Fun things to do in Colchester (GB)

Did you know that there was an earthquake in Colchester in 1884? Or that mammoths and hippos used to roam this area? Find out more about local wildlife habitats, biodiversity and climate change at this much-loved, family-friendly museum. Get up close to nature as you learn about stag beetles – a Colchester success story – and discover the secrets of the drowned world underneath the North Sea.

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Cake Box Colchester is most popular around 3 PM on Tuesdays. It's most quiet on Sundays.

Located in the heart of Colchester, Cake Box Colchester is surrounded by popular landmarks such as Colchester Castle, Colchester Zoo, and the historic Colchester Town Hall. The store is conveniently accessible, with Colchester Town railway station just a five-minute walk away and Osbourne Street Bus Station only a two-minute walk. All First Group bus routes go via the station, making it easy to visit.

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It's most quiet on Wednesdays.

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The Abbey Arms is most popular around 7 PM on Thursdays. It's most quiet on Mondays.

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Balkerne Gate is most popular around 2 AM on Mondays. It's most quiet on Saturdays.

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Roots and Grooves Cafe is most popular around 12 PM on Thursdays. It's most quiet on Wednesdays.

Roots & Grooves Cafe is a unique experience. A fusion of great food and coffee with our house plant shop, Vinyl record shop and Vintage pop up. Come in and shop or sit and soak up the atmosphere while enjoying some of our own blend coffee and great food.

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