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Buzz Bingo

Entertainment & Leisure

Large chain bingo centre in Colchester with electronic gaming and slot machines, plus regular live entertainme…

JD Sports

Shopping

JD Sports has long been established as the leading UK retailer of fashionable and own-brand sportswear. The fi…

Colchester Library & Community Hub

See & Do

Public Library and Information Services

Sophie McCartney: One Foot in the Rave

Charter Hall

Sophie McCartney: One Foot in the Rave After last year’s phenomenal 70 date international tour, award-winning …

26 Apr / 2025 - 26 Apr / 2025

Iceland Foods

Shopping

Supermarket chain supplying frozen packaged foods, often discounted, plus some dry groceries.

Just Essentials

Shopping

We sell make-up, fragrance, hair and beauty accessories and hair extensions. We also do ear and nose piercings…

Snappy Snaps

Shopping

Providing: photo and digital specialists, I.D and passport photos, canvas prints and photo gifts, prints from …

Student Discount at Bills

at Bill's

Students can enjoy 20% off at Bills Colchester between Sunday — Friday. Bills have a wide range of delicious d…

04 Apr / 2025 - 04 Apr / 2025

Tymperleys

Eat & Drink

Tearoom and restaurant providing brunch, lunch and afternoon tea. Our venue can hold parties and events, weddi…

Chris McCausland – YONKS!

Charter Hall

Chris McCausland: Yonks! You might have seen him on Strictly Come Dancing, Would I Lie to You, Have I Got News…

18 Oct / 2025 - 18 Oct / 2025

Colchester Children's Counselling

Professional Services

“Welcome, my name is Amanda and I am a child and adolescent psychodynamic counsellor. Sometimes our capacity …

Santander

Professional Services

Santander UK plc is one of the UK’s leading personal financial services companies and one of the largest provi…

Exploring Colchester with walking guides from Visit Colchester

25 Mar

The 1^st of April marks National Walking Day, and was better way to celebrate than to explore Colchesters’ sigh…

Student Discount at Schuh

at Schuh

Being a student is about learning, but Schuh know it’s all about the student discounts too. At Schuh, student…

04 Apr / 2025 - 04 Apr / 2025

Wimpy

Eat & Drink

Wimpy is one of the best-known names on the casual dining scene, feeding the nation since 1954. Renowned for i…

The Co-operative Bank

Professional Services

The Co-Operative Bank is based at the top of Colchester High Street. Placed inside one of Colchester’s oldest …

MJ: The Legacy - Starring CJ

Charter Hall

The look, the voice, the moves and all the hits! MJ THE LEGACY is an exceptionally authentic world class Tribu…

17 Nov / 2024 - 17 Nov / 2024

Nationwide Building Society

Professional Services

Whether you bank with us, save with us or buy a home with us, we always have our members’ best interests at he…

Things to do in Colchester

Colchester Gnome Trail

06 Jul

The Colchester Gnome Trail is now live! Explore Colchester City Centre to find all 30 gnomes dotted around in …

Wildflower

Shopping

I have always adopted my own unique style and want to inspire other women to do the same. I have sourced the m…

One Colchester Community Hub

See & Do

The One Colchester Community Hub, located at 4 – 6 Long Wyre St, CO1 1LH, is open for assistance and guidance, a…

X Bar

Entertainment & Leisure

Night club & Bar

Ace Comics

Gray Dawes Group

Professional Services

We are not a traditional high street travel agent, we are a travel management company that goes way beyond sim…

W H Smith

Shopping

Welcome to WHSmith. Here you can find stationery, books, eReaders, toys and games and many more products. We a…

Cards Direct

Shopping

Cards Direct is a fresh face in card and gift retailing.We are an independent retailer in the UK specialising …

Colchester Boutique Hotel

Eat & Drink

Colchester Boutique Hotel is a beautiful Georgian building on Colchester’s historic North Hill. Walking throug…

Student Discount at Hotel Chocolat

at Hotel Chocolat

Redeem a 10% student discount with Student Beans. Use the Hotel Chocolat student discount code at the checkout…

04 Apr / 2025 - 04 Apr / 2025

Exwhyzed

Professional Services

Ex Why Zed consists of a team of creatives who transform your ideas into print. We offer excellent creative pr…

The Passage House

Eat & Drink

The Passage House is a relaxing, comfortable, coffee house to visit as you travel through your day. We are op…

Shoe Zone (Retail Park)

Shopping

Shoes including brands such as skechers, Earth Spirit, Heavenly feet, Rieker and Hush, Puppies and a range of …

Boots Pharmacy

Professional Services

Pharmacy led Health and Beauty retailer

Red Lion Books

Shopping

Proudly independent since 1978, when the Donaldsons first ‘set up shop’. Red Lion Books sits in the heart of C…

Saffron Mortgage Finders

Professional Services

At Saffron Mortgage Finders our clients are at the heart of everything we do. We pride ourselves on providing …

A Story From Preto

20 Dec

Preto are happy to announce their partnership with Tilda Foodservice and charity Mary’s Meals.

Colchester Chinese Association

Professional Services

CCA is a non-profit making organization. It is mainly funded by donations. Run by volunteers, it is set up to …

The Green Room

Harvey and Thompson

Professional Services

H&T Pawnbrokers began serving communities in London in 1897. Since then we have expanded to become one of …

Abellio East Anglia

Professional Services

To find out more information on Abellio East Anglia please visit their website.

Playhouse (Wetherspoons)

Eat & Drink

Pub/Restaurant. This building was originally the Playhouse theatre which had opened in 1929, yet, in the early…

Waterstones

Shopping

As the last surviving national bookshop chain, under the helmsmanship of Managing Director James Daunt, we are…

Abigails Collection & Grooms Room

Shopping

We’re located in Colchester High Street in a lovely Georgian Property close by the Castle and Castle Park Gard…

Hair Pimps

Professional Services

Hair Pimps is a family-run salon that has tailored, highly trained Stylists and Beauticians to cater for all y…

Vegan Restaurant Guide

01 Jan

Where to eat vegan in Colchester. Our top pick of vegan restaurants and cafes in the City centre.

Belle Love

Shopping

From summer silks, linens, and cotton to winter cashmere and wool, Belle Love looks to bring a slice of la dol…

Ann Summers

Shopping

Ann Summers needs no introduction. This boudoir-style store offers luxurious lingerie for the adventurous cust…

Living in Colchester

02 Sept

Have you ever taken the time to just stop and look around to see what is surrounding you; it would probably be…

Pavilion Lounge and Restaurant

Eat & Drink

Enjoy a Pan-Pacific inspired menu in the heart of Colchester town centre. Designed around the geographic and c…

Beresford

Professional Services

Our Colchester office is presently our furthest branch north and covers up to the Suffolk borders. It has quic…

Brick Lane Bagel Co.

Eat & Drink

Inspired by the famous bakeries in London, Brick Lane Bagel Co. was founded by father and son Stuart and Ellio…

Coda

Entertainment & Leisure

Bar and live Entertainment Venue focusing on Local grassroots music, Jazz and Blues.

Victoria Yum

Eat & Drink

The bakery’s goal, as head baker and owner Kiersten Donohue puts it, “is to bake food that makes people feel s…

Dillys Florist

Independents

The only florist in the heart of Colchester. The place for bespoke flowers and gifts. Dillys has been creating…

Prezzo

Eat & Drink

Italian restaurant retaining much of its original charm, featuring authentic exposed beams and has the added a…

Costa

Eat & Drink

Counter-service coffee chain offering hot drinks, iced coolers, sweet snacks and sandwiches.

Regis

Professional Services

Regis Salons take the best styles from the world of fashion and reproduce them on the British high street, in …

Getting here

Vision Express

Professional Services

Vision Express is the third largest optical retailer in the UK and part of GrandVision, the global optical ret…

Yates

Eat & Drink

Bar, restaurant and nightclub with an outside seating area. Fantastic cocktail masterclasses for any occasion.…

Trail Maps

Cirque De Celine

Charter Hall

CIRQUE DE CELINE Step right up and prepare to be mesmerised by the spectacular world of Cirque De Celine! Imm…

02 Feb / 2025 - 02 Feb / 2025

Chicago Coffee and Sandwich Shop

Eat & Drink

A range of freshly baked warm goods, from pizza slices to sandwiches, and hot/cold drinks to pair for an amazi…

Rob Lamberti presents Perfectly George

Charter Hall

Rob Lamberti presents Perfectly George Featuring the incredible voice of Rob Lamberti, this show has wowed aud…

07 Mar / 2025 - 07 Mar / 2025

Amplifon

Professional Services

Hearing specialists who offer free hearing test and trails of private hearing aids. Visit us in our Colchester…

2022 Christmas Window Competition Winner!

31 Dec

The 2022 Christmas window competition winner has been announced — as voted for by you!

Claydons

Eat & Drink

Following a refurbishment in 2023, Claydon’s has all that you need from fresh pastries and coffees through to …

Twisters Bar

Eat & Drink

Twisters Bar has been the home of great music in Colchester since 1998, fusing cool indie, rock, electro, punk…

Queen Street Dental Care

Professional Services

Dental practice, NSH and private private. We also provide implants and invisalign, botox and fillers.

Pirates and Princesses

Shopping

We are a small friendly traditional curiosity shop situated in a gorgeous 500 year old building with its own r…

St Helena Shop Vintage Shop (Sir Isaac's)

Shopping

An Aladdin’s cave of delights offering something for everyone to assist locals dealing with incurable illnesse…

Walkabout

Eat & Drink

Australian bar, restaurant and nightclub situated on Head Street. Specialising in sports viewing experiences f…

Colchester Library

Escape At The Castle

Colchester Castle

Colchester Castle are once again offering their sell out Escape Experiences. Head to the Castle after hours wi…

04 Apr / 2025 - 30 Nov / 2024

Colchester High Street Festive Market

Christmas in Colchester

Colchester Christmas Market returns to the high street on 8^th December

08 Dec / 2024 - 08 Dec / 2024

Live Music

Join us for an unforgettable Saturday at Lion Walk Courtyard, featuring live music and non-stop entertainment…

30 Nov / 2024 - 30 Nov / 2024

Firstsite

Student Discount at DGSL

at DGSL

DGSL just announced an exclusive 10% discount for students on all trainer cleans. So, if your trainers have be…

04 Apr / 2025 - 04 Apr / 2025

Crouch Street

The Olivia Rodrigo Experience

Charter Hall

After exploding onto the music scene in 2021, Olivia Rodrigo has produced a catalogue of anthems especially fo…

23 Feb / 2025 - 23 Feb / 2025

Baccus

Shopping

Come & discover our store in Colchester, Essex. One of East Anglia’s leading fashion boutiques offering th…

The Perfume Shop

Shopping

Luxury and budget friendly fragrances from the perfume experts

The Robin Cancer Trust

See & Do

We are the UK’s germ cell cancer community Our mission is to stop young adults dying from germ cell cancer — w…

The last Late Night Shopping

Lion Walk Shopping Centre

Running out of time for holiday shopping? No worries! Lion Walk’s Last Christmas Shopping event has you covere…

18 Dec / 2024 - 04 Apr / 2025

Crouch Street News

Eat & Drink

News Agents based on Crouch Street. Fine wines, sprits, beers, craft beers.

Monday Supper Club

at Bill's

Beat those Monday blues without breaking the bank. Join our NEW Monday Supper Club. Enjoy any 2 courses for £2…

01 Oct / 2024 - 18 Nov / 2024

IGL Boutiques

Shopping

In 2022 – IGL Boutiques was opened in Red Lion Yard, Colchester.IGL Boutiques is not just about fashion but mo…

Turtle Bay

Eat & Drink

Restaurant and bar with Caribbean theme. Feeling like you need some sunshine when the weather outside is looki…

Looking for things to do in Colchester?

03 Mar

The Visit Colchester Information Centre is based in Hollytrees Museum in Colchester’s Castle Park. It’s the fi…

Clintons

Shopping

Cards, stationary and gifting. Clintons believes in enhancing relationships through the expression of personal…

Franklins

Shopping

Retail shop: sewing machine sales and service, fabric, knitting, haberdashery and industrial sewing machines. …

Colchester Cycle Store

Shopping

Sales, service and repairs of cycles and accessories. 44 years of services to the cycling public.

Claires

Shopping

Accessories for every occasion and all ages. Ear piercing and nose piercings available in store.

Summer Food & Drink Guide

11 Jul

As part of the Colchester Garden Festival 2023, we’ve compiled a list of places to eat & drink in Colchester t…

Alternative date idea's for Valentines Day

27 Jan

Pride Month In Colchester!

25 May

June is Pride month in the UK, there are lots of great LGBTQIA+ Events happening around the City Centre for ev…

A Night to Remember: A Motown Show

Charter Hall

A Night to Remember – The Motown Show Takes you back in time to 1960’s Detroit. Be prepared for a high energy …

08 Mar / 2025 - 08 Mar / 2025

Mamma Mia Christmas!

Lion Walk Shopping Centre

Get ready to dance, jive, and have the time of your life at Lion Walk’s Mamma Mia! ABBA Sing-Along & Tribu…

06 Dec / 2024 - 04 Apr / 2025

Kimchi House

Eat & Drink

Korean Restaurant selling delicious traditional food: street food, Korean bbq, noodles, dumplings, pancakes, b…

Hollytrees Museum

Tesco Express

Shopping

Convenience Store

Pubs and Restaurants in Colchester

04 Jun

Whether you’re making up for the lost nights out or catching up on the romantic date nights missed this year t…

Emmaus - High Street

Shopping

An eclectic mix of furniture, clothing and bric-à-brac to make your home unique, with a vintage vinyl area whe…

Feathers

Professional Services

In 2019 we celebrated 30 years of beautiful hairdressing in North Essex. We are very proud of this great achie…

Leisure World

Entertainment & Leisure

Located in the centre of Colchester, Essex and Suffolk have enjoyed our iconic flumes for generations. With wi…

Starlight Grotto

Colchester Castle

Colchester Castle’s enchanting grotto returns for 2024 with a special twist – Father Christmas’s Grotto by sta…

19 Dec / 2024 - 20 Dec / 2024

Dice and Slice

Eat & Drink

Café based in Colchester town centre with lots of board games to play while your enjoy a coffee or a slice of …

Five Guys

Eat & Drink

Five Guys Colchester serves burgers and fries how they are meant to be. High-quality Scottish beef, with more …

Mews Barbers

Professional Services

Mews Barbers, established 1935 is a traditional barbers in the heart of Colchester. First class gents haircutt…

The Purple Dog

Eat & Drink

We are one of Colchester’s oldest pubs situated in the middle of Colchester town centre. Serving award winning…

Signals

Entertainment & Leisure

Signals is a centre for creative digital learning. We specialise in film education, digital art and use media …

Sands and Son

Shopping

Leather goods and travel bags.

Arts Venue of the Year

ChinaTown

See & Do

Passion driven on delivering some of the best Chinese food through great flavours and high-quality produce to …

China Chef

Eat & Drink

China Chef is located in Crouch Street, Colchester boasting an extensive à la carte chinese menu. A firm favou…

Simple Beauty

Professional Services

Simple Beauty is a beautiful beauty salon located on Short Wyre Street, Colchester. Simply Beauty offer a coll…

Tina: What's Love Got To Do With It?

Charter Hall

After a fantastic sell out debut tour across the UK, Tina Turner fans will have the time of their lives as Wha…

16 May / 2025 - 16 May / 2025

BAR 82 The Espresso Lounge

Eat & Drink

Family run café where your comfort is our priority, serving food, coffees, wines, spirits & cocktails.…

Primark

Shopping

Discount fashion chain offering clothes and accessories for all ages, plus homewares.

Card Factory

Shopping

We are the leading specialist retailer of greetings cards, gift dressings and party products in the UK — somet…

New Specials

at Bill's

Try our Autumn Specials! Featuring our limited edition Spicy BBQ Duck Burger with sticky BBQ shredded duck in …

30 Sept / 2024 - 18 Nov / 2024

AB Beauty

Professional Services

Hairdressing service also selling afro & natural hair products.

Middletons

Eat & Drink

Middletons Steakhouse & Grill first opened its doors in Middleton, Norfolk in July 2011. The original Midd…

Dinner at Bill's

08 Oct

Feel at home with their warm and welcoming décor and lighting while diving into a world of seasonal flavours a…

Man in The Mirror

Charter Hall

Join us for a Thriller of an evening, as we celebrate the legendary music of the KING OF POP. This is the “Man…

17 May / 2025 - 17 May / 2025

Engagement Manager Social Prescribing

at Community360

This role is based in Colchester and the main duties include processing referrals received either direct or th…

Dr Chippy

Eat & Drink

Fish and Chips takeaway and restaurant

Lush Colchester

Mortgages First

Professional Services

Independent mortgage brokers. We providing advice for your mortgage needs, from buying your first home to remo…

Serenity Brides

Shopping

Beautiful Wedding Gowns and Dresses in Colchester Essex. A huge collection of designer Wedding Dresses and Bri…

Essex and Suffolk Counselling

12 Jul

Looking for counselling / therapy Essex and Suffolk Counselling may be able to help.

Eurochange

Professional Services

Over the years we’ve widened our services to include travel currency, international payments and remittance se…

Danielle Styles

Shopping

Danielle Styles was established in lockdown in 2020 by Danielle herself, with many years of retail experience,…

The Big Eat out 2025!

01 Jan

Colchester BID is thrilled to announce the return of The Big Eat Out – and we’re inviting your business to tak…

Oxfam

Shopping

Charity shop- Oxfam saves lives in disasters. We get clean water running, help people earn a living, grow food…

One Colchester Community Hub

Greggs (Long Wyre)

Eat & Drink

The nationals favorite for food on the go!

Moto Pizza

Eat & Drink

MOTO’s Pizza dining experience is built on quality produce and reducing waste. Menus lead to excessive choices…

Lion Walk

Shopping

Lion Walk Shopping Centre is Colchester’s premier shopping destinations. Right in the centre of Colchester, ju…

Attitude Inc.

Shopping

Established in 2011, Attitude Inc. is an independently owned and run streetwear and skateboard store located i…

Community360

Professional Services

Situated at the heart of the local voluntary and community sector since 1968, Community360 is an independent, …

Colchester Gift Card

Natural History Museum

See & Do

Did you know that there was an earthquake in Colchester in 1884? Or that mammoths and hippos used to roam this…

Mango Hair Design

Professional Services

Mango Hair Design is a cruelty-free salon based in Crouch Street striving to be as eco friendly as possible, u…

ATIK

Burger King

Eat & Drink

Our restaurants are known for serving high-quality, great-tasting, and affordable food. Founded in 1954, BURGE…

Firstsite

See & Do

Firstsite is a public contemporary art gallery in Colchester, making and showing great art and culture that ce…

KFC

Eat & Drink

Fast-food chain known for its buckets of fried chicken, plus wings & sides

Small Talk Tearooms

Eat & Drink

Small Talk is an old fashioned tea shop situated in the centre of historic Chelmsford, with a second branch no…

Christmas in Colchester

Student Discount at City Girl Colchester

at City Girls Boutique

From making a new day-to-day outfit, to something special for a night out, City Girl Colchester has what you n…

04 Apr / 2025 - 04 Apr / 2025

HAT Projects

Professional Services

HAT Projects are architects, planners and enablers for built environment projects. We have a reputation for fr…

Gnome Painting at Community 360

09 Jun

Window Mural Trail Map

17 Jul

Join us in Colchester City Centre to celebrate the Colchester Garden Festival 2023! We’ve had nine window mura…

Emmaus New Life Shop

Queen of the Night – A Tribute to Whitney Houston

Charter Hall

After selling 100,000 tickets last year, including a UK arena tour and sold-out shows at the Royal Albert Hall…

07 Feb / 2025 - 07 Feb / 2025

Coral

Entertainment & Leisure

Bets and offers on all major sporting events and gaming with Coral. Visit the site now to find the most compet…

Gemstone Mortgages

Professional Services

Based in Colchester town centre, Gemstone Mortgages are here to help you get to where you want to be. We’re a …

Josh Berry: Best Man

Charter Hall

It’s clear what toxic masculinity is, but what does positive masculinity look like in a modern context? Josh B…

15 Feb / 2025 - 15 Feb / 2025

Other Monkey Brewing

Eat & Drink

In 2016 we started off on our “Great Journey” with our now classic core beer: Great Journey Begins. This was o…

Invictus

Independents

INVICTUS– Latin, masculine adjective, meaning UNCONQUERED, UNSUBDUED, INVINCIBLE.That describes the Man who ta…

Marquis

Eat & Drink

Characteristic Public House and the oldest Pub in Colchester. We have live music, sky sports, beer garden, eve…

Adecco

Professional Services

If you’re committed to achieving professional goals, you need a partner that understands what it takes to succ…

Help us name a new giving campaign!

17 Jan

Help us name the new charitable scheme coming to Colchester by Our Colchester BID. Help us help those in need …

EAP Property Services Group

Professional Services

EAP Property Services Group have been established for over 30 years. We have established ourselves as a leadin…

Accessibility

Fleetwood Mac Songbook

Charter Hall

‘Welcome to our little soirée …’ Join us for a tribute celebration spanning six decades of Fleetwood Mac’s ste…

29 Mar / 2025 - 29 Mar / 2025

Colchester Carpets and Flooring

Professional Services

Want to pop in our shop, but are worried about parking? With our shop right in the centre of Colchester town, …

The Castle Inn

Student Discount at JD Sports

at JD Sports

CALLING ALL STUDENTS! GET 10% OFF That’s right, students can benefit from 10% Off full price — and it couldn’t…

04 Apr / 2025 - 04 Apr / 2025

Shoe Zone - High Street

Shopping

Shoes including brands such as skechers, Earth Spirit, Heavenly feet, Rieker and Hush, Puppies and a range of …

Faces Hairdressing

Professional Services

We have long standing presence in the town. Our Crouch Street salon opened 25 years ago and Eld Lane was launc…

The Ever-adapting Indies of Colchester

09 Jul

Resilience and creativity are helping Colchester’s indie businesses to survive in an unpredictable climate.

Castle Aesthetics

Professional Services

Our principal is a Skin Consultant and an Advanced Aesthetic practitioner with over 25 years of experience del…

Sleigh Queen! A Camp Christmas Party!

Lion Walk Shopping Centre

Join us for an unforgettable evening of glitz, glamour, and fabulous performances at Lion Walk’s Courtyard th…

29 Nov / 2024 - 04 Apr / 2025

Matalan

Shopping

From the day Matalan started back in 1985, to today, over 30 years on, Matalan’s mission has always stayed the…

Age UK

Shopping

Age UK Essex is an independent local charity. We’ve been working in the local community to help older people f…

Metro

Student Discount at Accessorize

at Accessorize

STUDENT DISCOUNT — 20% OFF To enjoy 20% OFF online, log in or sign up with UNiDAYS. Find your next pair of ear…

04 Apr / 2025 - 04 Apr / 2025

Garden Festival: Gnome Auction

30 Aug

Now that the Colchester Garden Festival has come to an end, our mischievous gnomes are looking for new homes! …

Edinburgh Woollen Mill

Shopping

Clothing retail store with ranges that cater for male and female customers.

BOSHH Events Christmas Party

Lion Walk Shopping Centre

Experience the ultimate dance party at Lion Walk’s Courtyard with BOSHH Events, bringing together Colchester’s…

20 Dec / 2024 - 04 Apr / 2025

The story of In Colchester

01 Aug

In Colchester started as an idea, a dream and a goal for the town centre. Today, Thursday 1^st of August, it be…

Heavenly Desserts

Eat & Drink

Heavenly Desserts provide the very finest in delectable sweet treats, from cookie dough delicacies to heavenly…

Colchester Castle

Charter Hall

The Fragrance Shop

Shopping

About The Fragrance Shop Established in 1994, The Fragrance Shop is the UK’s leading independent fragrance ret…

Student Discount at Superdry

Shopping

Looking for some new clothing? A new jacket, or jeans perhaps? Superdry has a vast range of products available…

04 Apr / 2025 - 04 Apr / 2025

Student Discount at The Fragrance Shop

at The Fragrance Shop

An extra 15% off for students! That’s right, students can get an extra 15% off prices on site and it couldn’t …

04 Apr / 2025 - 04 Apr / 2025

Millets

Shopping

Retailer of Outdoor clothing, footwear and equipment.

Castle Park

Culver Square

School Pallet Gardens

White Stuff

Shopping

Fashion chain selling clothes and accessories for men and women, some with nature-inspired prints.

NatWest

Professional Services

In 1968 National Provincial Bank (est.1833) and Westminster Bank (est.1836), merged as National Westminster Ba…

Visitor Information Centre

Fairytale of New York - The Ultimate Irish-Inspired Christmas Concert

Charter Hall

From the producers of Seven Drunken Nights – The Story of The Dubliners, immerse yourself in the rich tapestry…

14 Nov / 2024 - 14 Nov / 2024

Zest Studio

Professional Services

A small Salon with big results. We offer a professional and friendly service, specialising in ladies cutting a…

Half Term Fun in Colchester

12 Feb

Half-Term Fun in Colchester: Top Things to Do with Kids! Half-term is here, and it’s the perfect time to get …

Help & advice

Ace Comics: 40th Anniversary

04 Jul

Did you know that Ace Comics are celebrating their 40^th anniversary? Over these 40 years, Ace has become the o…

Brook Red Lion Hotel

The bakery that's out to make Essex feel sweeter!

28 Oct

This November marks the highly-anticipated opening of Victoria Yum in Colchester Town centre.

Balkerne Gardens

Professional Services

Balkerne Gardens Trust offers a complete pathway of support and care, from our Care at Home service, affordabl…

Colchester Town Hall

Entertainment & Leisure

The Town Hall, set in a popular town centre location, is a beautiful and prestigious building rich with histor…

Slug and Lettuce

Eat & Drink

Sleek and sophisticated, our bar is the most stylish place in Colchester to meet no matter what the occasion i…

Meet Father Christmas - Weekends

Colchester Castle

Colchester Castle’s enchanting grotto returns for 2024! This December, Father Christmas and his Castle helpers…

30 Nov / 2024 - 22 Dec / 2024

Things to do with the kids in Colchester

03 Feb

Looking for a day out with the kids? Find our list of top things to do with the kids in Colchester below!

Three Wise Monkeys

Eat & Drink

Three Wise Monkeys is a modern style Public House split over 4 floors in the heart of Colchester. The ground f…

Student Discounts

30 Sept

Kick start your term the right way. We have put together a list of some of the great offers that students can …

Spar

Shopping

Local To us, community is everything. And we’re proud to be a part of it. Our conveniently situated stores are…

The Comedy Store

Charter Hall

With 40 years’ experience in the business and as the premier name in comedy, The Comedy Store is renowned as a…

28 Nov / 2025 - 28 Nov / 2025

Fenwick

Bill and Bert's

Shopping

Bill and his faithful dog Bert travel the world looking for great gifts. With Bill’s eyes for a bargain and Be…

Sports Direct

Shopping

Founded in 1982, Sports Direct International PLC is today the UK’s largest sporting good retailer, and operate…

Kintsu Colchester

Eat & Drink

Hidden in the heart of Colchester town centre in the shadow of a multi storey car park is the humble Grade II …

Beatlemania: The cast of Magic of the Beatles

Charter Hall

BEATLEMANIA – The cast of Magic of the Beatles “A Hard Day’s Night” as part of a brand-new tour. The first sec…

03 Oct / 2025 - 03 Oct / 2025

Hsinking

Eat & Drink

A gem of Sir Isaacs Walk, Hsinking is an independent restaurant specialising in Ramen, Goyza and other authent…

Colchester Castle Open Evening

Colchester Castle

As a special festive treat, Colchester Castle’s FREE Christmas Open Evening returns for 2024.

11 Dec / 2024 - 13 Sept / 2024

Space Studios

Entertainment & Leisure

SPACE’s first out-of-London studios, SPACE Colchester was opened in February 2017 offering 40+ creative studio…

Mercury Theatre

Entertainment & Leisure

Your theatre, your stories The Mercury is an artistic powerhouse in the East – a vital, vibrant, welcoming cen…

Halifax

Professional Services

Bank from saving for a rainy day to buying a home, we’ll provide everything you could want from a bank. All ou…

Explore our city with the InColchester App

26 Nov

The InColchester App is now live and available to download

Level Best Art Cafe

Eat & Drink

We are a social enterprise project started by the Dacon Trust, whose purpose is to offer genuine and meaningfu…

Royal Bank of Scotland (RBS) UK

Professional Services

Personal and Business banking for those local to Colchester.

Arts Centre

North Hill Noodle Bar

Eat & Drink

At the North Hill Noodle Bar we have created a dining experience which fuses traditional Asian ways of cooking…

Toast UK

Eat & Drink

TOAST was founded by three mates ‑Rob, Louis, and Daniel- with a passion to create a collection of British own…

The Bull

Eat & Drink

live Music pub with two separate bars. We offer a platforms for new artist to perform, from art to music, DJ’s…

Turners

Shopping

Turner’s is about looking and feeling good, but it’s also about a warm welcome from knowledgeable staff who ca…

Behind the Business with Mercury Theatre

01 Jul

Behind the business with Mercury Theatre We had a great chat with Carol from @mercurytheatrecolchester about …

Makerspace

See & Do

Ever harboured dreams of making your own pots? Fantasised about playing with ink? Perhaps you just fancy lear…

Culver Street East

Inkskinz Tattoo Studio

Entertainment & Leisure

Milksha

Eat & Drink

Voted Taiwan’s No 1 Bubble Tea Brand, Milksha has just opened a store in Colchester. Not only do they serve aw…

Easter Mural Trail

Celebrate New Year’s Eve 2024 in Colchester!

20 Dec

Ring in 2024 with style in Colchester city centre! From glamorous parties to live music and festive dining, th…

Jeans Craft Room

See & Do

Jeans Craft room is a small shop at 23 North Hill. Started in October 2023, we are concentrating on pottery pa…

The Entertainer

Shopping

Chain retailer selling branded indoor and outdoor toys, craft products, electronic games and more.

No Name Bar

Entertainment & Leisure

No-Name Bar and Games is the bar that’s all about the good times with mates, fam & dates… A brand new co…

Student's Guide to Colchester

02 Aug

A short guide on the best spots in Colchester to get student supplies for new students starting at the Univers…

Nandos

Eat & Drink

PERi-PERi is the heart and soul of Nando’s. Its story is our story. For centuries the people of Southeast Afri…

Potato Hut

Eat & Drink

We serve baked potatoes stuffed with a variety of ingredients catered to suit any market. Healthy Food, Healt…

Best Days Vintage

Shopping

FEEL-GOOD CLOTHING THAT MAKES A DIFFERENCE. Not only does buying vintage clothing help you to stay sustainable…

MM Oriental Supermarket

Shopping

Oriental Supermarket providing a wide range of authentic ingredients, fresh, frozen, dry and canned products f…

Bethell and Clark

Professional Services

Offering Ophthalmic services to the people Colchester and wider communities for over 100 years. As an Independ…

Rocks and Rubies

Shopping

We are passionate about crystals and unique products to our customers. We have a popular shop situated next to…

Places to eat on Valentines Day

18 Jan

A blog focusing on amazing food spots in Colchester, perfect for a Valentine’s Day meal with your significant …

Student Discount at Love Thy Burger

at Love Thy Burger

Students can access a 10% discount at Love Thy Burger! No frills, just locally sourced meat, pressed on-site d…

04 Apr / 2025 - 04 Apr / 2025

Vinny's Restaurant

Eat & Drink

Vinny’s Café is based on Head Street, Colchester. Vinny’s have a wide selection classic British café food perf…

The last Open Mic Night

Lion Walk Shopping Centre

Calling all performers! Lion Walk’s Courtyard is hosting Open Mic Night, and this is your chance to take the s…

19 Dec / 2024 - 19 Dec / 2024

Hair Revolution

Professional Services

Rachel started her career in hairdressing in 1995, quickly becoming a salon manager and then by the age of 21 …

Mangiare Fresh Pasta Bar

Eat & Drink

We aim to offer you the best pasta you’ve ever had, using only fresh ingredients — Our homemade sauces and pas…

Indie Leisure Business of the Year

Student Discount at Zizzi

at Zizzi

If you’re a Rustica pizza seeker, a more-cheese-pleaser or a bowl of pasta dreamer then Zizzi is for you, offe…

04 Apr / 2025 - 04 Apr / 2025

Cuckoo Dough

Eat & Drink

Cuckoo dough is a new, exciting edition to Colchester’s food and drinks scene. Located in the centre of the ol…

St Helena Shop (Crouch Street)

Shopping

A boutique style charity shop offering a wide range of high end & designer clothing, accessories & foo…

The Body Shop

Shopping

Well known environmentally friendly, ethically sourced community trade supported business. We do makeup, mens …

Welcoming the Spooky Season

26 Sept

The Autumn Equinox is behind us, and the spooky season is here.

Age Well East

Professional Services

We believe everyone deserves to age well, and it is our mission to support and empower people in later years. …

A tour around Five Guys

16 Aug

This week Five Guys invited me for a guided tour around their Colchester branch. Wow!

JeS Lifestyle

Shopping

Founded by Jessica Schomberg during a lifetime of travel and design. Her creations are influenced by the colou…

Tea at the George

Eat & Drink

WELCOME TO TEA AT THE GEORGE Here at Tea at The George, we invite you to join us and be served up a cup of his…

Fenwick, home to a new room dedicated to wine!

05 Aug

Fenwick has recently launched a new, beautiful wine room based on the 2^nd floor of Fenwick Colchester.

Collectors Cave

Shopping

Colchester Family run Business Who Retail pops / framed prints / badges / keyrings / jewellery / face masks / …

Castle Estate Planning

Professional Services

Castle Estate Planning is an experienced family run business dedicated to helping families protect their asset…

Let's talk shopping in Colchester!

14 Sept

Live at Christmas with Sara Pascoe

Charter Hall

Sara Pascoe, Mike Wozniak, Rhys James, Jen Brister, Janine Harouni: Live At Christmas The country’s best comed…

06 Dec / 2024 - 06 Dec / 2024

Cash Converters

Shopping

Retail and pawn shop.

Light Up Colchester 2024

12 Nov

There’s not long to go until the launch of Christmas in Colchester with the Big Festive Switch On and Light Pa…

Ladbrokes (St Botolphs Street)

Entertainment & Leisure

Betting and Gambling

Paddy Power

Entertainment & Leisure

Paddy Power is an Irish bookmaker founded in 1988 in Dublin, Ireland offering great odds on many sporting even…

Live Music

Join us for an unforgettable Saturday at Lion Walk Courtyard, featuring live music and non-stop entertainment!…

07 Dec / 2024 - 07 Dec / 2024

Savers

Shopping

Heath, home and beauty store giving a good range of products at the best price around. Offering quality except…

Cafe Med

Eat & Drink

Situated opposite the oldest standing building in the town centre Café Med offers a great range of food from a…

Texas

Castle Park

Colchester Castle Summer Series Presents: Scottish legends Texas have announced a huge show as part of the Col…

21 Aug / 2025 - 21 Aug / 2025

Wagamama, lets talk noodles

15 Aug

Colchester town centre has many great restaurants, both independent and national stores, where you can meet wi…

Chef Canton

Eat & Drink

The home of great Chinese food, wonderful service and memories of time spent dining with family, friends and c…

MenKind

Shopping

Chain retailer offering tech accessories, toys, remote-control vehicles & lifestyle gadgets.

M P Gallery

Shopping

M P GALLERY has been established with 20 years of experience in the world of Art, based in Colchester Essex &a…

Mooboo Bubble Tea

Eat & Drink

Finest Taiwanese bubble tea in United Kingdom. The bubble tea is served with high quality teas. You can have m…

Mother's Day in Colchester town centre!

10 Mar

Although our Mother’s deserve to be treated all year round, Mother’s Day (Sunday 22^nd March, in case you forgo…

Blog

Wax Spiritual

Shopping

At Wax Spiritual, we blend modern elegance with ancient wisdom, offering various products and services to help…

Two Brews

Q The Music’s James Bond Concert Spectacular

Charter Hall

The world’s finest and most critically acclaimed tribute to the music of Bond. As the original pioneering Bond…

20 Sept / 2025 - 20 Sept / 2025

Caffe Sala

Eat & Drink

Independent coffee shop based in Eld Lane offering exceptional coffee a variety of loose leaf teas and a wonde…

Save money on your parking with Emmaus

at Emmaus - High Street

Save 50p on your parking when you spend £25 at Emmaus (high street store) with the MiPermit App. Simply downl…

04 Apr / 2025 - 04 Apr / 2025

Group Ordering at Five Guys

at Five Guys

New to Five Guys, Group Ordering is the easiest way to make a Five Guys order in a large group! Whether you’re…

01 Sept / 2023 - 04 Apr / 2025

Schuh

Shopping

Firstly, you say Schuh like ‘shoe’. And, in a nutshell, we’re obsessed with shoes! We’re a fan of a classic bu…

The Works

Shopping

Discount retail chain offering products including books, art supplies, games and stationery.

Enlightened 2024

Castle Park

For the 3^rd year running, the sell-out illuminated phenomenon is returning to the magnificent Castle Park in C…

06 Dec / 2024 - 24 Dec / 2024

3 reasons you should watch Out and Out at The Mercury this April

10 Apr

Support homegrown talent at The Mercury Theatre

Manns Music

Shopping

ENDLESS EXPERIENCE & KNOWLEDGE.ESTABLISHED IN 1854. Mann’s is one of the oldest music shops in Great Brita…

Three Wise Monkeys

Flying Tiger

Shopping

For those of you who haven’t experienced the joy of a Tiger store, here is a bit about them: Flying Tiger Cope…

St Helena Shop (Culver Street)

Shopping

A specialist charity shop for wedding clothing which also has a wide range of general stock.

Luther Live

Charter Hall

Ellis Live Presents:Luther Live with Harry Cambridge The World’s premier show in celebration of ‘The Velvet Vo…

18 Apr / 2025 - 18 Apr / 2025

The OutHouse

Professional Services

We are a registered charity (no. 1006244), providing opportunities for LGBTQ+ people in Essex. Our mission is …

Kaspas

Eat & Drink

Crepes, waffles, cakes, coffee, cookie dough, sundaes and milkshakes! Many different flavours to try.

HMV

Shopping

Colchester’s home of entertainment brings you the best in music, film, games and technology. Visit the HMV Cul…

BTS: Colchester Garden Festival 2023

11 Jul

Exclusive behind the scenes of the Colchester Garden Festival 2023. Find out about how we integrated our core …

Welcome back Colchester!

06 Apr

The next step in the governments road map out of lockdown will take place from the 12^th of April, here’s what …

St Botolph's Church

Colchester Business Awards 2024

Made & Found Colchester

Leeds Building Society

Professional Services

Leeds Building Society continues to do what it was set up to do in 1875 – to help people save money and to buy…

Student Discount at Holland & Barrett

at Holland and Barrett

Students! Get 20% Off at Holland & Barrett That’s right, students can benefit from 20% Discount — and it c…

04 Apr / 2025 - 04 Apr / 2025

North Hill Hotel

Accommodation

Book at The North Hill Hotel, Colchester. No Reservation Costs. Great Rates. Low Rates. Great Choice. Great Av…

The Gym

Entertainment & Leisure

24 hour gym from £13.99 a month! No contract required.

The BID

Haart

Professional Services

An independently-owned estate agents with over 220 branches across the UK. Our team have a vast amount of loca…

Patch

Student Discount at New Look

at New Look

Missing couple items to get you ready for the term? New Look is offering an exclusive 10% discount for Uni stu…

04 Apr / 2025 - 04 Apr / 2025

Student Discount at The Body Shop

at The Body Shop

Looking for some new bodycare, skincare, or makeup products? The Body Shop is offering the perfect excuse to s…

04 Apr / 2025 - 04 Apr / 2025

Abbotts Countrywide

Professional Services

Established since 1850, Abbotts continue to enjoy a highly respected position in the Norfolk, Suffolk, East Ca…

KEVIN BLOODY WILSON: DiLLiGAF LEGEND, LiVE featuring JENNY TALIA from AUSTRALIA

Charter Hall

Live Nation PresentsKevin Bloody WilsonTHE DiLLiGAF GUY, LiVE!featuring JENNY TALIA from AUSTRALIA It’s been m…

15 Nov / 2025 - 15 Nov / 2025

Castle Inn

Eat & Drink

An independent family owned pub located next to Colchester’s historic Castle Park, offering a range of beautif…

Ace Comics

Shopping

Retail Comics, Graphic Novels, POPS, T‑Shirts, Action Figures, Collectable Card Games, Board Games

Everything you need to know about the Christmas trail

25 Nov

Santas Silly Elves have lost all the things they need to write and letter and they need your help! Find out wh…

Student Discount at Kaspas

at Kaspas

To grab a student discount at Kaspas simply come with your student ID when ordering to enjoy a incredible 10% …

26 Sept / 2022 - 04 Apr / 2025

Belvoir

Professional Services

Established in Colchester for over 17 years, Belvoir and is a locally owned and managed one-stop property spec…

Towergate

Professional Services

Finding the right cover, whichever way works best for you! You wouldn’t go to a mechanic who didn’t know a soc…

What's On: King's Coronation Bank Holiday

02 May

Rock Your Curves

Shopping

The only bridal shop in town catering solely for curvy brides. Their unique boutique is a haven for brides who…

Photography Project celebrates Colchester's Creative Community

15 Aug

Local venues used to showcase Colchester talent as part of photography project

InColchester

Independents

InColchester, a sub-brand to Our Colchester Business Improvement District (BID), launched in August 2019 to pr…

Simon Reeve – To The Ends of The Earth

Charter Hall

Simon is an author and TV presenter, and one of the world’s most adventurous travellers. His unique brand of d…

27 Nov / 2024 - 27 Nov / 2024

Sir Isaacs Artisan Coffee

Eat & Drink

Sir Isaacs Artisan Coffee is new to Colchester town centre! Providing over 50 different coffee beans, Whittard…

About Us

Queen Street Brewhouse

Salon Central

Professional Services

Salon Central is a hairdressers full of highly trained stylists that cater to your needs! We aim to make our …

Martin & Co

Professional Services

We specialise in buying, selling and letting properties in Colchester and the surrounding areas and have been …

RDP Accountants

Professional Services

If you would like a free telephone consultation to discuss your requirements and get a fixed fee quote, please…

Garden Festival Schools Leaflet

Wagamama

Eat & Drink

Asian-inspired and Japanese chain restaurant where dishes are whisked to long communal table.

Ellas Nail House

Professional Services

Unique nail salon in Colchester town centre. We offer pedicures along with all nail treatments.

Lloyds Bank

Professional Services

Since its foundation on 3 June 1765, Lloyds Bank has been serving the households, businesses and communities o…

Specsavers

Professional Services

Trust Our Experts. Unbeatable Offers. Complete Glasses From £25. UK’s Number 1 Opticians. Try Contact Lenses F…

Student Deals at McDonald's

at Mcdonalds

Get a free Cheeseburger, Mayo Chicken or McFlurry® Original when you buy any Extra Value or Wrap Meal and show…

04 Apr / 2025 - 04 Apr / 2025

The Colchester Gift Card!

24 Jun

The design for the Colchester Gift Card has been revealed! After the open call for Colchester creatives to des…

HSBC

Professional Services

HSBC is one of the world’s largest banking and financial services organisations. We serve more than 39 million…

Baker Chapman & Bussey

Professional Services

From our office in Colchester, we provide accountancy and taxation advice to clients throughout Essex and beyo…

Discover Wax Spiritual: A Creative Hub in Colchester

20 Mar

Colchester has a thriving creative scene, and Wax Spiritual is at its hear — a space where art, spirituality a…

The Kings Arms

Eat & Drink

Superb pub services and great food daily. Lovely alfresco area ideal for dining with friends in the summer. Gr…

Small Business Saturday In Colchester

06 Dec

Small Business Saturday is a day to support our local independent businesses. Colchester town centre has so ma…

Bill and Bert's

Hollytrees Museum

See & Do

Enjoy 300 years of history in this beautiful Georgian townhouse through hands-on exhibits and displays. Discov…

Dear Grace

Shopping

Dear Grace is the culmination of 30 years in the retail industry. My career started in Colchester in the fabul…

Lepra

Professional Services

International charity, Transforming the Lives of People affected by Leprosy.

Indie Leisure Business of the Year Shortlist

Goody Burrett LLP

Professional Services

We are a law firm committed to providing outstanding modern service to our clients and have offices in Colches…

The Tree Room Centre

H Gunton

Shopping

Traditional family grocers with over 100 cheeses, coffee roasted on the premises, large range of loose teas an…

Colchester City Centre

The Tree Room

Entertainment & Leisure

The Tree Room is a very special space offering the sanctuary of a peaceful, spacious studio and three comforta…

Emmaus The Works

Shopping

An affordable range of furniture for your home, office and garden, plus white goods, large electrical items, d…

The Hole in the Wall

Eat & Drink

Public house with food, drinks, pool, darts and live entertainment.

Tiny Tots Grotto

Colchester Castle

Colchester Castle’s enchanting Nursery Grotto returns for 2024! This December Father Christmas has set aside t…

02 Dec / 2024 - 12 Dec / 2024

Best New Business

Cornish Kitchen

Eat & Drink

We are dedicated to hand crafting some of CORNWALL’S best pasties. They are lovingly hand-crimped and filled w…

Monsoon

Shopping

Our story begins with one man and his vision; to bring vibrant, colourful, hand-crafted artisan clothes from f…

Al Murray: Guv Island

Charter Hall

Al Murray Guv Island 2025 Extended into 2025 with New Extra Brew Material! The people have spoken! The Pub La…

15 Mar / 2025 - 15 Mar / 2025

Mercury Theatre (Abbeyfields)

COLLIDESCOPE Christmas Party

Lion Walk Shopping Centre

COLLIDESCOPE Christmas Party! Held at the local winter wonderland POPINA in the courtyard at Lion Walk it’s go…

13 Dec / 2024 - 04 Apr / 2025

Attwells Solicitors

Professional Services

Attwells are solicitors in Colchester, Ipswich and North London who specialise in conveyancing, property law a…

Boydens Estate Agents

Professional Services

Estate Agents based in Colchester. We are renowned for achieving the best price the market is willing to pay a…

Have your art on display in Colchester!

19 Jan

We’re working on an exciting new project that gives artists the opportunity to have their art displayed on a l…

Superdrug

Shopping

Health and beauty retailer

Bang and Olufsen

Shopping

Retailer for world famous brand Bang and Olufsen. Award winning displaying the enter range of Band and Olufsen…

Colchester named in Top 40 Most Exciting Cities to Visit in 2024

29 Jan

The Times has released their Top 40 Most Exciting Cities to Visit in 2024 with Colchester coming in at No.22. …

Banana Moon Day Nursery

Professional Services

The emphasis at Banana Moon is to see everything from a parents point of view. We appreciate we are being entr…

Celebrating the Colchester Soapbox Rally 2023

22 Sept

On Sunday the 17^th of September Our Colchester BID hosted the first ever Colchester Soapbox Rally! It was such…

Sleeping with Beauty – Adult Pantomime

Dive into the funniest, filthiest, most wickedly fabulous pantomime that’s anything but a fairy tale! A side…

13 Feb / 2025 - 13 Feb / 2025

Annabelle 87

Shopping

An independent gem of Crouch Street. Annabelle 87 is a fresh new boutique shopping experience for womens cloth…

Zizzi

Eat & Drink

Settle in for a meal with us in the oldest town recorded. Set in a historic building with modern features, the…

UK Queen: The Ultimate Tribute

Charter Hall

UK Queen come to ROCK YOU! Expect a sensational 2 hr live show packed with all the hits and classics of Queen,…

28 Feb / 2025 - 28 Feb / 2025

Halloween Activity Trail

Haines Watts

Professional Services

Accountants and Business Advisors

Vodafone

Shopping

We’re one of the world’s leading mobile communications providers, operating in 26 countries and in partnership…

Boots Opticians

Professional Services

Boots Opticians is one of the leading opticians in the UK with 618* practices of which around 167* operate on …

Roberts Bar and Club

Eat & Drink

Roberts Night Club, the centre of Colchester. Open Friday & Saturday nights. Playing current chart, pop, R…

Noodle Zone

Eat & Drink

All-you-can-eat buffet venue with Chinese options alongside some Thai dishes, plus takeaway.

Busted

Castle Park

Colchester Castle Summer Series Presents The much-loved British band Busted has been announced as the latest h…

15 Aug / 2025 - 15 Aug / 2025

Christmas In Colchester: Your 2024 Guide

11 Nov

Pizza Express

Eat & Drink

Located in the heart of Colchester’s historic Dutch Quarter, tucked away behind the imposing Victorian Town Ha…

Escape

Entertainment & Leisure

We will lock you up in a mysterious escape room, and give you exactly 60 minutes to get out. In order to beat …

Book A Bespoke After-Hours Private Tour Of Colchester Castle!

Colchester Castle

Enjoy a bespoke private tour of the Castle. Suitable for big kids to little knights find out more about the Ca…

04 Apr / 2025 - 04 Apr / 2025

Free item of food for Students at Greggs

at Greggs (Culver Street)

This is to all of the Greggs student lovers. Greggs is offering all students with ID to get a Free Sausage Rol…

04 Apr / 2025 - 04 Apr / 2025

Where to watch Euros 2024

24 Jun

We’re so lucky in Colchester City Centre to have so many venues showing the beautiful game.

80's Live

Charter Hall

Get ready as we bring you the biggest 80s party show to tour the UK – 80s Live! We will be heading down the At…

15 Nov / 2024 - 15 Nov / 2024

A Year of Celebration

Babatunde Aleshe: High Expectations Tour

Charter Hall

Baba’s Back on Tour! Join the multi-award-winning comedian as he guides us through family life, his new found …

27 Sept / 2025 - 27 Sept / 2025

Clarks Shoes

Shopping

As the UK’s largest shoe retailer, Clarks have been providing footwear for all the family since 1825. Offering…

After Work Squad

at Slug and Lettuce

Just £12 Per Person — That’s Your After Work Drinks Sorted! Looking to spice up your workweek? We’ve got the p…

04 Apr / 2025 - 04 Apr / 2025

Dough & Co

Eat & Drink

Dough & Co Offers In-Door Seating In all Of It’s restaurants, with contemporary Italian music and a relaxe…

Student Discount at Hair Pimps

at Hair Pimps

Hair Pimps are offering an exclusive 10% discount for students with an ID when using their services. So, if yo…

26 Sept / 2022 - 04 Apr / 2025

Preto Colchester

Eat & Drink

Having started Preto in the heart of London Victoria in 2007, Preto is now considered to be one of the best Br…

Annabelle 87

DGSL

Shopping

Helping people look after and maintain their footwear, handbags and so much more for longer. DGSL Is a profess…

Owen Aves Opticians

Professional Services

Established in 1957 we have a proud history of high quality and pioneering community eye care. We are truly in…

Large Leisure Business of the Year Shortlist

OFFICE shoes

Shopping

OFFICE is a leading edge fashion footwear specialist, providing style conscious customers with innovative shoe…

Foneworld

Shopping

Mobile phone, accessories, phone repairs and unlocking service.

The Comedy Store

Charter Hall

With 40 years’ experience in the business and as the premier name in comedy, The Comedy Store is renowned as a…

23 May / 2025 - 23 May / 2025

Pearl Dry Cleaners

Professional Services

Pearls Dry Cleaners are a high quality dry cleaners based in Colchester.

Best School Garden

Forbidden Nights 2025

Charter Hall

Brace yourself for something truly spectacular… Forbidden Nights is here, celebrating 9 years of muscles, mayh…

31 Jan / 2025 - 31 Jan / 2025

John Fowlers Solicitors

Professional Services

John Fowlers Solicitors was established in 1924 and has thrived since. We are the go-to solicitors in Colchest…

Sense

Shopping

Sense charity supports the deaf, blind and complex needs of young people and adults. We pride ourselves in pro…

Welcome Back to Headgate Theatre

04 May

Welcome back to Headgate Theatre! This week we spoke to Headgate Theatre about what they’ve missed the most an…

Contact

We love to hear from you, whether you have a question about an event, business or anything else you find on ou…

Island Dry Cleaners

Professional Services

We pride ourselves on providing you with an elite dry cleaning service, giving all of your garments the care a…

Grapetree

Shopping

Health foods and confectionery.

Hotel Chocolat

Eat & Drink

Would you like to try some chocolate? Drop in to Hotel Chocolat and try a new recipe on the house every month.…

Gallant Richardson

Professional Services

An independent, partner-led estate agency, specialising in both residential lettings and sales in the Colchest…

Sparling Solicitors

Professional Services

Solicitors

Things to do this summer

09 Jul

This summer is set to be an absolute winner with a star-studded line up of awesome events for all of the famil…

Fenn Wright

Professional Services

Chartered Surveyors, estate agents and property consultants.

Stock and Bailey

Eat & Drink

Tapas and wine bar. Our Tapas is offered at lunch through until evening. Teas and Coffees also offered in the …

Simon Brodkin: Screwed Up

Charter Hall

After selling out 110 dates across the UK and Europe, Simon Brodkin, the world-famous prankster, Lee Nelson cr…

28 Nov / 2024 - 28 Nov / 2024

InColchester

Accessorize

Shopping

Accessorize was first born in 1984 with the opening of our first store in the Piazza, Covent Garden, London. O…

Arts Venue of the Year Shortlist

St. James CofE Primary

Professional Services

As a Church of England school, we have Christian values at the centre of all we do as we teach the children ho…

GFB, the Colchester Bookshop

Shopping

Specialising in good second-hand and rare literature, art, history, philosophy, science and local interest tit…

Colchester Soapbox Rally moves to North Hill

23 Jul

City centre event postponed due to exciting relocation

Live Music

Lion Walk Shopping Centre

Join us for an unforgettable Saturday at Lion Walk Courtyard, featuring live music and non-stop entertainment!…

23 Nov / 2024 - 23 Nov / 2024

The Holy Bagel

Eat & Drink

The Holy Bagel offers the very best Salt Beef, and salmon bagel, fresh cakes and pastries, sandwiches and the …

Student Discount at Emberwood Vapes

at Emberwood

We have a selection of over 60 brands of E‑liquids and stock all the latest devices out. Pop in for a free cof…

04 Apr / 2025 - 04 Apr / 2025

Taco Bell

Eat & Drink

At Taco Bell we pride ourselves on our crunchy, cheesy, flavourful Mexican-inspired products that are made fre…

Essex and Suffolk Counselling

Professional Services

There are many ways to seek professional help and guidance. Accessible, warm, experienced and professional: Es…

LB Group

Professional Services

LB Group is a professional accounting, tax and business advisory practice providing a range of services across…

Beautiful Trauma - The Live Pink Show

Entertainment & Leisure

Join us for a fantastic party night of entertainment Beautiful Trauma is a high-octane live band show from sta…

21 Mar / 2025 - 21 Mar / 2025

Fraser Hart

Shopping

Fraser Hart is one of the UK’s leading jewellers with 25 shops nationwide. The Company began trading in 1936 w…

Culver Street East

Kew Law LLP Solicitors

Professional Services

Solicitors

Student Discount at Vinny's

at Vinny's Restaurant

Are you looking for a place to share a meal with someone special? Vinny’s has got an amazing 10% discount for …

04 Apr / 2025 - 04 Apr / 2025

Stanway Fiveways Primary

Professional Services

At Stanway Fiveways we want every child to become confident, independent learners who achieve the very best th…

St Nicholas House

Accommodation

Luxury Hotel based on the high Street. Linking to the George Hotel, St Nicholas House is a beautiful place to …

Millfields Primary

Professional Services

Our aim is to provide high quality learning for your child in a caring environment. Children who enjoy their l…

Winners - Colchester Town Centre Business Awards

05 May

The winners of the Colchester Town Centre Business Awards have been announced! Including the winners of the th…

Old Heath Community Primary

Professional Services

We are a Local Authority maintained one form entry primary school. Our ‘number to admit’ in each year group is…

Youth Enquiry Service (Y.E.S)

Professional Services

Y.E.S provides a confidential, non-judgemental and informal service for young people between the ages of 11 an…

No 10 Museum Street

Eat & Drink

An independent café located opposite Colchester Castle. A great spot for brunch, coffee and an impressive view…

Trinity Street

Things to do in Colchester this Fall

29 Sept

Looking to visit Colchester this Autumn with free activities for kids, great shows and things to do. Check out…

Jason Manford: A Manford All Seasons

Jason Manford is back with his brand-new live show, A Manford All Seasons. Jason’s been busy since his last sm…

12 Feb / 2025 - 12 Feb / 2025

Level Best Cafe

Ristorante Favoloso

Eat & Drink

Nestled in the centre of historic Colchester, in the shadow of the landmark Victorian water tower “Jumbo” &amp…

Homepage

Student Discount at Taco Bell

at Taco Bell

Taco Bell offer students with a 15% off meals discount. Must show valid student I.D. Not available against any…

04 Apr / 2025 - 04 Apr / 2025

Colchester Dry Cleaners

Professional Services

Your friendly local dry cleaners.

Easter Activities for the family

19 Mar

It feels like the kids have only just gone back to school but the Easter holidays are on their way! If you’r…

Patrick James Property Consultants

Professional Services

We are not what you would call a “big” estate agent, in fact, we were shortlisted as “best” small estate agent…

Sutcliffes Maritime

Professional Services

Sutcliffes Maritime (UK) Limited is a well established UK based company with a long history in shipping to Afr…

Laundry Scent Booster Multi Buy

Shopping

Buy Any 6 Laundry Scent Booster For Just £5 with the code ColchesterBid

15 Mar / 2023 - 19 Mar / 2023

Staycation guide

13 Jul

The summer holidays are here and we’re so excited. Why not take some time to explore locally in Colchester, fr…

Lion Walk Shopping Centre

Self-care with Lush Colchester!

21 Aug

Now more than ever, it’s so important to take some time to look after ourselves and practice good self-care. T…

The Green Room

Eat & Drink

Restaurant & Bar

Day Lewis Pharmacy Priory Walk

Professional Services

Compounding, counseling, dispensing of prescription, health advice, EHC, malaria treatment, erectile dysfuncti…

Making the town look pretty

01 Aug

We want to make the town welcoming and beautiful for all to enjoy.

Lisa Marie

Shopping

Open since 2010, we are a small beautiful independent boutique, based in Colchester city centre down Crouch St…

Big Eat Out Gift Card Winner!

23 Mar

Earlier this year, Our Colchester BID reintroduced the Big Eat Out Scheme. This scheme provided businesses wit…

Student Discount at Sports Direct

at Sports Direct

Students! Get 10% Off at Sports Direct That’s right, students can benefit from 10% Off — and it couldn’t be ea…

04 Apr / 2025 - 04 Apr / 2025

ABE Pre-Workout and Shaker deals at Matrix

at Matrix Fitness Store

Are you just starting your gym journey and need some help to get you through the workout? Head over to the Mat…

26 Sept / 2022 - 04 Apr / 2025

EE (Lion Walk)

Shopping

EE connects customers to the mobile and Internet world using mobile and fixed connections. We sell media, phon…

Toni & Guy

Professional Services

A British brand that firmly bridges the gap between high-fashion and hairdressing as seen by its long-standing…

Saxons

Professional Services

Estate and Letting agents.

Temme English

Professional Services

Estate Agents

The Original Artshop

Shopping

The Original Artshop is a long-established Gallery and Framing specialist celebrating over 30 years of busines…

Top Job

Professional Services

We are Colchester’s Leading Independent Recruitment Agency. Top Job Recruitment provides expert consultants wi…

River Island

Shopping

At River Island we are renowned for our stylish, affordable fashion. The unique touches we bring to our collec…

Emberwood

Shopping

Friendly Vaping shop located in Colchester on Eld Lane. Here suit the needs of all types of vapers from new to…

Colchester Arts Centre

See & Do

Live music, plays, comedy shows & other performances in a former church, with a beer selection.

The Oompah Band

Lion Walk Shopping Centre

The Christmas experience comes to Colchester with the UK’s hottest Oomparty Band — playing Ascot through to Al…

14 Dec / 2024 - 14 Dec / 2024

GRIZZ IT!

25 Mar

‘Grizz It’ To go without an item of luxury or an expression used to motivate someone to keep going during a to…

PureGym Colchester Retail Park

Entertainment & Leisure

PureGym is a 24 hour gym offering the best kit and classes, all included in your no-contract membership.…

O2

Shopping

Find the latest phones, tablets, sims and accessories at O2 Shop Colchester. Need help getting started? Get fr…

The Wedding Shop

Shopping

Beautiful designer wedding dresses and bridal gowns from the best designers in the UK, matching bridesmaid dre…

Best Days Vintage, Eld Lane

Student Discount at Vision Express

at Vision Express

20% off student discount! Be seen with the latest designer eyewear, now even more affordable with 20% off stud…

04 Apr / 2025 - 04 Apr / 2025

Textile Collective

Shopping

The Textile Collective is made up of three experienced, academically trained textile & art professionals. …

Optical Revolution

Professional Services

We are a friendly, caring and professional independent opticians based on the High Street in Colchester, provi…

Brown & White

Professional Services

Over 15 years ago, Brown & White first launched as a tanning salon with a focus on all types of tanning. B…

Craig David TS5

Castle Park

Craig David brings his incredible TS5 set to Castle Park, headlining the first Colchester Castle Summer Series…

16 Aug / 2025 - 16 Aug / 2025

Castle Park Gardens

Subway

Eat & Drink

The world-famous sandwich store opened its doors nearly 50 years ago in Bridgeport, Connecticut. Today, there …

Birkett Long

Professional Services

Birkett Long solicitors are redefining what it means to be a lawyer. Based in Essex, with offices in Colcheste…

Vulcano Etna

Eat & Drink

An authentic, family run, Sicilian eatery in the heart of Colchester with classic Italian dishes.

Welcome Back to The Tree Room

13 Apr

With April 12^th sparking hope for visitors to the town centre we’ve been speaking to our local businesses abou…

Egan Clinic

Professional Services

When you come to The Egan Clinic, whether it be for a single treatment or to relax for a whole day of pamperin…

City Girls Boutique

See & Do

A new boutique in Colchester featuring the latest fashion trends! Located on Crouch Street, this boutique offe…

The Greatest Star - Streisand

Charter Hall

Barbra Streisand is, by far, one of the worlds best known artistes in recent times. The Broadway star went fro…

22 Mar / 2025 - 22 Mar / 2025

Sainsbury's

Shopping

Supermarket

Timbers

Eat & Drink

400 year old timber framed restuarant, serving classic breakfast & hearty lunches.

Pandora

Shopping

Back in 1982, the jewellers shop that would one day become PANDORA was established by the goldsmith P. Enevold…

Student Discount at Fenwicks!

at Fenwick

Calling all students, shopping just got even better… Receive 10% off* full price orders with a unique UNiDAY…

12 Apr / 2021 - 04 Apr / 2025

Tuesdays Buy 1 Get 1

Eat & Drink

Buy One Get One at Caprinos every Tuesday! Plus get 20% off online orders. Head to their website for full det…

20 Nov / 2023 - 01 May / 2024

Metro Bank

Professional Services

Metro Bank launched in 2010 as the first new High Street bank in more than 100 years. The revolutionary UK ban…

Late Night Shopping

Lion Walk Shopping Centre

Lion Walk’s Courtyard is extending its opening hours every Wednesday this December to make your Christmas sho…

04 Dec / 2024 - 04 Apr / 2025

Lush

Shopping

Since 1995, Lush has been a trailblazer in the cosmetics industry. From inventing bath bombs and creating new,…

Jim Davidson - The Next Chapter

Charter Hall

In the ever-evolving book of British comedy, Jim Davidson OBE remains a best-seller, writing new chapters of h…

09 Feb / 2025 - 09 Feb / 2025

Palmers and Partners

Professional Services

Established in 2004, Palmer and Partners is a leading, independent Estate & Letting Agent providing compre…

Welcome Back to The George Hotel

26 May

Since being closed for refurbishment and its a very special welcome back to The George Hotel, an iconic buildi…

It's all at Number 11

Shopping

We are a family owned independent retailer and we wanted to create the type of shop that we would like to shop…

Soapbox Rally Entries to launch!

09 Mar

On your marks, get set, GO! Soapbox entries open in less than a week 🚗

THE GIVING TREE APPEAL CONTINUES TO BE A FLOURISHING SUCCESS!

22 Dec

The community of Colchester has once again dug deep by donating over £14,000 worth of presents to the Giving T…

The Perfume Shop (Superdrug)

Shopping

Luxury and budget friendly fragrances from the perfume experts

Student Discount at Mooboo

at Mooboo Bubble Tea

Calling all students who love bubble tea! Mooboo is doing a special 10% discount for students who show their v…

04 Apr / 2025 - 04 Apr / 2025

iStore

Shopping

iStore Colchester is a great place to buy Apple products, seek expert advice and learn new skills. Whether you…

Castle Fish and Grill

Eat & Drink

Castle Fish and Grill Is A Takeaway In Colchester, We Serve Great Tasting Burgers, Kebabs, Wraps, Chicken Dish…

Shakers Dairy Free

grow your own

Koryu

Eat & Drink

Koryu is a traditional and contemporary Japanese izakaya restaurant featuring modern Japanese cuisine. Offerin…

Beacon House

Professional Services

Beacon House Ministries is a Christian charity that was established to help homeless people. Beacon House offe…

Alice Bunny Hunt

Bill's

Eat & Drink

Bill’s Colchester restaurant is in a lovely old building on the high street. Pretty and characterful with plen…

Blue Sky Printing

Professional Services

Blue Sky Printing offer a wide range of printing including T‑Shirt Printing, Canvas, Aluminium Prints, Flyers …

Tesco Express

Shopping

St Botolphs Convenience Store

Shopping

Convenience Store

The Silk Road

Eat & Drink

Situated down Queen Street in Colchester Town Centre, The Silk Road has now been operating as a family run bus…

The Body Shop Loyalty Club

at The Body Shop

Every time you shop online or in-store, you may earn points and receive exclusive discounts and prizes through…

04 Apr / 2025 - 04 Apr / 2025

Wax Spiritual

60s Supremes

Entertainment & Leisure

Bring the swinging 60s to life with fantastic live entertainment from 60s Supreme. Performing music by The Sup…

15 Nov / 2024 - 15 Nov / 2024

Sir Isaacs Walk has a brand new look!

28 Jul

Have you seen the new way finding signage on Sir Isaacs Walk highlighting the destination and celebrating Colc…

The Pitta

Eat & Drink

A passionate driven business who’s main goal is to show the UK real authentic Greek Mediterranean cuisine.…

What does "Shop Local" mean to you?

23 Nov

I often sit and think about the mechanics of ‘shopping local’ and it’s true meaning. To many, this is about sh…

Student Discount at River island

at River Island

Are you missing a few items to get ready for the term? On all purchases, River Island is offering a 10% specia…

04 Apr / 2025 - 04 Apr / 2025

Tea Rose Cafe

Eat & Drink

The Tea Rose Café in central Colchester will offer you a traditional feel with its Victorian building and a co…

Other Monkey Brewing

Green Coffee Lab

Click and Collect with Lush

at Lush

Lush Colchester are now offering Click and Collect to their store! Order via lush.com before 3pm for same day…

04 Apr / 2025 - 04 Apr / 2025

Hazelmere Junior School

Professional Services

Here at Hazelmere, we aim to create a happy, safe and caring environment where children can learn with enjoyme…

Zoes Brow and Beauty Bar

Professional Services

Our aim at Zoe’s brow & beauty bar is to be a collective of creative talent working together to provide 5 …

Greggs (Culver Street)

Eat & Drink

From sandwiches to pasties, pick a great deal for breakfast and lunch at your local Greggs today. The nationa…

An Evening with Rick Stein

Charter Hall

An Evening with Rick Stein A feast for the mind! Multi-award-winning chef, restaurateur, writer and presenter …

05 Mar / 2025 - 05 Mar / 2025

GreyFriars Hotel & Restaurant

Scrivens Opticians

Professional Services

Opticians & Hearing Care offering tests as well as a selection of frames and hearing aids.

Colchester Arts Centre

Fashion Cafe Bar

Eat & Drink

Fashionable café and bar serving breakfast, lunch and snacks with alcoholic beverages and a rear garden. Very …

Indie Retailer of The Year Shortlist

Odeon Colchester

Entertainment & Leisure

Local cinema with friendly and helpful staff in the heart of Colchester. Founded back in 1930, ODEON is the l…

Upcycling Business Display

Curzon Cinema

Entertainment & Leisure

Curzon is known for being a place to explore other worlds and cultures or discover something new. Besides that…

Coldplace

Charter Hall

Coldplace – The World’s Leading Tribute to Coldplay is a stunning live concert performance, celebrating the mu…

14 Jun / 2025 - 14 Jun / 2025

Bluebelles Beauty

Shopping

“Bluebelles specialise in a wide range of beauty services ranging from Manicure, Pedicure all the way and even…

Late Night Shopping

Lion Walk Shopping Centre

The countdown to Christmas is on! If you’re almost ready but still need those finishing touches, come to Lion…

11 Dec / 2024 - 04 Apr / 2025

SING THE MUSICALS THE LIVE BAND SING-ALONG SPECTACULAR

Charter Hall

SING THE MUSICALS DIRECT FROM LONDON’S WEST END The first national tour of the greatest musicals of all time p…

18 Jan / 2025 - 18 Jan / 2025

Premier

Shopping

Continental Convenience Store

Go Outdoors

Shopping

Head down to your local Colchester GO Outdoors store and make the outdoors UNBEATABLE this season! Our Price M…

Moss Bros

Shopping

Suit store for men and provide hire/tailoring services.

Barnardos

Professional Services

Barnardo’s protect and support the UK’s most vulnerable children. We help bring out the best in them – no matt…

British Heart Foundation High Street

Shopping

Charity shop selling furniture and electrical good in Colchester.

Harris & Wood

Professional Services

Founded in early 2017 by Shane Harris + Marc Wood – Harris + Wood Property Agency is the Property Company that…

Personal Care Beauty Service of the Year Shortlist

Cafe Med

Colchester Castle

See & Do

A visit to Colchester Castle is better than ever before with interactive displays and star exhibits, like the …

Woman Like Me - The Little Mix Show

Charter Hall

The best-selling pop concert experience Woman Like Me: The Little Mix Show, returns on its UK Tour. This show …

17 Apr / 2025 - 17 Apr / 2025

Turtle bay

Culver Square

Shopping

Located in the centre of Colchester, Culver Square shopping centre is a convenient shopping location. The cent…

Headgate Theatre

See & Do

This well-equipped “little gem of a theatre” in Colchester Town Centre has been welcoming visiting amateur and…

Large Retailer of the Year Shortlist

Trans+ Awareness Week

20 Nov

To celebrate Trans+ Awareness Week we have a guest blog from Eevie Paige, from the OutHouse, delving into the …

Our guide to Mother's Day in Colchester

22 Feb

The year seems to have flown by so far and now on the horizon is Mothers Day! Here is our 2023 guide to the pe…

Teacher Treats

15 Jul

Are you looking for something special to say thank you to the teacher’s in your children’s lives?

Park Brasserie

Eat & Drink

Time well spent is often accompanied by great food. Here at Wivenhoe House, our food is tasty, hearty and thou…

Santa's Grotto at Culver

Culver Square

The magic is back! Santa himself is returning to Culver Square, ready to welcome you to his charming Christmas…

30 Nov / 2024 - 23 Dec / 2024

Lock It With Love

New look for Pizza Express

20 Oct

This week we took a trip to the newly refurbished Pizza Express to take see their new look and experience some…

Day Lewis Pharmacy Crouch Street

Professional Services

Compounding, counseling, dispensing of prescription, health advice, EHC, malaria treatment, erectile dysfuncti…

Colchester Business Awards Shortlist 2024

22 Apr

Colchester Business Awards 2024 are just around the corner, and the results are in from our first phase of vot…

Wilko

Shopping

Hardware, home of all the family needs from pick & mix for the cinema to the latest trends for your home. …

ABBA GOLD

Charter Hall

ABBA Gold come to Charter hall for the first time, a 2 hr all singing all dancing live show to get you on your…

05 Jul / 2025 - 05 Jul / 2025

Streets Chartered Accountants acquires Whittles

15 Mar

Streets Chartered Accountants, a top 40 UK accountancy practice, is delighted to announce the founding of Stre…

Charter Hall

See & Do

One of Colchester’s premier venues, Charter Hall presents a wide variety of year-round entertainment, includin…

Church Street Tavern

Eat & Drink

Downstairs bar- A casual affair with sofas and stools, café tables and counters, coffee each morning, a quick …

Salvation Army Trading

Shopping

Charity shop selling a wide selection of donated clothing.

William H Brown

Professional Services

We’re an award-winning estate agency and we operate under 11 different trading names, some of which have been …

Romano Lounge

Eat & Drink

Romano Lounge is an informal, neighbourhood food led café/bar located in Colchester — open all day every day!…

Ellisons Solicitors

Professional Services

One of the oldest, most established and fastest growing law firms in the East of England. We offer legal servi…

Large Leisure Business of the Year

Fai's Noodle Bar

Eat & Drink

Fai’s Oriental is a Thai takeaway in Colchester. Why don’t you try our Minced Beef Fried Rice or Egg Fried Ric…

Matrix Fitness Store

Shopping

All the latest Protein and Supplements in Store at the lowest prices, Pop by you want be disappointed! M A T R…

Boots

Shopping

A pharmacy-led Health and Beauty retailer. Many of our stores are on local high streets across the UK. We thin…

Romano Lounge

After Office Hours

Eat & Drink

Pub/Bar based in Colchester town centre. Pop in during the day or be welcomed by a warming buzz later in the e…

20% off for Keyworkers!

at Attwells Solicitors

Attwells are happy to offer a 20% discount for keyworkers this includes NHS staff, Carers, Blue Light cardhold…

04 Apr / 2025 - 04 Apr / 2025

DNA Networks

Professional Services

DNA Networks is a network of Christian communities based in Colchester, Essex. We are a simple organic church,…

Indie Service Business of the Year

E.M Skin Clinic and Beauty

Professional Services

Connells Estate Agents

Professional Services

An established estate agents in Colchester offering properties for sale and to let in Colchester, Stanway, Lex…

Afternoon Tea at The Brasserie

at Park Brasserie

Did someone say cake? Forget the stereotypical floral curtains and antique armchairs, Wivenhoe House is bringi…

01 Mar / 2023 - 31 Dec / 2023

Frippery Sisters

Shopping

Offering a range of amazing products, Frippery Sisters is a must see in Colchester City Centre! From ladieswea…

Fathers Day Ideas

10 Jun

Father figures come in all shapes and sizes and this Fathers Day we want to help you celebrate them and show t…

Red Lion Books

Camulodunum

Eat & Drink

Classic local pub based in the centre of the town

Indie Service Business of the Year Shortlist

Soapbox Rally: Design your own Kart

22 Aug

There’s not long until the Colchester Soapbox Rally! Whilst we wait for the Soapbox, why not design your own K…

Student Discount at Superdrug

at Superdrug

Get an extra 10% off in-store only when you show your student card in-store. Shop our incredible makeup offers…

04 Apr / 2025 - 04 Apr / 2025

Cremmaaa

Eat & Drink

We’ve always been passionate about serving the very best, speciality coffee since day one. It’s how so many of…

Bill and Bert's

Emson Haig

Shopping

Established in 1991 Emson Haig are situated in one of the UK’s largest shopping malls, Intu Lakeside. The Lake…

Student Discount at ASK Italian

at ASK Italian

Celebrate life’s great moments at your local ASK Italian. Our restaurants are a place where you can relax, unw…

04 Apr / 2025 - 04 Apr / 2025

Robert Dyas

Shopping

Retail chain selling DIY and kitchen products, homewares, electrical and gardening goods.

Discos for Grown Ups

Charter Hall

The legendary Discos for Grown ups pop-up disco party is coming to CHARTER HALL, COLCHESTER for an amazing nig…

01 Mar / 2025 - 01 Mar / 2025

Hiscox

Professional Services

Cover you can trust. Protect your Home or Business with Hiscox. Get A Quote Now. Event Insurance. Travel Insur…

New Look

Shopping

The New Look story began in 1969 as a single fashion store in the UK. From there, we’ve grown to become a lead…

Palmer & Partners Acquisition of David Martin Group Colchester

15 Mar

Palmers & Partners Estate and Lettings Agents are excited to announce the acquisition of David Martin Group (D…

Capel Court PLC

Professional Services

Capel Court Plc has an office based in Colchester, Essex, where the majority of our client meetings are held. …

Student Discount at Pure Gym

at PureGym Colchester Retail Park

STUDENTS GET UP TO 30% OFF YOUR FIRST SIX MONTHS AND £0 JOINING FEE* Join the UK’s favourite gym today and and…

13 Jul / 2022 - 01 Dec / 2023

Timpsons

Professional Services

Providing shoe repairs, key cutting, watch repairs, engraving, ID photos and phone repairs.

Tax Assist Accountants

Professional Services

TaxAssist Accountants Colchester provides a wide range of accountancy services including tax returns, annual a…

Yates

Hudson House Sports Bar & Social

Eat & Drink

Bar and restaurant specialising in steaks. Also available for private functions.

BDG Design

Professional Services

Design consultants. Own website currently under construction. Please call 01206 561436 for details.

Castle Park Theatre

See & Do

Enjoy open air theatre at Colchester Castle Park. Productions airing throughout the summer season. We are sit…

Coda Colchester

Curzon

Friars Grove Primary

Professional Services

We are proud of our reputation as a friendly, welcoming school and do our best to be approachable, open and un…

Smiggle

Shopping

Smiggle, when a smile meets a giggle! Smiggle, the world’s hottest stationery brand, was born in 2003. The ult…

Heaven Can Wait - A Tribute at Meatloaf

Charter Hall

Carlton Entertainment brings you their brand-new production featuring Meat Loaf’s greatest hits – Heaven Can W…

21 Jun / 2025 - 21 Jun / 2025

Culver Street West

Starbucks (Culver Street West)

Eat & Drink

With more than 15,000 stores worldwide, Starbucks is the leading retailer, roaster and brand of speciality cof…

First Thursdays

Lion Walk Shopping Centre

Step into a world of creativity at Lion Walk’s Courtyard as First Thursdays presents the Creative Colchester …

05 Dec / 2024 - 05 Dec / 2024

H&M

Shopping

H&M offers fashion and quality at the best price with a broad and varied selection of clothing and coordin…

TUI UK

Professional Services

Find and book your next holiday at the TUI Holiday Store in Colchester. We’ve got personal service and tailor-…

The Minories Galleries

Poundland

Shopping

Everything for £1 was the idea of our founders in 1990 and we’ve grown to become one of the largest discount &…

GLOW Hair and Beauty.

Professional Services

Welcome to Glow where we specialise in hair, beauty, skin and aesthetic treatments all under one roof. We are …

The Centurion

Eat & Drink

Join us at The Centurion, your home away from home. We’re located just off the intersection between the Head S…

The George Hotel

Eat & Drink

Restored to its former glory, The George Hotel has proudly sat on Colchester High Street in Essex for over 500…

H. Samuel

Shopping

H.Samuel has been a much loved jeweller for over 150 years. Operating for such a long time has given us a weal…

Colchester Garden Festival

Shop Local

Trilogy

Entertainment & Leisure

Situated on the main high street of Colchester the venue building dates back to 1905 when it was the Grand Pal…

Welcome Back to Red Lion Books

16 Apr

Welcome back to Red Lion Books! With April 12^th sparking hope for visitors to the town centre we’ve been speak…

Bobby Davro – Everything is Funny if you can Laugh at it

Charter Hall

BOBBY DAVRO – EVERYTHING IS FUNNY IF YOU CAN LAUGH AT IT Following a series of sell-out shows at The Edinburgh…

09 May / 2025 - 09 May / 2025

Civica UK

Professional Services

Our purpose is simple. We provide the systems and the technical know-how to help our customers excel, working …

ASK Italian

Eat & Drink

The ASK Italian restaurant in Colchester is a bright, light space in a converted house with a vaulted ceiling.…

Tymperleys

Personal Care Beauty Service of the Year

Paperchase

Shopping

Stationers offering a wide range of albums, frames, designer stationery, notebooks and journals, address books…

Indie Retailer of The Year

Student Discount at Iceland

at Iceland Foods

New to Iceland? Get £6 off £45 spend at Iceland with Student Beans. Use our Iceland new customer student disc…

04 Apr / 2025 - 04 Apr / 2025

This City Is

Red Lion Hotel

Accommodation

Picturesque inn from 1465, with exposed beams & rooms with antique décor, plus à la carte dining.

Loofer's Food and Coffee Place

Eat & Drink

Family friendly restaurant serving freshly made (on the premises) food and drink: paninis, wraps, ciabattas, k…

Ellis Live Presents 21st Century Tennessee

Entertainment & Leisure

Ellis Live Presents: 21^st Century Tennessee The ultimate must-see modern day country show, combining all your …

22 Feb / 2025 - 22 Feb / 2025

Catch Up in Colchester

27 Apr

Phase three of reopening could be on the horizon and with April already proving a success, we are loving welco…

Meet Father Christmas - Weekdays

Colchester Castle

Colchester Castle’s enchanting grotto returns for 2024! This December, Father Christmas and his Castle helpers…

16 Dec / 2024 - 20 Sept / 2024

Celebrating Essex Green Day

06 Jul

Today, Wednesday 6^th July, is Essex Green Day and we at the Mercury Theatre are proud to be a supporter of thi…

Student Discounts at Odeon Cinema

at Odeon Colchester

Seen any movie trailer recently that and are very excited to see it or just a casual movie lover? Odeon has th…

04 Apr / 2025 - 04 Apr / 2025

PDSA

Shopping

Charity shop raising funds for pets

Creative, Cultural and Community Business of the Year

First Essex Buses

Professional Services

In Essex First operates a network of over 70 bus services linking towns and villages across the region. In Col…

Fubar Hair Collective

Professional Services

FUBAR was started in 2007 by Tina Livesey and Donna Chaplin. Their mission was to create a salon that had a gr…

Student Deals at KFC

at KFC

KFC have partnered up with Student beans, an online offers hub for students, to offer a free Popcorn Chicken S…

04 Apr / 2025 - 04 Apr / 2025

Venus Beauty Room

Professional Services

A full-service beauty salon in Colchester town centre offering treatments for eyes, nails, massage and waxing.…

An evening with Father Christmas and Friends

Colchester Castle

Join Father Christmas and his elves for a fun packed evening of craft, games, and Christmas magic! It’s the pe…

21 Dec / 2024 - 23 Dec / 2024

Montgomery Junior School

Professional Services

Montgomery Junior School is a friendly, caring and welcoming school with a history of strong links with the mi…

Charter Hall

Fat Face

Shopping

Two young Brits sell tees to fund their skiing lifestyle. A small business with a big heart is born. Fatface p…

The Gin Triplets

Lion Walk Shopping Centre

Join us at Lion Walk’s Courtyard for a captivating performance by The Gin Triplets, the latest creation of The…

20 Dec / 2024 - 04 Apr / 2025

Visit The Fragrance Shop with us

28 Jun

We stopped by The Fragrance Shop Colchester, and were introduced to some amazing scents! Read the full intervi…

Matane Sushi

Eat & Drink

Our highly experienced Sushi Artisans are trained to prepare over 50 recipes in both ways of traditional and i…

Manor Health and Wellness centre

Professional Services

Our Beautiful Yoga studio and Therapy Rooms here in the heart of Colchester Essex offer a wide range of natura…

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Student Discount at The Gym Group

at The Gym

Student gym membership from £119* for 9 months! Save with our 9 month student membership because university is…

04 Apr / 2025 - 04 Apr / 2025

Starbucks (Retail park)

Eat & Drink

With more than 15,000 stores worldwide, Starbucks is the leading retailer, roaster and brand of speciality cof…

Colchester High Street

Offers

Three Wise Monkey Reward Card

at Three Wise Monkeys

Monkey Rewards is a new loyalty scheme for Three Wise Monkeys, Colchester. Now, just by checking in when you a…

04 Apr / 2025 - 04 Apr / 2025

Mcdonalds

Eat & Drink

Back in 1954, a man named Ray Kroc discovered a small burger restaurant in California, and wrote the first pag…

Piccolo @42 North Hill

Eat & Drink

A warm and welcoming Authentic Italian Restaurant, serving amazing coffee, catering to individuals need, great…

Fowler Smith Mortgages & Protection

Professional Services

Fowler Smith Mortgages & Protection has been built upon a foundation of trust, integrity and passion. Thei…

Kids Piccolo Menu

at Pizza Express

PizzaExpress’ children’s menu is too good for the kids to miss. Dough Balls, pizza, pasta or salad, a dessert,…

04 Apr / 2025 - 04 Apr / 2025

Leaders

Professional Services

One of the largest independent residential property groups in the UK, with over 120 branches specialising in l…

Natural History Museum

Bellas Patisserie

Eat & Drink

Bella’s Patisserie is a new independent bakery located in Sir Isaac’s Walk! Introducing new high-quality entre…

Competitions

Castle Park

See & Do

Colchester Castle park is located at the bottom of the high street and is home to Colchester Castle and Hollyt…

Merkur Slots

Entertainment & Leisure

Merkur Slots is a really exciting place to play slot machines. You can go gaming with us online or on the high…

Visit Colchester Gift Shop

See & Do

The Visit Colchester Information Centre located in Hollytrees Museum has a fantastic Gift Shop selling Colches…

Events

Models Hair & Beauty

Professional Services

We are a family run salon located in central Colchester, just off the High Street, providing an extensive rang…

We love books!

28 Feb

World book day is fast approaching, why not treat yourself to a new book from one of the city centres book sho…

Magistrates Court

Professional Services

Colchester Magistrates Court — for all your courting needs.

Aburi

Eat & Drink

Experience dining in a beautiful, authentic Japanese restaurant located in Colchester. They use the finest ing…

Emma Kenny: Keller Couples

Charter Hall

Emma Kenny returns with an enthralling new show that plunges into the depths of love twisted into terror. Afte…

04 Apr / 2025 - 04 Apr / 2025

TK Maxx

Shopping

The concept’s simple. Our savvy buyers shop the world for the latest in designer fashion. When the time is rig…

Emo Festival

Charter Hall

DUE TO HIGH DEMAND! The Emo Festival is coming to Colchester! The greatest tribute night to the music that was…

03 May / 2025 - 03 May / 2025

M P Gallery

Places to find the perfect Valentine outfit!

03 Feb

Looking for that perfect Valentines outfit? Check out this blog we’ve put together of amazing places to find t…

Diva

Professional Services

Hairdressers on St Johns Street. Offer cuts and styling.

Early Bird Christmas Offer

at Bill's

Book & dine on our 3‑course Christmas Set Menu from £33.95 between Tuesday 12^th – Saturday 30^th November &…

12 Nov / 2024 - 30 Aug / 2024

The King's Voice: Gordon Hendricks as Elvis

Charter Hall

The King’s Voice: Gordon Hendricks As Elvis In Stoke on Trent in the early seventies, a young Gordon Hendricks…

14 Mar / 2025 - 14 Mar / 2025

Stage Text

Professional Services

We are Stagetext, a deaf-led charity. We are passionate about making the arts a more welcoming and accessible …

Game Store

Shopping

Computer games, Hardware accessories and merchandise.

The Big Quiz Night for North Essex Mind Charity

Lion Walk Shopping Centre

Join us for a festive Quiz Night at Lion Walk Courtyard, supporting Mid and North Essex Mind! Gather your frie…

22 Nov / 2024 - 04 Apr / 2025

Mirra

Eat & Drink

Our highly experienced team boast a combined experience of years in quality on Turkish cuisine. Along with our…

Twisted Treats

Eat & Drink

“I’m Jo, the creator, owner and baker at Twisted Treats. Ive spent the past 15 years working as a pastry chef …

The Festive Light Parade

01 Nov

Here’s everything you need to know about the Festive Light Parade 2023

Student Discount at Office

at OFFICE shoes

Students get 10% off at Office! Grab your next pair of shoes, something formal for a fancy event, or maybe som…

04 Apr / 2025 - 04 Apr / 2025

Langenhoe Primary

Professional Services

Langenhoe Community Primary School is an inclusive school and we are committed to teaching and promoting toler…

Lunch Deal

at Slug and Lettuce

LUNCH OFFER AT SLUG AND LETTUCE COLCHESTER 🍔Only £8pp🍔 Get a sandwich, burger or light bite &…

04 Apr / 2025 - 04 Apr / 2025

Jumbo Water Tower

See & Do

The Balkerne water tower, known affectionately as ‘Jumbo’, is the best of its type in England. Jumbo provided …

Colchester Castle Ghost Hunt

Colchester Castle

By the 13^th century Colchester Castle was in use as a prison and at times many hundreds of prisoners of war we…

08 Feb / 2025 - 09 Feb / 2025

Headgate Theatre

Prettygate schools

Professional Services

Welcome to Prettygate Schools and thank you for your interest. We are proud of our children; their attitude to…

Student Discount at Pizza Express

at Pizza Express

Enjoy 25% off bill, 50% off starters or Classic pizza for £7.95 when dining in or ordering for collection, eve…

04 Apr / 2025 - 04 Apr / 2025

Barclays Bank

Professional Services

Barclays moves, lends, invests and protects money for customers and clients worldwide. Our common Purpose is ‘…

The Comedy Store

With 40 years’ experience in the business and as the premier name in comedy, The Comedy Store is renowned as a…

21 Feb / 2025 - 21 Feb / 2025

Samuel Barber

Professional Services

East of England Co-operative Travel Service

Professional Services

Travel Agents

Zest

Shopping

Zest is a charity shop that raises funds and awareness for 14 – 25 year olds in hospice care.

Cake Box

Eat & Drink

Dedicated delicious, hand crafted, fresh cream cakes for all occasions to suit everyone’s needs. We pride ours…

Dogs Trust

Shopping

Charity shop

Greyfriars

Eat & Drink

Greyfriars is an exquisite, Michelin recommended, luxury hotel with superb restaurant and lounge bars, opened …

This Is Fever

Professional Services

We’re an award-winning graphic design and digital agency based in Colchester. We exist to be the difference yo…

UB40 ft. Ali Campbell

Castle Park

Undisputed kings of UK reggae, UB40 featuring Ali Campbell is the next announcement for the Colchester Castle …

17 Aug / 2025 - 17 Aug / 2025

Slice - Art Gallery

Eat & Drink

Slice is a busy, friendly art café in the heart of Colchester’s shopping centre. In addition to coffee and cak…

Fred Olsen

Professional Services

Fred. Olsen Travel offers worldwide holidays, cruises, city breaks, weddings & honeymoons, exhilarating ad…

Five places to go for lunch if you work in Colchester

22 Oct

We all know what it’s like when you can never decide where to go for lunch, especially at work! With so much t…

AFIUK

Professional Services

The vision of AFiUK is to equip African and other ethnic minority families in the UK to take their rightful pl…

Having a chat with Colchester Arts Centre

30 Jun

We had a chat with Anthony Roberts from Colchester Arts Centre about the venue and the great stories behind it…

All I Want For Christmas Is...

18 Dec

It’s getting close to the big day therefore shopping for those all important presents is probably high up on y…

Open Road

Professional Services

Open Road is an established Drug and Alcohol Recovery support charity in Essex and Medway. Open Road provides …

St Lawrence Church Of England Primary School

Professional Services

At St Lawrence we encourage students to develop a lifelong love of learning and pride ourselves on our friendl…

Jobs

Fenwick

Shopping

Fenwick Colchester will bring you the finest selection of luxury from around the world across fashion, beauty …

Colchester Billiard and Snooker Club

Entertainment & Leisure

Members billiard and snooker club with food and drink.

Student Discount at The Perfume Shop

at The Perfume Shop

Need a hand to by your significant other or a family member a gift which will come with loads of compliments? …

04 Apr / 2025 - 04 Apr / 2025

Two Brews Colchester

Eat & Drink

We are an independent bottle shop and craft beer bar focusing on providing Colchester with a curated selection…

Creative Hub Digital

Professional Services

We are a team of strategic problem solvers who utilise the power of digital to grow businesses. We specialise…

SOS Bus (Open Road)

Professional Services

Both our buses provide a safe haven at the centre of the night-time economy for any vulnerable person or anyon…

Wei's Kitchen

Eat & Drink

Authentic Sichuan food restaurant providing proper hot pot experience in a modern setting and taste real Chine…

Castle Park

See & Do

The centre of Colchester’s town centre is home to the sizable, beautiful, and well-kept Victorian park known a…

Gosbecks Primary

Professional Services

We are committed to helping children to achieve their potential and ‘To be the Best You Can Be.’ Every decisio…

Caffe Nero

Eat & Drink

Casual style coffee shop chain with a menu of Italian-style light dishes and specially blended drinks.

Ernest Jones

Shopping

From modest beginnings in 1949, Ernest Jones has grown from a single store in London’s Oxford Street to the hi…

Old Heath

Darcy's Traditional Sweet Shoppe

Eat & Drink

Darcy’s is a high quality sweet shop catering for everyone’s needs with sweet ranges, such as retro sweets, su…

Holland and Barrett

Shopping

Selling a wide range of products from health and wellness, sports nutrition, natural beauty, vitamins and supp…

Love Thy Burger

Eat & Drink

The idea for Love Thy Burger was born in January 2013, when Burger lover Adem Lacin was left unsatisfied by th…

Icarus Hairdressing

Professional Services

Icarus Hairdressing is a cosy and friendly boutique hair salon based in the heart of Colchester.

Cafe 21

Eat & Drink

Local, award winning suppliers bring us the best from the markets daily and we take great care turning the ing…

Winners 2023 - Colchester Business Awards!

04 Apr

Thank You for the Music - The Ultimate Tribute to ABBA

Charter Hall

Calling all Dancing Queens, this is your night to say, Thank you for the Music! This international smash-hit t…

17 Jan / 2025 - 17 Jan / 2025

Oriental House

Eat & Drink

Our experienced chefs use the best ingredients available for excellent quality of food.

Roots and Grooves

Eat & Drink

An independent café in the heart of Colchester selling great food and drink, vinyl and plants!

Taylormania

Charter Hall

An award-winning extravaganza that plays tribute to one of the leading contemporary recording artists of our t…

19 Jan / 2025 - 19 Jan / 2025

Open Mic Night

Lion Walk Shopping Centre

Calling all performers! Lion Walk’s Courtyard is hosting Open Mic Night, and this is your chance to take the s…

12 Dec / 2024 - 12 Dec / 2024

The Girl Power Experience

Charter Hall

This is a night of non-stop bangers from our epic 8‑piece girl band! You’ll be part of the action in this sing…

19 Mar / 2025 - 19 Mar / 2025

Valuation Office Agency

Professional Services

The Valuation Office Agency is a government body in England and Wales. It is an executive agency of Her Majest…

Patch

Eat & Drink

Patch is a new vegetarian plant-led café in the heart of Colchester, opened in September 2022, with an emphasi…

Colchester Town Hall

Colchester Town Hall, with its rich history dating back to the 18^th century, is often shrouded in tales of the…

22 Feb / 2025 - 23 Feb / 2025

Streets Whittles

Professional Services

As a leading firm of chartered accountants, we look after the accountancy, tax planning and business advisory …

British Heart Foundation Long Wire Street

Shopping

Charity shop selling furniture and electrical good.

Aston Lark

Professional Services

Industry-leading and completely independent insurance brokers. From our 19 offices across the UK, we bring our…

Debenhams

Buzz Bingo

Entertainment & Leisure

Large chain bingo centre in Colchester with electronic gaming and slot machines, plus regular live entertainme…

JD Sports

Shopping

JD Sports has long been established as the leading UK retailer of fashionable and own-brand sportswear. The fi…

Colchester Library & Community Hub

See & Do

Public Library and Information Services

Sophie McCartney: One Foot in the Rave

Charter Hall

Sophie McCartney: One Foot in the Rave After last year’s phenomenal 70 date international tour, award-winning …

26 Apr / 2025 - 26 Apr / 2025

Iceland Foods

Shopping

Supermarket chain supplying frozen packaged foods, often discounted, plus some dry groceries.

Just Essentials

Shopping

We sell make-up, fragrance, hair and beauty accessories and hair extensions. We also do ear and nose piercings…

Snappy Snaps

Shopping

Providing: photo and digital specialists, I.D and passport photos, canvas prints and photo gifts, prints from …

Student Discount at Bills

at Bill's

Students can enjoy 20% off at Bills Colchester between Sunday — Friday. Bills have a wide range of delicious d…

04 Apr / 2025 - 04 Apr / 2025

Tymperleys

Eat & Drink

Tearoom and restaurant providing brunch, lunch and afternoon tea. Our venue can hold parties and events, weddi…

Chris McCausland – YONKS!

Charter Hall

Chris McCausland: Yonks! You might have seen him on Strictly Come Dancing, Would I Lie to You, Have I Got News…

18 Oct / 2025 - 18 Oct / 2025

Colchester Children's Counselling

Professional Services

“Welcome, my name is Amanda and I am a child and adolescent psychodynamic counsellor. Sometimes our capacity …

Santander

Professional Services

Santander UK plc is one of the UK’s leading personal financial services companies and one of the largest provi…

Exploring Colchester with walking guides from Visit Colchester

25 Mar

The 1^st of April marks National Walking Day, and was better way to celebrate than to explore Colchesters’ sigh…

Student Discount at Schuh

at Schuh

Being a student is about learning, but Schuh know it’s all about the student discounts too. At Schuh, student…

04 Apr / 2025 - 04 Apr / 2025

Wimpy

Eat & Drink

Wimpy is one of the best-known names on the casual dining scene, feeding the nation since 1954. Renowned for i…

The Co-operative Bank

Professional Services

The Co-Operative Bank is based at the top of Colchester High Street. Placed inside one of Colchester’s oldest …

MJ: The Legacy - Starring CJ

Charter Hall

The look, the voice, the moves and all the hits! MJ THE LEGACY is an exceptionally authentic world class Tribu…

17 Nov / 2024 - 17 Nov / 2024

Nationwide Building Society

Professional Services

Whether you bank with us, save with us or buy a home with us, we always have our members’ best interests at he…

Things to do in Colchester

01 Feb

Curious of what this city has to offer? Click here to find out more…

Colchester Town Hall

Best New Business Shortlist

Mercury Theatre

Colchester Gnome Trail

06 Jul

The Colchester Gnome Trail is now live! Explore Colchester City Centre to find all 30 gnomes dotted around in …

Wildflower

Shopping

I have always adopted my own unique style and want to inspire other women to do the same. I have sourced the m…

One Colchester Community Hub

See & Do

The One Colchester Community Hub, located at 4 – 6 Long Wyre St, CO1 1LH, is open for assistance and guidance, a…

X Bar

Entertainment & Leisure

Night club & Bar

Ace Comics

Gray Dawes Group

Professional Services

We are not a traditional high street travel agent, we are a travel management company that goes way beyond sim…

W H Smith

Shopping

Welcome to WHSmith. Here you can find stationery, books, eReaders, toys and games and many more products. We a…

Cards Direct

Shopping

Cards Direct is a fresh face in card and gift retailing.We are an independent retailer in the UK specialising …

Colchester Boutique Hotel

Eat & Drink

Colchester Boutique Hotel is a beautiful Georgian building on Colchester’s historic North Hill. Walking throug…

Student Discount at Hotel Chocolat

at Hotel Chocolat

Redeem a 10% student discount with Student Beans. Use the Hotel Chocolat student discount code at the checkout…

04 Apr / 2025 - 04 Apr / 2025

Exwhyzed

Professional Services

Ex Why Zed consists of a team of creatives who transform your ideas into print. We offer excellent creative pr…

The Passage House

Eat & Drink

The Passage House is a relaxing, comfortable, coffee house to visit as you travel through your day. We are op…

Shoe Zone (Retail Park)

Shopping

Shoes including brands such as skechers, Earth Spirit, Heavenly feet, Rieker and Hush, Puppies and a range of …

Boots Pharmacy

Professional Services

Pharmacy led Health and Beauty retailer

Red Lion Books

Shopping

Proudly independent since 1978, when the Donaldsons first ‘set up shop’. Red Lion Books sits in the heart of C…

Saffron Mortgage Finders

Professional Services

At Saffron Mortgage Finders our clients are at the heart of everything we do. We pride ourselves on providing …

A Story From Preto

20 Dec

Preto are happy to announce their partnership with Tilda Foodservice and charity Mary’s Meals.

Colchester Chinese Association

Professional Services

CCA is a non-profit making organization. It is mainly funded by donations. Run by volunteers, it is set up to …

The Green Room

Harvey and Thompson

Professional Services

H&T Pawnbrokers began serving communities in London in 1897. Since then we have expanded to become one of …

Abellio East Anglia

Professional Services

To find out more information on Abellio East Anglia please visit their website.

Playhouse (Wetherspoons)

Eat & Drink

Pub/Restaurant. This building was originally the Playhouse theatre which had opened in 1929, yet, in the early…

Waterstones

Shopping

As the last surviving national bookshop chain, under the helmsmanship of Managing Director James Daunt, we are…

Abigails Collection & Grooms Room

Shopping

We’re located in Colchester High Street in a lovely Georgian Property close by the Castle and Castle Park Gard…

Hair Pimps

Professional Services

Hair Pimps is a family-run salon that has tailored, highly trained Stylists and Beauticians to cater for all y…

Vegan Restaurant Guide

01 Jan

Where to eat vegan in Colchester. Our top pick of vegan restaurants and cafes in the City centre.

Belle Love

Shopping

From summer silks, linens, and cotton to winter cashmere and wool, Belle Love looks to bring a slice of la dol…

Ann Summers

Shopping

Ann Summers needs no introduction. This boudoir-style store offers luxurious lingerie for the adventurous cust…

Living in Colchester

02 Sept

Have you ever taken the time to just stop and look around to see what is surrounding you; it would probably be…

Pavilion Lounge and Restaurant

Eat & Drink

Enjoy a Pan-Pacific inspired menu in the heart of Colchester town centre. Designed around the geographic and c…

Beresford

Professional Services

Our Colchester office is presently our furthest branch north and covers up to the Suffolk borders. It has quic…

Brick Lane Bagel Co.

Eat & Drink

Inspired by the famous bakeries in London, Brick Lane Bagel Co. was founded by father and son Stuart and Ellio…

Coda

Entertainment & Leisure

Bar and live Entertainment Venue focusing on Local grassroots music, Jazz and Blues.

Victoria Yum

Eat & Drink

The bakery’s goal, as head baker and owner Kiersten Donohue puts it, “is to bake food that makes people feel s…

Dillys Florist

Independents

The only florist in the heart of Colchester. The place for bespoke flowers and gifts. Dillys has been creating…

Prezzo

Eat & Drink

Italian restaurant retaining much of its original charm, featuring authentic exposed beams and has the added a…

Costa

Eat & Drink

Counter-service coffee chain offering hot drinks, iced coolers, sweet snacks and sandwiches.

Regis

Professional Services

Regis Salons take the best styles from the world of fashion and reproduce them on the British high street, in …

Getting here

Vision Express

Professional Services

Vision Express is the third largest optical retailer in the UK and part of GrandVision, the global optical ret…

Yates

Eat & Drink

Bar, restaurant and nightclub with an outside seating area. Fantastic cocktail masterclasses for any occasion.…

Trail Maps

Cirque De Celine

Charter Hall

CIRQUE DE CELINE Step right up and prepare to be mesmerised by the spectacular world of Cirque De Celine! Imm…

02 Feb / 2025 - 02 Feb / 2025

Chicago Coffee and Sandwich Shop

Eat & Drink

A range of freshly baked warm goods, from pizza slices to sandwiches, and hot/cold drinks to pair for an amazi…

Rob Lamberti presents Perfectly George

Charter Hall

Rob Lamberti presents Perfectly George Featuring the incredible voice of Rob Lamberti, this show has wowed aud…

07 Mar / 2025 - 07 Mar / 2025

Amplifon

Professional Services

Hearing specialists who offer free hearing test and trails of private hearing aids. Visit us in our Colchester…

2022 Christmas Window Competition Winner!

31 Dec

The 2022 Christmas window competition winner has been announced — as voted for by you!

Claydons

Eat & Drink

Following a refurbishment in 2023, Claydon’s has all that you need from fresh pastries and coffees through to …

Twisters Bar

Eat & Drink

Twisters Bar has been the home of great music in Colchester since 1998, fusing cool indie, rock, electro, punk…

Queen Street Dental Care

Professional Services

Dental practice, NSH and private private. We also provide implants and invisalign, botox and fillers.

Pirates and Princesses

Shopping

We are a small friendly traditional curiosity shop situated in a gorgeous 500 year old building with its own r…

St Helena Shop Vintage Shop (Sir Isaac's)

Shopping

An Aladdin’s cave of delights offering something for everyone to assist locals dealing with incurable illnesse…

Walkabout

Eat & Drink

Australian bar, restaurant and nightclub situated on Head Street. Specialising in sports viewing experiences f…

Colchester Library

Escape At The Castle

Colchester Castle

Colchester Castle are once again offering their sell out Escape Experiences. Head to the Castle after hours wi…

04 Apr / 2025 - 30 Nov / 2024

Colchester High Street Festive Market

Christmas in Colchester

Colchester Christmas Market returns to the high street on 8^th December

08 Dec / 2024 - 08 Dec / 2024

Live Music

Join us for an unforgettable Saturday at Lion Walk Courtyard, featuring live music and non-stop entertainment…

30 Nov / 2024 - 30 Nov / 2024

Firstsite

Student Discount at DGSL

at DGSL

DGSL just announced an exclusive 10% discount for students on all trainer cleans. So, if your trainers have be…

04 Apr / 2025 - 04 Apr / 2025

Crouch Street

The Olivia Rodrigo Experience

Charter Hall

After exploding onto the music scene in 2021, Olivia Rodrigo has produced a catalogue of anthems especially fo…

23 Feb / 2025 - 23 Feb / 2025

Baccus

Shopping

Come & discover our store in Colchester, Essex. One of East Anglia’s leading fashion boutiques offering th…

The Perfume Shop

Shopping

Luxury and budget friendly fragrances from the perfume experts

The Robin Cancer Trust

See & Do

We are the UK’s germ cell cancer community Our mission is to stop young adults dying from germ cell cancer — w…

The last Late Night Shopping

Lion Walk Shopping Centre

Running out of time for holiday shopping? No worries! Lion Walk’s Last Christmas Shopping event has you covere…

18 Dec / 2024 - 04 Apr / 2025

Crouch Street News

Eat & Drink

News Agents based on Crouch Street. Fine wines, sprits, beers, craft beers.

Monday Supper Club

at Bill's

Beat those Monday blues without breaking the bank. Join our NEW Monday Supper Club. Enjoy any 2 courses for £2…

01 Oct / 2024 - 18 Nov / 2024

IGL Boutiques

Shopping

In 2022 – IGL Boutiques was opened in Red Lion Yard, Colchester.IGL Boutiques is not just about fashion but mo…

Turtle Bay

Eat & Drink

Restaurant and bar with Caribbean theme. Feeling like you need some sunshine when the weather outside is looki…

Looking for things to do in Colchester?

03 Mar

The Visit Colchester Information Centre is based in Hollytrees Museum in Colchester’s Castle Park. It’s the fi…

Clintons

Shopping

Cards, stationary and gifting. Clintons believes in enhancing relationships through the expression of personal…

Franklins

Shopping

Retail shop: sewing machine sales and service, fabric, knitting, haberdashery and industrial sewing machines. …

Colchester Cycle Store

Shopping

Sales, service and repairs of cycles and accessories. 44 years of services to the cycling public.

Claires

Shopping

Accessories for every occasion and all ages. Ear piercing and nose piercings available in store.

Summer Food & Drink Guide

11 Jul

As part of the Colchester Garden Festival 2023, we’ve compiled a list of places to eat & drink in Colchester t…

Alternative date idea's for Valentines Day

27 Jan

Pride Month In Colchester!

25 May

June is Pride month in the UK, there are lots of great LGBTQIA+ Events happening around the City Centre for ev…

A Night to Remember: A Motown Show

Charter Hall

A Night to Remember – The Motown Show Takes you back in time to 1960’s Detroit. Be prepared for a high energy …

08 Mar / 2025 - 08 Mar / 2025

Mamma Mia Christmas!

Lion Walk Shopping Centre

Get ready to dance, jive, and have the time of your life at Lion Walk’s Mamma Mia! ABBA Sing-Along & Tribu…

06 Dec / 2024 - 04 Apr / 2025

Kimchi House

Eat & Drink

Korean Restaurant selling delicious traditional food: street food, Korean bbq, noodles, dumplings, pancakes, b…

Hollytrees Museum

Tesco Express

Shopping

Convenience Store

Pubs and Restaurants in Colchester

04 Jun

Whether you’re making up for the lost nights out or catching up on the romantic date nights missed this year t…

Emmaus - High Street

Shopping

An eclectic mix of furniture, clothing and bric-à-brac to make your home unique, with a vintage vinyl area whe…

Feathers

Professional Services

In 2019 we celebrated 30 years of beautiful hairdressing in North Essex. We are very proud of this great achie…

Leisure World

Entertainment & Leisure

Located in the centre of Colchester, Essex and Suffolk have enjoyed our iconic flumes for generations. With wi…

Starlight Grotto

Colchester Castle

Colchester Castle’s enchanting grotto returns for 2024 with a special twist – Father Christmas’s Grotto by sta…

19 Dec / 2024 - 20 Dec / 2024

Dice and Slice

Eat & Drink

Café based in Colchester town centre with lots of board games to play while your enjoy a coffee or a slice of …

Five Guys

Eat & Drink

Five Guys Colchester serves burgers and fries how they are meant to be. High-quality Scottish beef, with more …

Mews Barbers

Professional Services

Mews Barbers, established 1935 is a traditional barbers in the heart of Colchester. First class gents haircutt…

The Purple Dog

Eat & Drink

We are one of Colchester’s oldest pubs situated in the middle of Colchester town centre. Serving award winning…

Signals

Entertainment & Leisure

Signals is a centre for creative digital learning. We specialise in film education, digital art and use media …

Sands and Son

Shopping

Leather goods and travel bags.

Arts Venue of the Year

ChinaTown

See & Do

Passion driven on delivering some of the best Chinese food through great flavours and high-quality produce to …

China Chef

Eat & Drink

China Chef is located in Crouch Street, Colchester boasting an extensive à la carte chinese menu. A firm favou…

Simple Beauty

Professional Services

Simple Beauty is a beautiful beauty salon located on Short Wyre Street, Colchester. Simply Beauty offer a coll…

Tina: What's Love Got To Do With It?

Charter Hall

After a fantastic sell out debut tour across the UK, Tina Turner fans will have the time of their lives as Wha…

16 May / 2025 - 16 May / 2025

BAR 82 The Espresso Lounge

Eat & Drink

Family run café where your comfort is our priority, serving food, coffees, wines, spirits & cocktails.…

Primark

Shopping

Discount fashion chain offering clothes and accessories for all ages, plus homewares.

Card Factory

Shopping

We are the leading specialist retailer of greetings cards, gift dressings and party products in the UK — somet…

New Specials

at Bill's

Try our Autumn Specials! Featuring our limited edition Spicy BBQ Duck Burger with sticky BBQ shredded duck in …

30 Sept / 2024 - 18 Nov / 2024

AB Beauty

Professional Services

Hairdressing service also selling afro & natural hair products.

Middletons

Eat & Drink

Middletons Steakhouse & Grill first opened its doors in Middleton, Norfolk in July 2011. The original Midd…

Dinner at Bill's

08 Oct

Feel at home with their warm and welcoming décor and lighting while diving into a world of seasonal flavours a…

Man in The Mirror

Charter Hall

Join us for a Thriller of an evening, as we celebrate the legendary music of the KING OF POP. This is the “Man…

17 May / 2025 - 17 May / 2025

Engagement Manager Social Prescribing

at Community360

This role is based in Colchester and the main duties include processing referrals received either direct or th…

Dr Chippy

Eat & Drink

Fish and Chips takeaway and restaurant

Lush Colchester

Mortgages First

Professional Services

Independent mortgage brokers. We providing advice for your mortgage needs, from buying your first home to remo…

Serenity Brides

Shopping

Beautiful Wedding Gowns and Dresses in Colchester Essex. A huge collection of designer Wedding Dresses and Bri…

Essex and Suffolk Counselling

12 Jul

Looking for counselling / therapy Essex and Suffolk Counselling may be able to help.

Eurochange

Professional Services

Over the years we’ve widened our services to include travel currency, international payments and remittance se…

Danielle Styles

Shopping

Danielle Styles was established in lockdown in 2020 by Danielle herself, with many years of retail experience,…

The Big Eat out 2025!

01 Jan

Colchester BID is thrilled to announce the return of The Big Eat Out – and we’re inviting your business to tak…

Oxfam

Shopping

Charity shop- Oxfam saves lives in disasters. We get clean water running, help people earn a living, grow food…

One Colchester Community Hub

Greggs (Long Wyre)

Eat & Drink

The nationals favorite for food on the go!

Moto Pizza

Eat & Drink

MOTO’s Pizza dining experience is built on quality produce and reducing waste. Menus lead to excessive choices…

Lion Walk

Shopping

Lion Walk Shopping Centre is Colchester’s premier shopping destinations. Right in the centre of Colchester, ju…

Attitude Inc.

Shopping

Established in 2011, Attitude Inc. is an independently owned and run streetwear and skateboard store located i…

Community360

Professional Services

Situated at the heart of the local voluntary and community sector since 1968, Community360 is an independent, …

Colchester Gift Card

Natural History Museum

See & Do

Did you know that there was an earthquake in Colchester in 1884? Or that mammoths and hippos used to roam this…

Mango Hair Design

Professional Services

Mango Hair Design is a cruelty-free salon based in Crouch Street striving to be as eco friendly as possible, u…

ATIK

Burger King

Eat & Drink

Our restaurants are known for serving high-quality, great-tasting, and affordable food. Founded in 1954, BURGE…

Firstsite

See & Do

Firstsite is a public contemporary art gallery in Colchester, making and showing great art and culture that ce…

KFC

Eat & Drink

Fast-food chain known for its buckets of fried chicken, plus wings & sides

Small Talk Tearooms

Eat & Drink

Small Talk is an old fashioned tea shop situated in the centre of historic Chelmsford, with a second branch no…

Christmas in Colchester

Student Discount at City Girl Colchester

at City Girls Boutique

From making a new day-to-day outfit, to something special for a night out, City Girl Colchester has what you n…

04 Apr / 2025 - 04 Apr / 2025

HAT Projects

Professional Services

HAT Projects are architects, planners and enablers for built environment projects. We have a reputation for fr…

Gnome Painting at Community 360

09 Jun

Window Mural Trail Map

17 Jul

Join us in Colchester City Centre to celebrate the Colchester Garden Festival 2023! We’ve had nine window mura…

Emmaus New Life Shop

Queen of the Night – A Tribute to Whitney Houston

Charter Hall

After selling 100,000 tickets last year, including a UK arena tour and sold-out shows at the Royal Albert Hall…

07 Feb / 2025 - 07 Feb / 2025

Coral

Entertainment & Leisure

Bets and offers on all major sporting events and gaming with Coral. Visit the site now to find the most compet…

Gemstone Mortgages

Professional Services

Based in Colchester town centre, Gemstone Mortgages are here to help you get to where you want to be. We’re a …

Josh Berry: Best Man

Charter Hall

It’s clear what toxic masculinity is, but what does positive masculinity look like in a modern context? Josh B…

15 Feb / 2025 - 15 Feb / 2025

Other Monkey Brewing

Eat & Drink

In 2016 we started off on our “Great Journey” with our now classic core beer: Great Journey Begins. This was o…

Invictus

Independents

INVICTUS– Latin, masculine adjective, meaning UNCONQUERED, UNSUBDUED, INVINCIBLE.That describes the Man who ta…

Marquis

Eat & Drink

Characteristic Public House and the oldest Pub in Colchester. We have live music, sky sports, beer garden, eve…

Adecco

Professional Services

If you’re committed to achieving professional goals, you need a partner that understands what it takes to succ…

Help us name a new giving campaign!

17 Jan

Help us name the new charitable scheme coming to Colchester by Our Colchester BID. Help us help those in need …

EAP Property Services Group

Professional Services

EAP Property Services Group have been established for over 30 years. We have established ourselves as a leadin…

Accessibility

Fleetwood Mac Songbook

Charter Hall

‘Welcome to our little soirée …’ Join us for a tribute celebration spanning six decades of Fleetwood Mac’s ste…

29 Mar / 2025 - 29 Mar / 2025

Colchester Carpets and Flooring

Professional Services

Want to pop in our shop, but are worried about parking? With our shop right in the centre of Colchester town, …

The Castle Inn

Student Discount at JD Sports

at JD Sports

CALLING ALL STUDENTS! GET 10% OFF That’s right, students can benefit from 10% Off full price — and it couldn’t…

04 Apr / 2025 - 04 Apr / 2025

Shoe Zone - High Street

Shopping

Shoes including brands such as skechers, Earth Spirit, Heavenly feet, Rieker and Hush, Puppies and a range of …

Faces Hairdressing

Professional Services

We have long standing presence in the town. Our Crouch Street salon opened 25 years ago and Eld Lane was launc…

The Ever-adapting Indies of Colchester

09 Jul

Resilience and creativity are helping Colchester’s indie businesses to survive in an unpredictable climate.

Castle Aesthetics

Professional Services

Our principal is a Skin Consultant and an Advanced Aesthetic practitioner with over 25 years of experience del…

Sleigh Queen! A Camp Christmas Party!

Lion Walk Shopping Centre

Join us for an unforgettable evening of glitz, glamour, and fabulous performances at Lion Walk’s Courtyard th…

29 Nov / 2024 - 04 Apr / 2025

Matalan

Shopping

From the day Matalan started back in 1985, to today, over 30 years on, Matalan’s mission has always stayed the…

Age UK

Shopping

Age UK Essex is an independent local charity. We’ve been working in the local community to help older people f…

Metro

Student Discount at Accessorize

at Accessorize

STUDENT DISCOUNT — 20% OFF To enjoy 20% OFF online, log in or sign up with UNiDAYS. Find your next pair of ear…

04 Apr / 2025 - 04 Apr / 2025

Garden Festival: Gnome Auction

30 Aug

Now that the Colchester Garden Festival has come to an end, our mischievous gnomes are looking for new homes! …

Edinburgh Woollen Mill

Shopping

Clothing retail store with ranges that cater for male and female customers.

BOSHH Events Christmas Party

Lion Walk Shopping Centre

Experience the ultimate dance party at Lion Walk’s Courtyard with BOSHH Events, bringing together Colchester’s…

20 Dec / 2024 - 04 Apr / 2025

The story of In Colchester

01 Aug

In Colchester started as an idea, a dream and a goal for the town centre. Today, Thursday 1^st of August, it be…

Heavenly Desserts

Eat & Drink

Heavenly Desserts provide the very finest in delectable sweet treats, from cookie dough delicacies to heavenly…

Colchester Castle

Charter Hall

The Fragrance Shop

Shopping

About The Fragrance Shop Established in 1994, The Fragrance Shop is the UK’s leading independent fragrance ret…

Student Discount at Superdry

Shopping

Looking for some new clothing? A new jacket, or jeans perhaps? Superdry has a vast range of products available…

04 Apr / 2025 - 04 Apr / 2025

Student Discount at The Fragrance Shop

at The Fragrance Shop

An extra 15% off for students! That’s right, students can get an extra 15% off prices on site and it couldn’t …

04 Apr / 2025 - 04 Apr / 2025

Millets

Shopping

Retailer of Outdoor clothing, footwear and equipment.

Castle Park

Culver Square

School Pallet Gardens

White Stuff

Shopping

Fashion chain selling clothes and accessories for men and women, some with nature-inspired prints.

NatWest

Professional Services

In 1968 National Provincial Bank (est.1833) and Westminster Bank (est.1836), merged as National Westminster Ba…

Visitor Information Centre

Fairytale of New York - The Ultimate Irish-Inspired Christmas Concert

Charter Hall

From the producers of Seven Drunken Nights – The Story of The Dubliners, immerse yourself in the rich tapestry…

14 Nov / 2024 - 14 Nov / 2024

Zest Studio

Professional Services

A small Salon with big results. We offer a professional and friendly service, specialising in ladies cutting a…

Half Term Fun in Colchester

12 Feb

Half-Term Fun in Colchester: Top Things to Do with Kids! Half-term is here, and it’s the perfect time to get …

Help & advice

Ace Comics: 40th Anniversary

04 Jul

Did you know that Ace Comics are celebrating their 40^th anniversary? Over these 40 years, Ace has become the o…

Brook Red Lion Hotel

The bakery that's out to make Essex feel sweeter!

28 Oct

This November marks the highly-anticipated opening of Victoria Yum in Colchester Town centre.

Balkerne Gardens

Professional Services

Balkerne Gardens Trust offers a complete pathway of support and care, from our Care at Home service, affordabl…

Colchester Town Hall

Entertainment & Leisure

The Town Hall, set in a popular town centre location, is a beautiful and prestigious building rich with histor…

Slug and Lettuce

Eat & Drink

Sleek and sophisticated, our bar is the most stylish place in Colchester to meet no matter what the occasion i…

Meet Father Christmas - Weekends

Colchester Castle

Colchester Castle’s enchanting grotto returns for 2024! This December, Father Christmas and his Castle helpers…

30 Nov / 2024 - 22 Dec / 2024

Things to do with the kids in Colchester

03 Feb

Looking for a day out with the kids? Find our list of top things to do with the kids in Colchester below!

Three Wise Monkeys

Eat & Drink

Three Wise Monkeys is a modern style Public House split over 4 floors in the heart of Colchester. The ground f…

Student Discounts

30 Sept

Kick start your term the right way. We have put together a list of some of the great offers that students can …

Spar

Shopping

Local To us, community is everything. And we’re proud to be a part of it. Our conveniently situated stores are…

The Comedy Store

Charter Hall

With 40 years’ experience in the business and as the premier name in comedy, The Comedy Store is renowned as a…

28 Nov / 2025 - 28 Nov / 2025

Fenwick

Bill and Bert's

Shopping

Bill and his faithful dog Bert travel the world looking for great gifts. With Bill’s eyes for a bargain and Be…

Sports Direct

Shopping

Founded in 1982, Sports Direct International PLC is today the UK’s largest sporting good retailer, and operate…

Kintsu Colchester

Eat & Drink

Hidden in the heart of Colchester town centre in the shadow of a multi storey car park is the humble Grade II …

Beatlemania: The cast of Magic of the Beatles

Charter Hall

BEATLEMANIA – The cast of Magic of the Beatles “A Hard Day’s Night” as part of a brand-new tour. The first sec…

03 Oct / 2025 - 03 Oct / 2025

Hsinking

Eat & Drink

A gem of Sir Isaacs Walk, Hsinking is an independent restaurant specialising in Ramen, Goyza and other authent…

Colchester Castle Open Evening

Colchester Castle

As a special festive treat, Colchester Castle’s FREE Christmas Open Evening returns for 2024.

11 Dec / 2024 - 13 Sept / 2024

Space Studios

Entertainment & Leisure

SPACE’s first out-of-London studios, SPACE Colchester was opened in February 2017 offering 40+ creative studio…

Mercury Theatre

Entertainment & Leisure

Your theatre, your stories The Mercury is an artistic powerhouse in the East – a vital, vibrant, welcoming cen…

Halifax

Professional Services

Bank from saving for a rainy day to buying a home, we’ll provide everything you could want from a bank. All ou…

Explore our city with the InColchester App

26 Nov

The InColchester App is now live and available to download

Level Best Art Cafe

Eat & Drink

We are a social enterprise project started by the Dacon Trust, whose purpose is to offer genuine and meaningfu…

Royal Bank of Scotland (RBS) UK

Professional Services

Personal and Business banking for those local to Colchester.

Arts Centre

North Hill Noodle Bar

Eat & Drink

At the North Hill Noodle Bar we have created a dining experience which fuses traditional Asian ways of cooking…

Toast UK

Eat & Drink

TOAST was founded by three mates ‑Rob, Louis, and Daniel- with a passion to create a collection of British own…

The Bull

Eat & Drink

live Music pub with two separate bars. We offer a platforms for new artist to perform, from art to music, DJ’s…

Turners

Shopping

Turner’s is about looking and feeling good, but it’s also about a warm welcome from knowledgeable staff who ca…

Behind the Business with Mercury Theatre

01 Jul

Behind the business with Mercury Theatre We had a great chat with Carol from @mercurytheatrecolchester about …

Makerspace

See & Do

Ever harboured dreams of making your own pots? Fantasised about playing with ink? Perhaps you just fancy lear…

Culver Street East

Inkskinz Tattoo Studio

Entertainment & Leisure

Milksha

Eat & Drink

Voted Taiwan’s No 1 Bubble Tea Brand, Milksha has just opened a store in Colchester. Not only do they serve aw…

Easter Mural Trail

Celebrate New Year’s Eve 2024 in Colchester!

20 Dec

Ring in 2024 with style in Colchester city centre! From glamorous parties to live music and festive dining, th…

Jeans Craft Room

See & Do

Jeans Craft room is a small shop at 23 North Hill. Started in October 2023, we are concentrating on pottery pa…

The Entertainer

Shopping

Chain retailer selling branded indoor and outdoor toys, craft products, electronic games and more.

No Name Bar

Entertainment & Leisure

No-Name Bar and Games is the bar that’s all about the good times with mates, fam & dates… A brand new co…

Student's Guide to Colchester

02 Aug

A short guide on the best spots in Colchester to get student supplies for new students starting at the Univers…

Nandos

Eat & Drink

PERi-PERi is the heart and soul of Nando’s. Its story is our story. For centuries the people of Southeast Afri…

Potato Hut

Eat & Drink

We serve baked potatoes stuffed with a variety of ingredients catered to suit any market. Healthy Food, Healt…

Best Days Vintage

Shopping

FEEL-GOOD CLOTHING THAT MAKES A DIFFERENCE. Not only does buying vintage clothing help you to stay sustainable…

MM Oriental Supermarket

Shopping

Oriental Supermarket providing a wide range of authentic ingredients, fresh, frozen, dry and canned products f…

Bethell and Clark

Professional Services

Offering Ophthalmic services to the people Colchester and wider communities for over 100 years. As an Independ…

Rocks and Rubies

Shopping

We are passionate about crystals and unique products to our customers. We have a popular shop situated next to…

Places to eat on Valentines Day

18 Jan

A blog focusing on amazing food spots in Colchester, perfect for a Valentine’s Day meal with your significant …

Student Discount at Love Thy Burger

at Love Thy Burger

Students can access a 10% discount at Love Thy Burger! No frills, just locally sourced meat, pressed on-site d…

04 Apr / 2025 - 04 Apr / 2025

Vinny's Restaurant

Eat & Drink

Vinny’s Café is based on Head Street, Colchester. Vinny’s have a wide selection classic British café food perf…

The last Open Mic Night

Lion Walk Shopping Centre

Calling all performers! Lion Walk’s Courtyard is hosting Open Mic Night, and this is your chance to take the s…

19 Dec / 2024 - 19 Dec / 2024

Hair Revolution

Professional Services

Rachel started her career in hairdressing in 1995, quickly becoming a salon manager and then by the age of 21 …

Mangiare Fresh Pasta Bar

Eat & Drink

We aim to offer you the best pasta you’ve ever had, using only fresh ingredients — Our homemade sauces and pas…

Indie Leisure Business of the Year

Student Discount at Zizzi

at Zizzi

If you’re a Rustica pizza seeker, a more-cheese-pleaser or a bowl of pasta dreamer then Zizzi is for you, offe…

04 Apr / 2025 - 04 Apr / 2025

Cuckoo Dough

Eat & Drink

Cuckoo dough is a new, exciting edition to Colchester’s food and drinks scene. Located in the centre of the ol…

St Helena Shop (Crouch Street)

Shopping

A boutique style charity shop offering a wide range of high end & designer clothing, accessories & foo…

The Body Shop

Shopping

Well known environmentally friendly, ethically sourced community trade supported business. We do makeup, mens …

Welcoming the Spooky Season

26 Sept

The Autumn Equinox is behind us, and the spooky season is here.

Age Well East

Professional Services

We believe everyone deserves to age well, and it is our mission to support and empower people in later years. …

A tour around Five Guys

16 Aug

This week Five Guys invited me for a guided tour around their Colchester branch. Wow!

JeS Lifestyle

Shopping

Founded by Jessica Schomberg during a lifetime of travel and design. Her creations are influenced by the colou…

Tea at the George

Eat & Drink

WELCOME TO TEA AT THE GEORGE Here at Tea at The George, we invite you to join us and be served up a cup of his…

Fenwick, home to a new room dedicated to wine!

05 Aug

Fenwick has recently launched a new, beautiful wine room based on the 2^nd floor of Fenwick Colchester.

Collectors Cave

Shopping

Colchester Family run Business Who Retail pops / framed prints / badges / keyrings / jewellery / face masks / …

Castle Estate Planning

Professional Services

Castle Estate Planning is an experienced family run business dedicated to helping families protect their asset…

Let's talk shopping in Colchester!

14 Sept

Live at Christmas with Sara Pascoe

Charter Hall

Sara Pascoe, Mike Wozniak, Rhys James, Jen Brister, Janine Harouni: Live At Christmas The country’s best comed…

06 Dec / 2024 - 06 Dec / 2024

Cash Converters

Shopping

Retail and pawn shop.

Light Up Colchester 2024

12 Nov

There’s not long to go until the launch of Christmas in Colchester with the Big Festive Switch On and Light Pa…

Ladbrokes (St Botolphs Street)

Entertainment & Leisure

Betting and Gambling

Paddy Power

Entertainment & Leisure

Paddy Power is an Irish bookmaker founded in 1988 in Dublin, Ireland offering great odds on many sporting even…

Live Music

Join us for an unforgettable Saturday at Lion Walk Courtyard, featuring live music and non-stop entertainment!…

07 Dec / 2024 - 07 Dec / 2024

Savers

Shopping

Heath, home and beauty store giving a good range of products at the best price around. Offering quality except…

Cafe Med

Eat & Drink

Situated opposite the oldest standing building in the town centre Café Med offers a great range of food from a…

Texas

Castle Park

Colchester Castle Summer Series Presents: Scottish legends Texas have announced a huge show as part of the Col…

21 Aug / 2025 - 21 Aug / 2025

Wagamama, lets talk noodles

15 Aug

Colchester town centre has many great restaurants, both independent and national stores, where you can meet wi…

Chef Canton

Eat & Drink

The home of great Chinese food, wonderful service and memories of time spent dining with family, friends and c…

MenKind

Shopping

Chain retailer offering tech accessories, toys, remote-control vehicles & lifestyle gadgets.

M P Gallery

Shopping

M P GALLERY has been established with 20 years of experience in the world of Art, based in Colchester Essex &a…

Mooboo Bubble Tea

Eat & Drink

Finest Taiwanese bubble tea in United Kingdom. The bubble tea is served with high quality teas. You can have m…

Mother's Day in Colchester town centre!

10 Mar

Although our Mother’s deserve to be treated all year round, Mother’s Day (Sunday 22^nd March, in case you forgo…

Blog

Wax Spiritual

Shopping

At Wax Spiritual, we blend modern elegance with ancient wisdom, offering various products and services to help…

Two Brews

Q The Music’s James Bond Concert Spectacular

Charter Hall

The world’s finest and most critically acclaimed tribute to the music of Bond. As the original pioneering Bond…

20 Sept / 2025 - 20 Sept / 2025

Caffe Sala

Eat & Drink

Independent coffee shop based in Eld Lane offering exceptional coffee a variety of loose leaf teas and a wonde…

Save money on your parking with Emmaus

at Emmaus - High Street

Save 50p on your parking when you spend £25 at Emmaus (high street store) with the MiPermit App. Simply downl…

04 Apr / 2025 - 04 Apr / 2025

Group Ordering at Five Guys

at Five Guys

New to Five Guys, Group Ordering is the easiest way to make a Five Guys order in a large group! Whether you’re…

01 Sept / 2023 - 04 Apr / 2025

Schuh

Shopping

Firstly, you say Schuh like ‘shoe’. And, in a nutshell, we’re obsessed with shoes! We’re a fan of a classic bu…

The Works

Shopping

Discount retail chain offering products including books, art supplies, games and stationery.

Enlightened 2024

Castle Park

For the 3^rd year running, the sell-out illuminated phenomenon is returning to the magnificent Castle Park in C…

06 Dec / 2024 - 24 Dec / 2024

3 reasons you should watch Out and Out at The Mercury this April

10 Apr

Support homegrown talent at The Mercury Theatre

Manns Music

Shopping

ENDLESS EXPERIENCE & KNOWLEDGE.ESTABLISHED IN 1854. Mann’s is one of the oldest music shops in Great Brita…

Three Wise Monkeys

Flying Tiger

Shopping

For those of you who haven’t experienced the joy of a Tiger store, here is a bit about them: Flying Tiger Cope…

St Helena Shop (Culver Street)

Shopping

A specialist charity shop for wedding clothing which also has a wide range of general stock.

Luther Live

Charter Hall

Ellis Live Presents:Luther Live with Harry Cambridge The World’s premier show in celebration of ‘The Velvet Vo…

18 Apr / 2025 - 18 Apr / 2025

The OutHouse

Professional Services

We are a registered charity (no. 1006244), providing opportunities for LGBTQ+ people in Essex. Our mission is …

Kaspas

Eat & Drink

Crepes, waffles, cakes, coffee, cookie dough, sundaes and milkshakes! Many different flavours to try.

HMV

Shopping

Colchester’s home of entertainment brings you the best in music, film, games and technology. Visit the HMV Cul…

BTS: Colchester Garden Festival 2023

11 Jul

Exclusive behind the scenes of the Colchester Garden Festival 2023. Find out about how we integrated our core …

Welcome back Colchester!

06 Apr

The next step in the governments road map out of lockdown will take place from the 12^th of April, here’s what …

St Botolph's Church

Colchester Business Awards 2024

Made & Found Colchester

Leeds Building Society

Professional Services

Leeds Building Society continues to do what it was set up to do in 1875 – to help people save money and to buy…

Student Discount at Holland & Barrett

at Holland and Barrett

Students! Get 20% Off at Holland & Barrett That’s right, students can benefit from 20% Discount — and it c…

04 Apr / 2025 - 04 Apr / 2025

North Hill Hotel

Accommodation

Book at The North Hill Hotel, Colchester. No Reservation Costs. Great Rates. Low Rates. Great Choice. Great Av…

The Gym

Entertainment & Leisure

24 hour gym from £13.99 a month! No contract required.

The BID

Haart

Professional Services

An independently-owned estate agents with over 220 branches across the UK. Our team have a vast amount of loca…

Patch

Student Discount at New Look

at New Look

Missing couple items to get you ready for the term? New Look is offering an exclusive 10% discount for Uni stu…

04 Apr / 2025 - 04 Apr / 2025

Student Discount at The Body Shop

at The Body Shop

Looking for some new bodycare, skincare, or makeup products? The Body Shop is offering the perfect excuse to s…

04 Apr / 2025 - 04 Apr / 2025

Abbotts Countrywide

Professional Services

Established since 1850, Abbotts continue to enjoy a highly respected position in the Norfolk, Suffolk, East Ca…

KEVIN BLOODY WILSON: DiLLiGAF LEGEND, LiVE featuring JENNY TALIA from AUSTRALIA

Charter Hall

Live Nation PresentsKevin Bloody WilsonTHE DiLLiGAF GUY, LiVE!featuring JENNY TALIA from AUSTRALIA It’s been m…

15 Nov / 2025 - 15 Nov / 2025

Castle Inn

Eat & Drink

An independent family owned pub located next to Colchester’s historic Castle Park, offering a range of beautif…

Ace Comics

Shopping

Retail Comics, Graphic Novels, POPS, T‑Shirts, Action Figures, Collectable Card Games, Board Games

Everything you need to know about the Christmas trail

25 Nov

Santas Silly Elves have lost all the things they need to write and letter and they need your help! Find out wh…

Student Discount at Kaspas

at Kaspas

To grab a student discount at Kaspas simply come with your student ID when ordering to enjoy a incredible 10% …

26 Sept / 2022 - 04 Apr / 2025

Belvoir

Professional Services

Established in Colchester for over 17 years, Belvoir and is a locally owned and managed one-stop property spec…

Towergate

Professional Services

Finding the right cover, whichever way works best for you! You wouldn’t go to a mechanic who didn’t know a soc…

What's On: King's Coronation Bank Holiday

02 May

Rock Your Curves

Shopping

The only bridal shop in town catering solely for curvy brides. Their unique boutique is a haven for brides who…

Photography Project celebrates Colchester's Creative Community

15 Aug

Local venues used to showcase Colchester talent as part of photography project

InColchester

Independents

InColchester, a sub-brand to Our Colchester Business Improvement District (BID), launched in August 2019 to pr…

Simon Reeve – To The Ends of The Earth

Charter Hall

Simon is an author and TV presenter, and one of the world’s most adventurous travellers. His unique brand of d…

27 Nov / 2024 - 27 Nov / 2024

Sir Isaacs Artisan Coffee

Eat & Drink

Sir Isaacs Artisan Coffee is new to Colchester town centre! Providing over 50 different coffee beans, Whittard…

About Us

Queen Street Brewhouse

Salon Central

Professional Services

Salon Central is a hairdressers full of highly trained stylists that cater to your needs! We aim to make our …

Martin & Co

Professional Services

We specialise in buying, selling and letting properties in Colchester and the surrounding areas and have been …

RDP Accountants

Professional Services

If you would like a free telephone consultation to discuss your requirements and get a fixed fee quote, please…

Garden Festival Schools Leaflet

Wagamama

Eat & Drink

Asian-inspired and Japanese chain restaurant where dishes are whisked to long communal table.

Ellas Nail House

Professional Services

Unique nail salon in Colchester town centre. We offer pedicures along with all nail treatments.

Lloyds Bank

Professional Services

Since its foundation on 3 June 1765, Lloyds Bank has been serving the households, businesses and communities o…

Specsavers

Professional Services

Trust Our Experts. Unbeatable Offers. Complete Glasses From £25. UK’s Number 1 Opticians. Try Contact Lenses F…

Student Deals at McDonald's

at Mcdonalds

Get a free Cheeseburger, Mayo Chicken or McFlurry® Original when you buy any Extra Value or Wrap Meal and show…

04 Apr / 2025 - 04 Apr / 2025

The Colchester Gift Card!

24 Jun

The design for the Colchester Gift Card has been revealed! After the open call for Colchester creatives to des…

HSBC

Professional Services

HSBC is one of the world’s largest banking and financial services organisations. We serve more than 39 million…

Baker Chapman & Bussey

Professional Services

From our office in Colchester, we provide accountancy and taxation advice to clients throughout Essex and beyo…

Discover Wax Spiritual: A Creative Hub in Colchester

20 Mar

Colchester has a thriving creative scene, and Wax Spiritual is at its hear — a space where art, spirituality a…

The Kings Arms

Eat & Drink

Superb pub services and great food daily. Lovely alfresco area ideal for dining with friends in the summer. Gr…

Small Business Saturday In Colchester

06 Dec

Small Business Saturday is a day to support our local independent businesses. Colchester town centre has so ma…

Bill and Bert's

Hollytrees Museum

See & Do

Enjoy 300 years of history in this beautiful Georgian townhouse through hands-on exhibits and displays. Discov…

Dear Grace

Shopping

Dear Grace is the culmination of 30 years in the retail industry. My career started in Colchester in the fabul…

Lepra

Professional Services

International charity, Transforming the Lives of People affected by Leprosy.

Indie Leisure Business of the Year Shortlist

Goody Burrett LLP

Professional Services

We are a law firm committed to providing outstanding modern service to our clients and have offices in Colches…

The Tree Room Centre

H Gunton

Shopping

Traditional family grocers with over 100 cheeses, coffee roasted on the premises, large range of loose teas an…

Colchester City Centre

The Tree Room

Entertainment & Leisure

The Tree Room is a very special space offering the sanctuary of a peaceful, spacious studio and three comforta…

Emmaus The Works

Shopping

An affordable range of furniture for your home, office and garden, plus white goods, large electrical items, d…

The Hole in the Wall

Eat & Drink

Public house with food, drinks, pool, darts and live entertainment.

Tiny Tots Grotto

Colchester Castle

Colchester Castle’s enchanting Nursery Grotto returns for 2024! This December Father Christmas has set aside t…

02 Dec / 2024 - 12 Dec / 2024

Best New Business

Cornish Kitchen

Eat & Drink

We are dedicated to hand crafting some of CORNWALL’S best pasties. They are lovingly hand-crimped and filled w…

Monsoon

Shopping

Our story begins with one man and his vision; to bring vibrant, colourful, hand-crafted artisan clothes from f…

Al Murray: Guv Island

Charter Hall

Al Murray Guv Island 2025 Extended into 2025 with New Extra Brew Material! The people have spoken! The Pub La…

15 Mar / 2025 - 15 Mar / 2025

Mercury Theatre (Abbeyfields)

COLLIDESCOPE Christmas Party

Lion Walk Shopping Centre

COLLIDESCOPE Christmas Party! Held at the local winter wonderland POPINA in the courtyard at Lion Walk it’s go…

13 Dec / 2024 - 04 Apr / 2025

Attwells Solicitors

Professional Services

Attwells are solicitors in Colchester, Ipswich and North London who specialise in conveyancing, property law a…

Boydens Estate Agents

Professional Services

Estate Agents based in Colchester. We are renowned for achieving the best price the market is willing to pay a…

Have your art on display in Colchester!

19 Jan

We’re working on an exciting new project that gives artists the opportunity to have their art displayed on a l…

Superdrug

Shopping

Health and beauty retailer

Bang and Olufsen

Shopping

Retailer for world famous brand Bang and Olufsen. Award winning displaying the enter range of Band and Olufsen…

Colchester named in Top 40 Most Exciting Cities to Visit in 2024

29 Jan

The Times has released their Top 40 Most Exciting Cities to Visit in 2024 with Colchester coming in at No.22. …

Banana Moon Day Nursery

Professional Services

The emphasis at Banana Moon is to see everything from a parents point of view. We appreciate we are being entr…

Celebrating the Colchester Soapbox Rally 2023

22 Sept

On Sunday the 17^th of September Our Colchester BID hosted the first ever Colchester Soapbox Rally! It was such…

Sleeping with Beauty – Adult Pantomime

Dive into the funniest, filthiest, most wickedly fabulous pantomime that’s anything but a fairy tale! A side…

13 Feb / 2025 - 13 Feb / 2025

Annabelle 87

Shopping

An independent gem of Crouch Street. Annabelle 87 is a fresh new boutique shopping experience for womens cloth…

Zizzi

Eat & Drink

Settle in for a meal with us in the oldest town recorded. Set in a historic building with modern features, the…

UK Queen: The Ultimate Tribute

Charter Hall

UK Queen come to ROCK YOU! Expect a sensational 2 hr live show packed with all the hits and classics of Queen,…

28 Feb / 2025 - 28 Feb / 2025

Halloween Activity Trail

Haines Watts

Professional Services

Accountants and Business Advisors

Vodafone

Shopping

We’re one of the world’s leading mobile communications providers, operating in 26 countries and in partnership…

Boots Opticians

Professional Services

Boots Opticians is one of the leading opticians in the UK with 618* practices of which around 167* operate on …

Roberts Bar and Club

Eat & Drink

Roberts Night Club, the centre of Colchester. Open Friday & Saturday nights. Playing current chart, pop, R…

Noodle Zone

Eat & Drink

All-you-can-eat buffet venue with Chinese options alongside some Thai dishes, plus takeaway.

Busted

Castle Park

Colchester Castle Summer Series Presents The much-loved British band Busted has been announced as the latest h…

15 Aug / 2025 - 15 Aug / 2025

Christmas In Colchester: Your 2024 Guide

11 Nov

Pizza Express

Eat & Drink

Located in the heart of Colchester’s historic Dutch Quarter, tucked away behind the imposing Victorian Town Ha…

Escape

Entertainment & Leisure

We will lock you up in a mysterious escape room, and give you exactly 60 minutes to get out. In order to beat …

Book A Bespoke After-Hours Private Tour Of Colchester Castle!

Colchester Castle

Enjoy a bespoke private tour of the Castle. Suitable for big kids to little knights find out more about the Ca…

04 Apr / 2025 - 04 Apr / 2025

Free item of food for Students at Greggs

at Greggs (Culver Street)

This is to all of the Greggs student lovers. Greggs is offering all students with ID to get a Free Sausage Rol…

04 Apr / 2025 - 04 Apr / 2025

Where to watch Euros 2024

24 Jun

We’re so lucky in Colchester City Centre to have so many venues showing the beautiful game.

80's Live

Charter Hall

Get ready as we bring you the biggest 80s party show to tour the UK – 80s Live! We will be heading down the At…

15 Nov / 2024 - 15 Nov / 2024

A Year of Celebration

Babatunde Aleshe: High Expectations Tour

Charter Hall

Baba’s Back on Tour! Join the multi-award-winning comedian as he guides us through family life, his new found …

27 Sept / 2025 - 27 Sept / 2025

Clarks Shoes

Shopping

As the UK’s largest shoe retailer, Clarks have been providing footwear for all the family since 1825. Offering…

After Work Squad

at Slug and Lettuce

Just £12 Per Person — That’s Your After Work Drinks Sorted! Looking to spice up your workweek? We’ve got the p…

04 Apr / 2025 - 04 Apr / 2025

Dough & Co

Eat & Drink

Dough & Co Offers In-Door Seating In all Of It’s restaurants, with contemporary Italian music and a relaxe…

Student Discount at Hair Pimps

at Hair Pimps

Hair Pimps are offering an exclusive 10% discount for students with an ID when using their services. So, if yo…

26 Sept / 2022 - 04 Apr / 2025

Preto Colchester

Eat & Drink

Having started Preto in the heart of London Victoria in 2007, Preto is now considered to be one of the best Br…

Annabelle 87

DGSL

Shopping

Helping people look after and maintain their footwear, handbags and so much more for longer. DGSL Is a profess…

Owen Aves Opticians

Professional Services

Established in 1957 we have a proud history of high quality and pioneering community eye care. We are truly in…

Large Leisure Business of the Year Shortlist

OFFICE shoes

Shopping

OFFICE is a leading edge fashion footwear specialist, providing style conscious customers with innovative shoe…

Foneworld

Shopping

Mobile phone, accessories, phone repairs and unlocking service.

The Comedy Store

Charter Hall

With 40 years’ experience in the business and as the premier name in comedy, The Comedy Store is renowned as a…

23 May / 2025 - 23 May / 2025

Pearl Dry Cleaners

Professional Services

Pearls Dry Cleaners are a high quality dry cleaners based in Colchester.

Best School Garden

Forbidden Nights 2025

Charter Hall

Brace yourself for something truly spectacular… Forbidden Nights is here, celebrating 9 years of muscles, mayh…

31 Jan / 2025 - 31 Jan / 2025

John Fowlers Solicitors

Professional Services

John Fowlers Solicitors was established in 1924 and has thrived since. We are the go-to solicitors in Colchest…

Sense

Shopping

Sense charity supports the deaf, blind and complex needs of young people and adults. We pride ourselves in pro…

Welcome Back to Headgate Theatre

04 May

Welcome back to Headgate Theatre! This week we spoke to Headgate Theatre about what they’ve missed the most an…

Contact

We love to hear from you, whether you have a question about an event, business or anything else you find on ou…

Island Dry Cleaners

Professional Services

We pride ourselves on providing you with an elite dry cleaning service, giving all of your garments the care a…

Grapetree

Shopping

Health foods and confectionery.

Hotel Chocolat

Eat & Drink

Would you like to try some chocolate? Drop in to Hotel Chocolat and try a new recipe on the house every month.…

Gallant Richardson

Professional Services

An independent, partner-led estate agency, specialising in both residential lettings and sales in the Colchest…

Sparling Solicitors

Professional Services

Solicitors

Things to do this summer

09 Jul

This summer is set to be an absolute winner with a star-studded line up of awesome events for all of the famil…

Fenn Wright

Professional Services

Chartered Surveyors, estate agents and property consultants.

Stock and Bailey

Eat & Drink

Tapas and wine bar. Our Tapas is offered at lunch through until evening. Teas and Coffees also offered in the …

Simon Brodkin: Screwed Up

Charter Hall

After selling out 110 dates across the UK and Europe, Simon Brodkin, the world-famous prankster, Lee Nelson cr…

28 Nov / 2024 - 28 Nov / 2024

InColchester

Accessorize

Shopping

Accessorize was first born in 1984 with the opening of our first store in the Piazza, Covent Garden, London. O…

Arts Venue of the Year Shortlist

St. James CofE Primary

Professional Services

As a Church of England school, we have Christian values at the centre of all we do as we teach the children ho…

GFB, the Colchester Bookshop

Shopping

Specialising in good second-hand and rare literature, art, history, philosophy, science and local interest tit…

Colchester Soapbox Rally moves to North Hill

23 Jul

City centre event postponed due to exciting relocation

Live Music

Lion Walk Shopping Centre

Join us for an unforgettable Saturday at Lion Walk Courtyard, featuring live music and non-stop entertainment!…

23 Nov / 2024 - 23 Nov / 2024

The Holy Bagel

Eat & Drink

The Holy Bagel offers the very best Salt Beef, and salmon bagel, fresh cakes and pastries, sandwiches and the …

Student Discount at Emberwood Vapes

at Emberwood

We have a selection of over 60 brands of E‑liquids and stock all the latest devices out. Pop in for a free cof…

04 Apr / 2025 - 04 Apr / 2025

Taco Bell

Eat & Drink

At Taco Bell we pride ourselves on our crunchy, cheesy, flavourful Mexican-inspired products that are made fre…

Essex and Suffolk Counselling

Professional Services

There are many ways to seek professional help and guidance. Accessible, warm, experienced and professional: Es…

LB Group

Professional Services

LB Group is a professional accounting, tax and business advisory practice providing a range of services across…

Beautiful Trauma - The Live Pink Show

Entertainment & Leisure

Join us for a fantastic party night of entertainment Beautiful Trauma is a high-octane live band show from sta…

21 Mar / 2025 - 21 Mar / 2025

Fraser Hart

Shopping

Fraser Hart is one of the UK’s leading jewellers with 25 shops nationwide. The Company began trading in 1936 w…

Culver Street East

Kew Law LLP Solicitors

Professional Services

Solicitors

Student Discount at Vinny's

at Vinny's Restaurant

Are you looking for a place to share a meal with someone special? Vinny’s has got an amazing 10% discount for …

04 Apr / 2025 - 04 Apr / 2025

Stanway Fiveways Primary

Professional Services

At Stanway Fiveways we want every child to become confident, independent learners who achieve the very best th…

St Nicholas House

Accommodation

Luxury Hotel based on the high Street. Linking to the George Hotel, St Nicholas House is a beautiful place to …

Millfields Primary

Professional Services

Our aim is to provide high quality learning for your child in a caring environment. Children who enjoy their l…

Winners - Colchester Town Centre Business Awards

05 May

The winners of the Colchester Town Centre Business Awards have been announced! Including the winners of the th…

Old Heath Community Primary

Professional Services

We are a Local Authority maintained one form entry primary school. Our ‘number to admit’ in each year group is…

Youth Enquiry Service (Y.E.S)

Professional Services

Y.E.S provides a confidential, non-judgemental and informal service for young people between the ages of 11 an…

No 10 Museum Street

Eat & Drink

An independent café located opposite Colchester Castle. A great spot for brunch, coffee and an impressive view…

Trinity Street

Things to do in Colchester this Fall

29 Sept

Looking to visit Colchester this Autumn with free activities for kids, great shows and things to do. Check out…

Jason Manford: A Manford All Seasons

Jason Manford is back with his brand-new live show, A Manford All Seasons. Jason’s been busy since his last sm…

12 Feb / 2025 - 12 Feb / 2025

Level Best Cafe

Ristorante Favoloso

Eat & Drink

Nestled in the centre of historic Colchester, in the shadow of the landmark Victorian water tower “Jumbo” &amp…

Homepage

Student Discount at Taco Bell

at Taco Bell

Taco Bell offer students with a 15% off meals discount. Must show valid student I.D. Not available against any…

04 Apr / 2025 - 04 Apr / 2025

Colchester Dry Cleaners

Professional Services

Your friendly local dry cleaners.

Easter Activities for the family

19 Mar

It feels like the kids have only just gone back to school but the Easter holidays are on their way! If you’r…

Patrick James Property Consultants

Professional Services

We are not what you would call a “big” estate agent, in fact, we were shortlisted as “best” small estate agent…

Sutcliffes Maritime

Professional Services

Sutcliffes Maritime (UK) Limited is a well established UK based company with a long history in shipping to Afr…

Laundry Scent Booster Multi Buy

Shopping

Buy Any 6 Laundry Scent Booster For Just £5 with the code ColchesterBid

15 Mar / 2023 - 19 Mar / 2023

Staycation guide

13 Jul

The summer holidays are here and we’re so excited. Why not take some time to explore locally in Colchester, fr…

Lion Walk Shopping Centre

Self-care with Lush Colchester!

21 Aug

Now more than ever, it’s so important to take some time to look after ourselves and practice good self-care. T…

The Green Room

Eat & Drink

Restaurant & Bar

Day Lewis Pharmacy Priory Walk

Professional Services

Compounding, counseling, dispensing of prescription, health advice, EHC, malaria treatment, erectile dysfuncti…

Making the town look pretty

01 Aug

We want to make the town welcoming and beautiful for all to enjoy.

Lisa Marie

Shopping

Open since 2010, we are a small beautiful independent boutique, based in Colchester city centre down Crouch St…

Big Eat Out Gift Card Winner!

23 Mar

Earlier this year, Our Colchester BID reintroduced the Big Eat Out Scheme. This scheme provided businesses wit…

Student Discount at Sports Direct

at Sports Direct

Students! Get 10% Off at Sports Direct That’s right, students can benefit from 10% Off — and it couldn’t be ea…

04 Apr / 2025 - 04 Apr / 2025

ABE Pre-Workout and Shaker deals at Matrix

at Matrix Fitness Store

Are you just starting your gym journey and need some help to get you through the workout? Head over to the Mat…

26 Sept / 2022 - 04 Apr / 2025

EE (Lion Walk)

Shopping

EE connects customers to the mobile and Internet world using mobile and fixed connections. We sell media, phon…

Toni & Guy

Professional Services

A British brand that firmly bridges the gap between high-fashion and hairdressing as seen by its long-standing…

Saxons

Professional Services

Estate and Letting agents.

Temme English

Professional Services

Estate Agents

The Original Artshop

Shopping

The Original Artshop is a long-established Gallery and Framing specialist celebrating over 30 years of busines…

Top Job

Professional Services

We are Colchester’s Leading Independent Recruitment Agency. Top Job Recruitment provides expert consultants wi…

River Island

Shopping

At River Island we are renowned for our stylish, affordable fashion. The unique touches we bring to our collec…

Emberwood

Shopping

Friendly Vaping shop located in Colchester on Eld Lane. Here suit the needs of all types of vapers from new to…

Colchester Arts Centre

See & Do

Live music, plays, comedy shows & other performances in a former church, with a beer selection.

The Oompah Band

Lion Walk Shopping Centre

The Christmas experience comes to Colchester with the UK’s hottest Oomparty Band — playing Ascot through to Al…

14 Dec / 2024 - 14 Dec / 2024

GRIZZ IT!

25 Mar

‘Grizz It’ To go without an item of luxury or an expression used to motivate someone to keep going during a to…

PureGym Colchester Retail Park

Entertainment & Leisure

PureGym is a 24 hour gym offering the best kit and classes, all included in your no-contract membership.…

O2

Shopping

Find the latest phones, tablets, sims and accessories at O2 Shop Colchester. Need help getting started? Get fr…

The Wedding Shop

Shopping

Beautiful designer wedding dresses and bridal gowns from the best designers in the UK, matching bridesmaid dre…

Best Days Vintage, Eld Lane

Student Discount at Vision Express

at Vision Express

20% off student discount! Be seen with the latest designer eyewear, now even more affordable with 20% off stud…

04 Apr / 2025 - 04 Apr / 2025

Textile Collective

Shopping

The Textile Collective is made up of three experienced, academically trained textile & art professionals. …

Optical Revolution

Professional Services

We are a friendly, caring and professional independent opticians based on the High Street in Colchester, provi…

Brown & White

Professional Services

Over 15 years ago, Brown & White first launched as a tanning salon with a focus on all types of tanning. B…

Craig David TS5

Castle Park

Craig David brings his incredible TS5 set to Castle Park, headlining the first Colchester Castle Summer Series…

16 Aug / 2025 - 16 Aug / 2025

Castle Park Gardens

Subway

Eat & Drink

The world-famous sandwich store opened its doors nearly 50 years ago in Bridgeport, Connecticut. Today, there …

Birkett Long

Professional Services

Birkett Long solicitors are redefining what it means to be a lawyer. Based in Essex, with offices in Colcheste…

Vulcano Etna

Eat & Drink

An authentic, family run, Sicilian eatery in the heart of Colchester with classic Italian dishes.

Welcome Back to The Tree Room

13 Apr

With April 12^th sparking hope for visitors to the town centre we’ve been speaking to our local businesses abou…

Egan Clinic

Professional Services

When you come to The Egan Clinic, whether it be for a single treatment or to relax for a whole day of pamperin…

City Girls Boutique

See & Do

A new boutique in Colchester featuring the latest fashion trends! Located on Crouch Street, this boutique offe…

The Greatest Star - Streisand

Charter Hall

Barbra Streisand is, by far, one of the worlds best known artistes in recent times. The Broadway star went fro…

22 Mar / 2025 - 22 Mar / 2025

Sainsbury's

Shopping

Supermarket

Timbers

Eat & Drink

400 year old timber framed restuarant, serving classic breakfast & hearty lunches.

Pandora

Shopping

Back in 1982, the jewellers shop that would one day become PANDORA was established by the goldsmith P. Enevold…

Student Discount at Fenwicks!

at Fenwick

Calling all students, shopping just got even better… Receive 10% off* full price orders with a unique UNiDAY…

12 Apr / 2021 - 04 Apr / 2025

Tuesdays Buy 1 Get 1

Eat & Drink

Buy One Get One at Caprinos every Tuesday! Plus get 20% off online orders. Head to their website for full det…

20 Nov / 2023 - 01 May / 2024

Metro Bank

Professional Services

Metro Bank launched in 2010 as the first new High Street bank in more than 100 years. The revolutionary UK ban…

Late Night Shopping

Lion Walk Shopping Centre

Lion Walk’s Courtyard is extending its opening hours every Wednesday this December to make your Christmas sho…

04 Dec / 2024 - 04 Apr / 2025

Lush

Shopping

Since 1995, Lush has been a trailblazer in the cosmetics industry. From inventing bath bombs and creating new,…

Jim Davidson - The Next Chapter

Charter Hall

In the ever-evolving book of British comedy, Jim Davidson OBE remains a best-seller, writing new chapters of h…

09 Feb / 2025 - 09 Feb / 2025

Palmers and Partners

Professional Services

Established in 2004, Palmer and Partners is a leading, independent Estate & Letting Agent providing compre…

Welcome Back to The George Hotel

26 May

Since being closed for refurbishment and its a very special welcome back to The George Hotel, an iconic buildi…

It's all at Number 11

Shopping

We are a family owned independent retailer and we wanted to create the type of shop that we would like to shop…

Soapbox Rally Entries to launch!

09 Mar

On your marks, get set, GO! Soapbox entries open in less than a week 🚗

THE GIVING TREE APPEAL CONTINUES TO BE A FLOURISHING SUCCESS!

22 Dec

The community of Colchester has once again dug deep by donating over £14,000 worth of presents to the Giving T…

The Perfume Shop (Superdrug)

Shopping

Luxury and budget friendly fragrances from the perfume experts

Student Discount at Mooboo

at Mooboo Bubble Tea

Calling all students who love bubble tea! Mooboo is doing a special 10% discount for students who show their v…

04 Apr / 2025 - 04 Apr / 2025

iStore

Shopping

iStore Colchester is a great place to buy Apple products, seek expert advice and learn new skills. Whether you…

Castle Fish and Grill

Eat & Drink

Castle Fish and Grill Is A Takeaway In Colchester, We Serve Great Tasting Burgers, Kebabs, Wraps, Chicken Dish…

Shakers Dairy Free

grow your own

Koryu

Eat & Drink

Koryu is a traditional and contemporary Japanese izakaya restaurant featuring modern Japanese cuisine. Offerin…

Beacon House

Professional Services

Beacon House Ministries is a Christian charity that was established to help homeless people. Beacon House offe…

Alice Bunny Hunt

Bill's

Eat & Drink

Bill’s Colchester restaurant is in a lovely old building on the high street. Pretty and characterful with plen…

Blue Sky Printing

Professional Services

Blue Sky Printing offer a wide range of printing including T‑Shirt Printing, Canvas, Aluminium Prints, Flyers …

Tesco Express

Shopping

St Botolphs Convenience Store

Shopping

Convenience Store

The Silk Road

Eat & Drink

Situated down Queen Street in Colchester Town Centre, The Silk Road has now been operating as a family run bus…

The Body Shop Loyalty Club

at The Body Shop

Every time you shop online or in-store, you may earn points and receive exclusive discounts and prizes through…

04 Apr / 2025 - 04 Apr / 2025

Wax Spiritual

60s Supremes

Entertainment & Leisure

Bring the swinging 60s to life with fantastic live entertainment from 60s Supreme. Performing music by The Sup…

15 Nov / 2024 - 15 Nov / 2024

Sir Isaacs Walk has a brand new look!

28 Jul

Have you seen the new way finding signage on Sir Isaacs Walk highlighting the destination and celebrating Colc…

The Pitta

Eat & Drink

A passionate driven business who’s main goal is to show the UK real authentic Greek Mediterranean cuisine.…

What does "Shop Local" mean to you?

23 Nov

I often sit and think about the mechanics of ‘shopping local’ and it’s true meaning. To many, this is about sh…

Student Discount at River island

at River Island

Are you missing a few items to get ready for the term? On all purchases, River Island is offering a 10% specia…

04 Apr / 2025 - 04 Apr / 2025

Tea Rose Cafe

Eat & Drink

The Tea Rose Café in central Colchester will offer you a traditional feel with its Victorian building and a co…

Other Monkey Brewing

Green Coffee Lab

Click and Collect with Lush

at Lush

Lush Colchester are now offering Click and Collect to their store! Order via lush.com before 3pm for same day…

04 Apr / 2025 - 04 Apr / 2025

Hazelmere Junior School

Professional Services

Here at Hazelmere, we aim to create a happy, safe and caring environment where children can learn with enjoyme…

Zoes Brow and Beauty Bar

Professional Services

Our aim at Zoe’s brow & beauty bar is to be a collective of creative talent working together to provide 5 …

Greggs (Culver Street)

Eat & Drink

From sandwiches to pasties, pick a great deal for breakfast and lunch at your local Greggs today. The nationa…

An Evening with Rick Stein

Charter Hall

An Evening with Rick Stein A feast for the mind! Multi-award-winning chef, restaurateur, writer and presenter …

05 Mar / 2025 - 05 Mar / 2025

GreyFriars Hotel & Restaurant

Scrivens Opticians

Professional Services

Opticians & Hearing Care offering tests as well as a selection of frames and hearing aids.

Colchester Arts Centre

Fashion Cafe Bar

Eat & Drink

Fashionable café and bar serving breakfast, lunch and snacks with alcoholic beverages and a rear garden. Very …

Indie Retailer of The Year Shortlist

Odeon Colchester

Entertainment & Leisure

Local cinema with friendly and helpful staff in the heart of Colchester. Founded back in 1930, ODEON is the l…

Upcycling Business Display

Curzon Cinema

Entertainment & Leisure

Curzon is known for being a place to explore other worlds and cultures or discover something new. Besides that…

Coldplace

Charter Hall

Coldplace – The World’s Leading Tribute to Coldplay is a stunning live concert performance, celebrating the mu…

14 Jun / 2025 - 14 Jun / 2025

Bluebelles Beauty

Shopping

“Bluebelles specialise in a wide range of beauty services ranging from Manicure, Pedicure all the way and even…

Late Night Shopping

Lion Walk Shopping Centre

The countdown to Christmas is on! If you’re almost ready but still need those finishing touches, come to Lion…

11 Dec / 2024 - 04 Apr / 2025

SING THE MUSICALS THE LIVE BAND SING-ALONG SPECTACULAR

Charter Hall

SING THE MUSICALS DIRECT FROM LONDON’S WEST END The first national tour of the greatest musicals of all time p…

18 Jan / 2025 - 18 Jan / 2025

Premier

Shopping

Continental Convenience Store

Go Outdoors

Shopping

Head down to your local Colchester GO Outdoors store and make the outdoors UNBEATABLE this season! Our Price M…

Moss Bros

Shopping

Suit store for men and provide hire/tailoring services.

Barnardos

Professional Services

Barnardo’s protect and support the UK’s most vulnerable children. We help bring out the best in them – no matt…

British Heart Foundation High Street

Shopping

Charity shop selling furniture and electrical good in Colchester.

Harris & Wood

Professional Services

Founded in early 2017 by Shane Harris + Marc Wood – Harris + Wood Property Agency is the Property Company that…

Personal Care Beauty Service of the Year Shortlist

Cafe Med

Colchester Castle

See & Do

A visit to Colchester Castle is better than ever before with interactive displays and star exhibits, like the …

Woman Like Me - The Little Mix Show

Charter Hall

The best-selling pop concert experience Woman Like Me: The Little Mix Show, returns on its UK Tour. This show …

17 Apr / 2025 - 17 Apr / 2025

Turtle bay

Culver Square

Shopping

Located in the centre of Colchester, Culver Square shopping centre is a convenient shopping location. The cent…

Headgate Theatre

See & Do

This well-equipped “little gem of a theatre” in Colchester Town Centre has been welcoming visiting amateur and…

Large Retailer of the Year Shortlist

Trans+ Awareness Week

20 Nov

To celebrate Trans+ Awareness Week we have a guest blog from Eevie Paige, from the OutHouse, delving into the …

Our guide to Mother's Day in Colchester

22 Feb

The year seems to have flown by so far and now on the horizon is Mothers Day! Here is our 2023 guide to the pe…

Teacher Treats

15 Jul

Are you looking for something special to say thank you to the teacher’s in your children’s lives?

Park Brasserie

Eat & Drink

Time well spent is often accompanied by great food. Here at Wivenhoe House, our food is tasty, hearty and thou…

Santa's Grotto at Culver

Culver Square

The magic is back! Santa himself is returning to Culver Square, ready to welcome you to his charming Christmas…

30 Nov / 2024 - 23 Dec / 2024

Lock It With Love

New look for Pizza Express

20 Oct

This week we took a trip to the newly refurbished Pizza Express to take see their new look and experience some…

Day Lewis Pharmacy Crouch Street

Professional Services

Compounding, counseling, dispensing of prescription, health advice, EHC, malaria treatment, erectile dysfuncti…

Colchester Business Awards Shortlist 2024

22 Apr

Colchester Business Awards 2024 are just around the corner, and the results are in from our first phase of vot…

Wilko

Shopping

Hardware, home of all the family needs from pick & mix for the cinema to the latest trends for your home. …

ABBA GOLD

Charter Hall

ABBA Gold come to Charter hall for the first time, a 2 hr all singing all dancing live show to get you on your…

05 Jul / 2025 - 05 Jul / 2025

Streets Chartered Accountants acquires Whittles

15 Mar

Streets Chartered Accountants, a top 40 UK accountancy practice, is delighted to announce the founding of Stre…

Charter Hall

See & Do

One of Colchester’s premier venues, Charter Hall presents a wide variety of year-round entertainment, includin…

Church Street Tavern

Eat & Drink

Downstairs bar- A casual affair with sofas and stools, café tables and counters, coffee each morning, a quick …

Salvation Army Trading

Shopping

Charity shop selling a wide selection of donated clothing.

William H Brown

Professional Services

We’re an award-winning estate agency and we operate under 11 different trading names, some of which have been …

Romano Lounge

Eat & Drink

Romano Lounge is an informal, neighbourhood food led café/bar located in Colchester — open all day every day!…

Ellisons Solicitors

Professional Services

One of the oldest, most established and fastest growing law firms in the East of England. We offer legal servi…

Large Leisure Business of the Year

Fai's Noodle Bar

Eat & Drink

Fai’s Oriental is a Thai takeaway in Colchester. Why don’t you try our Minced Beef Fried Rice or Egg Fried Ric…

Matrix Fitness Store

Shopping

All the latest Protein and Supplements in Store at the lowest prices, Pop by you want be disappointed! M A T R…

Boots

Shopping

A pharmacy-led Health and Beauty retailer. Many of our stores are on local high streets across the UK. We thin…

Romano Lounge

After Office Hours

Eat & Drink

Pub/Bar based in Colchester town centre. Pop in during the day or be welcomed by a warming buzz later in the e…

20% off for Keyworkers!

at Attwells Solicitors

Attwells are happy to offer a 20% discount for keyworkers this includes NHS staff, Carers, Blue Light cardhold…

04 Apr / 2025 - 04 Apr / 2025

DNA Networks

Professional Services

DNA Networks is a network of Christian communities based in Colchester, Essex. We are a simple organic church,…

Indie Service Business of the Year

E.M Skin Clinic and Beauty

Professional Services

Connells Estate Agents

Professional Services

An established estate agents in Colchester offering properties for sale and to let in Colchester, Stanway, Lex…

Afternoon Tea at The Brasserie

at Park Brasserie

Did someone say cake? Forget the stereotypical floral curtains and antique armchairs, Wivenhoe House is bringi…

01 Mar / 2023 - 31 Dec / 2023

Frippery Sisters

Shopping

Offering a range of amazing products, Frippery Sisters is a must see in Colchester City Centre! From ladieswea…

Fathers Day Ideas

10 Jun

Father figures come in all shapes and sizes and this Fathers Day we want to help you celebrate them and show t…

Red Lion Books

Camulodunum

Eat & Drink

Classic local pub based in the centre of the town

Indie Service Business of the Year Shortlist

Soapbox Rally: Design your own Kart

22 Aug

There’s not long until the Colchester Soapbox Rally! Whilst we wait for the Soapbox, why not design your own K…

Student Discount at Superdrug

at Superdrug

Get an extra 10% off in-store only when you show your student card in-store. Shop our incredible makeup offers…

04 Apr / 2025 - 04 Apr / 2025

Cremmaaa

Eat & Drink

We’ve always been passionate about serving the very best, speciality coffee since day one. It’s how so many of…

Bill and Bert's

Emson Haig

Shopping

Established in 1991 Emson Haig are situated in one of the UK’s largest shopping malls, Intu Lakeside. The Lake…

Student Discount at ASK Italian

at ASK Italian

Celebrate life’s great moments at your local ASK Italian. Our restaurants are a place where you can relax, unw…

04 Apr / 2025 - 04 Apr / 2025

Robert Dyas

Shopping

Retail chain selling DIY and kitchen products, homewares, electrical and gardening goods.

Discos for Grown Ups

Charter Hall

The legendary Discos for Grown ups pop-up disco party is coming to CHARTER HALL, COLCHESTER for an amazing nig…

01 Mar / 2025 - 01 Mar / 2025

Hiscox

Professional Services

Cover you can trust. Protect your Home or Business with Hiscox. Get A Quote Now. Event Insurance. Travel Insur…

New Look

Shopping

The New Look story began in 1969 as a single fashion store in the UK. From there, we’ve grown to become a lead…

Palmer & Partners Acquisition of David Martin Group Colchester

15 Mar

Palmers & Partners Estate and Lettings Agents are excited to announce the acquisition of David Martin Group (D…

Capel Court PLC

Professional Services

Capel Court Plc has an office based in Colchester, Essex, where the majority of our client meetings are held. …

Student Discount at Pure Gym

at PureGym Colchester Retail Park

STUDENTS GET UP TO 30% OFF YOUR FIRST SIX MONTHS AND £0 JOINING FEE* Join the UK’s favourite gym today and and…

13 Jul / 2022 - 01 Dec / 2023

Timpsons

Professional Services

Providing shoe repairs, key cutting, watch repairs, engraving, ID photos and phone repairs.

Tax Assist Accountants

Professional Services

TaxAssist Accountants Colchester provides a wide range of accountancy services including tax returns, annual a…

Yates

Hudson House Sports Bar & Social

Eat & Drink

Bar and restaurant specialising in steaks. Also available for private functions.

BDG Design

Professional Services

Design consultants. Own website currently under construction. Please call 01206 561436 for details.

Castle Park Theatre

See & Do

Enjoy open air theatre at Colchester Castle Park. Productions airing throughout the summer season. We are sit…

Coda Colchester

Curzon

Friars Grove Primary

Professional Services

We are proud of our reputation as a friendly, welcoming school and do our best to be approachable, open and un…

Smiggle

Shopping

Smiggle, when a smile meets a giggle! Smiggle, the world’s hottest stationery brand, was born in 2003. The ult…

Heaven Can Wait - A Tribute at Meatloaf

Charter Hall

Carlton Entertainment brings you their brand-new production featuring Meat Loaf’s greatest hits – Heaven Can W…

21 Jun / 2025 - 21 Jun / 2025

Culver Street West

Starbucks (Culver Street West)

Eat & Drink

With more than 15,000 stores worldwide, Starbucks is the leading retailer, roaster and brand of speciality cof…

First Thursdays

Lion Walk Shopping Centre

Step into a world of creativity at Lion Walk’s Courtyard as First Thursdays presents the Creative Colchester …

05 Dec / 2024 - 05 Dec / 2024

H&M

Shopping

H&M offers fashion and quality at the best price with a broad and varied selection of clothing and coordin…

TUI UK

Professional Services

Find and book your next holiday at the TUI Holiday Store in Colchester. We’ve got personal service and tailor-…

The Minories Galleries

Poundland

Shopping

Everything for £1 was the idea of our founders in 1990 and we’ve grown to become one of the largest discount &…

GLOW Hair and Beauty.

Professional Services

Welcome to Glow where we specialise in hair, beauty, skin and aesthetic treatments all under one roof. We are …

The Centurion

Eat & Drink

Join us at The Centurion, your home away from home. We’re located just off the intersection between the Head S…

The George Hotel

Eat & Drink

Restored to its former glory, The George Hotel has proudly sat on Colchester High Street in Essex for over 500…

H. Samuel

Shopping

H.Samuel has been a much loved jeweller for over 150 years. Operating for such a long time has given us a weal…

Colchester Garden Festival

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Trilogy

Entertainment & Leisure

Situated on the main high street of Colchester the venue building dates back to 1905 when it was the Grand Pal…

Welcome Back to Red Lion Books

16 Apr

Welcome back to Red Lion Books! With April 12^th sparking hope for visitors to the town centre we’ve been speak…

Bobby Davro – Everything is Funny if you can Laugh at it

Charter Hall

BOBBY DAVRO – EVERYTHING IS FUNNY IF YOU CAN LAUGH AT IT Following a series of sell-out shows at The Edinburgh…

09 May / 2025 - 09 May / 2025

Civica UK

Professional Services

Our purpose is simple. We provide the systems and the technical know-how to help our customers excel, working …

ASK Italian

Eat & Drink

The ASK Italian restaurant in Colchester is a bright, light space in a converted house with a vaulted ceiling.…

Tymperleys

Personal Care Beauty Service of the Year

Paperchase

Shopping

Stationers offering a wide range of albums, frames, designer stationery, notebooks and journals, address books…

Indie Retailer of The Year

Student Discount at Iceland

at Iceland Foods

New to Iceland? Get £6 off £45 spend at Iceland with Student Beans. Use our Iceland new customer student disc…

04 Apr / 2025 - 04 Apr / 2025

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Red Lion Hotel

Accommodation

Picturesque inn from 1465, with exposed beams & rooms with antique décor, plus à la carte dining.

Loofer's Food and Coffee Place

Eat & Drink

Family friendly restaurant serving freshly made (on the premises) food and drink: paninis, wraps, ciabattas, k…

Ellis Live Presents 21st Century Tennessee

Entertainment & Leisure

Ellis Live Presents: 21^st Century Tennessee The ultimate must-see modern day country show, combining all your …

22 Feb / 2025 - 22 Feb / 2025

Catch Up in Colchester

27 Apr

Phase three of reopening could be on the horizon and with April already proving a success, we are loving welco…

Meet Father Christmas - Weekdays

Colchester Castle

Colchester Castle’s enchanting grotto returns for 2024! This December, Father Christmas and his Castle helpers…

16 Dec / 2024 - 20 Sept / 2024

Celebrating Essex Green Day

06 Jul

Today, Wednesday 6^th July, is Essex Green Day and we at the Mercury Theatre are proud to be a supporter of thi…

Student Discounts at Odeon Cinema

at Odeon Colchester

Seen any movie trailer recently that and are very excited to see it or just a casual movie lover? Odeon has th…

04 Apr / 2025 - 04 Apr / 2025

PDSA

Shopping

Charity shop raising funds for pets

Creative, Cultural and Community Business of the Year

First Essex Buses

Professional Services

In Essex First operates a network of over 70 bus services linking towns and villages across the region. In Col…

Fubar Hair Collective

Professional Services

FUBAR was started in 2007 by Tina Livesey and Donna Chaplin. Their mission was to create a salon that had a gr…

Student Deals at KFC

at KFC

KFC have partnered up with Student beans, an online offers hub for students, to offer a free Popcorn Chicken S…

04 Apr / 2025 - 04 Apr / 2025

Venus Beauty Room

Professional Services

A full-service beauty salon in Colchester town centre offering treatments for eyes, nails, massage and waxing.…

An evening with Father Christmas and Friends

Colchester Castle

Join Father Christmas and his elves for a fun packed evening of craft, games, and Christmas magic! It’s the pe…

21 Dec / 2024 - 23 Dec / 2024

Montgomery Junior School

Professional Services

Montgomery Junior School is a friendly, caring and welcoming school with a history of strong links with the mi…

Charter Hall

Fat Face

Shopping

Two young Brits sell tees to fund their skiing lifestyle. A small business with a big heart is born. Fatface p…

The Gin Triplets

Lion Walk Shopping Centre

Join us at Lion Walk’s Courtyard for a captivating performance by The Gin Triplets, the latest creation of The…

20 Dec / 2024 - 04 Apr / 2025

Visit The Fragrance Shop with us

28 Jun

We stopped by The Fragrance Shop Colchester, and were introduced to some amazing scents! Read the full intervi…

Matane Sushi

Eat & Drink

Our highly experienced Sushi Artisans are trained to prepare over 50 recipes in both ways of traditional and i…

Manor Health and Wellness centre

Professional Services

Our Beautiful Yoga studio and Therapy Rooms here in the heart of Colchester Essex offer a wide range of natura…

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Student Discount at The Gym Group

at The Gym

Student gym membership from £119* for 9 months! Save with our 9 month student membership because university is…

04 Apr / 2025 - 04 Apr / 2025

Starbucks (Retail park)

Eat & Drink

With more than 15,000 stores worldwide, Starbucks is the leading retailer, roaster and brand of speciality cof…

Colchester High Street

Offers

Three Wise Monkey Reward Card

at Three Wise Monkeys

Monkey Rewards is a new loyalty scheme for Three Wise Monkeys, Colchester. Now, just by checking in when you a…

04 Apr / 2025 - 04 Apr / 2025

Mcdonalds

Eat & Drink

Back in 1954, a man named Ray Kroc discovered a small burger restaurant in California, and wrote the first pag…

Piccolo @42 North Hill

Eat & Drink

A warm and welcoming Authentic Italian Restaurant, serving amazing coffee, catering to individuals need, great…

Fowler Smith Mortgages & Protection

Professional Services

Fowler Smith Mortgages & Protection has been built upon a foundation of trust, integrity and passion. Thei…

Kids Piccolo Menu

at Pizza Express

PizzaExpress’ children’s menu is too good for the kids to miss. Dough Balls, pizza, pasta or salad, a dessert,…

04 Apr / 2025 - 04 Apr / 2025

Leaders

Professional Services

One of the largest independent residential property groups in the UK, with over 120 branches specialising in l…

Natural History Museum

Bellas Patisserie

Eat & Drink

Bella’s Patisserie is a new independent bakery located in Sir Isaac’s Walk! Introducing new high-quality entre…

Competitions

Castle Park

See & Do

Colchester Castle park is located at the bottom of the high street and is home to Colchester Castle and Hollyt…

Merkur Slots

Entertainment & Leisure

Merkur Slots is a really exciting place to play slot machines. You can go gaming with us online or on the high…

Visit Colchester Gift Shop

See & Do

The Visit Colchester Information Centre located in Hollytrees Museum has a fantastic Gift Shop selling Colches…

Events

Models Hair & Beauty

Professional Services

We are a family run salon located in central Colchester, just off the High Street, providing an extensive rang…

We love books!

28 Feb

World book day is fast approaching, why not treat yourself to a new book from one of the city centres book sho…

Magistrates Court

Professional Services

Colchester Magistrates Court — for all your courting needs.

Aburi

Eat & Drink

Experience dining in a beautiful, authentic Japanese restaurant located in Colchester. They use the finest ing…

Emma Kenny: Keller Couples

Charter Hall

Emma Kenny returns with an enthralling new show that plunges into the depths of love twisted into terror. Afte…

04 Apr / 2025 - 04 Apr / 2025

TK Maxx

Shopping

The concept’s simple. Our savvy buyers shop the world for the latest in designer fashion. When the time is rig…

Emo Festival

Charter Hall

DUE TO HIGH DEMAND! The Emo Festival is coming to Colchester! The greatest tribute night to the music that was…

03 May / 2025 - 03 May / 2025

M P Gallery

Places to find the perfect Valentine outfit!

03 Feb

Looking for that perfect Valentines outfit? Check out this blog we’ve put together of amazing places to find t…

Diva

Professional Services

Hairdressers on St Johns Street. Offer cuts and styling.

Early Bird Christmas Offer

at Bill's

Book & dine on our 3‑course Christmas Set Menu from £33.95 between Tuesday 12^th – Saturday 30^th November &…

12 Nov / 2024 - 30 Aug / 2024

The King's Voice: Gordon Hendricks as Elvis

Charter Hall

The King’s Voice: Gordon Hendricks As Elvis In Stoke on Trent in the early seventies, a young Gordon Hendricks…

14 Mar / 2025 - 14 Mar / 2025

Stage Text

Professional Services

We are Stagetext, a deaf-led charity. We are passionate about making the arts a more welcoming and accessible …

Game Store

Shopping

Computer games, Hardware accessories and merchandise.

The Big Quiz Night for North Essex Mind Charity

Lion Walk Shopping Centre

Join us for a festive Quiz Night at Lion Walk Courtyard, supporting Mid and North Essex Mind! Gather your frie…

22 Nov / 2024 - 04 Apr / 2025

Mirra

Eat & Drink

Our highly experienced team boast a combined experience of years in quality on Turkish cuisine. Along with our…

Twisted Treats

Eat & Drink

“I’m Jo, the creator, owner and baker at Twisted Treats. Ive spent the past 15 years working as a pastry chef …

The Festive Light Parade

01 Nov

Here’s everything you need to know about the Festive Light Parade 2023

Student Discount at Office

at OFFICE shoes

Students get 10% off at Office! Grab your next pair of shoes, something formal for a fancy event, or maybe som…

04 Apr / 2025 - 04 Apr / 2025

Langenhoe Primary

Professional Services

Langenhoe Community Primary School is an inclusive school and we are committed to teaching and promoting toler…

Lunch Deal

at Slug and Lettuce

LUNCH OFFER AT SLUG AND LETTUCE COLCHESTER 🍔Only £8pp🍔 Get a sandwich, burger or light bite &…

04 Apr / 2025 - 04 Apr / 2025

Jumbo Water Tower

See & Do

The Balkerne water tower, known affectionately as ‘Jumbo’, is the best of its type in England. Jumbo provided …

Colchester Castle Ghost Hunt

Colchester Castle

By the 13^th century Colchester Castle was in use as a prison and at times many hundreds of prisoners of war we…

08 Feb / 2025 - 09 Feb / 2025

Headgate Theatre

Prettygate schools

Professional Services

Welcome to Prettygate Schools and thank you for your interest. We are proud of our children; their attitude to…

Student Discount at Pizza Express

at Pizza Express

Enjoy 25% off bill, 50% off starters or Classic pizza for £7.95 when dining in or ordering for collection, eve…

04 Apr / 2025 - 04 Apr / 2025

Barclays Bank

Professional Services

Barclays moves, lends, invests and protects money for customers and clients worldwide. Our common Purpose is ‘…

The Comedy Store

With 40 years’ experience in the business and as the premier name in comedy, The Comedy Store is renowned as a…

21 Feb / 2025 - 21 Feb / 2025

Samuel Barber

Professional Services

East of England Co-operative Travel Service

Professional Services

Travel Agents

Zest

Shopping

Zest is a charity shop that raises funds and awareness for 14 – 25 year olds in hospice care.

Cake Box

Eat & Drink

Dedicated delicious, hand crafted, fresh cream cakes for all occasions to suit everyone’s needs. We pride ours…

Dogs Trust

Shopping

Charity shop

Greyfriars

Eat & Drink

Greyfriars is an exquisite, Michelin recommended, luxury hotel with superb restaurant and lounge bars, opened …

This Is Fever

Professional Services

We’re an award-winning graphic design and digital agency based in Colchester. We exist to be the difference yo…

UB40 ft. Ali Campbell

Castle Park

Undisputed kings of UK reggae, UB40 featuring Ali Campbell is the next announcement for the Colchester Castle …

17 Aug / 2025 - 17 Aug / 2025

Slice - Art Gallery

Eat & Drink

Slice is a busy, friendly art café in the heart of Colchester’s shopping centre. In addition to coffee and cak…

Fred Olsen

Professional Services

Fred. Olsen Travel offers worldwide holidays, cruises, city breaks, weddings & honeymoons, exhilarating ad…

Five places to go for lunch if you work in Colchester

22 Oct

We all know what it’s like when you can never decide where to go for lunch, especially at work! With so much t…

AFIUK

Professional Services

The vision of AFiUK is to equip African and other ethnic minority families in the UK to take their rightful pl…

Having a chat with Colchester Arts Centre

30 Jun

We had a chat with Anthony Roberts from Colchester Arts Centre about the venue and the great stories behind it…

All I Want For Christmas Is...

18 Dec

It’s getting close to the big day therefore shopping for those all important presents is probably high up on y…

Open Road

Professional Services

Open Road is an established Drug and Alcohol Recovery support charity in Essex and Medway. Open Road provides …

St Lawrence Church Of England Primary School

Professional Services

At St Lawrence we encourage students to develop a lifelong love of learning and pride ourselves on our friendl…

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Fenwick

Shopping

Fenwick Colchester will bring you the finest selection of luxury from around the world across fashion, beauty …

Colchester Billiard and Snooker Club

Entertainment & Leisure

Members billiard and snooker club with food and drink.

Student Discount at The Perfume Shop

at The Perfume Shop

Need a hand to by your significant other or a family member a gift which will come with loads of compliments? …

04 Apr / 2025 - 04 Apr / 2025

Two Brews Colchester

Eat & Drink

We are an independent bottle shop and craft beer bar focusing on providing Colchester with a curated selection…

Creative Hub Digital

Professional Services

We are a team of strategic problem solvers who utilise the power of digital to grow businesses. We specialise…

SOS Bus (Open Road)

Professional Services

Both our buses provide a safe haven at the centre of the night-time economy for any vulnerable person or anyon…

Wei's Kitchen

Eat & Drink

Authentic Sichuan food restaurant providing proper hot pot experience in a modern setting and taste real Chine…

Castle Park

See & Do

The centre of Colchester’s town centre is home to the sizable, beautiful, and well-kept Victorian park known a…

Gosbecks Primary

Professional Services

We are committed to helping children to achieve their potential and ‘To be the Best You Can Be.’ Every decisio…

Caffe Nero

Eat & Drink

Casual style coffee shop chain with a menu of Italian-style light dishes and specially blended drinks.

Ernest Jones

Shopping

From modest beginnings in 1949, Ernest Jones has grown from a single store in London’s Oxford Street to the hi…

Old Heath

Darcy's Traditional Sweet Shoppe

Eat & Drink

Darcy’s is a high quality sweet shop catering for everyone’s needs with sweet ranges, such as retro sweets, su…

Holland and Barrett

Shopping

Selling a wide range of products from health and wellness, sports nutrition, natural beauty, vitamins and supp…

Love Thy Burger

Eat & Drink

The idea for Love Thy Burger was born in January 2013, when Burger lover Adem Lacin was left unsatisfied by th…

Icarus Hairdressing

Professional Services

Icarus Hairdressing is a cosy and friendly boutique hair salon based in the heart of Colchester.

Cafe 21

Eat & Drink

Local, award winning suppliers bring us the best from the markets daily and we take great care turning the ing…

Winners 2023 - Colchester Business Awards!

04 Apr

Thank You for the Music - The Ultimate Tribute to ABBA

Charter Hall

Calling all Dancing Queens, this is your night to say, Thank you for the Music! This international smash-hit t…

17 Jan / 2025 - 17 Jan / 2025

Oriental House

Eat & Drink

Our experienced chefs use the best ingredients available for excellent quality of food.

Roots and Grooves

Eat & Drink

An independent café in the heart of Colchester selling great food and drink, vinyl and plants!

Taylormania

Charter Hall

An award-winning extravaganza that plays tribute to one of the leading contemporary recording artists of our t…

19 Jan / 2025 - 19 Jan / 2025

Open Mic Night

Lion Walk Shopping Centre

Calling all performers! Lion Walk’s Courtyard is hosting Open Mic Night, and this is your chance to take the s…

12 Dec / 2024 - 12 Dec / 2024

The Girl Power Experience

Charter Hall

This is a night of non-stop bangers from our epic 8‑piece girl band! You’ll be part of the action in this sing…

19 Mar / 2025 - 19 Mar / 2025

Valuation Office Agency

Professional Services

The Valuation Office Agency is a government body in England and Wales. It is an executive agency of Her Majest…

Patch

Eat & Drink

Patch is a new vegetarian plant-led café in the heart of Colchester, opened in September 2022, with an emphasi…

Colchester Town Hall

Colchester Town Hall, with its rich history dating back to the 18^th century, is often shrouded in tales of the…

22 Feb / 2025 - 23 Feb / 2025

Streets Whittles

Professional Services

As a leading firm of chartered accountants, we look after the accountancy, tax planning and business advisory …

British Heart Foundation Long Wire Street

Shopping

Charity shop selling furniture and electrical good.

Aston Lark

Professional Services

Industry-leading and completely independent insurance brokers. From our 19 offices across the UK, we bring our…

Debenhams

Buzz Bingo

Entertainment & Leisure

Large chain bingo centre in Colchester with electronic gaming and slot machines, plus regular live entertainme…

JD Sports

Shopping

JD Sports has long been established as the leading UK retailer of fashionable and own-brand sportswear. The fi…

Colchester Library & Community Hub

See & Do

Public Library and Information Services

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