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 July 2, 2024
Tubi set to launch free service in UK to challenge Netflix
The free streaming service Tubi is set to launch in the UK as a challenge to Netflix, with it being owned by Rupert Murdoch’s Fox Corporation Gazette | What’s On | News…
Colchester News June 15, 2024
Here’s when Red Arrows fly over Colchester for King’s birthday
The RAF Red Arrows and Battle of Britain Memorial Flight aircraft will soar over parts of Essex on June 15 to celebrate the King’s birthday. Gazette | What’s On | News…
Colchester News May 30, 2024
Suffolk Farming School OF the Year 2024
Pupils from Stoke-By-Nayland CofE Primary School have today become the Suffolk farming school of the year for the second time around. The children submitted a display showing their understanding of…
Colchester News May 28, 2024
Competition: Women in Rock at The Princes Theatre Clacton
We have joined together with The Princes Theatre to offer 5 very lucky readers the opportunity to win a pair of tickets to see this brilliant show on Friday 31st May at 7.30 pm. Gazette | What’s On | News…
Colchester News May 11, 2024
Nine new food hygiene ratings dished out across Colchester
The reviews are conducted by the Food Standards Agency, which inspects local businesses selling food. Gazette | What’s On | News…
Colchester News April 22, 2024
Colchester Headgate Theatre is looking for new trustees
A performing arts centre in Colchester is looking for new board members. Gazette | What’s On | News…
Colchester News April 5, 2024
Led Zeppelin tribute band to play at Harlow Playhouse
A TRIBUTE band paying homage to one of the biggest rock bands of all time is making its way down to Harlow. Gazette | What’s On | News…
Colchester News March 28, 2024
Wax Spiritual, Colchester’s Chic Destination for Modern Spirituality Seekers
In the heart of Colchester, amidst the hustle and bustle of trendy cafes and boutique shops, there’s a hidden gem captivating the spiritually curious. Enter Wax Spiritual, affectionately known as…
Colchester News March 17, 2024
The Meffs to perform alongside Alice Cooper, Primal Scream
The Meffs will be accompanying legends of metal and rock, Alice Cooper, Primal Scream and Glen Matlock from the Sex Pistols Gazette | What’s On | News…
Colchester News March 1, 2024
3 Essex restaurants named among top 100 in UK for brunch
Brentwood, Leigh-on-Sea and Chelmsford had venues included on the Top 100 brunch and Sunday lunch restaurants from Open Table Gazette | What’s On | News…
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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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