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Highlights

Roman Circus

The site of the Colchester Roman circus (chariot-racing arena) was discovered in 2004. It was built…

Layer Marney Tower

Magnificent Tudor building with the tallest Gatehouse in Britain and 16th century Italianate…

Image shows wicker circle and witchcraft items such as candles, crystals, herbs and brooms.

Join us on 20 June 2026, from 10 am to 1 pm, for an immersive workshop exploring the ancient arts…

Image shows Colchester Arts Centre logo

A Double Bill of work in progress shows from two great comics - catch their Edinburgh show before…

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

Founded in 1926, Colchester Morris celebrates its 100th birthday in 2026. To help us celebrate our…

Image shows red double decker bus

Join Steve Scruton & Ian Wyatt for a very special day out on Layer Marney Tower's wonderful…

Image shows Wendy Erskine and novel

We are delighted to be joined by virtuoso short story writer of collections such as Sweet Home for…

Image shows front door and decorative window to patch cafe

A plant-led vegetarian café in the heart of Colchester city centre.

Image shows Katie Norris and Rob Auton

A Double Bill of work in progress shows from two great comics - catch their Edinburgh show before…

Red Lion Books

Red Lion Books, is Colchester's independent book shop, stocking a wide range of both adult and…

High Woods map

Download a map, including three walking trails of different lengths, of High Woods Country Park to…

Stour Trusty Boat Trips on the River Stour

Boat trips on Stour Trusty II with scheduled half hour return trips to Fen Bridge every Saturday…

Castle Park with Hollytrees Museum in the background and wysteria in the foreground

An important part of Colchester's rich history with three centuries of fascinating toys, clocks and…

Image shows poster for Colchester Morris Centenary Day of Dance

Massed dancing by over 100 Morris dancers to celebrate the 100th anniversary of Colchester Morris…

Paintball

A variety of challenging game zones to suit all players, including children and adults alike.

Blue Owl Outside

We are an independent Pottery Painting Studio and coffee shop, based in a converted country pub…

Family Heritage Treasure Trail

Explore some of the city's historical highlights on a Family Heritage Treasure Trail.

Image shows Jonathan Freedland with his book, The Traitor's Circle.

Prize-winning journalist and acclaimed author of The Escape Artist Jonathan Freedland tells the…

Image shows Colchester Town

On the tour you will discover a grand building located in the heart of Colchester!

image shows Boogaloo Stu in a garish outfit posing for the camera.

The party starts right here, with the legendary bawdy raconteur Boogaloo Stu ready to bring you a…

Jumbo Water Tower at night

Jumbo Water Tower was built in 1883 and once provided clean water to those living in the centre of…

Listening to an audio tour by Colchester Castle

Download these audio files to your phone or tablet for an audio tour of Colchester's Roman History.…

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More Highlights

Roman Circus

The site of the Colchester Roman circus (chariot-racing arena) was discovered in 2004. It was built…

Layer Marney Tower

Magnificent Tudor building with the tallest Gatehouse in Britain and 16th century Italianate…

Image shows wicker circle and witchcraft items such as candles, crystals, herbs and brooms.

Join us on 20 June 2026, from 10 am to 1 pm, for an immersive workshop exploring the ancient arts…

Image shows Colchester Arts Centre logo

A Double Bill of work in progress shows from two great comics - catch their Edinburgh show before…

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

Founded in 1926, Colchester Morris celebrates its 100th birthday in 2026. To help us celebrate our…

Image shows red double decker bus

Join Steve Scruton & Ian Wyatt for a very special day out on Layer Marney Tower's wonderful…

Image shows Wendy Erskine and novel

We are delighted to be joined by virtuoso short story writer of collections such as Sweet Home for…

Image shows front door and decorative window to patch cafe

A plant-led vegetarian café in the heart of Colchester city centre.

Image shows Katie Norris and Rob Auton

A Double Bill of work in progress shows from two great comics - catch their Edinburgh show before…

Red Lion Books

Red Lion Books, is Colchester's independent book shop, stocking a wide range of both adult and…

High Woods map

Download a map, including three walking trails of different lengths, of High Woods Country Park to…

Stour Trusty Boat Trips on the River Stour

Boat trips on Stour Trusty II with scheduled half hour return trips to Fen Bridge every Saturday…

Castle Park with Hollytrees Museum in the background and wysteria in the foreground

An important part of Colchester's rich history with three centuries of fascinating toys, clocks and…

Image shows poster for Colchester Morris Centenary Day of Dance

Massed dancing by over 100 Morris dancers to celebrate the 100th anniversary of Colchester Morris…

Paintball

A variety of challenging game zones to suit all players, including children and adults alike.

Blue Owl Outside

We are an independent Pottery Painting Studio and coffee shop, based in a converted country pub…

Family Heritage Treasure Trail

Explore some of the city's historical highlights on a Family Heritage Treasure Trail.

Image shows Jonathan Freedland with his book, The Traitor's Circle.

Prize-winning journalist and acclaimed author of The Escape Artist Jonathan Freedland tells the…

Image shows Colchester Town

On the tour you will discover a grand building located in the heart of Colchester!

image shows Boogaloo Stu in a garish outfit posing for the camera.

The party starts right here, with the legendary bawdy raconteur Boogaloo Stu ready to bring you a…

Jumbo Water Tower at night

Jumbo Water Tower was built in 1883 and once provided clean water to those living in the centre of…

Listening to an audio tour by Colchester Castle

Download these audio files to your phone or tablet for an audio tour of Colchester's Roman History.…

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