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Colchester is a great destination for group visits and coach parties, whether you're exploring the city centre or our coast and countryside (or both!), you're guaranteed to find a unique mix of the contemporary and historic on offer. As well as the impressive array of nationally important culture and heritage on offer you're sure to find plenty of attractions, eateries, and shopping opportunities available, with something to suit all tastes.
From Colchester Castle to the Zoo, Beth Chatto Gardens to the East Anglian Railway Museum, there's great group deals and fascinating itineraries to take advantage of across the area. Get in touch with our friendly team at the Visitor Information Centre for all the latest guidance, including coach drop-off and parking, places to visit, eat and stay. They can also help organise a guided tour of the city or suggest popular itineraries.
New for 2022: Group Travel Incentive Package
There's even more reasons to bring your group to Colchester in 2022, as we've launched a new incentive package giving you discounts, vouchers, free coach parking and more. Head to our dedicated page for more information, or get in touch with the friendly team at the Visitor Information Centre.
Register with us to benefit from exclusive offers for your group - including discounts, vouchers, and free reserved coach parking.- Information about coach drop-off points and parking in Colchester Town Centre.
- Discover a popular itinerary for groups on day trips to Colchester and its Beautiful Borough.
- Colchester Castle is the largest Norman Keep in Europe and houses the town's main museum
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- Tiptree is the home of the Wilkin family - where from 1885 the first Tiptree jam was made. Delightful museum, tea room and gift shop.
- Magnificent Tudor building with the tallest Gatehouse in Britain and 16th century Italianate terracotta. Climb the tower, visit the gardens, outbuildings dolls house, church and farm animals. Cafe and shop.
- Colchester Zoo is home to 240 species set in 60 acres of parkland and lakes! Listed as the 11th best zoo around the world and in the top 2 zoos in the UK as part of the TripAdvisor Travellers’ Choice Attractions.
- World renowned gardens showcasing sustainable planting and 'the right plant for the right place'. Planted by the late Beth Chatto
- Explore the life and work of renown British artist Sir Alfred Munnings (1878-1959) in his former home and studio.
- Firstsite is Colchester's contemporary art gallery and winner of the Artfund Museum of the Year, 2021.
- 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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