Places worth the detour in Colchester
17 places worth going out of your way for lie within 12 km of Colchester, United Kingdom, across 6 kinds of detour; ruins, relics & eerie places are the largest group (5). Best known: Camulodunum. 15 of them rank as little-known. Click any card to open it on the map.
All 17, ranked 17
Ranked by how many Wikipedia editions cover them.
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2.Colchester Castle
Built landmarks · 11th century · Notable
Norman castle in Colchester, United Kingdom
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5.Balkerne Gate
Ruins & the uncanny · 1st century · Hidden gem
1st-century Roman gateway in Colchester
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6.Layer Marney Tower
Ruins & the uncanny · Hidden gem
Grade I listed country house in Layer Marney, Essex, England, UK
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10.Firstsite
Museums & culture · 21st century · Hidden gem
Contemporary art gallery in Colchester, Essex, England
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11.Bridge Cottage
Ruins & the uncanny · Hidden gem
Historic cottage in Flatford, Suffolk, England, UK
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12.The Minories
Museums & culture · 20th century · Hidden gem
Building in Colchester, Essex, England, UK
