Colchester Castle, Norman castle and museum in Colchester, England
The castle features thick stone walls constructed with Roman bricks, large windows, and a rectangular keep measuring 46 meters by 34 meters.
Built in 1076 upon the foundation of the Temple of Claudius, the castle served as a royal fortress, prison, and private residence through different centuries.
The museum exhibits display numerous Roman artifacts, including the Fenwick Hoard and Colchester Gladiator Vase, representing the local heritage of Britain's oldest town.
The castle opens Monday through Saturday from 10:00 to 17:00 and Sundays from 11:00 to 17:00, with guided tours available throughout the day.
Visitors can operate a working replica of a Roman ballista mounted on the castle's east wall while learning about medieval defense mechanisms.
Location: Colchester
Inception: 1069
Founders: Eudo Dapifer
Architects: Gundulf
Architectural style: Norman architecture
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
Part of: Colchester and Ipswich Museums Service
Address: Castle Park, Colchester CO1 1TJ CO1 1TJ
Website: https://colchester.cimuseums.org.uk/visit/colchester-castle
GPS coordinates: 51.89059,0.90305
Latest update: May 27, 2025 06:52
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