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Colchester

Essex, United Kingdom

Colchester, Britain's oldest recorded town, combines Roman heritage with modern amenities.

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Britain's oldest recorded town
Colchester Castle
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29 local events in Colchester

Thomas Green: Brainstorm — Art & Culture in Colchester
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Thomas Green: Brainstorm

16 April 2027

Get ready for a sharp, surprising night of Art & Culture as Thomas Green brings Brainstorm to Colchester Town Hall in Colchester on Friday 16 April 2027. If you love clever ideas, quick laughs and a show that keeps you thinking, this is one to book early. Expect an energetic live performance packed with witty observations, fresh stories and the kind of punchlines that land because they’re rooted in real life. Thomas Green’s Brainstorm blends intelligent humour with a playful edge, making it ideal for fans of modern stand-up and contemporary culture. It’s an over-16s event, so you can settle in for an evening geared to a grown-up crowd. Please note there’s a maximum of 6 tickets per person and per household; any tickets over this limit will be cancelled. Colchester Town Hall is a landmark venue in the heart of Essex, well placed for town-centre parking, local buses and easy access from Colchester’s main routes—perfect for a great night out in Colchester.

Colchester
Art & Culture
Phil Wang: UH OH — Art & Culture in Colchester
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Phil Wang: UH OH

20 February 2027

Get ready for a night of razor-sharp stand-up as Phil Wang brings UH OH to Charter Hall in Colchester. If you love clever comedy, big laughs and a live atmosphere, this is one Essex date you’ll want in your diary. Doors open at 18:30 for a 19:30 start, with Phil’s trademark mix of deadpan delivery, surprising storytelling and brilliantly observed takes on modern life. Expect a polished theatre show with plenty of punchlines, plus the buzz that comes with seeing one of the UK’s most popular comedians in a live setting. Please note this show is for ages 14+ only and may contain strong language. Ticket limits apply (maximum 6 per person and per household; any extras will be cancelled), so book accordingly. Charter Hall is a well-known Colchester venue, easy to reach from across Essex and ideal for a big night out in town. Make an evening of it and enjoy everything central Colchester has to offer before the show.

Colchester
Art & Culture
Sonic Ritual Events Halloween Ritual — Nightlife & Clubbing in Colchester
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Sonic Ritual Events Halloween Ritual

24 October 2026

Get ready for a night that’s equal parts rave and rite as Sonic Ritual Events Halloween Ritual takes over Truth in Colchester on Saturday 24 October 2026. If you love big bass, fast beats and a crowd that comes for the music, this is your Halloween weekend plan. Expect mind-bending hard house built for peak-time club energy, with Sonic Ritual Events bringing the sound and atmosphere to keep the dancefloor moving deep into the night. Think driving kicks, hands-in-the-air drops and a set list designed to build pressure from the first mix to the final reload. Dress up if you like and lean into the Halloween vibe—whether you go full costume or keep it subtle, you’ll fit right in. Arrive early to catch the warm-up and settle in before the room hits full intensity. Truth is one of Colchester’s best-known nightlife venues, right in the heart of town and easy to reach from across Essex. Plan your travel home in advance and enjoy the night responsibly.

Colchester
Nightlife & Clubbing
Girls Just Wanna Have Fun - Colchester — Nightlife & Clubbing in Colchester
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Girls Just Wanna Have Fun - Colchester

5 September 2026

Round up your besties and get ready for a big night out at Three Wise Monkeys Colchester, as Girls Just Wanna Have Fun lands in Colchester on Saturday 5 September 2026. Expect pure girl-power nostalgia, hands-in-the-air choruses, and a dancefloor that doesn’t quit. This is a feel-good disco built around iconic sing-along anthems, from pop classics to guilty pleasures you’ll be shouting word-for-word. DJs keep the energy high all night with crowd-pleasers and throwbacks, plus plenty of moments made for group selfies and birthday-style celebrations. Head to the bar for cocktails and party-perfect drinks, then hit the floor for a soundtrack designed for dancing, laughing, and letting loose. Whether you’re planning a girls’ night, hen do warm-up, or just need a fun weekend boost, you’ll fit right in. Three Wise Monkeys is right in the heart of Colchester, making it easy to reach from across Essex with nearby transport links and local parking options.

Colchester
Nightlife & Clubbing
EXTC 'This is Pop' — Live Music in Colchester
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EXTC 'This is Pop'

21 May 2027

Catch a huge night of live music in Colchester as EXTC bring ‘This is Pop’ to Colchester Arts Centre on Friday 21 May 2027 (7pm). If you love razor-sharp hooks, new wave energy and classic British pop-rock, this is one gig you’ll want in your diary. Led by XTC’s legendary drummer Terry Chambers, EXTC delivers the punch, precision and playful spirit that made XTC such an enduring influence. Expect a high-energy set packed with fan favourites and deep cuts, performed by a tight, road-tested band named and approved by XTC frontman Andy Partridge. Whether you grew up with the records or you’re discovering the songs for the first time, you’ll get a proper live experience—big rhythms, bright guitar lines, and choruses that stick. Arrive early to soak up the atmosphere and secure a great spot. Colchester Arts Centre is a much-loved Essex venue set in the town centre, easy to reach by local buses and a short trip from Colchester stations and nearby parking.

Colchester
Live Music
EXTC 'This Is Pop' — Music in Colchester
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EXTC 'This Is Pop'

21 May 2027

Get ready for a nostalgia-charged night as EXTC bring ‘This Is Pop’ to Colchester Arts Centre in Colchester. If you love sharp songwriting, classic new wave energy and the sound that helped shape British pop, this is one date to lock in. Expect a full-throttle live show celebrating the music of XTC, delivered by the band’s legendary drummer Terry Chambers alongside a powerhouse line-up of musicians. Hear fan favourites and deep cuts brought to life with punchy rhythms, bright guitars and the kind of hooks that stay with you on the walk home. Whether you grew up with these records or you’re discovering them for the first time, you’ll find plenty to sing along to. Doors open from 18:00, so arrive early to soak up the atmosphere. Colchester Arts Centre is a much-loved Essex venue set in the heart of Colchester, with easy access from the town centre and local transport links—ideal for a night out in the city.

Colchester
Music

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10 marketplace in Colchester

Char-Broil BBQ & Gas Cylinder — Garden & Outdoor in Colchester
Marketplace

Char-Broil BBQ & Gas Cylinder

£150.00
Accepts Offers

Char-Broil bbq and gas cylinder, gas cylinder still has quite a bit of gas in. BBQ needs a slight clean and good as new

Colchester
Used - Like New
Garden & Outdoor
Tabby boy cat 24 months — Pets & Animals in Colchester
Marketplace

Tabby boy cat 24 months

£30.00
Accepts Offers

Beautiful tabby Boy cat hasn’t been done Very food oriented, will scratch if he’s hungry Possibly best for adult only home Rehomeing due to him going for my 4 year old. Microchipped Vaccinated...

Colchester
Used - Fair
Pets & Animals
Mini cooper convertible for sale (Low mileage) — Cars & Vehicles in Colchester
Marketplace

Mini cooper convertible for sale (Low mileage)

£5800.00
Accepts Offers

I'm selling my mini cooper convertible as no longer needed due to my son homeschooling now. My mini was to take my son to and from school and generally around town when needed hence the low mileage.It

Colchester
Used - Fair
Cars & Vehicles
Triumph spitfire 1500 in need of restoration — Cars & Vehicles in Colchester
Marketplace

Triumph spitfire 1500 in need of restoration

£3250.00
Accepts Offers

1976 triumph spitfire 1500. In need of restoration. Car was running comes with all repair panels new and used plus lot more spares new s/s exhaust, 2 gearboxes one having overdrive, new half floor whi

Colchester
Used - Fair
Cars & Vehicles
Black Faux Leather Click-Clack Sofa Bed with Cup Holders — Furniture & Homeware in Colchester
Marketplace

Black Faux Leather Click-Clack Sofa Bed with Cup Holders

£45.00
Accepts Offers

Black faux leather click-clack sofa bed with cup holders, approx. 180cm wide.Good used condition with no major damage, just normal signs of use.Can be used as a sofa or occasional sofa bed.Collection.

Colchester
Used - Fair
Furniture & Homeware
Sugar glider pair. Beautiful. 1 year 3 months — Pets & Animals in Colchester
Marketplace

Sugar glider pair. Beautiful. 1 year 3 months

£500.00
Accepts Offers

Beautiful sugar gliders. Will sell with everything you need to take care of them. Cage, food, LOTS of toys and pouches to sleep in. Friendly, love treats and sitting in the pouch whilst you stroke...

Colchester
Used - Fair
Pets & Animals

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About Colchester, Essex

Colchester holds the distinction of being Britain's oldest recorded town, with a history stretching back over two thousand years to its origins as Camulodunum, the first capital of Roman Britain. Today, the town is home to around 190,000 residents and remains one of the fastest-growing urban centres in the east of England. Colchester Castle, built on the foundations of the Roman Temple of Claudius, houses one of the region's finest museums. The presence of the University of Essex and Colchester Institute contributes a vibrant student population, while Firstsite gallery and the Mercury Theatre ensure a lively cultural scene.

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