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Highlights

The Mercury Theatre, with Jumbo Water Tower in the background

A highly respected regional theatre, home to the critically acclaimed Mercury Theatre Company,…

Manningtree

Welcome to Manningtree, a gateway to Constable country and more... As England's smallest town - at…

Image shows weaving and embroidery

Join us on 18 July 2026, from 10 am to 1 pm, for an immersive workshop to craft your own spell for…

Image shows drag queen

Queen of the Deli, award-winning drag vocalist, and Colchester Fringe legend Shar Cooterie hosts…

Phil Wang: UH OH

UH OH. Phil Wang's back with a new stand-up show, and he's older than ever before

Shelves of books at Greyfriars bookshop

Secondhand and rare bookshop in the heart of the city, specialising in good literature, the arts,…

Wakes Hall Lodges Lake

Enjoy the luxury of your own self-catering holiday lodge surrounded by a 500 acre estate in the…

Tiptree - Wilkin and Sons logo

Join us for our exciting Public Farm Tours. Experience the journey of our fresh fruit from vine to…

Interior of Doga Restaurant with yellow and blue chairs

Independent, family run restaurant serving authentic Turkish and Mediterranean cuisine.

Hidden Colchester

Take a walk through the backstreets, lanes and alleys of Colchester to discover its secrets and…

The reconstructed starting gates at the Roman Circus

Explore the Roman Circus Visitor Centre as part of Heritage Open Days!

A lady with an eye mask and tattoos, dressed in a dark dress.

Winner of the Spirit of the Fringe Award (10-minute version, Colchester Fringe 2025) What happens…

Image shows airborne soldier statue unveiling

The Colchester Airborne Soldier Statue will be unveiled to mark the 25th Anniversary of 16 Air…

Image shows Andy Hamilton smiling

Andy Hamilton, much loved and acclaimed comedian, writer, director, novelist, panellist and of…

Franklin's Fabric

A treasure trove of sewing machines, fabrics, yarns and all things sewing related!

Castle Hedingham

A picturesque village with narrow winding streets lined with timber-framed buildings and elegant…

Castle Park Bandstand

A hub for live entertainment, the Castle Park Bandstand has been serving the community as far back…

Exterior of The Goat and Boot pub

Historic pub dating back to the 1400s near Colchester Castle. Enjoy delicious homemade food, from…

Executive Double bedroom with bed and desk

The newly renovated Delta Hotels by Marriott Colchester is a pet friendly, deluxe, 4-star property…

Ace Comics Logo

Your one-stop shop for comic books, graphic novels and cult merchandise. Everything from Spiderman…

Wisteria at Green Island Gardens

20 acres of professionally designed gardens within woodland destroyed by the 1987 hurricane. Now a…

Image shows pirate with parrot on shoulder.

Stand by for adventure, me hearties! Long John Silver and his fearless crew of salty old sea dogs…

Image shows Gary Delaney smiling a the camera

Gary Delaney’s last UK tour ran for two and a half years across 378 dates. People laughed a lot and…

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More Highlights

The Mercury Theatre, with Jumbo Water Tower in the background

A highly respected regional theatre, home to the critically acclaimed Mercury Theatre Company,…

Manningtree

Welcome to Manningtree, a gateway to Constable country and more... As England's smallest town - at…

Image shows weaving and embroidery

Join us on 18 July 2026, from 10 am to 1 pm, for an immersive workshop to craft your own spell for…

Image shows drag queen

Queen of the Deli, award-winning drag vocalist, and Colchester Fringe legend Shar Cooterie hosts…

Phil Wang: UH OH

UH OH. Phil Wang's back with a new stand-up show, and he's older than ever before

Shelves of books at Greyfriars bookshop

Secondhand and rare bookshop in the heart of the city, specialising in good literature, the arts,…

Wakes Hall Lodges Lake

Enjoy the luxury of your own self-catering holiday lodge surrounded by a 500 acre estate in the…

Tiptree - Wilkin and Sons logo

Join us for our exciting Public Farm Tours. Experience the journey of our fresh fruit from vine to…

Interior of Doga Restaurant with yellow and blue chairs

Independent, family run restaurant serving authentic Turkish and Mediterranean cuisine.

Hidden Colchester

Take a walk through the backstreets, lanes and alleys of Colchester to discover its secrets and…

The reconstructed starting gates at the Roman Circus

Explore the Roman Circus Visitor Centre as part of Heritage Open Days!

A lady with an eye mask and tattoos, dressed in a dark dress.

Winner of the Spirit of the Fringe Award (10-minute version, Colchester Fringe 2025) What happens…

Image shows airborne soldier statue unveiling

The Colchester Airborne Soldier Statue will be unveiled to mark the 25th Anniversary of 16 Air…

Image shows Andy Hamilton smiling

Andy Hamilton, much loved and acclaimed comedian, writer, director, novelist, panellist and of…

Franklin's Fabric

A treasure trove of sewing machines, fabrics, yarns and all things sewing related!

Castle Hedingham

A picturesque village with narrow winding streets lined with timber-framed buildings and elegant…

Castle Park Bandstand

A hub for live entertainment, the Castle Park Bandstand has been serving the community as far back…

Exterior of The Goat and Boot pub

Historic pub dating back to the 1400s near Colchester Castle. Enjoy delicious homemade food, from…

Executive Double bedroom with bed and desk

The newly renovated Delta Hotels by Marriott Colchester is a pet friendly, deluxe, 4-star property…

Ace Comics Logo

Your one-stop shop for comic books, graphic novels and cult merchandise. Everything from Spiderman…

Wisteria at Green Island Gardens

20 acres of professionally designed gardens within woodland destroyed by the 1987 hurricane. Now a…

Image shows pirate with parrot on shoulder.

Stand by for adventure, me hearties! Long John Silver and his fearless crew of salty old sea dogs…

Image shows Gary Delaney smiling a the camera

Gary Delaney’s last UK tour ran for two and a half years across 378 dates. People laughed a lot and…

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