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Two new stories set to scare audiences this Christmas and New Year in the eerie surroundings of The Old Library in Colchester's Town Hall.
In The Bleak Midwinter
A man finds an unusual way to keep himself busy during Christmas and New Year.
The Nightmares Before Twixmas
Voices from the other side try and help a detective solve a series of grisly murders.
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This attractive area was home to Flemish Protestant refugees in the 16th Century.
Discover the foundations of the Roman Theatre, located in Colchester town centre.
Colchester's Roman Wall is the oldest and longest surviving town wall in Britain.
Colchester Castle is the largest Norman Keep in Europe. Constructed on the foundations of…
Get up close to nature as you discover an interesting perspective on the local natural…
The Minories is Colchester's Oldest Art Gallery. Entry is free and there is a range of…
Three centuries of fascinating toys, costume, clocks and decorative arts displayed in an…
The jewel in Colchester’s crown - an award-winning oasis of horticultural splendour…
Firstsite is an international gallery and creative community space. See the world…
15th Century flint flushwork gatehouse to St John's Abbey (demolished)
Dating from the 4th century AD the foundations of this church near the Police Station…
High Woods Country Park is one of Colchester's beauty spots, ideal for walking, cycling,…
Gosbecks Archaeological Park is one of the most significant Iron Age and Roman sites in…
Home to around 180 species and set in 60 acres of parkland and lakes, Colchester…
Dedham Vale Vineyard is set in 40 acres of vines, woods and pasture on the edge of the…
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