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  1. A child wears a replica Roman Helmet
    Browse our specially selected events listings for the perfect family activity that's right for you.
  2. #ColchesterForFree - Graphic of a family on the beach
    Find out how you can entertain the family without breaking the bank. From beaches to free festivals - it's all here.
  3. Rainy Day Activities for Families
    Don't let the rain ruin your holiday with our quick guide to easy solutions of what to do in a downpour.

Number of results: 43

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  1. Address

    St Osyth Road, Alresford, Essex, CO7 8AS

    Alresford

    Wyvernwood is an immersive story-led experience near Colchester, Essex, for families with children aged 2-12.
    Come and join in with the magic at Wyvernwood

  2. Address

    Castle Park, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1TJ

    Telephone

    01206 282939

    Colchester

    Colchester Castle is the largest Norman Keep in Europe and houses the town's main museum

  3. Address

    Maldon Road, Stanway, Colchester, Essex, CO3 0SL

    Telephone

    01206 331292

    Colchester

    Colchester Zoo is set within over 60 acres of beautiful parkland and lakes and is home to over 155 different species, including the critically endangered Amur leopards, Black and White Ruffed lemurs and Bornean orangutans.

  4. Address

    Leisure World Colchester, Cowdray Avenue, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1YH

    Telephone

    01206 282000

    Colchester

    Leisure World Colchester is one of East Anglia's largest sports, leisure, recreation and entertainment venues and offers year round fun for all the family. The leisure pool includes outside river rapids ride, water cannons and flumes.

  5. Address

    Upper Bowling Green, Castle Park, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1UG

    Telephone

    01206 579 499

    Colchester

    An adventure golf course and clubhouse cafe, set in the beautiful and historic surroundings of Castle Park, Colchester. Designed to suit all abilities from the novice to the experienced golfer so the whole family can play.

  6. Address

    Chappel Station, Colchester, Essex, CO6 2DS

    Telephone

    01206 242524

    Colchester

    For over 50 years the East Anglian Railway Museum has been transporting visitors of all ages back in time to discover the unique history of the region’s railways.

  7. Address

    Castle Park, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1UG

    Telephone

    01206 282920

    Colchester

    An important part of Colchester's rich history with three centuries of fascinating toys, costume, clocks and decorative arts displayed in an attractive Georgian town house from 1718.

  8. Address

    High Woods Country Park, High Woods Country Park, Hollytrees Museum, Colchester, Essex, CO4 5JR

    Telephone

    01206 853588

    Hollytrees Museum, Colchester

    It’s the perfect time of year to get out and about in the woods and take part in our ‘Signs of Spring Easter Trail’

  9. Ultimate Ninja UK

    Address

    259 Greenstead Road, Colchester, Essex, CO1 2SJ

    Telephone

    01206 870700

    Colchester

    Ultimate Ninja UK is a unique, purpose built indoor obstacle course located in Colchester, Essex.

    Offering an impressive range full-sized ninja obstacles designed around a twin lane competition course built to provide a unique Ninja competition,…

  10. Address

    Colchester Zoo, Maldon Road, Colchester, Essex, CO3 0SL

    Telephone

    01206331292

    Colchester

    Over the past few months, you may have noticed some BIG new arrivals!

    This Easter, journey around our BRAND-NEW Dinosaur Realm and discover these reptiles from the past. PLUS, throughout the holidays, we will be celebrating all things Easter with a…

  11. Address

    JobServe Community Stadium, United Way, Colchester, Essex, CO4 5UP

    Telephone

    0845 437 9089

    Colchester

    Colchester United was formed in 1937 and the club currently plays in League 2.

    In August 2008 the club played their first match in their new stadium, now the JobServe Community Stadium, which is situated to the north of Colchester.

  12. Address

    Chappel And Wakes Colne Station, Station Road, Chappel, Colchester, Essex, CO62DS

    Telephone

    01206 242524

    Chappel, Colchester

    A firm favourite with families, they're a great opportunity to visit the Museum and have a ride in vintage wagons or carriages pulled by one of our restored Steam Engines. Our miniature railway will also be in operation. We operate unlimited rides…

  13. Address

    Balkerne Gate, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1PT

    Telephone

    01206 573948

    Colchester

    A highly respected regional theatre, home to the critically acclaimed Mercury Theatre Company, staging a broad mix of classic plays and new writing as well as working extensively within the local community.

  14. Address

    Chappel And Wakes Colne Station, Station Road, Colchester, Essex, CO62DS

    Telephone

    01206 242524

    Colchester

    Father's Day Steam Unlimited Steam Train Rides Come along this Father's Day for Steam Train Rides, where one of our full sized steam engines will be operating, hauling the vintage Freight Train. Also in operation will be the Miniature Railway. You…

  15. Address

    Peartree Retail Park, Moss Road, Stanway, Colchester, Essex, CO3 0LE

    Telephone

    01206 561032

    Stanway, Colchester

    Jungle Adventure is a multi award winning (15 times) family run soft play adventure centre located in Stanway, Colchester. We have been established for 8 years and are the parents preferred choice of play centre for so many reasons. From the moment…

  16. Address

    Cowdray Avenue, Colchester, Essex,, CO1 1YH

    Telephone

    0871 222 36 75

    Colchester

    Tenpin Colchester is an exciting venue for your day, or evening out, with 24 lanes, there is plenty of fun to be had for everyone. As well as bowling there are arcade games, American pool and air hockey.

  17. Address

    Unit B&C Global Park, 12 Moorside, Colchester, Essex, CO1 2TJ

    Telephone

    01206 791194

    Colchester

    Essex's only dedicated bouldering centre, Colchester Climbing Project allows you to scale walls up to 4m high. No ropes are used and instead the floors are covered with deep mats.

  18. Address

    East Anglian Railway Museum, Station Road, Wakes Colne, Colchester, Essex, CO6 2DS

    Telephone

    01206 242524

    Wakes Colne, Colchester

    Our popular Small Trains Day is back for 2024 – but it's not just small trains – one of our full sized steam locomotives will also be in action with the Freight Train giving unlimited rides all day. Our Miniature Railway will also be in operation…

  19. Address

    High Street, Colchester, CO1 1DN

    Telephone

    01206 282941

    Colchester

    Get up close to nature as you discover an interesting perspective on the local natural environment from the Ice Age right up to today.Explore the garden trail and stag beetle exhibition.

  20. Address

    Lewis Gardens, High Street, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1JH

    Telephone

    01206 713700

    Colchester

    Firstsite is Colchester's contemporary art gallery.

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