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Colchester is full of fantastic visitor attractions waiting to be discovered. History buffs can explore Roman ruins, Medieval buildings, and Civil War destruction by taking advantage of the town's fantastic local heritage and a unique history, and Colchester's great arts venues provide a thriving programme of events, exhibitions and nightlife.
Head out of the town centre to reconnect with the coast and countryside. From Constable Country to Mersea Island there are fantastic wild sites just a short distance from the town centre. Don't forget a trip to Colchester Zoo either to get up close with the animals and discover it's conservation programme.
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*TEMPORARILY CLOSED* National Trust property, the mill was originally built as a fishing lodge in 1591 and features stepped "Dutch" gables. There is a millpond and some of the machinery, including the waterwheel which is intact and working.
Colchester
The first English Augustinian priory church, founded at the end of the eleventh century from the Anglo-Saxon minster community of Colchester. Only the ruined remains of the nave survive today, under the care of English Heritage.
Abberton
*TEMPORARILY CLOSED* 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…
Colchester
20 acres of professionally designed gardens within woodland destroyed by the 1987 hurricane. Now a plantsman's paradise full of unusual plants for all year round colour.
Wivenhoe Park
*CLOSED UNTIL 28th SEPTEMBER 2020* Contemporary Art gallery on the University campus, showing temporary exhibitions and associated events. Parkland with lakes and sculptures.
Colchester
*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.
Copford Green
*TEMPORARILY CLOSED EXCEPT FOR SERVICES* Celebrated 12th century apsidal church with magnificent colour medieval wall paintings, showing a strong Byzantine influence in content and design as well as technical excellence and lavishness of execution.
Colchester
*TEMPORARILY CLOSED* An important part of Colchester's rich history with three centuries of fascinating toys, costume and decorative arts displayed in an attractive Georgian town house from 1718.
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.
Colchester
Redundant 14th Century church restored by The Churches Conservation Trust. Features include extensive use of recycled Roman brickwork. Tower was partially destroyed during the seige of Colchester in 1648. Interior is unfurnished.
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Seasonal foot ferry connecting Brightlingsea, East Mersea and Point Clear
Colchester
*TEMPORARILY CLOSED* Gnome Magic is an unusual treat. Enjoy the delightful garden which blends into an amazing wood where the growing number of 500 gnomes and their friends live. Guaranteed to bring a little sunshine.
Colchester
For many years the church of the port of Colchester, St Leonard's and its impressive tower stand just above the river. A delightful and light interior was beautified by the Victorians and contains some fine stained glass.
Colchester
*TEMPORARILY CLOSED* Go Bananas Play Centre
There is Tiny Town for the under 5's, a 3 storey Aztec Adventure frame for thosed aged 5-12yrs and also a 6m Climbing Wall.
Colchester
The Hythe is a former industrial area to the south of Colchester located on the banks of the River Colne. It was a busy port and shipbuilding area. Today the area is being developed with residential accommodation, shops and restaurants.
Colchester
Hilly Fields offers an interesting mix of woodland, undulating paths and fantastic views.
Mersea Island
Estuary Rib Tours offer boat trips around Mersea Island and the Blackwater Estuary. Book a 1 hour trip, half day or full day for a fun trip exploring this stretch of the Essex coastline.
Colchester
Dating from the 4th century AD the foundations of this church near the Police Station just off the Maldon Road roundabout is probably the earliest known Christian church in Britain.
Colchester
*TEMPORARILY CLOSED* Curzon Colchester is an independent arthouse cinema wih three screens, showing the best of quality mainstream including family films, independent gems and events. Two cafe bars and a roof terrace.
Colchester
Art gallery displaying fine detail watercolours by John Harrison, Originals high quailty prints and greeting cards for sale. Tea room providing teas speciality, coffees, lunches, snacks and cream teas. Closed on Mon & Tues.
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