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Colchester Castle is the largest Norman Keep in Europe. Constructed on the foundations of the Temple of Claudius, built when Colchester was the first Roman capital of Britain, the Castle Museum today reveals many fascinating layers of history to visitors. Archaeological collections of international quality covering 2,500 years of history are beautifully showcased, including of the most important Roman finds in Britain.
The Castle is one of England's most important heritage sites and one of the most popular visitor attractions in the East of England.
A visit to Colchester Castle is now bigger, brighter and better than ever before, with brand new interactive displays including new finds and star exhibits like the Colchester Vase and the Colchester Mercury statuette.
Visitors can try out some exciting new experiences - try your hand at building a Norman archway, excavating a Roman doctor's grave or steering a chariot around Colchester's recently uncovered Roman Circus! Be wowed as a large scale 'son et lumière' projection transforms the east wall with light and sound.
There are regular family events, and plenty to occupy children from dressing up to stepping inside a recreated thatched roundhouse. Expert-led tours down into the creepy Roman vaults and up onto the panoramic Castle roof can be booked for a small additional charge, and take place regularly every day.
Opening details
Sunday: 11:00 - 17:00
Last admission is at 16:30
Prices
• Adult (inc. Seniors) – £9.95
• Child (aged 4-16) – £4.95
• Qualifying concession – £4.95*
• Student – £6.50
• Saver ticket – £23.00 – £25.00**
• *Disabled visitors and a carer; welfare benefit recipients and serving Military personnel – proof of reduced entrance fee status required and may be requested on entry.
• **£23.00 for 2 x adults and 1 x child or concession OR 1 x adult and 3 x children or concessions. £25.00 for 2 x adults and 2 x children or concessions.
• Group visits of 12 people or more must be booked in advance
Events at this Venue
date | event |
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Mon 11 Dec - Fri 29 Jun | Colchester Collectors |
Fri 18 May | Wartime at the Castle |
Thu 31 May | Uncover the Past |
Thu 26 Jul | Roman Explorers: Invaders |
Thu 2 Aug | Roman Explorers: Military Manoeuvres |
Thu 9 Aug | Roman Explorers: Crafty Colchester |
Address
Castle Park,
Colchester,
Essex,
CO1 1TJ
Location
Directions
Map reference: TL 998253 Lat: 51.89066 Long: 0.90319
Situated in the Town Centre in the Grounds of the Magnificent Castle Park.
Accessible by Public Transport: 0 miles from Colchester Town station
Facilities
Baby changing facilities
Coach parties accepted
Credit cards accepted (no fee)
Disabled toilets
Education/study area
Facilities for groups
Facilities for educational visits
Gift shop
Picnic site
Public toilets
Welcome Host
Accepts groups
Children welcome
Disabled access
Dogs not accepted (except guidedogs)
Smoking not allowed