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Colchester Castle Museum
Address
Castle Park,
Colchester,
Essex,
CO1 1TJ
Details
Colchester Castle is the largest Norman Keep in Europe. Constructed on the foundations of the Temple of Claudius, built when Colchester was the first Roman capital of Britain, the Castle Museum today reveals many fascinating layers of history to visitors. Archaeological collections of international quality covering 2,500 years of history are beautifully showcased, including of the most important Roman finds in Britain.
The Castle is one of England's most important heritage sites and one of the most popular visitor attractions in the East of England.
A visit to Colchester Castle is now bigger, brighter and better than ever before, with brand new interactive displays including new finds and star exhibits like the Colchester Vase and the Colchester Mercury statuette.
Visitors can try out some exciting new experiences - try your hand at building a Norman archway, excavating a Roman doctor's grave or steering a chariot around Colchester's recently uncovered Roman Circus! Be wowed as a large scale 'son et lumière' projection transforms the east wall with light and sound.
There are regular family events, and plenty to occupy children from dressing up to stepping inside a recreated thatched roundhouse. Expert-led tours down into the creepy Roman vaults and up onto the panoramic Castle roof can be booked for a small additional charge, and take place regularly every day.
Opening details
Sunday: 11:00 - 17:00
Last admission is at 16:30
Prices
Adults: £10
Child: £5.25
Student: £6.75
Concessions (Disability, Benefits, Armed Forces): £5.25
Family Saver (2+2): £27.00
Family Saver (1+3 / 2+1): £23.00
Discounts available for pre-booked groups.
Events at this Venue
date | event |
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Sat 27 Jul - Sun 16 Feb | Adorn: Jewellery, The Human Story |
Sat 7 - Sun 8 Dec | Celebrate Christmas At The Castle With Santa |
Wed 11 Dec | Castle Open Evening - Free Entry |
Sat 14 - Sun 15 Dec | Celebrate Christmas At The Castle With Santa |
Sat 14 Dec | Tea + Torcs |
Fri 20 - Mon 23 Dec | Celebrate Christmas At The Castle With Santa |
Location
Directions
Map reference: TL 998253 Lat: 51.89066 Long: 0.90319
Situated in the Town Centre in the Grounds of the Magnificent Castle Park.
Accessible by Public Transport: 0 miles from Colchester Town station
Facilities
Baby changing facilities
Coach parties accepted
Credit cards accepted (no fee)
Disabled toilets
Education/study area
Facilities for groups
Facilities for educational visits
Gift shop
Picnic site
Public toilets
Welcome Host
Accepts groups
Children welcome
Disabled access
Dogs not accepted (except guidedogs)
Smoking not allowed