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A Thriving Hub
At the heart of Colchester encircled by the town's historic Roman Wall, lies the town centre, a place which has been the focal point of the town’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 town centre, you'll discover the town'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 town centre you may wish to visit In Colchester, a dedicated town centre website set up by Colchester's Business Improvement District.
Town Centre Attractions
Historically, Colchester's town centre has largely developed inside the Roman Wall that circled the old city. As a result many of the town'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 town's modern art gallery and theatre. Similarly, the busy shopping streets of the town centre are a stone's throw from the relative tranquilty of the Victorian Castle Park, and the quieter residential streets of the town's historic Dutch Quarter.
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Step through the archway into an oasis of calm in the heart of Colchester. Tymperleys tearoom and restaurant is located in an historic Tudor house set within a beautiful walled garden.
Address
Visit Colchester Information Centre, Hollytrees Museum, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1UGTelephone
01206 282920Colchester
One of the best things about Colchester is that there's so much to explore that's completely free. Download a Family Heritage Treasure Trail, follow the map, and discover some of the town's historical highlights. With the choice of two routes; a…
Address
Church Street, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1NFTelephone
01206 500900Colchester
*TEMPORARILY CLOSED* The home of live music, comedy, theatre, poetry, dance, children's shows, clubs, farmer's markets, gigs and more.
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The "Green Room" Bistro Restaurant offers fine English dining unlike anywhere else in Colchester.
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Colchester's Roman Wall is the oldest and longest surviving town wall in Britain.
Address
Visit Colchester Information Centre, Hollytrees Museum, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1UGTelephone
01206 282920Colchester
A riverside walking trail from Colchester's town centre to the historic port.
Address
Visit Colchester Information Centre, Hollytrees Museum, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1UGTelephone
01206 282920Colchester
This excellent self-guided walking tour of the Town Centre's key historical sites is available to purchase for £2.50 from the Visitor Information Centre. Take a leisurely stroll with it in hand and you could easilly eat up a whole afternoon. A…
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Bringing you the flavour of Damascus, Falafel and More serves refreshing and aromatic Syrian food.
Address
Colchester Arts Centre, Church Street, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1NFColchester
Monthly Farmers Market at Colchester Arts Centre
*This venue is currently closed until further notice due to the COVID-19 outbreak*Colchester
The theatre mentioned in Tacitus' account of the Boudican attack on Colchester was probably on the same site as the later theatre excavated in Maidenburgh Street in 1981-2.
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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.
Address
Visit Colchester Information Centre, Hollytrees Museum, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1UGTelephone
01206 282920Colchester
Colchester's 2000 year old Roman Walls have plenty of stories to tell. Walk the perimeter of the walls with this guide to the original Roman gates, as well as the later Medieval additions.
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Balkerne Gate, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1PTTelephone
01206 573948Colchester
*TEMPORARILY CLOSED* 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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Firstsite, Lewis Gardens, High Street, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1JHTelephone
01206 713700High Street, Colchester
Regular record fair in Colchester's landmark contemporary art gallery
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The Town Hall is a superb example of Edwardian Architecture built in 1902 with outstanding function rooms, still used for their original purpose.
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Firstsite, Lewis Gardens, High Street, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1JHTelephone
01206713700High Street, Colchester
Keep the kids active, connected and inspired with our FREE Holiday Fun programme at Firstsite Colchester this December. We have ice skating on our outdoor rink and movement activities with Colchester United football coaches, dine-in and take-away…
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Colchester's only surviving Saxon building which has an arrowhead (triangle arches) doorway in the tower and features re-used Roman bricks.
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Lion Walk Shopping Ctr & Red Lion Yard, Colchester, CO1 1DXColchester
Lion Walk. Feel the Shopping
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Firstsite, Lewis Gardens, High Street, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1JHTelephone
01206 713700High Street, Colchester
Sculpture in Firstsite art gallery
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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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