Sopwell

Settlement in Hertfordshire St. Albans

England

Sopwell

Park Looking NE from TL138067 across the lake in the park, toward the abbey in TL1407
Park Credit: Rob Hinkley

Sopwell is a suburban area located in the county of Hertfordshire, England. Situated just outside of St Albans city center, it forms a part of the St Albans City and District Council area. The area is primarily residential and offers a peaceful and tranquil setting for its residents.

One of the notable features of Sopwell is its close proximity to Verulamium Park, which is one of the largest green spaces in St Albans. This park offers a range of recreational activities, including walking trails, sports fields, and a beautiful lake. The park also houses the Verulamium Museum, which provides insights into the Roman history of the area.

Sopwell is well-connected to the rest of Hertfordshire and London by both road and rail. The nearby M25 motorway provides easy access to the wider region, while the St Albans City railway station offers regular services to London and other major cities.

The area is also home to a number of local amenities, including shops, schools, and healthcare facilities, making it an ideal place for families. Additionally, Sopwell benefits from a range of community events and activities, including seasonal fairs and local markets.

Overall, Sopwell offers a blend of natural beauty, historical significance, and modern conveniences, making it an attractive place to live for individuals seeking a peaceful suburban lifestyle with easy access to urban amenities.

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Sopwell Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.737812/-0.33142373 or Grid Reference TL1505. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Park Looking NE from TL138067 across the lake in the park, toward the abbey in TL1407
Park
Looking NE from TL138067 across the lake in the park, toward the abbey in TL1407
Roman city wall Looking NE from TL137066, with the old Roman city wall on the left.
Roman city wall
Looking NE from TL137066, with the old Roman city wall on the left.
M10, from bridge. Looking East from the bridge over the M10 at TL137055.
M10, from bridge.
Looking East from the bridge over the M10 at TL137055.
St Alban's cathedral The west front as rebuilt in the late C19 by a benefactor, Lord Grimthorpe, to his own specification. From TL143071, looking East
St Alban's cathedral
The west front as rebuilt in the late C19 by a benefactor, Lord Grimthorpe, to his own specification. From TL143071, looking East
St Albans cathedral Looking West from TL146070
St Albans cathedral
Looking West from TL146070
Cycleway bridge Looking East over the bridge over the Ver on the St Albans to Hatfield cycleway - an abandoned railway line - at TL153063.
Cycleway bridge
Looking East over the bridge over the Ver on the St Albans to Hatfield cycleway - an abandoned railway line - at TL153063.
Ruined nunnery The ruined nunnery at TL151064
Ruined nunnery
The ruined nunnery at TL151064
The Allotments Near the River Ver are the Allotments just off Cottonmill Lane.
The Allotments
Near the River Ver are the Allotments just off Cottonmill Lane.
Railway Bridge over the Alban Way Just near London Road is a pedestrian route from St.Albans to Hatfield.
Railway Bridge over the Alban Way
Just near London Road is a pedestrian route from St.Albans to Hatfield.
Where are we? St. Albans Railway Station is not shy in proclaiming its identity.  See Stacey Harris's photo <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/788654">TL1507 : St Albans Station</a> for the context of this close-up.
Where are we?
St. Albans Railway Station is not shy in proclaiming its identity. See Stacey Harris's photo TL1507 : St Albans Station for the context of this close-up.
St Alban's R.C. Church at St Julians This church is almost at the southern edge of St Albans.
St Alban's R.C. Church at St Julians
This church is almost at the southern edge of St Albans.
Orbital business park, St Albans Entry is controlled so I have no idea of the businesses.
Orbital business park, St Albans
Entry is controlled so I have no idea of the businesses.
Clarence Park Cafe  St Albans This cafe used to be the public lavatories until 
using a toilet went out of fashion.
Clarence Park Cafe St Albans
This cafe used to be the public lavatories until using a toilet went out of fashion.
The Lodge  Clarence Park St Albans A tied cottage provided for the Parks Superintendent. His office is the small room to the left
The Lodge Clarence Park St Albans
A tied cottage provided for the Parks Superintendent. His office is the small room to the left
The Falcon Pub in Park Street, Herts This pub is at the centre of the village
The Falcon Pub in Park Street, Herts
This pub is at the centre of the village
The Overdraught Pub,  Park Street, Herts Is that a pun or is that a howler?
The Overdraught Pub, Park Street, Herts
Is that a pun or is that a howler?
Napsbury Hospital London Colney This is now a housing development called the Arboretum  Expensive prices.
Napsbury Hospital London Colney
This is now a housing development called the Arboretum Expensive prices.
Napsbury Hospital London Colney The site is now a housing project, The water tower is being left until last in the hopes that a keen
person with half a million pounds will purchase it
Napsbury Hospital London Colney
The site is now a housing project, The water tower is being left until last in the hopes that a keen person with half a million pounds will purchase it
Show me another place!

Sopwell is located at Grid Ref: TL1505 (Lat: 51.737812, Lng: -0.33142373)

Administrative County: Hertfordshire

District: St. Albans

Police Authority: Hertfordshire

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 51.737812,-0.33142373
Turning Circle
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Bus Stop
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Bus Stop
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Lit: yes
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Cottonmill
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Turning Circle
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Turning Circle
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Sopwell
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Brand Wikidata: Q21008564
Old Name: Londis
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S M & Sons
Addr City: St Albans
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Addr Postcode: AL1 2JZ
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Post Box
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Post Box
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Turning Circle
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Fixme: solar panels?
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Fixme: additional panel set?
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Fixme: solar panels?
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Barrier: kissing_gate
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Bench
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Crossing
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Crossing
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Crossing
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