Discover: Museum Wonders at Hollytrees Museum
MEET 150 MILLION YEARS OF HISTORY AT COLCHESTER MUSEUMS... For the first time in Colchester’s…
Guided Walking Tour: From Camulodunum to Colchester
Take a guided walking tour around Colchester to discover its history and heritage with an expert…
Heritage Open Days in Colchester
Heritage Open Days return to Colchester and Wivenhoe for 2026. Find out more on our dedicated…
Guided Tour: Art in the Open
Sketched by greats such as Constable and Turner, Colchester has been an artistic inspiration for…
This dark comedy by Harold Pinter tackles the corruption of power within the hierarchy of a government-run ‘rest home’. Who the patients are and what they might be suffering from, we never discover, but we begin to learn that the members of staff may be more dangerous…
Developed across India, East Africa and the UK, discover a photographic series that explores the connected histories of Arpita Shah, her mother, and grandmother. "My grandmother was born in India but grew up in Kenya for 12 years before moving back to India. Although I visit…
MEET 150 MILLION YEARS OF HISTORY AT COLCHESTER MUSEUMS... For the first time in Colchester’s history, a real dinosaur skeleton has taken centre stage at Hollytrees Museum…
You’ve marvelled at Gaia and Mars — now there’s an opportunity to visit the Moon. We’re over the moon to announce that Luke Jerram’s Museum of the Moon will arrive at Colchester Castle from 24 July to 31 October 2026, bringing this…
Every Saturday, children and families can join in with free games, have fun, move more, and make friends. It’s the perfect way to start the weekend and to enable communities to get active. Before you come along to your first ParkPlay, we need you to register…
Want to get creative with clay, learn a new skill or discover a new hobby? The Clayground is an informal, community-minded pottery series designed specifically for beginners. Get hands-on with clay, learn a new pottery technique & bring your ideas to life with guidance from…
This dark comedy by Harold Pinter tackles the corruption of power within the hierarchy of a government-run 'rest home'. Who the patients are and what they might be suffering from, we never discover, but we begin to learn that the members of staff may be more dangerous…
A fascinating new exhibition displaying one of the most stunning Roman burials discovered in Colchester in recent years, and the remarkable story behind the woman and her burial.
Free entry Plan your visit Continuing the Colchester Art Society 80th anniversary celebrations, CAS members have been asked to make work in response to the CAS permanent collection, in whichever medium they choose. You can find that collection here…
Reopening the vistas of our mind, after trauma has caused us to shut off. How have abuse and selfish acts of non-consensual violation of our land and bodies ruptured our ability to stay tuned to nature? And in doing so, separated us from the birthrights all living beings have: to…
Władysław Mirecki: Summer Glory Thirty paintings from Mirecki’s collection, including two topical places: Dunwich and Clacton Opening Saturday 15th August Continuing to Sunday 6th September, 2026 Wednesday to Sunday 10am to 5pm or by appointment
The Minories Artist Network is a collective of over 100 East Anglian artists. Each exhibition is artist-led. This show’s theme, Heatwave & Flood and its curation were collectively decided by Barbara Peirson, Claire Fenwick and Laura Harvey. Meet…
First Thursday of the month at 10am Needle felting workshops with Nicola Seasonal themes starting with mushrooms Let’s make mushrooms! Get creative with Nicola in this fun, hands-on, needle felting workshop! Learn the art of transforming soft wool into an…
Get ready for a night full of your favourite 90s and 00s Old School and RnB anthems in our brand new party night! Step into a night of nostalgia as our DJs play the very best RnB, old-school hip-hop, and timeless classics all night long. Expect tracks from Aaliyah, Usher, Brandy…
Saturday 5th September 2026 at 8pm - Free Admission. Come and enjoy an evening of beautiful music - a wonderful mix of originals and covers from two local bands. A Light Left On: Singer-Songwriter David J Brown & various crew including Big Willie Smith-Daye, The Solid State…
Every month we now have a wonderful line up of nearly 30 stalls joining us selling a fantastic range of products including Lovelands honey direct from the beekeeper, freshly baked slices of delicious cake from Alex's Artisan Bakery, scrummy Brownies from the Essex Bakery and…
Fold, stitch, and assemble your own A6 notebook while exploring simple beginner-friendly binding techniques, paper craft, and creative construction. Using decorative papers, matboard, and optional finishing touches like ribbon bookmarks, you'll create a functional handmade…
Join us on 5 September 2026 from 10am to 1pm for an immersive tarot workshop exploring manifestation and intention setting. You’ll learn how to use tarot as a practical tool to focus your energy and support your goals. The session includes guided exercises and…
A Community Folk Festival. Gather with friends, family and neighbours for a gentle day of live folk music, fresh air and good comapny. Folk on the Rec is a celebration of grassroots musicians. traditional sounds and simple pleasures - music played on real…
Take a guided walking tour around Colchester to discover its history and heritage with an expert guide. Colchester was Britain's first city, and is now it's newest after regaining city status in 2022. With a story stretching back over 2000 years, join one of our official…
Invasion Colchester began life in 2011 as a way to raise money for a Leicester hospital that saved a dear friend's life. Following the incredible success of that first event, we made the decision there and then to continue Invasion Colchester every year for as…
Family theatre and rock star legend Kid Carpet is back with a totally brand new show! A lo-fi, hi-tech, big-beat bonkers panto stuffed with songs, silliness and surprises – for all ages and families. Kid Carpet doesn’t care for panto. The Noisy Animals absolutely love…
The joy of flying a Kite in the big field is there are only a very few Kite eating trees! As the wind blows across the grass the kites can soar into the highest heights. One year we had over 100 kites in the sky. See if your kite can fill the skies this year.
Start by responding to a "surprise" still life arrangement revealed at the beginning of the session, encouraging spontaneous reactions rather than over-planning. Build your painting through loose shapes, expressive brushwork, and close observation of colour and light…
Join local jeweller Sara Barker for a hands-on introduction to the traditional art of wax carving for jewellery making. Suitable for all skill levels, this creative workshop will guide you through designing and carving your own unique ring from jeweller's wax using…
