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A Thriving Hub
At the heart of Colchester encircled by the historic Roman Wall, lies the city centre, a place which has been the focal point of the city’s activities for thousands of years, and today is still a busy, thriving hub with lots to see and do.
As well as exciting opportunities for shopping and food & drink in the city centre, you'll discover the city's key heritage and cultural sites within minutes of each other as well as a host of fantastic places to stay should you wish to take a little longer to explore what Colchester has to offer.
For a comprehensive list of businesses, shops and restaurants in the city centre you may wish to visit In Colchester, a dedicated city centre website set up by Colchester's Business Improvement District.
City Centre Attractions
Historically, Colchester's city centre has largely developed inside the Roman Wall that circled the old city. As a result many of the city's key attractions are within easy reach of each other with any two attractions seldom more than a five or ten minute walk from each other.
Key historic sites including the Castle, Priory and the wall itself sit side-by-side more contemporary structures such as the city's modern art gallery and theatre. Similarly, the busy shopping streets of the city centre are a stone's throw from the relative tranquilty of the Victorian Castle Park, and the quieter residential streets of the city's historic Dutch Quarter.
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The jewel in Colchester’s crown - an award-winning oasis of horticultural splendour boasting a children’s play area, putting green and boating lake.
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Visit Colchester Information Centre, Hollytrees Museum, Castle Park, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1UGTelephone
01206 282920Castle Park, Colchester
Take a guided walking tour around Colchester to discover its history and heritage with an expert guide. Tours Run every Saturday.
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Lewis Gardens, High Street, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1JHTelephone
01206 713 700Colchester
Art Exhibition at Firstsite
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Colchester Castle is the largest Norman Keep in Europe and houses the town's main museum
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The Ancient Colchester App developed by Colchester & Ipswich Museums allows you to wander around Colchester Town Centre on a Heritage Trail and bring historic sites to life.
The Ancient Colchester is available to Download on iOS and Android.
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Balkerne Gate, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1PTTelephone
01206 573948Colchester
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.
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WivenhoeWivenhoe
Follow our downloadable map along the The Wivenhoe Trail from Colchester town centre to the riverside town of Wivenhoe.
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Starting point: The Balkerne Gate, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1PTTelephone
01206 282920Colchester
'Walking the walls' is a great way to explore Colchester's history. This circular walk takes you around Colchester's famous town wall.
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Lewis Gardens, High Street, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1JHTelephone
01206 713700Colchester
Firstsite is Colchester's contemporary art gallery and winner of the Artfund Museum of the Year, 2021.
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Lewis Gardens, High Street, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1JHTelephone
01206 713 700Colchester
Firstsite presents a special year-long exhibition by Iranian rug maker, Mehdi Jalalaghdamian.
Currently seeking asylum in the UK, Mehdi draws attention to the experiences of refugees and asylum seekers worldwide through the traditional craft of…Colchester
Located just north of the High Street and includes: Maidenburgh Street, West Stockwell Street, East Stockwell Street, Stockwell Street, St Helen's Lane, Northgate Street and Nunn's Road.
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Mercury Theatre, Balkerne Gate, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1PTTelephone
01206 573948Colchester
The America’s Got Talent winner is back with a brand-new comedy show for 2023.
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Essex, CO2 7EZTelephone
01206 282920Dating from the 15th century this fine flint flushwork gatehouse just off St John's Green has a vaulted interior. It was the entrance to St John's Abbey precinct (demolished during the 16th century Reformation).
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Mercury Theatre, Balkerne Gate, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1PTTelephone
01206 573948Colchester
Join our raggle-taggle band of travelling circus performers as they embark on their most daring feat yet: to recreate the adventures of Phileas Fogg as he sets off on his race around the world.
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Charter Hall, Colchester Leisure World, Cowdray Avenue, Colchester, CO1 1YHTelephone
01206573948Cowdray Avenue
Comedy at Charter Hall
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Mercury Theatre, Balkerne Gate, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1PTTelephone
01206 573948Colchester
A contemporary thriller with ancient roots, at the Mercury Theatre.
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Heritage Open Days return to Colchester for 2023
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Colchester Castle Park, High Street, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1TJTelephone
01206 282939Colchester
Olly Murs will be returning to Colchester Castle Park on Sunday 27th August 2023.
In what is going to be a 'bigger, better and louder' gig for his hometown show, Olly Murs is "back with a fresh mind, fresh enthusiasm and fresh confidence" with his…
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Charter Hall, Colchester Leisure World, Cowdray Avenue, Colchester, CO1 1YHTelephone
01206573948Cowdray Avenue
Dara Ó Briain performs at Colchester's Charter Hall with a brand new show!
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Mercury Theatre, Balkerne Gate, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1PTTelephone
01206 573948Colchester
One man, one microphone and one microphone in the wings in case the one on stage breaks
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