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Highlights

Art Jam with Art Harbour

Based on different themes, Art Jam with Art Harbour at Firstsite is a free opportunity to explore,…

View of Natural History Museum with War Memorial

Get up close to nature and discover an interesting perspective on the local natural environment…

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…

Colchester Arts Centre by Night

The home of live music, comedy, theatre, poetry, dance, children's shows, clubs, farmer's markets,…

St Peter's Church tower and clock

Medieval church with tower of 1758 including an impressive Victorian clock. The church interior…

Gosbecks Archaeological Park (sign)

Take a Guided Tour of Gosbecks Archaeological Park this Heritage Open Days.

Bar area with tables and chairs and bar stools

The restaurant at Holiday Inn Colchester has a relaxed and informal feel with wood beam ceiling…

Image shows John Constable sketch of Feeriong Mill on display at The Minories

2026 marks 250 years since the birth of Suffolk-born artist John Constable, and this exhibition…

The Oyster Seafood Restaurant

Discover the freshest seafood in Colchester at The Oyster. 

The front Of Dr Chippy's shop

Enjoy traditional English fish and chips in the heart of the city centre.

Benches with Chess boards on

Enjoy a game of Chess at the Jonathan Penrose Chess Park next to the Mercury Theatre.

Unfamiliars Zine

Free Colouring Book available at the Visitor Information Centre.

A museum gallery in Harwich Museum. A cabinet containing historic objects can be seen with information boards.

A local history museum in the historic port of Harwich

Visit Colchester Britain's First City logo on blue background

Family-friendly escape Room in Colchester.

Two Shades logo, showing an image of a spoon and knife on a gold background

Cafe serving up sweet treats, breakfast and lunch, and Indian Street food.

Image shows Hannah East holding pot of sudocrem

Hannah East’s brand-new show is a hilarious deep dive into the highs and lows of parenting. With…

Colchester's Curzon Cinema

Curzon Colchester is an independent arthouse cinema wih three screens, showing the best of quality…

Bourne Mill, by Bourne Pond

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

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…

Image shows poster for the Comedy of Errors running on 30th, 31st July and 1st August

Get ready for a fast, funny, and fiercely inventive take on Shakespeare’s The Comedy of Errors —…

Image shows three musicians smiling at the camera

Set within one of Essex’s most extraordinary Norman churches, this programme explores the soaring…

Arpita Shah: Nalini

Explore a thoughtful and personal journey through motherhood, heritage, belonging, and the…

Charles Gray's Summer House

Self Guided walks to Charles Gray's Summerhouse

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More Highlights

Art Jam with Art Harbour

Based on different themes, Art Jam with Art Harbour at Firstsite is a free opportunity to explore,…

View of Natural History Museum with War Memorial

Get up close to nature and discover an interesting perspective on the local natural environment…

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…

Colchester Arts Centre by Night

The home of live music, comedy, theatre, poetry, dance, children's shows, clubs, farmer's markets,…

St Peter's Church tower and clock

Medieval church with tower of 1758 including an impressive Victorian clock. The church interior…

Gosbecks Archaeological Park (sign)

Take a Guided Tour of Gosbecks Archaeological Park this Heritage Open Days.

Bar area with tables and chairs and bar stools

The restaurant at Holiday Inn Colchester has a relaxed and informal feel with wood beam ceiling…

Image shows John Constable sketch of Feeriong Mill on display at The Minories

2026 marks 250 years since the birth of Suffolk-born artist John Constable, and this exhibition…

The Oyster Seafood Restaurant

Discover the freshest seafood in Colchester at The Oyster. 

The front Of Dr Chippy's shop

Enjoy traditional English fish and chips in the heart of the city centre.

Benches with Chess boards on

Enjoy a game of Chess at the Jonathan Penrose Chess Park next to the Mercury Theatre.

Unfamiliars Zine

Free Colouring Book available at the Visitor Information Centre.

A museum gallery in Harwich Museum. A cabinet containing historic objects can be seen with information boards.

A local history museum in the historic port of Harwich

Visit Colchester Britain's First City logo on blue background

Family-friendly escape Room in Colchester.

Two Shades logo, showing an image of a spoon and knife on a gold background

Cafe serving up sweet treats, breakfast and lunch, and Indian Street food.

Image shows Hannah East holding pot of sudocrem

Hannah East’s brand-new show is a hilarious deep dive into the highs and lows of parenting. With…

Colchester's Curzon Cinema

Curzon Colchester is an independent arthouse cinema wih three screens, showing the best of quality…

Bourne Mill, by Bourne Pond

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

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…

Image shows poster for the Comedy of Errors running on 30th, 31st July and 1st August

Get ready for a fast, funny, and fiercely inventive take on Shakespeare’s The Comedy of Errors —…

Image shows three musicians smiling at the camera

Set within one of Essex’s most extraordinary Norman churches, this programme explores the soaring…

Arpita Shah: Nalini

Explore a thoughtful and personal journey through motherhood, heritage, belonging, and the…

Charles Gray's Summer House

Self Guided walks to Charles Gray's Summerhouse

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