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Reeking Romans: A Sensory Family Tour

Colchester Castle Colchester Castle

Guided tours start at 11 AM, lasting 40 minutes, available from 17-21 February.Step back in time to Roman Colchester with our Roman Family Tour—now with a twist! This immersive experience [...]

Visit the Armoury

Colchester Castle Colchester Castle

Drop-in sessions are available from 2:00 PM to 4:30 PM every weekday from 17-21 February.Step into the past, where a costumed character will guide you through a fascinating exploration of [...]

Michael McGoldrick, John McCusker & John Doyle

Church St, CO1 1NF Colchester, United Kingdom

Tickets £21.50 / £19.50 concessions.Doors open 7.30pm, starts 8pm.This gig is for a seated audience."The Wishing Tree is exceptional and has to be a front-runner for album of the year" [...]

Holiday Fun: February 2025 – Afro-moves

Lewis Gardens, Colchester, CO1 1, United Kingdom Lewis Gardens, Colchester, CO1 1, United Kingdom

Get making this February with a variety of free creative activities.Most suitable for those aged 4 – 11 yrs, but all ages welcome.Drop-in anytime between 10am – 2:30pm to take [...]

Create a Creature: Craft Session

Hollytrees Museum Hollytrees Museum

Join us for drop-in sessions from 10:30 AM to 12 PM and 2:30 PM to 4:30 PM as we dive into a world of creativity inspired by Margaret Cavendish and [...]

Holiday Fun: February 2025 – Drumming

Lewis Gardens, Colchester, CO1 1, United Kingdom Lewis Gardens, Colchester, CO1 1, United Kingdom

Children can participate in this fun and relaxed session this February with Drumming at Firstsite Holiday Fun in Colchester!Most suitable for 4 – 11 years, but all ages welcome. Caregivers [...]

Holiday Fun: February 2025 – Canteen

Lewis Gardens, Colchester, CO1 1, United Kingdom Lewis Gardens, Colchester, CO1 1, United Kingdom

Enjoy freshly made hot meals for all the family at Firstsite’s canteen in Colchester town centre.Meals are available for children and their caregivers, we ask that caregivers stay on site [...]

Holiday Fun: February 2025 – Breakdancing

Lewis Gardens, CO1 1JH Colchester, United Kingdom

Children can show off their best moves this February with Breakdance at Firstsite Holiday Fun in Colchester!This session is a session for children who have had variable experience breakdancing. Most [...]

Drink & Draw: February 2025

The Odd One Out 28 Mersea Road, Colchester, GB

An evening of drinking & drawing in the pub.Bring a sketchbook, pen, and money for beers.See you there.

Relaxed Opening

Colchester Castle Colchester Castle

These sessions are suitable for visitors with ASD, providing an opportunity for them to explore the museum at a quieter time. We aim to minimise sensory stimulation in the galleries [...]

Diesel Days 2025

East Anglian Railway Museum Chappel & Wakes Colne Station Station Rd, Colchester, GB

Our popular Diesel Days return for 2025!We hold regular diesel days throughout the year, a firm family favourite where you can takea ride on a train hauled by one of [...]

Holiday Fun: February 2025 – Circus

Lewis Gardens, Colchester, CO1 1, United Kingdom Lewis Gardens, Colchester, CO1 1, United Kingdom

Step right up, step right up, for this Holiday Fun session to learn some circus skills with Beef Wright! There’ll be spinning plates, flower sticks, juggling, Diabolo and more! Parents [...]