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Address
Hollytrees Museum, Castle Park, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1UGTelephone
+44 (0)1206 282920Price
Price £5.00 Per TicketColchester
A dinosaur-themed trail for young children at Hollytrees Museum. Solve clues, explore and earn a prize. Suitable for ages 2–5.
Dates
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- 21 July 2026to1 Sept 2026Open 10:00 - 17:00
Address
Colchester Castle Museum, Castle Park, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1TJTelephone
+44 (0)1206 282920Price
Price £5.00 Per TicketColchester
A Moon-inspired family trail at Colchester Castle. Follow clues, solve puzzles and earn a themed prize. Suitable for ages 5+.
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- 21 July 2026to1 Sept 2026Open 10:00 - 17:00
Address
Colchester Castle Museum, Castle Park, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1TJTelephone
+44 (0)1206 282920Price
FreeColchester
A summer challenge for Annual Pass holders across Colchester Castle, Hollytrees Museum and the Natural History Museum, inspired by Discover: Museum Wonders.
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- 21 July 2026to1 Sept 2026Open 10:00 - 17:00
Address
Natural History Museum, High Street, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1DNTelephone
+44 (0)1206 282920Price
FreeColchester
Free dinosaur and fossil-themed colouring sheets and activities for children, available daily at the Natural History Museum this summer.
Dates
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- 25 July 2026to30 Aug 2026Open 10:00 - 17:00
Address
Colchester Castle Museum, Castle Park, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1TJTelephone
+44 (0)1206 282920Price
Price £3.95 Per TicketColchester
A family-friendly tour exploring Moon myths and superstitions through stories and activities, inspired by Museum of the Moon. Suitable for ages 3+.
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- 27 July 2026Open 11:00 - 11:45
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Address
Colchester Castle Museum, Castle Park, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1TJTelephone
+44 (0)1206 282920Price
FreeColchester
Meet a costumed Roman at Colchester Castle and discover life in Roman Britain through stories, games and informal drop-in encounters.
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- 28 July 2026Open 14:00 - 16:00
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- 30 July 2026Open 14:00 - 16:00
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- 25 Aug 2026Open 14:00 - 16:00
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- 27 Aug 2026Open 14:00 - 16:00
Address
Hollytrees Museum, Castle Park, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1UGTelephone
+44 (0)1206 282920Price
FreeColchester
A fun drop-in dinosaur craft at Hollytrees Museum. Create and decorate your own prehistoric creature to take home. Suitable for ages 5+.
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- 29 July 2026Open 14:00 - 16:30
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- 5 Aug 2026Open 14:00 - 16:30
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- 12 Aug 2026Open 14:00 - 16:30
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- 19 Aug 2026Open 14:00 - 16:30
Address
Colchester Castle Museum, Castle Park, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1TJTelephone
+44 (0)1206 282939Price
Price £1.00 to £10.00 Per TicketColchester
A summer holiday club inspired by Museum of the Moon, packed with crafts, games, mini tours and hands-on activities for ages 5–10.
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- 30 July 2026
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- 31 July 2026
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- 6 Aug 2026Open 10:30 - 12:00
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- 20 Aug 2026Open 10:30 - 12:00
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- 21 Aug 2026Open 10:30 - 12:00
Address
Colchester Castle Museum, Castle Park, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1TJTelephone
+44 (0)1206 282920Price
FreeColchester
A quieter Castle experience with reduced sensory stimulation and a dedicated sensory space. Suitable for visitors who benefit from a calm, relaxed environment.
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- 2 Aug 2026Open 15:00 - 17:00
Address
Natural History Museum, High Street, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1DNTelephone
+44 (0)1206 282920Price
FreeColchester
A fun dino-themed craft and storytelling session for under 5s, with songs, activities and a friendly dinosaur to meet. Free, drop-in.
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- 4 Aug 2026Open 10:30 - 11:15
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- 18 Aug 2026Open 10:30 - 11:15
Address
Go Ape Chelmsford, Hylands Park, Greenbury Way, Chelmsford, Essex, CM2 8FSTelephone
01603 895500Price
Price £26.95 Per TicketGreenbury Way, Chelmsford
This summer reconnect with nature - and each other as you take on high ropes, conquer wobbly crossings, and soar along thrilling ziplines in the incredible Hylands Park.
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- 20 July 2026to6 Sept 2026Open 10:00 - 17:00
Address
Festival Way, Basildon, Essex, SS14 3WBTelephone
01277600320Price
FreeBasildon
Meet Marshall from PAW Patrol at Festival Leisure Park on Saturday 8th August! Enjoy free family fun, real fire engines, mascot appearances, the Local Artisan Market and more as we celebrate the new PAW Patrol movie.
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- 8 Aug 2026Open 11:00 - 16:00
Address
Secret Nuclear Bunker, Ongar Road, Kelvedon Hatch, Brentwood, Essex, CM15 0LATelephone
01277586736Price
Price £60.00 to £80.00 Per TicketBrentwood
Why settle for one day of adventure when you can have six weeks? The Nuclear Adventures Summer Pass is the ultimate ticket for adrenaline-seekers and families looking to stay active all holiday long.
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- 20 July 2026to31 Aug 2026Open 10:30 - 17:00
Address
Museum of Power, Museum of Power - Steam Pumping Station, Hatfield Road, Langford, Maldon, Essex, CM9 6QATelephone
01621 843183Price
Price £5.00 to £23.50 Per TicketLangford, Maldon
Summer Holiday Activities
Oceans, Rivers and SeasDates
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- 23 July 2026to27 Aug 2026Open 09:30 - 16:00
Address
Hedingham Castle, Castle Hedingham, HALSTEAD, Essex, CO9 3DJTelephone
01787460261Price
Price £17.50 to £24.00 Per TicketHALSTEAD
Prepare for an unforgettable clash of courage and might as The Knights of Albion make their triumphant return to Hedingham Castle this August Bank Holiday weekend!
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- 30 Aug 2026to31 Aug 2026Open 10:00 - 16:00
Address
Mountfitchet Castle, Stansted Mountfitchet, Essex, CM24 8LYTelephone
01279 813237Price
Price £14.00 to £18.00 Per TicketStansted Mountfitchet
Forget William The Conqueror, become William or Wilma The Constructor in our giant brick building event!
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- 1 Aug 2026to16 Aug 2026Open 10:00 - 17:00
Address
Nuclear Wild Forest Activity Centre, Parsonage Farm, Ongar Road, Kelvedon Hatch, Brentwood, Essex, CM15 0LATelephone
01277586734Price
Price £21.50 Per TicketOngar Road, Kelvedon Hatch
Make a splash this summer at our award-winning obstacle course, the perfect introduction to water-based obstacles
Dates
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- 23 July 2026to28 Aug 2026Open 10:30 - 17:00
Address
culver square, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1AAColchester
Join us on Saturday 15th August for FREE Summertime Screenings at Culver Square.
Dates
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- 15 Aug 2026Open 11:00 - 15:00
Address
Prittlewell Priory, Priory Park, Victoria Avenue, Southend, Essex, SS2 6NBVictoria Avenue, Southend
Get ready for a very Saxon summer, our annual Anglo-Saxon Weekend is back, with more Anglo antics and Saxon surprises than ever.
Dates
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- 1 Aug 2026to2 Aug 2026Open 11:00 - 16:00
Address
Firstsite, Lewis Gardens, High Street, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1JHTelephone
01206 713700Price
FreeHigh Street, Colchester
Get making, moving and munching with Holiday Fun in Colchester over the school holidays!
Our drop-in creative activities for families change daily and are available from 10am-2:30pm. Outdoor sports activities for children are a great way to keep…
Dates
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- 18 July 2026to29 Aug 2026Open 10:00 - 14:30
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