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The refurbishment follows a public consultation in which residents were invited to choose from five shortlisted designs for the new play area

High Woods Country Park is one of Colchester's most treasured green spaces, and this trail offers residents and visitors a wonderful new reason to explore it

Families in Stanway can look forward to an exciting new play area at Wheatfield Road, with work set to begin later this month on a major refurbishment designed to create a more modern and engaging space for local children.

High Woods Country Park, one of Colchester’s most important natural spaces, was also named among the East of England’s Green Flag Award winners for 2026, alongside Castle Park

The site is recognised as an important green space close to the city, and the council is clear that its future must be properly protected

The nomination recognises an innovative and collaborative project that demonstrates how thoughtful planting design can create beautiful, resilient landscapes that benefit both people and wildlife

Colchester residents enjoyed a unique behind-the-scenes look at the bi-annual Crematorium Open Day held in May

The council is currently exploring the potential sale of part of the Cymbeline Farm holding as part of its ongoing management of council-owned assets

Castle Park’s new playground was officially opened this morning at a special ceremony led by the Mayor and Mayoress of Colchester, alongside local schoolchildren who were involved in the project.

Colchester’s brand-new Castle Park playground has opened, just in time for the Easter bank holiday weekend.