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The new Mayor's theme for his year in office, 'Growing Well – Helping Colchester Flourish', focuses on the importance of nature, wellbeing and community

This immersive, hands-on experience marks the first in a new series of four monthly workshops, each offering a different focus and a fresh way to engage with themes of folklore, belief, and material culture

Councillor Andrew Ellis will be sworn in as Colchester’s new Mayor, taking on a role that represents the city’s pride, history and community spirit

This Sunday, Colchester will once again come together to mark St George’s Day, with a civic celebration at the heart of the city that’s open, welcoming and rooted in community.

The Mayor and Mayoress of Colchester will raise the Commonwealth Flag during a ceremony at Colchester Town Hall to mark this year's Commonwealth Day

“We stand with all those affected by the terrible events in Australia, at Bondi Beach."

“Our thoughts are with the Jewish community in Manchester and across the UK following yesterday’s horrific attack"

Colchester’s spirit of compassion and togetherness shone brightly at the recent Compassionate Champions event, held on 11 September at the Town Hall.

The Mayor and Mayoress of Colchester invite residents to join them for a special flag-raising ceremony at the Town Hall

The Oyster Feast is one of Colchester’s most historic and celebrated civic traditions