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Highlights

Hidden Colchester

Take a walk through the backstreets, lanes and alleys of Colchester to discover its secrets and…

Headway Essex Classic Vehicle and Vintage Show 2026

Classic Vehicle & Vintage Show Join us for a fantastic family day out at our annual Classic…

The Void

A sci-fi horror story live on stage

Poster of Luther Live

Luther Live & Velvet Voices

Lion Walk Shopping Centre with people walking and sitting on benches

Lion Walk. Feel the Shopping

The River Colne From the air (c) Aerial Essex

Foot ferry connecting the villages of Wivenhoe, Rowhedge & Fingringhoe that straddle the River…

Undercover dining terrace by a bridge.

Perching on the banks of the River Stour, tucked away in the picturesque village of Nayland, sits…

Image shows candlelit Layer Marney Tower

Candlelit Comedy at Layer Marney Tower with 3 top comedians, stars of Live at the Apollo, Russell…

African elephant by Tom Smith

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

Heritage Open Days logo

Heritage Open Days return to Colchester for 2026.

Victoria Inn Pub exterior.

Friendly, independent pub serving a wide variety of drinks including real ales.

Image shows front door and decorative window to patch cafe

A plant-led vegetarian café in the heart of Colchester city centre.

Heritage Open Days logo

A tour of Colchester's Victorian Garrison. Learn why the barracks were built, view the remarkable…

Cod of the Castle Logo, a fish wearing a crown and robe

Fabulous seafood restaurant with amazing views of Colchester Castle

Image shows Phil Ellis

Multi-award winning 'comic genius' (The Scotsman) and the new star of Taskmaster (Ch4), Phil Ellis…

St Botolph's Church and priory remains

St Botolph's Church & Priory are open for Heritage Open Days.

Town to Sea Trail Raven Sculpture

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

Soft Play

Jungle Adventure is a multi award winning (15 times) family run soft play adventure centre located…

A chicken wrap, coleslaw and crisps.

Local cafe serving coffee, cakes, sandwiches, milkshakes and a range of teas and soft drinks.

Balkerne Gate

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

Image shows Gary Delaney smiling a the camera

Gary Delaney’s last UK tour ran for two and a half years across 378 dates. People laughed a lot and…

Image shows artist's studio space at 37 Queen Street

Artist Open Studios event set in the former police station, now a thriving artist community space.…

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More Highlights

Hidden Colchester

Take a walk through the backstreets, lanes and alleys of Colchester to discover its secrets and…

Headway Essex Classic Vehicle and Vintage Show 2026

Classic Vehicle & Vintage Show Join us for a fantastic family day out at our annual Classic…

The Void

A sci-fi horror story live on stage

Poster of Luther Live

Luther Live & Velvet Voices

Lion Walk Shopping Centre with people walking and sitting on benches

Lion Walk. Feel the Shopping

The River Colne From the air (c) Aerial Essex

Foot ferry connecting the villages of Wivenhoe, Rowhedge & Fingringhoe that straddle the River…

Undercover dining terrace by a bridge.

Perching on the banks of the River Stour, tucked away in the picturesque village of Nayland, sits…

Image shows candlelit Layer Marney Tower

Candlelit Comedy at Layer Marney Tower with 3 top comedians, stars of Live at the Apollo, Russell…

African elephant by Tom Smith

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

Heritage Open Days logo

Heritage Open Days return to Colchester for 2026.

Victoria Inn Pub exterior.

Friendly, independent pub serving a wide variety of drinks including real ales.

Image shows front door and decorative window to patch cafe

A plant-led vegetarian café in the heart of Colchester city centre.

Heritage Open Days logo

A tour of Colchester's Victorian Garrison. Learn why the barracks were built, view the remarkable…

Cod of the Castle Logo, a fish wearing a crown and robe

Fabulous seafood restaurant with amazing views of Colchester Castle

Image shows Phil Ellis

Multi-award winning 'comic genius' (The Scotsman) and the new star of Taskmaster (Ch4), Phil Ellis…

St Botolph's Church and priory remains

St Botolph's Church & Priory are open for Heritage Open Days.

Town to Sea Trail Raven Sculpture

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

Soft Play

Jungle Adventure is a multi award winning (15 times) family run soft play adventure centre located…

A chicken wrap, coleslaw and crisps.

Local cafe serving coffee, cakes, sandwiches, milkshakes and a range of teas and soft drinks.

Balkerne Gate

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

Image shows Gary Delaney smiling a the camera

Gary Delaney’s last UK tour ran for two and a half years across 378 dates. People laughed a lot and…

Image shows artist's studio space at 37 Queen Street

Artist Open Studios event set in the former police station, now a thriving artist community space.…

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