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popular by demand
great family day out, beautiful walks history and play areas, lots of ice cream and snacks. Crazy golf, petting zoo and splash park
31 locals recommend
Promenade Park
Park Drivegreat family day out, beautiful walks history and play areas, lots of ice cream and snacks. Crazy golf, petting zoo and splash park
Fantastic day out for any animal lover. allow a full day to explore. take a packed lunch or enjoy a meal from the cafe. there are many play areas thought the zoo.
132 locals recommend
Colchester Zoo
Maldon RoadFantastic day out for any animal lover. allow a full day to explore. take a packed lunch or enjoy a meal from the cafe. there are many play areas thought the zoo.
Sightseeing
A town with a huge personality full of history, lots of shops some quirky and also branded stores.
Colchester Castle is open to visitors (paid entrance)
Colchester Castle park is free with a great playground and has various events throughout the year.
Museums are also close to the castle and park
80 locals recommend
The Castle Museum
Castle ParkA town with a huge personality full of history, lots of shops some quirky and also branded stores.
Colchester Castle is open to visitors (paid entrance)
Colchester Castle park is free with a great playground and has various events throughout the year.
Museums are also close to the castle and park
Food scene
Many shops, bars, and restaurants. Popular for traveling to London with good bus and train links.
Chelmsford Station
Duke StreetMany shops, bars, and restaurants. Popular for traveling to London with good bus and train links.