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Highlights

The Magic Of Motown

Seen by millions, The Magic of Motown is back with its 20th Anniversary Tour!

Image shows Chappel Beer Festival in full flow.

Chappel & Wakes Colne National Rail Station (Operated by Greater Anglia) is within the…

Exterior of the Mercury Theatre.

A Mercury Original in association with Camden People’s Theatre and in collaboration with Fuse…

Exterior of the Black Buoy Pub in Wivenhoe.

Award winning Freehouse pub, located near the River Colne in Wivenhoe. 

Visitor Guide 2026 Banner

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

Medieval Wall paintings in Copford Church

Celebrated 12th century apsidal church with magnificent colour medieval wall paintings, showing a…

A small green Waggon und Maschinenbau Railbus E79963 sits by the platform

A great way to visit the East Anglian Railway Museum and have unlimited rides in our vintage wagons…

St Botolph's Priory

The first English Augustinian priory church, founded at the end of the eleventh century from the…

Yak and Yeti

Yak and Yeti offers a unique blend of Nepalese, Indian and Tibetan cuisine.

Kentwell Hall

One of Suffolk’s hidden gems - and one of England’s finest Tudor houses - within the most extensive…

Entrance to Banquet Chinese

Experience a sophisticated yet relaxed meal, serving genuine Cantonese and Dim Sum cuisine.

Image shows Thomas the Tank Engine with the words "Day out Thomas"

Thomas and his Friends return for another fun filled weekend this August Easter Bank Holiday.  

Sir Alfred Munnings Castle House

Explore the life and work of renowned British artist Sir Alfred Munningson Heritage Open Days

Frontage of The Purple Dog Pub

One of the oldest pubs in Colchester, dating from 1647, serving a wide range of food, beers and…

Trinity Street looking towards the Town Hall

A picturesque shopping street in Colchester's city centre.

Chappel Viaduct

Rising up from the horizon on the A1124 you will see the imposing Chappel Viaduct. The Victorian…

Balkerne Gate

Colchester's Roman Wall is the oldest and longest surviving city wall in Britain.

Alpacas at Alpaca Acres.

Make forever memories at Alpaca Acres, where you'll find piglets, goats, donkeys, alpacas and more!

Ella's Ca Phe House

Authentic Vietnamese coffee & street food in the heart of Colchester's city centre.

Castle Hedingham

A picturesque village with narrow winding streets lined with timber-framed buildings and elegant…

High Woods Country Park Lake

High Woods Country Park is one of Colchester's best-loved beauty spots, with plenty of…

A photo of Nish Kumar

Nish Kumar: Angry Humour from a Really Nice Guy

Image shows pipes of Moot Hall Organ

Join the Friends of Moot Hall Organ with special guest organist for the monthly afternoon recital!

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More Highlights

The Magic Of Motown

Seen by millions, The Magic of Motown is back with its 20th Anniversary Tour!

Image shows Chappel Beer Festival in full flow.

Chappel & Wakes Colne National Rail Station (Operated by Greater Anglia) is within the…

Exterior of the Mercury Theatre.

A Mercury Original in association with Camden People’s Theatre and in collaboration with Fuse…

Exterior of the Black Buoy Pub in Wivenhoe.

Award winning Freehouse pub, located near the River Colne in Wivenhoe. 

Visitor Guide 2026 Banner

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

Medieval Wall paintings in Copford Church

Celebrated 12th century apsidal church with magnificent colour medieval wall paintings, showing a…

A small green Waggon und Maschinenbau Railbus E79963 sits by the platform

A great way to visit the East Anglian Railway Museum and have unlimited rides in our vintage wagons…

St Botolph's Priory

The first English Augustinian priory church, founded at the end of the eleventh century from the…

Yak and Yeti

Yak and Yeti offers a unique blend of Nepalese, Indian and Tibetan cuisine.

Kentwell Hall

One of Suffolk’s hidden gems - and one of England’s finest Tudor houses - within the most extensive…

Entrance to Banquet Chinese

Experience a sophisticated yet relaxed meal, serving genuine Cantonese and Dim Sum cuisine.

Image shows Thomas the Tank Engine with the words "Day out Thomas"

Thomas and his Friends return for another fun filled weekend this August Easter Bank Holiday.  

Sir Alfred Munnings Castle House

Explore the life and work of renowned British artist Sir Alfred Munningson Heritage Open Days

Frontage of The Purple Dog Pub

One of the oldest pubs in Colchester, dating from 1647, serving a wide range of food, beers and…

Trinity Street looking towards the Town Hall

A picturesque shopping street in Colchester's city centre.

Chappel Viaduct

Rising up from the horizon on the A1124 you will see the imposing Chappel Viaduct. The Victorian…

Balkerne Gate

Colchester's Roman Wall is the oldest and longest surviving city wall in Britain.

Alpacas at Alpaca Acres.

Make forever memories at Alpaca Acres, where you'll find piglets, goats, donkeys, alpacas and more!

Ella's Ca Phe House

Authentic Vietnamese coffee & street food in the heart of Colchester's city centre.

Castle Hedingham

A picturesque village with narrow winding streets lined with timber-framed buildings and elegant…

High Woods Country Park Lake

High Woods Country Park is one of Colchester's best-loved beauty spots, with plenty of…

A photo of Nish Kumar

Nish Kumar: Angry Humour from a Really Nice Guy

Image shows pipes of Moot Hall Organ

Join the Friends of Moot Hall Organ with special guest organist for the monthly afternoon recital!

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