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A Thriving Hub
At the heart of Colchester encircled by the historic Roman Wall, lies the city centre, a place which has been the focal point of the city’s activities for thousands of years, and today is still a busy, thriving hub with lots to see and do.
As well as exciting opportunities for shopping and food & drink in the city centre, you'll discover the city's key heritage and cultural sites within minutes of each other as well as a host of fantastic places to stay should you wish to take a little longer to explore what Colchester has to offer.
For a comprehensive list of businesses, shops and restaurants in the city centre you may wish to visit In Colchester, a dedicated city centre website set up by Colchester's Business Improvement District.
City Centre Attractions
Historically, Colchester's city centre has largely developed inside the Roman Wall that circled the old city. As a result many of the city's key attractions are within easy reach of each other with any two attractions seldom more than a five or ten minute walk from each other.
Key historic sites including the Castle, Priory and the wall itself sit side-by-side more contemporary structures such as the city's modern art gallery and theatre. Similarly, the busy shopping streets of the city centre are a stone's throw from the relative tranquilty of the Victorian Castle Park, and the quieter residential streets of the city's historic Dutch Quarter.
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Tesco Express, 42-46 Crouch Street, Colchester, Essex, CO3 3HHColchester
Visit the sites of lost and existing religious buildings around Colchester as part of the Jane's Walk festival.
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Samaritans Colchester, Walsingham Road Community Hall, 34 Walsingham Road, Colchester, Essex, CO2 7BN34 Walsingham Road, Colchester
Hear stories from people from all walks of life as part of the Essex Book Festival 2024.
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An independent café in the heart of Colchester, with delicious homemade and locally sourced food and speciality coffee. Open for breakfast, brunch, lunch and Supper Club.
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Charter Hall, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1YHTelephone
01206 506905Colchester
Immerse yourself in a phenomenal celebration of Jon Bon Jovi’ s timeless classics.
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Charter Hall, Leisure World, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1YHColchester
A tribute show like no other, featuring the music of Harry Styles and Taylor Swift!
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2-4 Balkerne Passage, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1PATelephone
01206 549080Colchester
Nestled in the centre of historic Colchester, Ristorante Favoloso is an intimate, friendly Italian restaurant.
Colchester
An award-winning department store. Six floors offering everything from fashion to furniture. World famous brands. The latest must-haves. Superb gifts. Exceptional customer service.
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The Old Library, 65 West Stockwell Street, Colchester, CO1 1HEColchester
This is Concert III in the Wild Arts’ Spring Concert Series in the Old Library, and features The Bloomsbury Players and Katherine Spencer on Clarinet.
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2 North Hill, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1DZTelephone
01206 368889Colchester
Traditional Asian cooking techniques are used in this friendly and contemporary setting.
Colchester
Independent Italian restaurant and Pizzeria, located adjacent to Colchester Castle and the beautiful Castle Park.
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Colchester Old Library, W Stockwell St, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1HEColchester
Be among the first to enjoy this 'sweet' event! Sample confectionary treats from all over the world, including options for different diets.
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Charter Hall, Leisure World, Cowdray Ave, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1YHCowdray Ave, Colchester
Ben Elton returns with his newest comedy tour: Authentic Stupidity!
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Colchester's only surviving Saxon building which has an arrowhead (triangle arches) doorway in the tower and features re-used Roman bricks.
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Firstsite, Lewis Gardens, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1JHColchester
Walk in the footsteps of some of Colchester's influential women of the past as part of the Jane's Walk festival.
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Colchester Visitor Information Centre, Colchester Visitor Information Centre, Hollytrees Museum, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1UGTelephone
+441206282920Hollytrees Museum, Colchester
Follow in the footsteps of the Emperor Claudius and Queen Boudica to uncover Colchester's fascinating Roman history
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Firstsite, Lewis Gardens, High Street, Lewis Gardens, High Street, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1JHTelephone
01206 713 700High Street, Colchester
A monthly meet up for watercolour painters and enthusiasts – open for all levels.
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Charter Hall, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1YHTelephone
01206 506905Colchester
Join us for an unforgettable evening of Eagles hits as you have never heard them before!
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Samaritans Colchester, Walsingham Road Community Hall, 34 Walsingham Road, Colchester, Essex, CO2 7BN34 Walsingham Road, Colchester
Enjoy a Q&A with Hafsa Zayyan as part of the Essex Book Festival 2024 event.
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Colchester, Essex, CO2 7EETelephone
01206 572641Essex
The first St Botolph's Church was built where the ruins of St Botolph's Priory Church now stand.
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High Street, Colchester, ESSEX, CO1 1UGTelephone
02079 305984Colchester
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