Life in Essex

Colchester and Essex

Situated in the county of Essex, to the north-east of London, Colchester is very easy to get to from London.

There are places to explore by bus or car, including a castle with an ancient history. For a small town, there are lots of restaurants and interesting things to do and see, all of which you'll find by going to the website of the Colchester Guide.

There is a relatively low crime rate in Colchester.  Sometimes it is the warmest and driest part of the UK.  Brightlingsea and Clacton-on-Sea are nearby and there are lovely walks by the river. You can explore Manningtree, Harwich, Mersea Island, Maldon, and Sudbury by train (in Suffolk). There are also various festivals and shows in the summer if you have got transport.

It is quite green here, in town and on campus. It is relatively undeveloped, especially when you compare it with big cities with far too many skyscrapers.

If you are interested in local artists, you might want to see some of the work of Constable who painted in Dedham.

You might be surprised to know that Colchester is a sister city for Jiangsu Province in China.

Last modified on 13 January 2012