Colchester Attractions

 
Colchester, situated not far from the East Coast about 50mi/80km northeast of London, can claim to be the oldest town in Britain, having been a Celtic capital even before the Romans came. Colchester is famous for its rose nurseries and its excellent oysters from the oyster beds in the estuary of the River Colne. It is an attractive town with many fine old buildings of various periods. Extensive excavation has unearthed, among other things, the best preserved Roman walls in Britain.

The site has a long history of settlement, extending back at least to the Bronze Age.

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Located in the 11th C Castle, the Castle Museum features displays on a variety of areas, from archeological finds, to the history of the castle.

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