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Highlights

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

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

A cat sits in the cat cafe under a neon sign.

Enjoy Colchester's first Cat Cafe - a cafe with a distinctly feline difference!

The Walk With Purpose map

A walking trail of women’s lives and achievements in Colchester

Cymbeline Meadows

Cymbeline Meadows is a working farm close to Colchester Town Centre, providing quiet walks in…

Balkerne Gate

Enjoy a guided tour exploring Colchester's Roman past.

Church Street Tavern

Bar & restaurant in Colchester's city centre perfect for day as much as night. Lunch & dinner,…

Chappells of Colchester exterior.

Step into the world of beer and cocktail excellence at Chappells.

Tiptree Heath

Come and enjoy a weekly wildlife focused meander where we’ll take it from the basics and explore a…

Image shows St Leonard Church in Lexden

Join your guide to explore this unique part of Colchester!

Colchester Heritage Tours

Discover the rich history and cultural heritage of Colchester and its surroundings with our themed…

Mersea Boating Lake

A family friendly lake offering water sports activities for all ages and abilities, including…

Art Jam with Art Harbour

Based on different themes, Art Jam with Art Harbour at Firstsite is a free opportunity to explore,…

H Gunton, Colchester

Originally opened in 1936, Gunton's is the place to go for hand roasted coffee, tea, cheese and…

Interior of Bambu restaurant.

Tucked away by the Hythe quay, Bambu is a family-run restauant offering fresh Vietnamese food in a…

Cod of the Castle Logo, a fish wearing a crown and robe

Fabulous seafood restaurant with amazing views of Colchester Castle

Bar area with tables and chairs and bar stools

The restaurant at Holiday Inn Colchester has a relaxed and informal feel with wood beam ceiling…

Darcy's Traditional Sweet Shoppe logo

From traditional sweets to American confectionery, Darcy's has something for everyone

Roman Theatre remains and model of Roman Theatre

The remains of a theatre, mentioned in Tacitus' account of the Boudican attack on Colchester and…

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

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

A glider

The Essex and Suffolk Gliding Club was established in the late 1950s. It has had several sites…

Image shows Alissa Firsova

Three outstanding international musicians come together for an evening of powerful and atmospheric…

Colchester Castle viewed from Castle Park Gates

Colchester Castle is the largest Norman Keep in Europe and houses the city's main museum.

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More Highlights

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

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

A cat sits in the cat cafe under a neon sign.

Enjoy Colchester's first Cat Cafe - a cafe with a distinctly feline difference!

The Walk With Purpose map

A walking trail of women’s lives and achievements in Colchester

Cymbeline Meadows

Cymbeline Meadows is a working farm close to Colchester Town Centre, providing quiet walks in…

Balkerne Gate

Enjoy a guided tour exploring Colchester's Roman past.

Church Street Tavern

Bar & restaurant in Colchester's city centre perfect for day as much as night. Lunch & dinner,…

Chappells of Colchester exterior.

Step into the world of beer and cocktail excellence at Chappells.

Tiptree Heath

Come and enjoy a weekly wildlife focused meander where we’ll take it from the basics and explore a…

Image shows St Leonard Church in Lexden

Join your guide to explore this unique part of Colchester!

Colchester Heritage Tours

Discover the rich history and cultural heritage of Colchester and its surroundings with our themed…

Mersea Boating Lake

A family friendly lake offering water sports activities for all ages and abilities, including…

Art Jam with Art Harbour

Based on different themes, Art Jam with Art Harbour at Firstsite is a free opportunity to explore,…

H Gunton, Colchester

Originally opened in 1936, Gunton's is the place to go for hand roasted coffee, tea, cheese and…

Interior of Bambu restaurant.

Tucked away by the Hythe quay, Bambu is a family-run restauant offering fresh Vietnamese food in a…

Cod of the Castle Logo, a fish wearing a crown and robe

Fabulous seafood restaurant with amazing views of Colchester Castle

Bar area with tables and chairs and bar stools

The restaurant at Holiday Inn Colchester has a relaxed and informal feel with wood beam ceiling…

Darcy's Traditional Sweet Shoppe logo

From traditional sweets to American confectionery, Darcy's has something for everyone

Roman Theatre remains and model of Roman Theatre

The remains of a theatre, mentioned in Tacitus' account of the Boudican attack on Colchester and…

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

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

A glider

The Essex and Suffolk Gliding Club was established in the late 1950s. It has had several sites…

Image shows Alissa Firsova

Three outstanding international musicians come together for an evening of powerful and atmospheric…

Colchester Castle viewed from Castle Park Gates

Colchester Castle is the largest Norman Keep in Europe and houses the city's main museum.

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