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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 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…
Colchester News February 12, 2024
Tesco’s Kids Eat Free offer to return to cafes at half term
Tesco will offer kids meals for free at all of its supermarket cafes during February half term to help families save money. Gazette | What’s On | News…
Colchester News January 25, 2024
Last chance for early bird tickets for Charter Hall’s Elf The Musical
Musical-loving fans are being reminded there’s just one week left to secure early bird tickets for Elf The Musical. Gazette | What’s On | News…
Colchester News January 8, 2024
Plans for Slim Chickens at Colchester Northern Gateway revealed
A popular chicken chain which launched in America and expanded all the way to the UK is opening in Colchester. Gazette | What’s On | News…
Colchester News December 21, 2023
Terrifically Terrifying Tales returns to Colchester
THEATRE lovers will be able to enjoy a spooky seasonal experience later this month. Gazette | What’s On | News…
Colchester News December 2, 2023
In pictures: Colchester Mercury Theatre’s Sleeping Beauty Panto
The magical world of Sleeping Beauty is brought to life in this spectacular, fun-filled, family pantomime, led by Mercury’s award winning duo Dale Superville and ‘the best Dame in the country’ (British Theatre) Antony Stuart-Hicks. Gazette | What’s On | News…
Colchester News November 16, 2023
Win up to £5000 in our biggest Bingo game yet
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Colchester News October 29, 2023
A radiant rainbow saves the country of Luxembourg!
The country of Luxembourg was doomed upon when it was forecasted that it was to rain the entire week, until a rainbow had appeared, and saved everyone from their misery. Gazette | What’s On | News…
Colchester News October 12, 2023
Meet the popular artist spreading positive messages to Essex schools
A popular English indie pop artist is set to be touring all over Essex and has recently visited a Colchester secondary school. Gazette | What’s On | News…
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Essex Live – Colchester
- Man denies all charges of sexual assault and 'inappropriate acts' in Eppingby newsdesk@essexlive.news (Matt Lee) on July 11, 2025 at 7:09 am
He denied all the offences when appearing in court on Thursday (July 10)
- 'Out of control' fire rips through resident's gardens in Essexby newsdesk@essexlive.news (Jodie Bradley) on July 10, 2025 at 7:22 am
Essex's firefighters have issued safety advice surrounding bonfires after the incident
- Colchester Zoo orangutan habitat reopens after being destroyed by huge stormby newsdesk@essexlive.news (Jodie Bradley) on July 9, 2025 at 7:00 pm
It has officially reopened to the public once more!
- Essex bridge partially closed for a month for essential repairsby newsdesk@essexlive.news (Jodie Bradley) on July 9, 2025 at 4:00 pm
It will close temporarily on July 21
- Essex MPs 'disappointed' by 'disgusting' decision to scrap A12 widening upgradeby newsdesk@essexlive.news (Jodie Bradley) on July 9, 2025 at 12:00 pm
The news that the 'worst road in England' will not be improved was announced yesterday
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- Macron is right – Brexit is to blame for Britain’s immigration crisisby David Maddox on July 11, 2025 at 10:58 am
The French president did not hold back on how Brexit had created the small boats crisis - the reverse of the promises made by Farage and other Brexiteers, notes David Maddox
- Sabalenka takes swipe at Anisimova after Wimbledon defeatby Andy Sims on July 11, 2025 at 10:57 am
- ‘No escape from despair’: How The Independent reported the Srebrenica massacreby Daniel Keane and Rachel Clun on July 11, 2025 at 10:57 am
Today marks 30 years since Bosnian Serb forces systematically murdered more than 8,000 Bosnian Muslims
- Transfer news live: Gyokeres to Arsenal update, Liverpool face Diaz bid, Spurs trigger Gibbs-White release clauseby Miguel Delaney and Lawrence Ostlere on July 11, 2025 at 10:56 am
Arsenal have hit a stumbling block in their hope of a Viktor Gyokeres deal as Brentford set their price for Bryan Mbeumo
- Best power tool deals to shop in the Amazon Prime Day sale 2025by Lois Borny on July 11, 2025 at 10:56 am
From drills to lawnmowers, now’s the time to save on all your DIY essentials
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