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Wivenhoe is a small riverside town, close to the University of Essex, with a history of fishing and boat building. Whilst some of this industry remains, it now has a healthy population of students and creatives giving it a unique character within the borough.
Wivenhoe's small High Street has a collection of independent businesses and eateries, whilst a number of attractive pubs are dotted thoughout the town. You can also find the Sentinel Art Gallery, and Nottage Museum close to the riverside in the town.
The University is located in Wivenhoe Park, between Colchester and Wivenhoe, where the once-criticised brutalist architecture is gaining new-found respect and popularity. The park itself, was famously painted by John Constable, and the juxtaposition of 20th century architecture with scenic countryside makes a visually arresting combination.
Within a morning's walk from Colchester City Centre, and serviced by a regular rail service, Wivenhoe is a popular destination with walkers visiting Colchester. Take the Town to Sea Trail to Colchester's historic Hythe port, then follow the Wivenhoe trail along the bank of the River Colne. Enjoy a pub lunch, then head back to city on the train or bus.
The University of Essex is relatively self-contained on its Wivenhoe Park campus, with its own theatre, gallery, and the obligatory bars, nightclubs and eateries. There is a large proportion of international students attending the university, with many of them living within the campus grounds, making the grounds a lively and vibrant place to visit.
The grounds themselves are expansive and offer good opportunities for walking and exploring, with first class sports facilities there are also plenty of activities to take part in, and a number of competitive teams to watch in action.
Within the grounds lies the historic Wivenhoe House Hotel, an 18th century Grade II luxury hotel and restaurant which is also home to The Edge Hotel School.
One of the most popular walks in Colchester is the Wivenhoe Trail, following the River Colne from Colchester's historic Hythe port, along its banks towards the Wivenhoe Quayside.
You can start the walk from Hythe (Essex) rail station, just a short hop of Colchester mainline station, or extend it by beginning in Colchester City Centre and following the Town to Sea Trailalongside a section of the river further upstream.
The town to sea trail is marked with waymarkers illustrating Colchester's history, then as the route changes to the Wivenhoe trail, you cross the river next to the permanently moored TS Colne Lightship and continue through the Essex Countryside and local woodland towards your destination.
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Watch our specially created video for Heritage Open Days 2021 to discover Wivenhoe's links to two significant stage actors from the 19th and 20th century.
Follow our downloadable map along the The Wivenhoe Trail from Colchester town centre to the riverside town of Wivenhoe.
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Lakeside Theatre, University of Essex, Wivenhoe Park, Square 5, Colchester, Essex, CO4 3SQTelephone
01206 873261Wivenhoe Park, Square 5, Colchester
Presented by Altered Skin, conceived and created by Shane Shambhu.
Being a father in the 21st century is complicated. Being the father of a young son of mixed South Indian, Turkish and Austrian heritage, even more so.
Three very different stories…
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University of Essex Colchester Campus, ESSEX SPORT ARENA, Colchester, Essex, CO4 3SQTelephone
01206872864Colchester
THE ESSEX REBELS ARE BACK! We are thrilled to be back in the Essex Sport Arena and kickstart the 2023/2024 season.
Join us for an electrifying afternoon of basketball action as the Essex Rebels NBL D1 Men will take on Worthing Thunder at 4pm on 7…
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Lakeside Theatre, University of Essex, Wivenhoe Park, Square 5, Colchester, Essex, CO4 3SQTelephone
01206 873261Wivenhoe Park, Square 5, Colchester
As the title suggests – Oedipus Electronica is a modern-day, gig-theatre take on Sophocles' Oedipus Rex. It is more than just a simple retelling of the story – kills his dad, shags his mum – in a contemporary context, though. It is a gripping…
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Lakeside Theatre, University of Essex, Wivenhoe Park, Square 5, Colchester, Essex, CO4 3SQTelephone
01206 873261Wivenhoe Park, Square 5, Colchester
In commemoration of Black History Month, the much-anticipated return of 'You Are African First Before Anything' is here, and it's even more spectacular due to overwhelming demand.
Catch this captivating performance at the Lakeside Theatre on the…
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Lakeside Theatre, University of Essex, Wivenhoe Park, Square 5, Colchester, Essex, CO4 3SQTelephone
01206 873261Wivenhoe Park, Square 5, Colchester
Hopefully hopeful, The Rest of Our Lives is a cabaret of life and near death. Join Jo and George for a night of dance, circus and games.
The struggle is real.
Jo is an old dancer, George an old clown. They are international artists with 100 years…
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Lakeside Theatre, University of Essex, Wivenhoe Park, Square 5, Colchester, Essex, CO4 3SQTelephone
01206 873261Wivenhoe Park, Square 5, Colchester
Join us for an evening of exhibitions and talks celebrating one hundred years since the publication of the first novel by Margery Allingham, Queen of Crime and Essex girl. The event is FREE, but please register for tickets to reserve your place…
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Lakeside Theatre, University of Essex, Wivenhoe Park, Square 5, Colchester, Essex, CO4 3SQTelephone
01206 873261Wivenhoe Park, Square 5, Colchester
From Land's End to Llandudno, Ipswich to Inverness, James has been touring his storytelling theatre shows for half his adult life. This tour was different though. Returning home after his first stint away, he received a letter that exploded his…
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Lakeside Theatre, University of Essex, Wivenhoe Park, Square 5, Colchester, Essex, CO4 3SQTelephone
01206 873261Wivenhoe Park, Square 5, Colchester
Gabriel García Márquez's darkly comic tale, brought to the stage for children and adults to share.
In a kitchen, in a theatre, two storytellers and their audience find something remarkable — a very old man with enormous wings. The wise neighbour…
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Lakeside Theatre, University of Essex, Wivenhoe Park, Square 5, Colchester, Essex, CO4 3SQTelephone
01206 873261Wivenhoe Park, Square 5, Colchester
Spain is currently being shaken to its core by a rapidly expanding feminist wave crashing against its patriarchal social structures as the country emerges from its recent fascist past.
But to understand this movement we must look back to an…
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Wivenhoe Park, Colchester, CO4 3SQTelephone
01206 873261Colchester
A pleasant walk around parts of the campus and Wivenhoe Park highlighting some of the notable trees.
Colchester
The contemporary brasserie is ideal for get-togethers with family & friends & for business gatherings. We use the best of British produce to create a fusion of great tastes and innovative culinary delights.
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University of Essex, Wivenhoe Park, Colchester, CO4 3SQTelephone
01206 873184Wivenhoe Park
Contemporary Art gallery on the University campus, showing temporary exhibitions and associated events. Parkland with lakes and sculptures.
Colchester
Colchester's four-star luxury hotel once painted by Constable. Surrounded by glorious parkland, Wivenhoe House combines the romance and charm of an eighteenth century Grade II listed house with all the comforts of contemporary living.
Wivenhoe
A registered charity specialising in teaching RYA Shorebased Courses and other unique nautical courses. The Nottage also houses a maritime museum with a collection of paintings, photographs and models.
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Chapel Road, Wivenhoe, Colchester, CO7 9DXTelephone
07769945793Wivenhoe
A newly opened art gallery, located in the heart of Wivenhoe. Hosting regularly changing exhibitions of local artists of 2D and 3D, alongside Pru Green's own pottery workshop is a ceramic room of her pots and others with jewellery.
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Wivenhoe Cemetery, between Stanley Rd & Belle Vue Road, Wivenhoe, Essex, CO7 9LPWivenhoe
Small history museum located in a disused chapel in Wivenhoe.
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University of Essex, Wivenhoe Park, Colchester, Essex, CO4 3SQTelephone
01206 873261Colchester
Lakeside Theatre is a hidden gem. We present the best in touring fringe theatre performances, home grown performances, music and local groups. Set in parkland with café, lakes, sculptures and ducks. Twitter @lakesidetheatre
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