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Highlights

University of Essex Tree Walk logo

A pleasant walk around parts of the campus and Wivenhoe Park highlighting some of the notable trees.

Roman Circus

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

Image shows poster for Mel Giedroyc promoting her new novel, The Comeback

In person event at Colchester Arts Centre. Mel Giedroyc in conversation with author Kate Sawyer.

The Headgate Theatre (sign)

The Headgate is a very adaptable multi-purpose building with a variety of attractive spaces. It has…

Bourne Mill, by Bourne Pond

Discover the wildlife and history of the Bourne Valley with this downloadable audio tour.

Dish with beansprouts, boiled egg and cabbage

Independent Ramen Restaurant serving some of the best gyoza's in town.

Colchester Heritage Tours

Discover the rich history and cultural heritage of Colchester and its surroundings with our themed…

St John's Abbeygate

Dating from the 15th century this fine flint flushwork gatehouse just off St John's Green has a…

The Castle Park Bandstand Soundwave Sessions poster.

A fantastic mix of FREE live music from some brilliant performers, all set in the beautiful…

The Siege of Colchester - An Historic walk around Colchester reliving the English Civil War Siege

Take a walk through history, exploring key sites from the Siege of Colchester in 1648 and the scars…

The exterior of The Shoulder of Muttons restaurant and tearoom.

An old public house steeped in history - the perfect home for our fantastic range of quality…

Essex Concert Band playing on the Bandstand

Charity run band 'The Colne Endeavour Band' return for another year at the Castle Park Bandstand.

Image shows Linocut block illustration

Come and spend two hours with the fabulous Holly who will guide you through carving and printing…

Image shows pipes of the moot hall organ.

Richard Brasier is an internationally acclaimed organist and educator, celebrated for his…

image shows statue of the Taylor sisters (authors of Twinkle Twinkle little star)

Join this guided tour to see the many hidden artistic gems throughout the city centre and discover…

The Magnet Pub in Colchester.

Colchester's first micropub, perfectly located for Colchester North Station.

Images show ALB Festival logo

ALB Festival

Boats in Brightlingsea harbour

The town of Brightlingsea - the only Cinque port outside Kent and Sussex, a centre for all things…

Image shows band, The Rezillos who are pointing at the camera.

The Rezillos are a punk/new wave band formed in Edinburgh, Scotland, in 1976.

Firstsite art gallery and the Minories folly

Firstsite is Colchester's contemporary art gallery.

The cozy interior of The Island Art Cafe

Delicious freshly made food and cakes, located on Mersea Island.

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…

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More Highlights

University of Essex Tree Walk logo

A pleasant walk around parts of the campus and Wivenhoe Park highlighting some of the notable trees.

Roman Circus

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

Image shows poster for Mel Giedroyc promoting her new novel, The Comeback

In person event at Colchester Arts Centre. Mel Giedroyc in conversation with author Kate Sawyer.

The Headgate Theatre (sign)

The Headgate is a very adaptable multi-purpose building with a variety of attractive spaces. It has…

Bourne Mill, by Bourne Pond

Discover the wildlife and history of the Bourne Valley with this downloadable audio tour.

Dish with beansprouts, boiled egg and cabbage

Independent Ramen Restaurant serving some of the best gyoza's in town.

Colchester Heritage Tours

Discover the rich history and cultural heritage of Colchester and its surroundings with our themed…

St John's Abbeygate

Dating from the 15th century this fine flint flushwork gatehouse just off St John's Green has a…

The Castle Park Bandstand Soundwave Sessions poster.

A fantastic mix of FREE live music from some brilliant performers, all set in the beautiful…

The Siege of Colchester - An Historic walk around Colchester reliving the English Civil War Siege

Take a walk through history, exploring key sites from the Siege of Colchester in 1648 and the scars…

The exterior of The Shoulder of Muttons restaurant and tearoom.

An old public house steeped in history - the perfect home for our fantastic range of quality…

Essex Concert Band playing on the Bandstand

Charity run band 'The Colne Endeavour Band' return for another year at the Castle Park Bandstand.

Image shows Linocut block illustration

Come and spend two hours with the fabulous Holly who will guide you through carving and printing…

Image shows pipes of the moot hall organ.

Richard Brasier is an internationally acclaimed organist and educator, celebrated for his…

image shows statue of the Taylor sisters (authors of Twinkle Twinkle little star)

Join this guided tour to see the many hidden artistic gems throughout the city centre and discover…

The Magnet Pub in Colchester.

Colchester's first micropub, perfectly located for Colchester North Station.

Images show ALB Festival logo

ALB Festival

Boats in Brightlingsea harbour

The town of Brightlingsea - the only Cinque port outside Kent and Sussex, a centre for all things…

Image shows band, The Rezillos who are pointing at the camera.

The Rezillos are a punk/new wave band formed in Edinburgh, Scotland, in 1976.

Firstsite art gallery and the Minories folly

Firstsite is Colchester's contemporary art gallery.

The cozy interior of The Island Art Cafe

Delicious freshly made food and cakes, located on Mersea Island.

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…

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