About us
Sopwell House is a family-owned Georgian-style country house hotel in the beautiful Hertfordshire countryside. The hotel boasts a 12-acre property and is located only 20 minutes away from London. It features 126 bedrooms and suites, including 16 individually designed stylish Mews Suites access via private gates, and 15 flexible function suites for meetings and events. • 15 versatile function spaces private, secure and with natural daylight • Four boardroom suites • Event space for 300 seated delegates with access for vehicles • Dedicated conference and event reception great for delegate arrival, welcome and group check-in • Private terraces and beautifully landscaped gardens with pond • Team building and activity space • Exclusive hire of the corporate space available • Modern AV facilities digital display screens for bespoke signage and complimentary dedicated Wi-Fi • Private bar facilities • Accessible location close to M1, M25, A1 and a short drive from London’s airports. There are also direct trains from London to St Albans • Cottonmill Spa featuring a sauna, indoor pool, steam room and gym • Award winning Club at Cottonmill Spa with access to spa garden, whisper room and deep relaxation room • Two bar areas offering bespoke and handcrafted cocktails for post-event relaxation • Brasserie restaurant offering modern British and Mediterranean cuisines • Award-winning Omboo restaurant for Asian fusion dishes, available for exclusive private hire
Venue Details
Industry Ratings
Awards
Amenities
Room features and guest services
- Calls (local)
- Concierge services
- Internet access
- Laundry service
- Luggage storage
- Room service
- View (garden)
Facilities
- All inclusive
- Extended stay
- Onsite catering
- Onsite restaurant
- Outside caterers allowed
- Space (outdoor)
- Space (private)
- Space (semi-private)
- Wheelchair accessible
Business services
- AV capabilities
- Video conference
- VIP services
Recreational activities
- Health club
- Indoor pool
- Spa or salon
- Whirlpool
Transportation
- Bus
- Taxi
- Train
Equipment
- Dance floor
- Loading dock
- Portable walls
- Staging area
AV capabilities
- AV equipment
Room features and guest services
- Calls (local)
- Concierge services
- Internet access
- Laundry service
- Luggage storage
- Room service
- View (garden)
Facilities
- All inclusive
- Extended stay
- Onsite catering
- Onsite restaurant
- Outside caterers allowed
- Space (outdoor)
- Space (private)
- Space (semi-private)
- Wheelchair accessible
Sustainability
www.sopwellhouse.co.uk/esg
Certifications (1)
Certification body:A-CERT-8497-4173
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Meeting rooms
Meeting rooms
Meeting space
Name | Room size | Ceiling height | Maximum capacity | U-Shape | Banquet rounds | Cocktail rounds | Theater | Classroom | Boardroom | Crescent rounds (Cabaret) | Hollow square |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
3,024.7 sq. ft. 74.5 x 40.4 sq. ft. | 11.8 ft. | 700 | 70 | 300 | 700 | 380 | 160 | 110 | 180 | - | |
1,184.0 sq. ft. 46.9 x 25.3 sq. ft. | 11.8 ft. | 110 | 30 | 80 | 110 | 100 | 40 | 40 | 50 | - | |
775.0 sq. ft. 22.6 x 34.1 sq. ft. | 8.2 ft. | 60 | 16 | 50 | 60 | 50 | 16 | 22 | 35 | - | |
366.0 sq. ft. 22.6 x 16.1 sq. ft. | 8.2 ft. | 30 | - | 24 | 30 | 25 | - | 12 | - | - | |
366.0 sq. ft. 22.6 x 16.1 sq. ft. | 8.2 ft. | 30 | - | 24 | 30 | 25 | 12 | - | - | - | |
1,786.8 sq. ft. 65.6 x 27.2 sq. ft. | 8.2 ft. | 160 | 40 | 120 | 160 | 140 | 40 | 50 | 80 | - | |
1,076.4 sq. ft. 39.4 x 27.2 sq. ft. | 8.2 ft. | 110 | 40 | 100 | 110 | 110 | 40 | 40 | 60 | - | |
473.6 sq. ft. 26.2 x 18.0 sq. ft. | 8.2 ft. | 30 | - | 20 | 30 | 25 | 12 | 12 | - | - | |
473.6 sq. ft. 29.5 x 16.1 sq. ft. | 8.9 ft. | 14 | - | - | - | - | - | 14 | - | - |
Guest rooms
Location
Getting Here
Local Attractions
St Albans Museum & Gallery
ZSL Whipsnade Zoo
St Albans Shopping
Hemel Hempstead Snow Centre
St Albans Cathedral & Verulamium Park
Warner Bros. Studio Tour
Veralum Golf Club
Nearby Vendors
Additional Information
Facility Restrictions
Pets are not permitted, with the exception of guide dogs. Please inform us in advance if you will be bringing a guide dog
Safety Information
Cancellation Policy
All cancellations must be confirmed in writing by the Client to the Hotel within 24 hours and will only be held as effective from the day of receipt of such written confirmation. The Hotel will send the final cancellation invoice within 7 days of receipt of written confirmation of cancellation by the client. The Hotel's payments terms of 14 days will apply. Cancellation Charges 186 or more days - 25% of the Projected Total Charge; 186-93 day prior to arrival - 50% of the Projected Total Charge; 93-31 days prior to arrival - 75% of the Projected Total Charge; Within 31 days of arrival - 100% of the Projected Total Charge.
Additional details
Complimentary car parking onsite plus three EV charging points
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Sopwell House Frequently Asked Questions
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Sustainable Practices
Diversity and Inclusion
Health and Safety
Please explain, if applicable, the carbon offsetting options you offer to corporations.
We do not publicly share this information
Please provide, if applicable, an e-mail address for a contact who can address any follow up questions relating to sustainability and social impact goals and initiatives.
events@sopwellhouse.co.uk
Has your hotel taken steps to reduce single-use plastics, such as removing plastic straws (except upon request for guests with disabilities), stirrers and cotton buds? If yes, please provide detail as to the steps you have taken to reduce single use plastics?
We have switched over from small throw away plastic bottles to recycled plastic in all bedrooms and public areas to significantly reduce the amount of single use plastic required for guest toiletries.
Does your hotel generate (onsite) or purchase (offsite) renewable energy (beyond your utility's standard offerings)? If yes, please describe your practices for generating or purchasing renewable energy.
No
Does your hotel engage in activities to protect & restore the natural environment in which it is located (i.e. trees planted, coral reef restored, etc.)?
Yes
Will your hotel be imposing any additional fees for cleaning services? If yes, please specify those fees.
No
Are specific cleaning/disinfection routines in place for pillows, duvets and their covers, headboard, bathrobe etc.? If yes, please describe.
We have specific procedures in place
Please include a link to your public report on community impact if applicable.
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Please provide any other comments you wish to make regarding your efforts/initiatives to obtain certification in these programs.
We're truly committed to sustainability and positive change here at Sopwell House. Partnering with Earth Check, we focus on reducing environmental impact through energy and water efficiency, waste reduction, and sustainable sourcing.
Please provide, if applicable, an e-mail address for a contact who can address any follow up questions relating to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
enquiries@sopwellhouse.co.uk
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