Award-winning outdoor spaces that are second to none
Colchester has a landscape heritage like no other, characterised by the quality, quantity and variety of its parks and open spaces.
From the historic well-loved Castle Park, situated in the heart of the town, to the expansive Recreation Ground at Old Heath, Colchester’s outdoor spaces are truly unmissable.
Castle Park is a fully licensed venue for 14,999 people and offers a delightful range of locations to hire to suit any scale or type of event. There are hire opportunities at Lower Castle Park, The Castle Bailey, The Bandstand, Bowls Green, Hollytrees Lawn and Hollytrees Meadow.
The Recreation Ground, the oldest public open space in Colchester, is a popular venue for large productions like fairs and circuses, and also plays host to smaller events like community fetes and children’s activities. Originally the garrison parade ground, it offers a large, open, grassed site of approximately 21 acres and is fully licensed with a capacity of up to 4,999 people.
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