Places To Visit In Colchester




If you fancy a day out in Colchester, or you're looking for somewhere to take the children for the day, then why not visit one of the local Colchester attractions listed below?
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Abberton Reservoir
Abberton Reservoir
Abberton Reservoir Nature Reserve offers excellent birdwatching opportunities over the 1200 acre reservoir, which is a Wetland of International Importance. There are facilities for the disabled in...
Abbotts Hall Farm
Abbotts Hall Farm
Abbotts Hall Farm forms the centerpiece in a conservation jigsaw that links together over 3,000 acres of wildlife-rich land along a 25km stretch of the Essex coast. The farm is situated on the...
Beth Chatto Gardens
Beth Chatto Gardens
The Beth Chatto Gardens in Elmstead Market, near Colchester, began in 1960. From an overgrown wasteland with poor gravel soil and boggy hollows it has been transformed into an informal garden...
Bourne Mill
Bourne Mill
A delightful stone-built 16th Century water mill with tranquil grounds beside a stream and mill pond. Parking limited.  No WC. Admission prices - Adults £2.50, Children £1.00 ...
Castle Park
Castle Park
Colchester's Castle Park is an award-winning oasis of horticultural splendour in Colchester's town centre. Set behind Colchester's famous Castle, it includes a modern children's play area, cafe,...
Colchester Castle
Colchester Castle
There is so much to discover at Colchester Castle.  Follow in the footsteps of Roman soldiers, Norman invaders, the Witchfinder General and the devastation of Queen Boudica.  Explore over...
Colchester Zoo
Colchester Zoo
Colchester Zoo is one of Europe's finest zoos with over 260 rare species, many part of breeding programmes.  Interactive daily displays get you closer to the animals and the zoo offers a wide...
Fingringhoe Wick Nature Reserve
Fingringhoe Wick Nature Reserve
The Visitor Centre at Fingringhoe Wick Nature Reserve is surrounded by one of the finest nature reserves in the county, it is attractive to families, organised wildlife groups, school parties and...
Firstsite
Firstsite
Firstsite is a contemporary visual arts organisation based in Colchester with a mission to make contemporary art relevant to everyone. Our integrated programme of work includes projects, exhibitions...
Hollytrees Museum
Hollytrees Museum
Since its redevelopment supported by the heritage lottery fund, this fantastic FREE museum has won two awards in its first year and has been delighting our visitors from day one. Follow...
Layer Marney Tower
Layer Marney Tower
Britains Tallest Tudor Gatehouse, built in the reign of Henry VIII. Stunning buildings, beautiful gardens, open parkland. Visiting the Tower The gatehouse, farm and gardens are open to the public...
Natural History Museum
Natural History Museum
The Natural History Museum in Colchester is housed in the unique setting of the former All Saints Church and focuses on the rich natural heritage of north-east Essex.  This is the place to go...
Tymperleys Clock Museum
Tymperleys Clock Museum
Take some time out in the town centre's only oasis of calm. Step back in time and visit the fifteenth century timber framed house, once the home to William Gilberd, scientist and physician to...
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