Colchester News and Events
Planning your Colchester trip? Whether you’re looking for things to do in Colchester such as events and attractions, to make your Colchester visit run smoothly or are planning where to stay in Colchester, you’ll find everything you need for your Colchester holiday on Whats On in Colchester.com. Our What’s On Colchester guide has the latest events not to miss while you visit Colchester – there’s always something going on, so don’t miss out on the latest exhibitions, shows and more on your trip to Colchester by checking out our News and Events Calendar page.
See what's On in Colchester. The events calendar is always packed with arts festivals, live music, exhibitions, blockbuster theatre shows, sport and activities for family and kids.
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Colchester News June 3, 2025
Mayor of Essex town bids farewell to art project raising awareness for climate crisis
Wivenhoe’s mayor pays farewell to travelling artwork about climate crisis. Gazette | What’s On | News…
Colchester News May 17, 2025
Poet and novelist Sir Ben Okri to launch 2025 Essex Book Festival
The former Essex University student and honorary graduate will discuss his latest book. Gazette | What’s On | News…
Colchester News April 29, 2025
Famous comedian reveals cancer diagnosis, cancels tour dates, and postpones Essex gig
He has performed on Mock The Week, Live At The Apollo, Lee Mack’s All Star Cast and Michael McIntyre’s Comedy Roadshow. Gazette | What’s On | News…
Colchester News April 11, 2025
Olly Murs ‘honoured’ by new mural ahead of show at Chelmsford City Racecourse
Pop sensation Olly Murs has revealed an “incredible” new work of art ahead of his performance at the biggest ever show in Essex. Gazette | What’s On | News…
Colchester News March 25, 2025
Get Ready for the Weekend: Win a £100 Odeon Cinema Voucher
Get ready for the weekend and enter our competition to win a £100 Odeon gift card and enjoy the latest blockbuster movies. Gazette | What’s On | News…
Colchester News March 7, 2025
UK’s Eurovision Song Contest artist for 2025 revealed – who is it? See song
UK’s Eurovision Song Contest artist for 2025, Remember Monday, has been announced today (March 7) on Scott Mills’ BBC Radio 2 Breakfast Show. Gazette | What’s On | News…
Colchester News February 17, 2025
Who left Dancing On Ice this week? See the celebrity who was eliminated
EastEnders star Charlie Brooks was eliminated from Dancing On Ice this week after facing the dance-off against Anton Ferdinand. Gazette | What’s On | News…
Colchester News January 31, 2025
Ballerinas to perform fairytale story at Colchester venue
A BALLET company will be coming to Colchester next month and putting on a quirky story loosely based on two fairytale stories. Gazette | What’s On | News…
Colchester News January 13, 2025
It’s time for the weekly shop: How to win a £100 Sainsbury’s shopping voucher
Are your cupboards looking a little bare after the festive season? Gazette | What’s On | News…
Colchester News January 10, 2025
Milksha and Yakult Unite to Launch Two New Limited-Edition Drinks
Milksha, the globally renowned Taiwanese bubble tea brand, has partnered with Yakult once again to launch a limited collection of drinks, blending Milksha’s bubble tea flair with Yakult’s iconic flavour….
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Essex Live – Colchester
- Essex neighbourhoods where you're 'most likely to be mugged threatened or robbed'by newsdesk@essexlive.news (Laura Fidler) on June 14, 2025 at 7:00 am
Find out the areas near you with our interactive map
- The breath-taking 24-mile summer walk that takes you through Roman ruins to one of Essex's best pubsby newsdesk@essexlive.news (Mel King) on June 14, 2025 at 5:00 am
The pub was even built on 2000-year-old Roman baths too
- Exact Red Arrows flypast times and route over Essex for King's birthdayby newsdesk@essexlive.news (Matt Lee) on June 13, 2025 at 12:00 pm
The iconic jets of the Red Arrows will soar over Essex this weekend
- Thunderstorm warning upgraded to Amber and 'potential risk to life'by newsdesk@essexlive.news (Jodie Bradley) on June 13, 2025 at 11:12 am
Severe weather could lead to flooding tonight
- Hour-by-hour weather forecast as storms set to hit Essex during mini heatwaveby newsdesk@essexlive.news (Jodie Bradley) on June 13, 2025 at 9:25 am
We have a mix of strong sun and thunder and lightning today!
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- Glastonbury festival-goers warned over surge in highly infectious measles casesby Holly Bancroft on June 14, 2025 at 12:49 pm
Health agency warns festivals are ‘perfect place’ for measles to spread
- Kate and Charlotte share sweet mother-daughter moment in matching blue at Trooping the Colourby Holly Patrick on June 14, 2025 at 12:49 pm
The Princess of Wales and Princess Charlotte shared a sweet moment during Trooping the Colour in London on Saturday, 14 June, to mark the King's official birthday.
- Israel-Iran latest: Iran threatens to strike UK, US and France military bases if they defend Israelby Bel Trew and Athena Stavrou on June 14, 2025 at 12:47 pm
60 people, including 20 children, killed in Israeli attack on housing complex in Tehran, Iran’s state media reports
- Photos show the British royals at the Trooping the Colour paradeby Via AP news wire on June 14, 2025 at 12:43 pm
Members of the British royal family have attended the Trooping the Colour, the king’s annual birthday parade and one of the nation’s most impressive and iconic annual events.
- FIA suspends race steward from Canadian Grand Prix after media comments surfaceby Lawrence Ostlere on June 14, 2025 at 12:40 pm
Derek Warwick accepted that his comments were ‘ill-advised’
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