Colchester Castle Museum
Castle Park, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1TJ
Colchester Castle is Europe's largest Norman keep and was built on the foundations of the Roman Temple of Claudius. It was constructed around 1076 by William the Conqueror and has been a royal fortress, prison and, since 1860, a museum with internationally important Iron Age and Roman finds from the local area.
This Summer's special exhibition is 'Gaia', a captivating six-metre diameter floating globe that brings the Earth’s beauty to an unprecedented scale. A multi-sensory encounter that pays homage to our planet's beauty and complexity. Come along to discover more!
Colchester Castle has historical associations with Boudica, William the Conqueror, King John and Matthew Hopkins, the infamous Witchfinder General. More information is available in our award-winning souvenir guidebook.
Timings & Tours
- Saturday 14 September:
- 1000-1700
Location & directions
Castle Park, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1TJ
- Contact on day:
- Duty Officer
- Telephone number:
- +441206282939
Booking information
- Pre-booking requirement:
- Pre-booking not required
Accessibility details
There are a limited number of disabled bays by the Museum Street entrance to Castle Park.
Additional information
Last admission is at 1630. Guidebooks and gifts available in the museum shop. Other buildings open nearby for Heritage Open Days on the same day are Roman Circus Centre, St John's Green Primary School, Colchester Town Hall, Quaker Meeting House, 7 Queen Street, Hollytrees Museum and Colchester High School.
