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Black & White postcard of the Greyhound Pub Wivenhoe. Photo credited to Wivenhoe Memories Collection

A self-guided walk along Wivenhoe High Street discovering what Wivenhoe was like 100 years ago

Colchester's Roman Wall curves around the Balkerne Gate

A free guided walk around Britain's oldest town wall.

Image shows Michael Spicer looking serious with a skull next to him, a clock and a globe.

Michael Spicer, the online sensation who brought you the award-winning viral hit The Room Next…

Boats lined up at the river bank. An attendant opens the door of a wooden hut.

Daytime restaurant in the heart of Constable Country, serving breakfast, brunch and lunch.

Visit Colchester Britain's First City logo on blue background

E J Markham and Son was established in 1836 and specialises in watches, old gold, antique and…

Photo shows Morris Men dancing next to Hollytrees in the Castle Park

Founded in 1926, Colchester Morris celebrates its 100th birthday in 2026.

An evening with John Lydon

An evening with John Lydon

African elephant by Tom Smith

Enjoy a wild adventure at the No. 1 Outdoor Activity in Essex, Colchester Zoological Society!

St Peter's Church

Join Dorian Kelly in one of his unique looks at the buildings of Colchester and their famous…

Dedham Assembly Rooms

In the heart of Constable Country, this stylish, elegant and historic building has recently been…

Putt in the Park, Colchester

An adventure golf course and clubhouse cafe, set in the beautiful and historic surroundings of…

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The annual exhibition of historic photographs of the town of Wivenhoe in north-east Essex.

Image shows two men in straw hats looking at each other dumbfoundedly.

Described as East Anglia's answer to Les Miserables, The Hay Wain flips the popular rural nostalgic…

Remains of a Roman Church, Colchester

Dating from the 4th century AD the foundations of this church near the Police Station just off the…

Multiple bright curries against a grey background.

Lost cuisines and ingredients - as well as closely-guarded Indian family recipes - come together at…

Colchester Arts Centre by Night

The home of live music, comedy, theatre, poetry, dance, children's shows, clubs, farmer's markets,…

Cuckoo Dough Exterior

Located in the heart of Colchester city centre, Cuckoo Dough is open for brunch, pizza and…

Birch Gallery

Art gallery displaying fine detail watercolours by John Harrison, Originals high quality prints and…

Outdoor seating at The Three Horseshoes Pub

2 AA Rosette family run country pub and restaurant, nestled just outside Colchester in the lovely…

Image shows Wimbledon lineswoman

A Wimbledon line judge for 20 years, comedian Pauline Eyre is ready to spill the Pimms on tennis…

Thorrington Mill Vineyard logo

This 12 acre vineyard is planted on the sea level south facing slopes on a beautiful family farm on…

A bright, open beer garden with wooden tables and a path.

Traditional local pub with open fires, a secret garden and fine ales.

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More Highlights

Black & White postcard of the Greyhound Pub Wivenhoe. Photo credited to Wivenhoe Memories Collection

A self-guided walk along Wivenhoe High Street discovering what Wivenhoe was like 100 years ago

Colchester's Roman Wall curves around the Balkerne Gate

A free guided walk around Britain's oldest town wall.

Image shows Michael Spicer looking serious with a skull next to him, a clock and a globe.

Michael Spicer, the online sensation who brought you the award-winning viral hit The Room Next…

Boats lined up at the river bank. An attendant opens the door of a wooden hut.

Daytime restaurant in the heart of Constable Country, serving breakfast, brunch and lunch.

Visit Colchester Britain's First City logo on blue background

E J Markham and Son was established in 1836 and specialises in watches, old gold, antique and…

Photo shows Morris Men dancing next to Hollytrees in the Castle Park

Founded in 1926, Colchester Morris celebrates its 100th birthday in 2026.

An evening with John Lydon

An evening with John Lydon

African elephant by Tom Smith

Enjoy a wild adventure at the No. 1 Outdoor Activity in Essex, Colchester Zoological Society!

St Peter's Church

Join Dorian Kelly in one of his unique looks at the buildings of Colchester and their famous…

Dedham Assembly Rooms

In the heart of Constable Country, this stylish, elegant and historic building has recently been…

Putt in the Park, Colchester

An adventure golf course and clubhouse cafe, set in the beautiful and historic surroundings of…

Image shows Essex University

The annual exhibition of historic photographs of the town of Wivenhoe in north-east Essex.

Image shows two men in straw hats looking at each other dumbfoundedly.

Described as East Anglia's answer to Les Miserables, The Hay Wain flips the popular rural nostalgic…

Remains of a Roman Church, Colchester

Dating from the 4th century AD the foundations of this church near the Police Station just off the…

Multiple bright curries against a grey background.

Lost cuisines and ingredients - as well as closely-guarded Indian family recipes - come together at…

Colchester Arts Centre by Night

The home of live music, comedy, theatre, poetry, dance, children's shows, clubs, farmer's markets,…

Cuckoo Dough Exterior

Located in the heart of Colchester city centre, Cuckoo Dough is open for brunch, pizza and…

Birch Gallery

Art gallery displaying fine detail watercolours by John Harrison, Originals high quality prints and…

Outdoor seating at The Three Horseshoes Pub

2 AA Rosette family run country pub and restaurant, nestled just outside Colchester in the lovely…

Image shows Wimbledon lineswoman

A Wimbledon line judge for 20 years, comedian Pauline Eyre is ready to spill the Pimms on tennis…

Thorrington Mill Vineyard logo

This 12 acre vineyard is planted on the sea level south facing slopes on a beautiful family farm on…

A bright, open beer garden with wooden tables and a path.

Traditional local pub with open fires, a secret garden and fine ales.

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