Sopwell Priory
Starting at GBP 4
Mon, 29 Sep, 2025 at 12:00 pm - Fri, 31 Oct, 2025 at 12:00 am (GMT+01:00)
Sopwell Priory
Sopwell Priory, St Albans, United Kingdom
Above photo: Diliff, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 3.0. Cropped & resized.
A medieval priory’s ruined walls hide tales of fierce nuns, while ordinary pubs mask centuries of secret pacts and raucous rebellion. St Albans isn’t just history—it is layers of drama stitched into every street, waiting to be uncovered.
This self-guided audio tour leads you through Cottonmill, Sopwell Priory, The White Lion and the battlegrounds where England’s crown teetered on a knife-edge. It’s your ticket to discovering hidden stories that guidebooks often ignore.
What happened when a pack of robbers crashed the tranquil lives of Sopwell’s nuns? Who vanished behind The White Lion’s beams during nights thick with royal intrigue? And in half an hour of chaos, how did muddy boots in back gardens upend the fate of a nation?
Stride between ruins and cobbles where every turn peels back fresh intrigue. Feel battles echo underfoot and laughter linger in candlelit corners—St Albans transforms as you move.
Press play and let St Albans reveal its secrets where shadows cling to stones.
Experience the charm of Cottonmill like never before. Dive deep into tales of yesteryears, marvel at architectural wonders, and feel the pulse of the city as you navigate through its vibrant streets.
Once you book the tour, you'll receive an email within 10 minutes containing your unique redemption code and simple instructions to download our app. Enter the code, and you're all set to explore St Albans on your terms.
It doesn't matter which date or time you select, when you redeem the code, the audio tour will be available to you permanently so you can explore on any day.
Whether you're a solo traveler, a couple seeking a romantic escapade, a family on an educational outing, or a group of friends eager for adventure, this tour caters to all. It's perfect for those who value flexibility, rich storytelling, and the freedom to explore without constraints.
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You will visit the following locations:
Each stop features engaging audio stories that bring the location's history and significance to life.
Learn even more about Cottonmill with these bonus audio stories available in the app:
These additional topics provide deeper insights into the city's culture, history, and local life.
Above photo: Diliff, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 3.0. Cropped & resized.
Above photo: Manolo Fernández, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 2.5. Cropped & resized.
Above photo: Nigel Cox, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 2.0. Cropped & resized.
Above photo: [1], Wikimedia Commons, Public domain. Cropped & resized.
Above photo: Des Blenkinsopp, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 2.0. Cropped & resized.
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Tickets for St Albans Audio Tour: Legends, Libations & Lost Priories of Cottonmill can be booked here.
| Ticket type | Ticket price |
|---|---|
| Audio Tour Access | 4 GBP |
| - 12 Month Pass | 30 GBP |
