Colchester City Council drives improvements at King Edward Quay to secure a vibrant, sustainable future 1 December 2025 King Edward Quay is a much-loved part of Colchester’s waterfront, and the council recognises its importance to residents, visitors, and the boating community
Phase 2 of Fieldgate Quay restoration begins 19 November 2025 Fieldgate Quay restoration project at The Hythe.
Fly-tipping campaign launched after 1.65 tonnes cleared from A12 18 November 2025 Colchester City Council cleared 1.65 tonnes of waste from the A12 over three nights, beginning 27 October.
New wayfinding artwork encourages walking from Colchester rail station to hospital 25 September 2025 New wayfinding is now in place to encourage people to walk between Colchester Rail Station and Colchester General Hospital
Colchester residents encouraged to take action on air pollution 20 June 2025 We were proud to support UK's largest air pollution campaign to raise awareness about air pollution
Progress at the Hythe as new flood valve installed and £450k secured for next phase of works 19 May 2025 The Hythe Taskforce has made some important progress in its work to improve flood resilience in the Hythe area
Third electric car hire location added in Colchester for pay-as-you-go travel 9 May 2025 This expansion aligns with Colchester City Council’s broader environmental initiatives, promoting cleaner air and sustainable transport choices
Greater Anglia provides £20k grant for new secure cycle storage lockers at Colchester Town station 8 April 2025 The new storage lockers provide a safer and more convenient option for rail users who cycle to the station
Council launches ‘try before you buy’ scheme for e-bikes and e-cargo bikes 28 March 2025 The scheme offers a straightforward way for people to explore whether an electric bike could meet their needs
Colchester City Council responds to petition on possible closure of local Airsoft site 27 March 2025 The site is located in woodland south of the Roman River valley Site of Special Scientific Interest
