Darby's The Old Village Store in St Albans

I visited this, being my local store, early the other morning and I was shocked to see the owner and his wife not wearing any face coverings what so ever despite there being a sign clearly displayed on the entrance window saying face coverings must be worn by law when entering these premises.. I felt scared and vulnerable , there wasn’t even a Perspex protection shield for me as a customer at the till. How can this be safe ? I find this disgusting that somebody in this position is flaunting the law and potentially being a super spreader.

In Sandridge on the Main Street near Hartwood forest, this little shop - and when I say little I mean little - is convenient and has all the things a newsagent should have. Pop in here for a pint of milk and a newspaper, buy confectionary or every day essentials . The owner, Dave, is a nice bloke.

This little village shop has everything that you forgot to buy at the supermarket ! Always friendly and helpful service.

Love! Perfect for people who live in Sandridge! The staff are always so lovely! Has also your basics in store and more!

This convenient little store in the high street of Sandridge is very close to the Heartwood area. Placed next door to the Heartwood tearooms, it is handy for any small needs when visiting this part of Sandridge.

Friendly staff and has everything you need in your local corner shop! Love the cakes selection that is available

A store with easy access and has most of what you want when you need it. Parking is easy, store a bit cramped but worth it for what it sells

Great for grabbing groceries or having a quick drink. A bit like a tardis - looks tiny but seems to sell all essential food and provisions.

El antiguo pueblo de tienda ubicado en el pueblo de sandbridge, que está a un par de millas al norte de la calle. Albans, es una verdadera tienda que también funciona como un café. Es un buen lugar para tomar un café, té y un tentempié después de visitar cerca de duramen del bosque. Normalmente puedes aparcar en la calle cerca, o incluso directamente en frente de la tienda. El interior de la tienda es exclusivamente para provisiones, así que tienes que sentarse afuera con sus refrescos, pero es bastante agradable en un día agradable. La tienda se vende una variedad de productos, y generalmente comprar algo cada vez que visita. El servicio es bueno, y los precios son muy razonables.

Conveniently situated in the centre of the village Darby's is tiny but seems to manage to stock everything you might need - they even sell barista style coffee!

I love this store. It has everything and is open every day of the year except Christmas Day. You can even sit and have a coffee and pastry here after your walk through the Heartwood Forest.

The owners have done wonders with this shop which is a real village shop - rare these days. They do a pleasant coffee and have a selection of fresh pastries and savouries. Ideal after a walk around the nearby forest.

The Darby’s The Old Village Store, located in Sandridge near St Albans, is situated in a Grade II listed building dating from 1670 (the building has been a shop since 1721). The shop has some limited outdoor seating (albeit next to a very busy road) where you can enjoy a hot drink and goods (including fresh pastries) brought from the store.