St Albans Audio Tour: Legends, Libations & Lost Priories of Cottonmill
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.
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About this tour
- scheduleDuration 40–60 minsGo at your own pace
- straighten3.6 km walking routeFollow the guided path
- headphonesAudio guide1+ languages available
- wifi_offWorks offlineDownload once, use anywhere
- all_inclusiveLifetime accessReplay anytime, forever
- location_onStarts at Sopwell Priory
Stops on this tour
Frequently asked questions
How do I start the tour?
After purchase, download the AudaTours app and enter your redemption code. The tour will be ready to start immediately — just tap play and follow the GPS-guided route.
Do I need internet during the tour?
No! Download the tour before you start and enjoy it fully offline. Only the chat feature requires internet. We recommend downloading on WiFi to save mobile data.
Is this a guided group tour?
No — this is a self-guided audio tour. You explore independently at your own pace, with audio narration playing through your phone. No tour guide, no group, no schedule.
How long does the tour take?
Most tours take 60–90 minutes to complete, but you control the pace entirely. Pause, skip stops, or take breaks whenever you want.
What if I can't finish the tour today?
No problem! Tours have lifetime access. Pause and resume whenever you like — tomorrow, next week, or next year. Your progress is saved.
What languages are available?
All tours are available in 50+ languages. Select your preferred language when redeeming your code. Note: language cannot be changed after tour generation.
Where do I access the tour after purchase?
Download the free AudaTours app from the App Store or Google Play. Enter your redemption code (sent via email) and the tour will appear in your library, ready to download and start.
If you don't enjoy the tour, we'll refund your purchase. Contact us at [email protected]
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