Colchester Castle was constructed in the eleventh century on earlier Roman foundations; it now contains a museum. The main campus of the University of Essex is located between …

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Oct 17, 2025 · Colchester, town and borough (district), administrative and historic county of Essex, England. It occupies the northeastern part of the county on the River Colne. As …

Poised at the gateway to East Anglia with picturesque villages on its doorstep, and located only minutes away from the coast, the Colchester area is the perfect destination for a well-deserved …

It may be Britain’s oldest city, but Colchester never stands still in the face of time. Uncover more than 2,000 years of history, from the Romans through to the Victorians. Step into the past at …

The City of Colchester is a local government district with city status in Essex, England, named after its main settlement, Colchester.

Colchester and its surrounding areas offer a wide variety of things to do, places to see, and fantastic attractions to explore. From family activities to date ideas, you'll find plenty to keep …

It served as the first capital of the United Kingdom and is the oldest recorded town in Britain. It was raided by the Vikings during the 9th and 10th centuries. It also served as an essential …

Whilst Colchester is perhaps best known as a Roman city, its history stretches back well beyond that with an ancient Iron Age settlement that was established long before the Romans arrived …

The Romans called Colchester Camulodunum (written "CAMVLODVNVM") and made it the capital of Roman Britain. Colchester was attacked and burnt by Boudicca in 61 AD.