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Walking Tours - Book Now Graphic

Take a guided walking tour around Colchester to discover its history and heritage with an expert…

Painting of a man in bed

'In-between Us' seeks to examine identity and masculinities, challenging social constructs and…

Young girl holding a magnifying glass

Designed for children aged 2 1/2 to 4, along with their parents, grandparents, and carers, these…

the comedy network

Live comedy at the Mercury Theatre

Professor Brian Cox: Horizons. A 21st Century Space Odyssey

Having set two Guinness World Records with his previous sell-out World Tour, Professor Brian Cox is…

Day Out With Thomas

Join Thomas & Friends for family fun at the East Anglian Railway Museum. Take a train ride with…

Wooden puppet and toy rocket

Embark on a nostalgic journey through the enchanting world of puppetry with our exhibition,…

Dragon with a basket of golden eggs

Join our characters on a quest to solve riddles and follow clues to help find the missing dragon…

Large lizard with its tounge out

Over the past few months, you may have noticed some BIG new arrivals! This Easter, journey around…

High Woods Easter Trail

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

Eggs lying on straw

Dive into the wonders of the animal kingdom this Easter with our Egg-Cellent Creatures fun…

Welcome to Salary Brook - Local Nature Reserve

Join the Ranger for a morning pond dipping at Salary Brook

Colchester First Thursdays

A free monthly event with fantastic performances, workshops and interactive experiences

2 boys looking at bugs in a container after pond dipping

Discover what bugs and creepy crawlies lie in the ponds at High Woods Country Park.

Children looking at the Sea Lions under the water

Did you know… 71% of the earth's surface is covered in water! Join us as we share the incredible…

Colchester Farmers Market

Every month we now have a wonderful line up of nearly 30 stalls joining us selling a fantastic…

A steam train

A firm favourite with families, they're a great opportunity to visit the Museum and have a ride in…

Woodland crafts

Get creative in the woods. Come and join our woodland craft session on Wednesday 10th April

Woodland crafts

Get creative at High Woods Country Park this Easter. Come and join our woodland craft session on…

Dinosaur at Colchester Zoo

Take a step back in time with our Dino Discovery Day filled with all things prehistoric, including…

Bluebells at High Woods Country Park

Pick up a map from the Visitor Centre and find the best bluebell areas in the park to explore

Frank Skinner

Following a sell-out run at the Edinburgh Fringe and 7-nights at the Lyric Theatre in London’s West…

Folk & Bespoke Craft Fair

Handmade shopping day for gifts and crafts at Firstsite Art Gallery.

Cyclists racing up East Hill

Come and cheer on the cyclists in this year's Ride London Classique as stage one finishes in…

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