Colchester Guidebook
Sightseeing
One of the UK’s best Zoo’s, a perfect day out for the whole family and within 10 minutes from the apartment!
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Zoo de Colchester
Maldon RoadOne of the UK’s best Zoo’s, a perfect day out for the whole family and within 10 minutes from the apartment!
A must visit during a trip to Colchester, taking in the history of the oldest town in Britain.
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Parc du château de Colchester
High StreetA must visit during a trip to Colchester, taking in the history of the oldest town in Britain.
Mersea Island is an idyllic fishing village, around 25 minutes from the apartment by car. World famous, fresh seafood can be enjoyed here at West Mersea Oyster Bar! Well worth an afternoon stroll if nothing else!
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Mersea Island
Mersea Island is an idyllic fishing village, around 25 minutes from the apartment by car. World famous, fresh seafood can be enjoyed here at West Mersea Oyster Bar! Well worth an afternoon stroll if nothing else!
Brightlingsea Lido is a classic 1930's open air swimming pool, which is open from spring time through the summer months.
A popular spot with the locals, as it makes for a perfect day out to enjoy the sunshine and some outdoor swimming with the family, or a romantic spot for couples.
Brightlingsea Lido
Promenade WayBrightlingsea Lido is a classic 1930's open air swimming pool, which is open from spring time through the summer months.
A popular spot with the locals, as it makes for a perfect day out to enjoy the sunshine and some outdoor swimming with the family, or a romantic spot for couples.
Flatford Mill and the Dedham Vale is a local gem for an autumn walk by the river. Visit the Tiptree tea-room or The Marquis pub for some local home cooked grub
Flatford Mill
Flatford Mill and the Dedham Vale is a local gem for an autumn walk by the river. Visit the Tiptree tea-room or The Marquis pub for some local home cooked grub
Food scene
Love Afternoon Tea? Tiptree Tea Room is the home of Wilkin & Sons Jams, famous and highly regarded around the world and only 20 minutes drive from the apartment! A must visit for the foodies among us!
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Tiptree Tea Room, Museum and Jam Shop
Factory HillLove Afternoon Tea? Tiptree Tea Room is the home of Wilkin & Sons Jams, famous and highly regarded around the world and only 20 minutes drive from the apartment! A must visit for the foodies among us!
Three Wise Monkeys is a local hotspot for foodies and lovers of beer! One of our absolute favourites, serving freshly smoked meats and other American barbecue dishes alongside local and regional beer's from the tap.
Check out their website to find dates for live music in the restaurant on the top floor, with some of the best local bands performing to small crowds!
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Three Wise Monkeys
60 High StThree Wise Monkeys is a local hotspot for foodies and lovers of beer! One of our absolute favourites, serving freshly smoked meats and other American barbecue dishes alongside local and regional beer's from the tap.
Check out their website to find dates for live music in the restaurant on the top floor, with some of the best local bands performing to small crowds!
West Street Vineyard is a local treasure! They are responsible for growing and producing some excellent wines for the region, and have a small restaurant on-site where you can enjoy some incredible dishes, with a glass of wine overlooking the vineyard.
Perfect for the wine connoisseurs among us, as well as those who enjoy a good meal with a good view!
West Street Vineyard
West StreetWest Street Vineyard is a local treasure! They are responsible for growing and producing some excellent wines for the region, and have a small restaurant on-site where you can enjoy some incredible dishes, with a glass of wine overlooking the vineyard.
Perfect for the wine connoisseurs among us, as well as those who enjoy a good meal with a good view!
North Hill Noodle Bar is one of the most popular restaurants in Colchester for eat-in or take-out Asian cuisine. The Kung Po Chicken is a particular favourite!
North Hill Noodle Bar
North Hill Noodle Bar is one of the most popular restaurants in Colchester for eat-in or take-out Asian cuisine. The Kung Po Chicken is a particular favourite!
If you enjoy classic English/French bistros with a twist? Church Street Tavern is the perfect venue for cocktails and delicious dinners in Colchester Town
Church Street Tavern Colchester
3 Church StIf you enjoy classic English/French bistros with a twist? Church Street Tavern is the perfect venue for cocktails and delicious dinners in Colchester Town
Live Music
Experience the local music scene here in Colchester at Coda - from jazz to rock n’ roll throughout the week at very affordable prices!
Coda Colchester
The Headgate is a cosy theatre in Colchester Centre which hosts a range of theatre and music performances throughout the calendar year with plenty of local talent on show
Headgate Theatre
14 Chapel St NThe Headgate is a cosy theatre in Colchester Centre which hosts a range of theatre and music performances throughout the calendar year with plenty of local talent on show
The Arts Centre in Colchester is a well respected live music venue, known throughout Essex as one of the best around. You’ll see a huge variety of talent take the stage throughout the year at very reasonable prices!
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Centre d'art de Colchester
Church StreetThe Arts Centre in Colchester is a well respected live music venue, known throughout Essex as one of the best around. You’ll see a huge variety of talent take the stage throughout the year at very reasonable prices!