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Colchester Castle Museum
An outdoor museum in Colchester, aimed at ages 0–12.
📍 Colchester, Essex · CO1 1TJ
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Visitor information
- About
- An outdoor museum in Colchester, aimed at ages 0–12.
- Ages
- 0–12
- Typical visit
- Half day
- Address
- Castle Park
- Opening times
- Hours change through the year — check the official website for current hours.
⚠️ Opening times, prices and seasonal closures change often. Always confirm on the official website before you set off.Details last checked 5 Oct 2026.
Family facilities
Last checked 5 Oct 2026
- AccessibilityNo buggy storage; virtual tour for inaccessible areas; AccessAble guide available.
- Good on a rainy day
A guide, not a guarantee. Shown only where the venue or a trusted source has told us. Not listed doesn't mean not available — check with the venue if it matters for your visit.
What's happening in Colchester Castle
Everything we list here and within half a mile, in one place.
Coming up
Baby and Toddler RhymetimeWed 28 OctBaby and Toddler RhymetimeWed 28 OctNew Parents' RhymetimeFri 30 OctDiscover Maria's Island - storytelling sessionFri 30 OctJack and the BeanstalkSat 21 Nov – Sun 17 JanAlso here
Bubble N BounceSoft PlayCastle Park and GardensNature & gardensGaming Bus StreetSide Gaming Essex and SuffolkSoft PlayHollytrees MuseumMuseumHollywood Bowl ColchesterBowlingMercury TheatreTheatreODEON ColchesterTheatreTenpin ColchesterBowlingThe Colchester Mystery Treasure TrailTrails & treasure huntsPast events here (19)
Most of these come round again — worth looking out for next time.
Baby and Toddler RhymetimeMon 26 OctBaby and Toddler RhymetimeMon 26 OctNew Parents' RhymetimeFri 23 OctReading to a Therapy DogFri 23 OctBaby and Toddler RhymetimeWed 21 OctBaby and Toddler RhymetimeWed 21 OctRelaxed Play TimeMon 19 OctBaby and Toddler RhymetimeMon 19 OctBaby and Toddler RhymetimeMon 19 OctCreating Characters: Children's Creative Writing WorkshopSat 17 OctNew Parents' RhymetimeFri 16 OctReading to a Therapy DogFri 16 OctBaby and Toddler RhymetimeWed 14 OctBaby and Toddler RhymetimeWed 14 OctRelaxed Play TimeMon 12 OctBaby and Toddler RhymetimeMon 12 OctBaby and Toddler RhymetimeMon 12 OctNew Parents' RhymetimeFri 9 OctReading to a Therapy DogFri 9 Oct
Tumble lists this attraction for discovery only — we're not affiliated with it and earn nothing from your visit. Always check the official website for the latest opening times, prices and booking requirements.