Sopwell House
Sopwell House has 4 meeting/event spaces for 80–350 delegates (theatre), largest: Sopwell Suite (350).
- Up to 400 delegates
- 4 meeting spaces
- On-site parking
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Capacity overview
4 spaces · capacities by layout · floor area in m²
| Room | Theatre | Cabaret | Boardroom | Classroom | U-shape | Banquet | Reception | m² |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sopwell Suite | 350 | — | 50 | 180 | 80 | — | — | 280 |
| Cottonmill Suite | 120 | — | 30 | 60 | 35 | — | — | 120 |
| Garden Room | 80 | — | 24 | 40 | 28 | — | — | 90 |
| Boardroom | — | — | 12 | — | — | — | — | 35 |
At a glance
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.
Best suited for
- Corporate conferences
- business meetings
- training seminars
- product launches
- gala dinners
Why book with us?
- Independent venue sourcing
- Free to event organisers
- Access to negotiated rates
- Alternative venues included
- Human expert support
Know before you book
Provenance shown for every factMeeting spaces at this venue
Pricing & packages
Exact rates are confirmed on your proposal — our experts negotiate on your behalf.
Meeting room, equipment, lunch & refreshments.
Half day, full day and evening rates available on request.
Bespoke menus and exclusive-use packages for private events.
Food & catering
- Restaurant on site
- Bar on site
Dietary options catered for
Top facilities
- Free WiFi
- AV equipment
- Air conditioning
- Natural daylight
- Parking
- Accessible
- 24-hour reception
- Spa facilities
AV & production
Accessibility
Always confirm specific access requirements with our team — we check on your behalf.
- Wheelchair accessible
- Step-free access
- Accessible parking
- Adapted restrooms
Location & getting there
Cottonmill Lane, Sopwell, St Albans, AL1 2HQ, United Kingdom
Venue Intelligence™
Every rating below is computed from verified platform data — never marketing copy.
Sopwell House is a verified hotel & conference centre in St Albans, hosting up to 400 guests. Its profile rates most strongly for Corporate, Networking, Historic. Verified on-site: wi-fi, av & production, food & catering, bedrooms. Best suited to corporate conferences and board meetings.
Best for: corporate conferences and board meetings, receptions and networking events, memorable events in a heritage setting.
Sustainability credentials are not yet evidenced in the profile data.
Venue profile ratings
- Corporate★★★★★
- Luxury★★★★★
- Historic★★★★★
- Creative★★★★★
- Eco★★★★★
- Hybrid Ready★★★★★
- Networking★★★★★
- Training★★★★★
- International★★★★★
- Accessibility★★★★★
Verified on-site
- Wi-Fi✓ Verified
- AV & production✓ Verified
- Food & catering✓ Verified
- Bedrooms✓ Verified
- SustainabilityNot listed
- Accessibility✓ Verified
Venue IQ™
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- Oct 2025Venue verified and listed
Added to the InternationalVenues.com verified directory.
- Oct 2025Photography refreshed — 5 images
Latest venue imagery reviewed and published.
- Oct 2025Quality score 90/100
Top-tier data completeness — capacities, facilities and access verified.
Frequently asked
How many meeting rooms does Sopwell House have?
Sopwell House has 4 meeting and event spaces in St Albans, seating up to 350 delegates theatre-style in the largest room.
What is the capacity of Sopwell House's largest event space?
The largest event space at Sopwell House is Sopwell Suite, with a maximum capacity of 350 guests.
What conference facilities does Sopwell House offer?
Sopwell House offers Free WiFi, AV equipment, Air conditioning, Natural daylight, Built-in projectors, LED screens, wireless presentation systems across its 4 meeting and event spaces.
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
About Sopwell House
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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