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Highlights

Colchester Castle Summer Series - Bastille

Bastille bring their unmistakable sound to Castle Park, Colchester on Sunday 23rd August 2026.

The Mercury Theatre in Colchester, with the Jumbo Water Tower in the background

The Mercury has seen many famous faces perform on its stages since the theatre opened in 1972. Let…

Essex Concert Band perform.

The Essex Concert Band entertain at the Castle Park Bandstand Concerts.

Sailing boat on Mersea Island at sunset

Mersea Island is the perfect place for walking, with plenty of beautiful views and an abundance of…

The South Lanes, shops and people walking.

Colchester's South Lanes house a number of small and independent shops and businesses across Sir…

Turtle Bay Colchester

Head down to Turtle Bay Colchester for a taste of Caribbean cuisine.

Family Heritage Treasure Trail

Explore some of the city's historical highlights on a Family Heritage Treasure Trail.

Image shows Brian Bilston reading book next to his cat.

With over 500,000 followers on social media and a host of sell-out shows across the country, Brian…

Image shows poster for event: The Shadowland of Poetry by Lesley Croxford. 19th April - 3rd May

An artist’s interpretation of poems by Sylvia Plath and T.S. Eliot’s The Wasteland.

Ace Comics Logo

Your one-stop shop for comic books, graphic novels and cult merchandise. Everything from Spiderman…

Ruby Wax

An Evening with RUBY WAX

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…

Image shows children playing in woodland area.

A different adventure every week… rope walks, hammocks, woodland crafts, den building, mini beast…

Fish Platter at Aburi Restaurant

Experience traditional dining in our beautiful, authentic Japanese restaurant located in Colchester.

Visit Colchester Information Centre with Wisteria

Home to lots of information about Colchester & the surrounding area, the knowledgeable & friendly…

A child and parent pose look at a dinosaur statue.

This May half term, get wild about animals and enjoy a week filled with daytime activities!

Child with Zephyr the Dragon

Wyvernwood is an immersive story-led experience near Colchester, Essex, for families with children…

Culver Square with people sitting on benches

Located in the centre of Colchester, Essex, Culver Square Shopping Centre is a convenient shopping…

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A fantastic story - not to be missed!

Sir Alfred Munnings House

Explore the life and work of renown British artist Sir Alfred Munnings (1878-1959) in his former…

The Nottage Maritime Institute, Wivenhoe

A registered charity specialising in teaching RYA Shorebased Courses and other unique nautical…

Band stand in Castle Park

The Colchester Saxophone Quartet entertain at the Castle Park Bandstand Concerts.

Sailing boat on Mersea Island at sunset

Come to beautiful Mersea Island and embark on a creative journey! 

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More Highlights

Colchester Castle Summer Series - Bastille

Bastille bring their unmistakable sound to Castle Park, Colchester on Sunday 23rd August 2026.

The Mercury Theatre in Colchester, with the Jumbo Water Tower in the background

The Mercury has seen many famous faces perform on its stages since the theatre opened in 1972. Let…

Essex Concert Band perform.

The Essex Concert Band entertain at the Castle Park Bandstand Concerts.

Sailing boat on Mersea Island at sunset

Mersea Island is the perfect place for walking, with plenty of beautiful views and an abundance of…

The South Lanes, shops and people walking.

Colchester's South Lanes house a number of small and independent shops and businesses across Sir…

Turtle Bay Colchester

Head down to Turtle Bay Colchester for a taste of Caribbean cuisine.

Family Heritage Treasure Trail

Explore some of the city's historical highlights on a Family Heritage Treasure Trail.

Image shows Brian Bilston reading book next to his cat.

With over 500,000 followers on social media and a host of sell-out shows across the country, Brian…

Image shows poster for event: The Shadowland of Poetry by Lesley Croxford. 19th April - 3rd May

An artist’s interpretation of poems by Sylvia Plath and T.S. Eliot’s The Wasteland.

Ace Comics Logo

Your one-stop shop for comic books, graphic novels and cult merchandise. Everything from Spiderman…

Ruby Wax

An Evening with RUBY WAX

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…

Image shows children playing in woodland area.

A different adventure every week… rope walks, hammocks, woodland crafts, den building, mini beast…

Fish Platter at Aburi Restaurant

Experience traditional dining in our beautiful, authentic Japanese restaurant located in Colchester.

Visit Colchester Information Centre with Wisteria

Home to lots of information about Colchester & the surrounding area, the knowledgeable & friendly…

A child and parent pose look at a dinosaur statue.

This May half term, get wild about animals and enjoy a week filled with daytime activities!

Child with Zephyr the Dragon

Wyvernwood is an immersive story-led experience near Colchester, Essex, for families with children…

Culver Square with people sitting on benches

Located in the centre of Colchester, Essex, Culver Square Shopping Centre is a convenient shopping…

Image shows football boots

A fantastic story - not to be missed!

Sir Alfred Munnings House

Explore the life and work of renown British artist Sir Alfred Munnings (1878-1959) in his former…

The Nottage Maritime Institute, Wivenhoe

A registered charity specialising in teaching RYA Shorebased Courses and other unique nautical…

Band stand in Castle Park

The Colchester Saxophone Quartet entertain at the Castle Park Bandstand Concerts.

Sailing boat on Mersea Island at sunset

Come to beautiful Mersea Island and embark on a creative journey! 

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