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Highlights

Black & White postcard of the Greyhound Pub Wivenhoe. Photo credited to Wivenhoe Memories Collection

A self-guided walk along Wivenhoe High Street discovering what Wivenhoe was like 100 years ago

Rowhedge

Rowhedge is a small village located 3 miles to the south east of Colchester.  Nestled on the banks…

Interior of Bambu restaurant.

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

African elephant by Tom Smith

Enjoy a wild adventure at the No. 1 Outdoor Activity in Essex, Colchester Zoological Society!

Faulty Towers The Dining Experience

A Fine Dining experience or not?!!

Poplar Nurseries elephant water feature.

A family-run garden centre in Coggeshall, with a cafe and miniature railway.

Visit Colchester Britain's First City logo on blue background

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

Image shows two people kayaking in Mersea - one is getting splashed.

Mersea Island Watersports have been providing high quality hires and lessons from their dedicated…

Image shows a lady dressed as Boudica

Rebekah Wallace-Brown returns with I'll Share the Fire But Not the Ashes—a deeper, brasher…

Cafe 21 exterior

Quaint cafe housed in a Grade II listed building in the heart of Colchester City, serving fresh…

The Cabinet Room shop - a Grade II listed building with glass window panes and antiques on the inside.

A beautiful antiques shop within a grade II listed building, the first dedicated antique shop in…

H Gunton, Colchester

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

Enchanted: Trail of Light 2026

Join Colchester Zoological Society for a magical journey after hours and experience a whole host of…

Centurion food

Serving a delicious selection of food, with something to suit everyone's taste.

Outdoor seating at 10 Museum Street

A bright cafe with a grandstand view of the Castle, serving freshly made food from the varied menu.

Colourful houses in the Dutch Quarter

Located just north of the High Street and includes: Maidenburgh Street, West Stockwell Street, East…

Town to Sea Trail Raven Sculpture

A riverside walking trail from Colchester's town centre to the historic port.

Image shows the Dragonfly Lounge entrance doors.

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

North Hill Noodle Bar Sign

Traditional Asian cooking techniques are used in this friendly and contemporary setting.

Small Talk Tearoom exterior

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

Prettyfields Vineyard

Our stunning vineyard is open Wednesday - Sunday to explore. Stroll through the vines on the…

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More Highlights

Black & White postcard of the Greyhound Pub Wivenhoe. Photo credited to Wivenhoe Memories Collection

A self-guided walk along Wivenhoe High Street discovering what Wivenhoe was like 100 years ago

Rowhedge

Rowhedge is a small village located 3 miles to the south east of Colchester.  Nestled on the banks…

Interior of Bambu restaurant.

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

African elephant by Tom Smith

Enjoy a wild adventure at the No. 1 Outdoor Activity in Essex, Colchester Zoological Society!

Faulty Towers The Dining Experience

A Fine Dining experience or not?!!

Poplar Nurseries elephant water feature.

A family-run garden centre in Coggeshall, with a cafe and miniature railway.

Visit Colchester Britain's First City logo on blue background

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

Image shows two people kayaking in Mersea - one is getting splashed.

Mersea Island Watersports have been providing high quality hires and lessons from their dedicated…

Image shows a lady dressed as Boudica

Rebekah Wallace-Brown returns with I'll Share the Fire But Not the Ashes—a deeper, brasher…

Cafe 21 exterior

Quaint cafe housed in a Grade II listed building in the heart of Colchester City, serving fresh…

The Cabinet Room shop - a Grade II listed building with glass window panes and antiques on the inside.

A beautiful antiques shop within a grade II listed building, the first dedicated antique shop in…

H Gunton, Colchester

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

Enchanted: Trail of Light 2026

Join Colchester Zoological Society for a magical journey after hours and experience a whole host of…

Centurion food

Serving a delicious selection of food, with something to suit everyone's taste.

Outdoor seating at 10 Museum Street

A bright cafe with a grandstand view of the Castle, serving freshly made food from the varied menu.

Colourful houses in the Dutch Quarter

Located just north of the High Street and includes: Maidenburgh Street, West Stockwell Street, East…

Town to Sea Trail Raven Sculpture

A riverside walking trail from Colchester's town centre to the historic port.

Image shows the Dragonfly Lounge entrance doors.

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

North Hill Noodle Bar Sign

Traditional Asian cooking techniques are used in this friendly and contemporary setting.

Small Talk Tearoom exterior

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

Prettyfields Vineyard

Our stunning vineyard is open Wednesday - Sunday to explore. Stroll through the vines on the…

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