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Firstsite, Lewis Gardens, High Street, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1JHTelephone
01206 713700Price
FreeHigh Street, Colchester
Explore a thoughtful and personal journey through motherhood, heritage, belonging, and the connections that exist across generations and continents.
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Dates
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- 13 June 2026Open 10:00 - 17:00
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Mercury Theatre, Balkerne Gate, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1PTTelephone
01206 573948Price
Price £25.00 Per TicketColchester
Andy Hamilton, much loved and acclaimed comedian, writer, director, novelist, panellist and of course cartoon voice artist brings his brand-new show A Night To Remember to Colchester.
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- 27 Oct 2026Open 19:30 - 21:30
Address
Colchester Charter Hall, Leisure World, Cowdray Avenue, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1YHTelephone
01206506905Price
Price £36.25 Per TicketCowdray Avenue, Colchester
80's vs 90's: Daytime Rewind Bottomless Brunch
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- 21 Nov 2026Open 15:00 - 18:00
Address
Colchester Charter Hall, Leisure World, Cowdray Avenue, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1YHTelephone
01206506905Price
Price £32.00 Per TicketCowdray Avenue, Colchester
HEAVEN CAN WAITDates
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- 29 Jan 2027Open 19:30 - 21:45
Address
Colchester Charter Hall, Leisure World, Cowdray Avenue, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1YHTelephone
01206506905Price
Price £29.00 Per TicketCowdray Avenue, Colchester
Join award-winning investigative journalist and criminologist Mark Williams-Thomas for a gripping, immersive theatre experience delving into one of the most infamous and debated murder cases in British criminal history: The Jeremy Bamber White House…
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- 28 Oct 2026Open 19:30 - 21:45
Colchester
A monthly gathering for artists, creatives, and the curious to explore the uncharted territories of imagination.
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- 9 July 2026Open 19:00 - 22:00
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- 13 Aug 2026Open 19:00 - 22:00
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- 10 Sept 2026Open 19:00 - 22:00
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- 1 Oct 2026Open 19:00 - 22:00
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- 12 Nov 2026Open 19:00 - 22:00
Address
Lower Castle Park, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1UDTelephone
01376 513076Price
FreeColchester
A Pipes and drums spectacular in the relaxing setting of Lower Castle Park. Great food stalls, licensed bar, real ale. And free entry too!
Dates
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- 14 June 2026Open 10:00 - 18:00
Address
Colchester Zoological Society, Maldon Road, Stanway, Colchester, Essex, CO3 0SLTelephone
01206331292Stanway, Colchester
Discover extinct species from millions of years ago, from gigantic carnivores to the graceful herbivores, as well as the chance to meet and greet our dinosaur friends.
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Dates
- From:
- 27 June 2026Open 09:30 - 17:30
Address
Maitlands, Distillery Lane, Colchester, Essex, CO2 8EZPrice
Price £1.79 to £22.38 Per TicketColchester
Great live bands
Delicious BBQ and vegetarian/vegan food & cake and desserts
Fully Licensed Bar (including beer by the watering can!)Dates
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- 4 July 2026Open 14:00 - 23:30
Address
JobServe Community Stadium, United Way, Colchester, Essex, CO4 5UPTelephone
01206 755100Price
Price £63.00 Per TicketUnited Way, Colchester
Join us for a hilarious evening at the 'Faulty Towers' dining experience with a 3-course meal, five-star comedy, and surprises.
Dates
- From:
- 25 Sept 2026Open 19:00 -
Address
Layer Marney Tower, Layer Marney, Colchester, Essex, CO5 9USTelephone
01206 330784Price
Price £12.00 to £180.00 Per TicketColchester
Stand by for adventure, me hearties! Long John Silver and his fearless crew of salty old sea dogs are setting sail for Layer Marney Tower. Fun, family day out for all ages.
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- 4 Aug 2026Open 15:30 - 17:00
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East Anglian Railway Museum, Chappel & Wakes Colne Station, Station Road, Wakes Colne, Colchester, Essex, CO6 2DSTelephone
01206242524Price
Price £9.50 to £13.50 Per TicketWakes Colne, Colchester
Ladies and gentlemen…
…we cordially invite you to join us at the East Anglian Railway Museum for this, our Annual Steampunk fair hosted in conjunction with the League of Essextraordinary Gentlemen.
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- 5 July 2026Open 10:00 - 17:00
Address
Romano Lounge, Foundation House, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1LFTelephone
0000000000Price
Price £33.00 Per TicketColchester
Join The Paint Club for a relaxed and creative evening of painting! One of our friendly artists will guide you step-by-step from a blank canvas to your very own work of art.Each artist brings their own unique flair, so your painting might look a…
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- 23 June 2026Open 19:00 - 21:00
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- 28 July 2026Open 19:00 - 21:00
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- 25 Aug 2026Open 19:00 - 21:00
Address
JobServe Community Stadium Events, Colchester, United Way, Colchester, Essex, CO4 5UPTelephone
01206752443Price
Price £18.00 to £24.00 Per TicketUnited Way, Colchester
A magical 90-minute princess party with The Tower Princess and her fabulous friends - The Sleeping Princess, The Mermaid Princess, The Fashion Doll and The Good Witch.
Dates
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- 27 June 2026Open 11:00 - 14:30
Address
Colchester Castle Museum, Castle Park, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1TJTelephone
01206 282939Price
FreeColchester
Relaxed Opening at Colchester Castle: reduced sensory stimulation, quiet chapel area, sensory toys, ear defenders & visual guides. Ages 4+. First Thursdays Festival, 3–5pm. Included with admission.
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Dates
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- 2 July 2026Open 15:00 - 17:00
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- 6 Aug 2026Open 15:00 - 17:00
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- 3 Sept 2026Open 15:00 - 17:00
Address
Colchester Castle Museum, Castle Park, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1TJTelephone
01206 282939Price
FreeColchester
Calm at the Castle: reduced sensory stimulation, dedicated sensory space, ear defenders & visual guides. All ages. First Sunday monthly, 3–5pm. Included with admission, no booking needed.
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- 5 July 2026Open 15:00 - 17:00
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- 2 Aug 2026Open 15:00 - 17:00
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- 6 Sept 2026Open 15:00 - 17:00
Address
Station Road, Marks Tey, Essex, CO6 1EETelephone
+447889742993Price
Price £5.00 Per TicketMarks Tey
Repeating the success of last year's Music Train with DJ Tuffy, join us for a fun 80's music train.
Dates
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- 25 July 2026Open 19:00 - 20:45
Address
Beth Chatto's Plants & Gardens, Beth Chatto's Plants & Gardens, Elmstead Market, Colchester, Essex, CO7 7DBTelephone
01206 82007Price
Price £5.00 Per TicketElmstead Market, Colchester
Join Dr Chris Gibson our wildlife advocate for a stroll around the garden
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Dates
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- 19 June 2026Open 11:00 - 12:00
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- 19 June 2026Open 12:30 - 13:30
Address
Beth Chatto's Plants & Gardens, Beth Chatto's Plants & Gardens, Elmstead Market, Colchester, Essex, CO7 7DBTelephone
01206 82007Price
Price £60.00 Per TicketElmstead Market, Colchester
Join propagation expert, Emily Allard, for a two hour masterclass to explore succulents.
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Dates
- From:
- 13 June 2026Open 10:30 - 12:30
Address
Beth Chatto's Plants & Gardens, Beth Chatto's Plants & Gardens, Elmstead Market, Colchester, Essex, CO7 7DBTelephone
01206 82007Price
Price £60.00 Per TicketElmstead Market, Colchester
Open to photographers of all levels
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Dates
- From:
- 13 June 2026Open 10:30 - 15:30
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