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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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Colchester Arts Centre, Church Street, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1NFTelephone
01206 500900Colchester
Flamboyant, theatrical Arthur Brown takes to the Colchester Arts Centre stage!
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St Botolph's Roundabout, Britannia Way, Colchester, Essex, CO2 7EFColchester
Connect with the local landscape and get creative on this route as part of the Jane's Walk festival.
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Visit Colchester Information Centre, Hollytrees Museum, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1UGTelephone
01206 282920Colchester
Discover Colchester's history through these blue plaque guides put together by Colchester Civic Society. Choose from three trails: The Town Centre, Military and Wartime, or the Out of Town Trail.
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2-4 Balkerne Passage, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1PATelephone
01206 549080Colchester
Nestled in the centre of historic Colchester, Ristorante Favoloso is an intimate, friendly Italian restaurant.
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Town Hall, High St, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1PJColchester
Terror At The Town Hall – The Poltergeist’ is a brand-new Halloween experience.
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Colchester Visitor Information Centre, Colchester Visitor Information Centre, Hollytrees Museum, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1UGTelephone
+441206282920Hollytrees Museum, Colchester
Follow in the footsteps of the Emperor Claudius and Queen Boudica to uncover Colchester's fascinating Roman history
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Jumbo Water Tower, Balkerne Gate, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1PTColchester
Follow a Colchester town centre route as part of the Jane's Walk festival.
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Colchester War Memorial, Castle Park, High Street Cowdrey Crescent,, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1THTelephone
07852 121263High Street Cowdrey Crescent,, Colchester
Join a regular Sunday afternoon Roman Colchester Walking Tour hosted by Colchester History Tours
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The Minories, 74 High Street, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1UEColchester
This Pop-Up Art Sale showcases never before seen works and previously exhibited pieces.
Colchester
Sketch us your favourite museum animal and tell us why its the best!
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Firstsite, Lewis Gardens, High Street, Lewis Gardens, High Street, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1JHTelephone
01206 713 700High Street, Colchester
'In-between Us' seeks to examine identity and masculinities, challenging social constructs and stereotypes through art by weaving connections between the past and present.
Join us to investigate how ideas of masculinities have changed across…
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37 Queen Street, Colchester, Essex, CO1 2PQTelephone
07719 468125Colchester
Dice and a Slice, where you can play board games and enjoy wonderful food and drink.
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Charter Hall, Colchester, essex, CO1 1YHTelephone
01206 506905Colchester
Join legendary singer Alexander O'Neal on his Farewell World Tour.
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Charter Hall, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1YHColchester
This jam packed two-day spectacular event features talks and demonstrations with industry insiders.
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Charter Hall, Colchester, essex, CO1 1YHTelephone
01206 506905Colchester
Join a cast of West End singers and live band to experience the hits of Elton John.
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Mercury Theatre, Balkerne Gate, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1PTTelephone
01206573948Colchester
A Mercury Original in co-production with HighTide and New Wolsey Theatre, in association with the Royal Exchange Theatre
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Eld Lane, Colchester, CO1 1DXColchester
Colchester's South Lanes house a number of small and independent shops and businesses across Sir Isaac's Walk, Eld Lane, Trinity Street and Scheregate Steps.
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Castle Park, High Street, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1TJTelephone
01206 282962Colchester
Six walking trails of Castle Park - each aimed at a different age group
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