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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
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.
Dates
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- 2 Aug 2026Open 15:00 - 17:00
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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- 7 Aug 2026Open 10:30 - 12:00
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- 13 Aug 2026Open 10:30 - 12:00
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- 14 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
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 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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- 4 Aug 2026Open 14:00 - 16:00
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- 20 Aug 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
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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- 29 July 2026Open 11:00 - 11:45
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- 31 July 2026Open 11:00 - 11:45
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- 3 Aug 2026Open 11:00 - 11:45
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- 19 Aug 2026Open 11:00 - 11:45
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- 21 Aug 2026Open 11:00 - 11:45
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
FreeColchester
A summer challenge for Annual Pass holders across Colchester Castle, Hollytrees Museum and the Natural History Museum, inspired by Discover: Museum Wonders.
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+.
Dates
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- 21 July 2026to1 Sept 2026Open 10:00 - 17:00
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
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
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
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
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.
Dates
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- 20 July 2026to31 Aug 2026Open 10:30 - 17:00
Address
Hopefield Animal Sanctuary, Sawyers Hall Lane, Brentwood, Essex, CM15 9BZTelephone
01277 201110Price
Price £6.50 to £8.50 Per TicketBrentwood
Meet rescued animals, enjoy inflatables, soft play, mascots, trails and more – all included in your ticket. Plus, every paying child receives a FREE return voucher for 2026!
Dates
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- 18 July 2026to28 Aug 2026Open 10:00 - 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!
Dates
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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!
Dates
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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
RHS Garden Hyde Hall, Creephedge Lane, Rettendon, Chelmsford, Essex, CM3 8ETTelephone
01245 402019Price
Price £5.00 to £16.80 Per TicketRettendon, Chelmsford
Step into the enchanting world of The Wind in the Willows. From 14 February to December 2026, you’re invited to join Mole, Ratty, Toad and Badger on a magical journey across all five RHS Gardens.
Dates
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- 14 Feb 2026to31 Dec 2026Open 10:00 - 16:00
Address
Stow Maries Great War Aerodrome, Flambirds Chase, Hackmans Lane, Nr Maldon, Essex, CM3 6RJTelephone
+44 (0)1245 322644Price
Price Free to £12.00 Per TicketHackmans Lane, Nr Maldon
Get out in the fresh air this half term and explore some of Essex's beautiful wildlife, in the unspoiled setting of Stow Maries Great War Aerodrome. Join our Nature Guides for fun drop-in sessions focusing on the birds, bugs and mammals that make…
Dates
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- 26 July 2026Open 10:00 - 15:00
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- 30 Oct 2026Open 10:00 - 15:00
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