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Colchester Castle Museum
Heritage Open Day: A much loved museum in the picturesque Castle Park, this is the annual opportunity to explore this fascinating building free of charge. 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.
Sat 14 Sep:1000-1700; Free Entry.
Castle Park, Colchester, Essex CO1 1TJ
Sat 14 September