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Highlights

A black and white image of the Stour Estuary

This short walk on the Stour Estuary between Essex and Suffolk is inspired by the 17th century East…

Image shows Father Christmas blowing fairy dust

Join Mercury Theatre for a heart-warming festive adventure as you and your group journey to…

Little Scarlet Jam

The Tiptree Tea Room, Museum & Jam Shop offers traditional table service in comfortable…

Star jumps at Jump Street

Air Hop trampoline parks offer jump sessions in Essex, suitable for both adults & children. Air Hop…

Image shows Wivenhoe Art Trail 13 -15th November

The next Wivenhoe Art Trail will take place from Friday 13 - Sunday 15 November 2026, 10am to 5pm

Black Film Festival Halloween at Firstsite

The Halloween edition of the Essex premiere horror genre festival, the Black Sunday Film Festival…

Visit Colchester Britain's First City logo on blue background

Fantastic Indian food served alongside the remains of the Roman city wall.

Photo of Drag Queen Brandy  Bex

Paging all comedy lovers! Sister Brandy Bex is scrubbing in for three wild nights at Colchester…

Music Bingo Poster

Turn your favourite hits into a night of fun, prizes and laughter! Simply listen for the songs and…

Visitor Guide 2026 Banner

The official Visitor Guide to Colchester, packed with lots of information on places to visit,…

Image shows the back of a ladie's head carrying a crown or vessel on top of her head.

Wu Zetian, the only woman in Chinese history to rule as emperor in her own name, has been judged by…

Christmas holly

Start the Christmas season with the best house music party! Grab your friends and grab your tickets…

GreyFriars Hotel, Afternoon Tea by the fire in the Rose Room

With a wide range of menus on offer, we are proud to be able to satisfy all tastes and preferences…

The Black Buoy Pub Wivenhoe

A self-guided walk, created by The Wivenhoe History Group around the twenty-four current and former…

Man with a sledgehammer

Piano Smashers, a powerful solo play about an unwanted inheritance.

Two elephant sculptures in the city centre

Fixing the Link is an innovative artwork installation and wayfinding project to enhance the walk…

Image shows Harriet Kemsley

Harriet’s life has been in constant chaos for as long as she can remember. So what happens when…

80's vs 90's: Daytime Rewind Bottomless Brunch

80's vs 90's: Daytime Rewind Bottomless Brunch

Image of the sunken flower beds at Colchester Castle Park

The next in our series of history talks: Colchester Castle Park Colchester’s Castle Park received…

A Colchester coin with a castle image on it

The next in our series of history talks: The Siege of Colchester 1648, and the Civil War is raging…

A silhouette of two children with toy swords in front of Colchester Castle

Ever wondered what Colchester Castle is like after dark? Now’s your chance to find out!

Martin and Eleanor of Three Ravens

Join Eleanor and Martin of the Three Ravens Podcast at Colchester Castle for an evening of ghost…

poster for dedham christmas market

Join us for a festive afternoon in Dedham, with local makers, festive food, unique gifts and plenty…

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More Highlights

A black and white image of the Stour Estuary

This short walk on the Stour Estuary between Essex and Suffolk is inspired by the 17th century East…

Image shows Father Christmas blowing fairy dust

Join Mercury Theatre for a heart-warming festive adventure as you and your group journey to…

Little Scarlet Jam

The Tiptree Tea Room, Museum & Jam Shop offers traditional table service in comfortable…

Star jumps at Jump Street

Air Hop trampoline parks offer jump sessions in Essex, suitable for both adults & children. Air Hop…

Image shows Wivenhoe Art Trail 13 -15th November

The next Wivenhoe Art Trail will take place from Friday 13 - Sunday 15 November 2026, 10am to 5pm

Black Film Festival Halloween at Firstsite

The Halloween edition of the Essex premiere horror genre festival, the Black Sunday Film Festival…

Visit Colchester Britain's First City logo on blue background

Fantastic Indian food served alongside the remains of the Roman city wall.

Photo of Drag Queen Brandy  Bex

Paging all comedy lovers! Sister Brandy Bex is scrubbing in for three wild nights at Colchester…

Music Bingo Poster

Turn your favourite hits into a night of fun, prizes and laughter! Simply listen for the songs and…

Visitor Guide 2026 Banner

The official Visitor Guide to Colchester, packed with lots of information on places to visit,…

Image shows the back of a ladie's head carrying a crown or vessel on top of her head.

Wu Zetian, the only woman in Chinese history to rule as emperor in her own name, has been judged by…

Christmas holly

Start the Christmas season with the best house music party! Grab your friends and grab your tickets…

GreyFriars Hotel, Afternoon Tea by the fire in the Rose Room

With a wide range of menus on offer, we are proud to be able to satisfy all tastes and preferences…

The Black Buoy Pub Wivenhoe

A self-guided walk, created by The Wivenhoe History Group around the twenty-four current and former…

Man with a sledgehammer

Piano Smashers, a powerful solo play about an unwanted inheritance.

Two elephant sculptures in the city centre

Fixing the Link is an innovative artwork installation and wayfinding project to enhance the walk…

Image shows Harriet Kemsley

Harriet’s life has been in constant chaos for as long as she can remember. So what happens when…

80's vs 90's: Daytime Rewind Bottomless Brunch

80's vs 90's: Daytime Rewind Bottomless Brunch

Image of the sunken flower beds at Colchester Castle Park

The next in our series of history talks: Colchester Castle Park Colchester’s Castle Park received…

A Colchester coin with a castle image on it

The next in our series of history talks: The Siege of Colchester 1648, and the Civil War is raging…

A silhouette of two children with toy swords in front of Colchester Castle

Ever wondered what Colchester Castle is like after dark? Now’s your chance to find out!

Martin and Eleanor of Three Ravens

Join Eleanor and Martin of the Three Ravens Podcast at Colchester Castle for an evening of ghost…

poster for dedham christmas market

Join us for a festive afternoon in Dedham, with local makers, festive food, unique gifts and plenty…

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