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Colchester and the surrounding area is brimming with culture and history, as well as an array of indoor and outdoor activities to keep the whole family entertained.

Some must-see landmarks in the district include the Roman wall – the oldest and longest surviving city wall in Britain – and Layer Marney Tower, a magnificent Tudor building featuring the tallest gatehouse in Britain!

Delve into the rich history of the district at Colchester Castle Museum, the Natural History Museum and Gosbecks Archaeological Park. Bring to life our county’s railways at the East Anglian Railway Museum or be amazed by the selection of toys and decorative arts from the past 300 years at Hollytrees Museum. If modern art interests you, head over to Firstsite, a leading contemporary art gallery or combine art and exercise with the Town to Sea art trail.

For the animal lovers amongst you, Colchester Zoo is a must visit, with over 200 species to spot. Explore the nature trails at Fingringhoe Wick Nature Discovery Park and keep your eyes peeled for a variety of birds.

If you or your little ones need to burn off excess energy, visit the award-winning Castle Park, Highwoods Country Park or jump for joy at Jump Street Colchester.

Don’t forget to take some time out to unwind and revitalise with a stroll by the coast and admire the historic oyster beds.

Enjoy an evening out, whether it’s singers, comedians, exhibitions or theatre, the Mercury Theatre will keep you entertained.

Discover all that Colchester and the surrounding area has to offer!

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Guide East

Address

95 Lexden Road, West Bergholt, Colchester, Essex, CO6 3BP

Telephone
07740090960

info@guideeast.co.uk

Colchester

Tailored tours for groups and Coach Tour Operators covering Essex, London and the East of England.
Tour planning and Tour Guide services for Coach Tours, Walking Tours and Theme Tours.
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250 reviews
Highwoods Country Park

Address

174 Turner Road, Mile End, Colchester, Essex, CO4 5JR

Telephone
01206 853588

countryside@colchester.gov.uk

Colchester

High Woods Country Park is one of Colchester's beauty spots, ideal for walking, cycling, playing and relaxing.
Essex Outdoors - Mersea

Address

Rewsalls Lane, East Mersea, Colchester, Essex, CO5 8SX

Telephone
+44 (0)1206 383226

mersea@essexoutdoors.com

Colchester

Essex Outdoors Mersea is located on the beautiful Island of Mersea and provides high quality outdoor learning opportunities to the young people of Essex, and the wider community.
Roman Wall/Guard Room/Triumphal Arch

Address

Balkerne Passage, Colchester, Essex, CO3 3AA

Telephone
01206 282920

vic@colchester.gov.uk

Colchester

Colchester's Roman Wall is the oldest and longest surviving town wall in Britain.
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210 reviews
Hollytrees Museum

Address

Castle Park, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1UG

Telephone
01206 282940

museums@colchester.gov.uk

Colchester

Three centuries of fascinating toys, costume, clocks and decorative arts displayed in an attractive Georgian town house from 1718.
St John's Abbey Gate

Address

St John's Green, Colchester, Essex, CO2 7EZ

Telephone
01206 282920

vic@colchester.gov.uk

Colchester

15th Century flint flushwork gatehouse to St John's Abbey (demolished)
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Colchester Castle Museum

Address

Castle Park, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1TJ

Telephone
01206 282939

museums@colchester.gov.uk

Colchester

Colchester Castle is the largest Norman Keep in Europe. Constructed on the foundations of the Roman Temple of Claudius. The Castle Museum today reveals many fascinating layers of history to visitors.
Essex Way Stage 6 - West Bergholt to Mistley Heath

Address

Chapel Road, West Bergholt, Colchester, Essex, CO6 3JB

Colchester

A moderately easy 12.5 mile walk on the Essex Way. The path starts at West Bergholt, Colchester, and finishes at Mistley Heath. This path is most impressive along the Stour riverside on the pre-amble into Dedham Vale. The path forms an important…