Coronavirus (COVID-19)

If you are planning on travelling distance to attractions, we would recommend that you contact the venues directly in advance to avoid disappointment.

If you, or any of your party have a new persistant cough, or develop a fever of 38C, we would instead advise you to use the NHS's dedicated website for professional advice.

Colchester Castle

Spectacular displays of Colchester's early history including the destruction of Colchester at the hands of Boudica and the Iceni. Roman Colchester galleries feature many hands-on exhibits of appeal to children and adults alike. Look out for the imaginative holiday events programme. Displays about medieval and Norman Colchester plus an imaginative interpretation of castle prisons. There is also a display about the siege of Colchester during the English Civil War.

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