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Celebrate Community Spirit at Leisure World's FREE Festival of Fun!
Mark your calendars for the weekend of 5-6 July for Leisure World's annual free Festival of Fun. On Saturday 5 July, head to Colchester Sports Park for a fun fair themed day with bouncy castles, candy floss machines, fitness classes and much more. Then, on Sunday 6 July, enjoy a fun day at Leisure World Colchester with free leisure pool swimming sessions including the flumes, water polo demos, arcade games and plenty more activities throughout the day. Each day's activities will take place between 10 - 4pm. Don't miss this chance to connect with your local community and explore our fantastic facilities! Booking is now open to secure your spaces for plenty of FREE activities.

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Festival of Fun

Type:Community Event

Cowdray Avenue, Colchester, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1YH

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Tel01206 282000

Opening Times

Season (6 July 2025)
Day	Times
Sunday	10:00	- 16:00

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