25 Junction 22 approximately 3 miles.
🅿️ Parking
Nearby parking available
Pay and display parking in surrounding streets. Civic Centre car park adjacent to venue. Multi-storey car parks within 200m walk.
Availability
📅 Booking Lead Time
14 days minimum notice
👥 Capacity by Setup
800
theatre
200
reception
400
standing
0
boardroom
0
classroom
0
u shape
0
cabaret
0
dining
0
banquet
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What is the maximum capacity?
Up to 800 guests in theatre seating, flexible configurations available for conferences
What AV equipment is available?
Full professional theatre lighting and sound systems, projection facilities available
Is catering available?
Full catering services and bar facilities available on-site
Is there parking available?
On-site parking available, additional public parking nearby in St Albans city centre
Location & Contact
📍 Address
Civic Centre
St Peter's Street
AL1 3LD, United Kingdom
🏷️ Categories
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Venue Location
Civic Centre, St Peter's Street, St Albans, AL1 3LD
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the maximum capacity?
A: Up to 800 guests in theatre seating, flexible configurations available for conferences
Q: What AV equipment is available?
A: Full professional theatre lighting and sound systems, projection facilities available
Q: Is catering available?
A: Full catering services and bar facilities available on-site
Q: Is there parking available?
A: On-site parking available, additional public parking nearby in St Albans city centre
🎯 Things to Do Nearby
🏰Historic Site
🏰
St Albans Cathedral and Abbey
0.4 km (0.25 mi)• 5 minute walk
🏰
Verulamium Archaeological Park
1.2 km (0.75 mi)• 15 minute walk
🏰
Roman Theatre of Verulamium
1.5 km (0.9 mi)• 18 minute walk
🏰
Hatfield House Palace and Gardens
8.5 km (5.3 mi)
🏛️Museum
🏛️
St Albans Museum & Gallery
0.3 km (0.2 mi)• 4 minute walk
🏛️
de Havilland Aircraft Museum
6.2 km (3.9 mi)
💡 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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