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Highlights

High Woods map

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

A smiling team of people in the fish and chip shop celebrate with glasses of champagne.

Award-winning, quintessential fish and chip shop, with a wet-fish display and gluten-free options…

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…

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.

Balkerne Gate

Enjoy a guided tour exploring Colchester's Roman past.

East Mersea Beach

A Country Park that offers up a sandy beach and open grassland, perfect for picnics and great views.

Outside view of the Foresters Arms

Hidden gem in the heart of Colchester. Find us tucked away behind Greyfriars Hotel and next to…

Mersea Barrow

Mersea Barrow is thought to be a Roman Burial Barrow dating from 100-120 AD. It was excavated in…

Photographs of actors Jess Ashley and Freddie Machin against a yellow background.

oin us on Sat 8 Aug from 4.30pm for a Mercury READS double bill with a networking event. This…

View across lake at Salary Brook with swans on lake

A local nature reserve on the edge of Greenstead and Longbridge with open aspect to farmland.

Visit Colchester Britain's First City logo on blue background

Self-catering accommodation.

Band stand in Castle Park

The Green Chain Quartet entertain at the Castle Park Bandstand Concerts.

St Martin's Church

St Martin's is open for Heritage Open Days.

Picture of a drone of rabbit in Alice in Wonderland in the night sky.

Watch as 500+ drones light up the sky bringing Alice in Wonderland to life in a spectacular display…

Roman Theatre remains and model of Roman Theatre

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

Phil Wang: UH OH

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

Birch Gallery

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

Colchester Heritage Tours logo

Take a tour with Colchester Heritage Tours, including driver-guided day excursions and private…

Image shows the Dragonfly Lounge entrance doors.

Welcome to The Dragonfly Lounge, Colchester’s vibrant LGBTQ+ bar and performance space celebrating…

Pond Dipping

This summer holiday, spend time discovering the weird and wonderful creatures that can be found in…

Come and Join us this Saturday at ParkPlay

Outdoor Play Sessions on Old Heath Recreation Ground.

Small Talk Tearoom exterior

 'Sitting' on the Roman wall, this charming tearoom serves extensive tea collections from around…

A Night at the Darts - October 26

Join us at Charter Hall, Colchester for an evening of world-class darts.

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More Highlights

High Woods map

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

A smiling team of people in the fish and chip shop celebrate with glasses of champagne.

Award-winning, quintessential fish and chip shop, with a wet-fish display and gluten-free options…

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…

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.

Balkerne Gate

Enjoy a guided tour exploring Colchester's Roman past.

East Mersea Beach

A Country Park that offers up a sandy beach and open grassland, perfect for picnics and great views.

Outside view of the Foresters Arms

Hidden gem in the heart of Colchester. Find us tucked away behind Greyfriars Hotel and next to…

Mersea Barrow

Mersea Barrow is thought to be a Roman Burial Barrow dating from 100-120 AD. It was excavated in…

Photographs of actors Jess Ashley and Freddie Machin against a yellow background.

oin us on Sat 8 Aug from 4.30pm for a Mercury READS double bill with a networking event. This…

View across lake at Salary Brook with swans on lake

A local nature reserve on the edge of Greenstead and Longbridge with open aspect to farmland.

Visit Colchester Britain's First City logo on blue background

Self-catering accommodation.

Band stand in Castle Park

The Green Chain Quartet entertain at the Castle Park Bandstand Concerts.

St Martin's Church

St Martin's is open for Heritage Open Days.

Picture of a drone of rabbit in Alice in Wonderland in the night sky.

Watch as 500+ drones light up the sky bringing Alice in Wonderland to life in a spectacular display…

Roman Theatre remains and model of Roman Theatre

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

Phil Wang: UH OH

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

Birch Gallery

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

Colchester Heritage Tours logo

Take a tour with Colchester Heritage Tours, including driver-guided day excursions and private…

Image shows the Dragonfly Lounge entrance doors.

Welcome to The Dragonfly Lounge, Colchester’s vibrant LGBTQ+ bar and performance space celebrating…

Pond Dipping

This summer holiday, spend time discovering the weird and wonderful creatures that can be found in…

Come and Join us this Saturday at ParkPlay

Outdoor Play Sessions on Old Heath Recreation Ground.

Small Talk Tearoom exterior

 'Sitting' on the Roman wall, this charming tearoom serves extensive tea collections from around…

A Night at the Darts - October 26

Join us at Charter Hall, Colchester for an evening of world-class darts.

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