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The new venue will showcase nine state-of-the-art screens plus a host of exciting features which will ensure Colchester film fans can enjoy the best big screen experience

Colchester Museums is delighted to offer a unique and playful new ticket offer at its popular Discover: Museum Wonders exhibition at Hollytrees Museum this June

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

Every household in the city will receive a new collection calendar from 1 June, and for many people, collection days and weeks will change

The new homes contribute to the council’s wider programme to increase the supply of affordable housing for local people

Discover the new range at our Membership Open Day on Monday 25 May and try activities for FREE!

Across Colchester Castle, Hollytrees Museum and the Natural History Museum, visitors can enjoy a packed programme of creative activities, hands‑on history and playful learning for all ages

Held at Colchester Town Hall, the Mayor’s Awards recognise individuals and organisations whose actions have a direct and lasting impact on daily life across the city

Rapids, flumes and splash zones deliver family fun all week long

The funding will support improvements that reduce environmental impact, improve sustainability and help secure the gallery’s long‑term future as a key cultural and community asset in the city centre