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  1. A child wears a replica Roman Helmet
    Browse our specially selected events listings for the perfect family activity that's right for you.
  2. #ColchesterForFree - Graphic of a family on the beach
    Find out how you can entertain the family without breaking the bank. From beaches to free festivals - it's all here.
  3. Rainy Day Activities for Families
    Don't let the rain ruin your holiday with our quick guide to easy solutions of what to do in a downpour.

Number of results: 42

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  1. Address

    St Osyth Road, Alresford, Essex, CO7 8AS

    Alresford

    Wyvernwood is an immersive story-led experience near Colchester, Essex, for families with children aged 2-12.
    Come and join in with the magic at Wyvernwood

  2. Address

    Maldon Road, Stanway, Colchester, Essex, CO3 0SL

    Telephone

    01206 331292

    Colchester

    Colchester Zoo is set within over 60 acres of beautiful parkland and lakes and is home to over 155 different species, including the critically endangered Amur leopards, Black and White Ruffed lemurs and Bornean orangutans.

  3. Address

    Castle Park, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1TJ

    Telephone

    01206 282939

    Colchester

    Colchester Castle is the largest Norman Keep in Europe and houses the town's main museum

  4. Address

    Lewis Gardens, High Street, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1JH

    Telephone

    01206 713700

    Colchester

    Firstsite is Colchester's contemporary art gallery.

  5. Address

    Church Road, Layer-de-la-Haye, Abberton, Essex, CO2 0EU

    Telephone

    01206 738172

    Abberton

    Conservation centre run by the Essex Wildlife Trust, at a site of international importance for winter wildfowl. Nesting cormorants, common terns and nightingales. Nature trails for all the family and bird hides. Shop selling gifts, optics and…

  6. Address

    Visitor Centre, Turner Road, Highwoods, Colchester, Essex, CO4 5JR

    Telephone

    01206 853588

    Highwoods, Colchester

    Download a map, including three walking trails of different lengths, of High Woods Country Park to best discover this scenic Country Park situated to the north of Colchester town centre.

  7. Address

    Castle Park, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1UG

    Telephone

    01206 282920

    Colchester

    An important part of Colchester's rich history with three centuries of fascinating toys, costume, clocks and decorative arts displayed in an attractive Georgian town house from 1718.

  8. Address

    East Mersea, East Mersea, Essex, CO5 8UE

    Telephone

    01206 383868

    East Mersea

    Cudmore Grove offers visitors a trip to the seaside with a difference at the eastern tip of Mersea Island. The park includes a sandy beach and open grassland, perfect for picnics and great views.

  9. Address

    Visit Colchester Information Centre, Hollytrees Museum, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1UG

    Telephone

    01206 282920

    Colchester

    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…

  10. Address

    Visitor Centre, Turner Road, Highwoods, Colchester, Essex, CO4 5JR

    Telephone

    01206 853588

    Highwoods, Colchester

    High Woods Country Park is one of Colchester's best-loved beauty spots, with plenty of opportunities to relax, play and explore the large grounds.

  11. Address

    High Woods Country Park, High Woods Country Park, Hollytrees Museum, Colchester, Essex, CO4 5JR

    Telephone

    01206 853588

    Hollytrees Museum, Colchester

    It’s the perfect time of year to get out and about in the woods and take part in our ‘Signs of Spring Easter Trail’

  12. Address

    Leisure World Colchester, Cowdray Avenue, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1YH

    Telephone

    01206 282000

    Colchester

    Leisure World Colchester is one of East Anglia's largest sports, leisure, recreation and entertainment venues and offers year round fun for all the family. The leisure pool includes outside river rapids ride, water cannons and flumes.

  13. Address

    Chappel And Wakes Colne Station, Station Road, Colchester, Essex, CO62DS

    Telephone

    01206 242524

    Colchester

    Father's Day Steam Unlimited Steam Train Rides Come along this Father's Day for Steam Train Rides, where one of our full sized steam engines will be operating, hauling the vintage Freight Train. Also in operation will be the Miniature Railway. You…

  14. Address

    East Anglian Railway Museum, Station Road, Wakes Colne, Colchester, Essex, CO6 2DS

    Telephone

    01206 242524

    Wakes Colne, Colchester

    Our popular Small Trains Day is back for 2024 – but it's not just small trains – one of our full sized steam locomotives will also be in action with the Freight Train giving unlimited rides all day. Our Miniature Railway will also be in operation…

  15. Address

    Visit Colchester Information Centre, Hollytrees Museum, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1UG

    Telephone

    01206 282920

    Colchester

    Discover a series of concrete murals around Colchester Town Centre depicting its history and famous characters from it's past.

  16. Address

    37 Queen Street, Colchester, Essex, CO1 2PQ

    Telephone

    07719 468125

    Colchester

    Dice and a Slice, where you can play board games and enjoy wonderful food and drink.

  17. Address

    JobServe Community Stadium, United Way, Colchester, Essex, CO4 5UP

    Telephone

    0845 437 9089

    Colchester

    Colchester United was formed in 1937 and the club currently plays in League 2.

    In August 2008 the club played their first match in their new stadium, now the JobServe Community Stadium, which is situated to the north of Colchester.

  18. Address

    Rewsalls Lane, East Mersea, Essex, CO5 8SX

    Telephone

    07904196238

    East Mersea

    A family friendly lake offering water sports activities for all ages and abilities, including paddle boarding, kayaking and sailing.

  19. Address

    Visit Colchester Information Centre, Hollytrees Museum, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1UG

    Telephone

    01206 282920

    Colchester

    Take a walk through Colchester Town Centre and discover fascinating facts about the Roman history right under your feet!

  20. Address

    Peartree Retail Park, Moss Road, Stanway, Colchester, Essex, CO3 0LE

    Telephone

    01206 561032

    Stanway, Colchester

    Jungle Adventure is a multi award winning (15 times) family run soft play adventure centre located in Stanway, Colchester. We have been established for 8 years and are the parents preferred choice of play centre for so many reasons. From the moment…

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