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Colchester Town Hall

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Colchester Town Hall
4.5
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#26 of 72 things to do in Colchester
Points of Interest & Landmarks • Architectural Buildings • Civic Centres
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Monday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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Built in 1898, Colchester Town Hall is a Grade 1 listed building with an ornate facade, superb rooms and a fabulous Italian marble staircase. Set in the heart of historic Colchester the Town Hall has a wealth of Mayoral history and regalia and plays host to civic functions and meetings as well as hosting weddings, celebrations, parties and public events. Visitors are welcome.
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Detailed Reviews: Reviews order informed by descriptiveness of user-identified themes such as cleanliness, atmosphere, general tips and location information.
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4.5
34 reviews
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Jim P
Chelmsford, UK3 contributions
No entry
Solo
According to the Colchester District Council website "the Town Hall is open to members of the public to look around".
Apparently not. I couldn't get past the security desk as I was told that casual visitors are not allowed in.
Written June 15, 2022
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Dexter B
London, UK27 contributions
Wedding Evening Reception :-)
We attended friends wedding reception at the town hall, excellent venue with great food, dj & band on 2nd floor venue room. Town Hall security staff in attendance were excellent and helpful during the evening. Thoroughly enjoyed our experience here :-)
Written June 5, 2022
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RockinPamela
Colchester, UK50 contributions
Beautiful period building, majestic and imposing, you know you've been there!
The town hall is the perfect place for a wedding ceremony or even a reception up in the moot hall. Different venues available.
Written May 17, 2022
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MalcH
Loughborough, UK2,733 contributions
Impressive
Couples
Amazing building and so dominant in the high street. If you like your architecture then def worth checking out. Make sure you go inside too.
Written October 23, 2021
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Europe1,344 contributions
Centre of high street
Sit high in the middle of the of the high street in town. Worth a look of your into your architecture or history.
Written May 21, 2021
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lesleyp10
Leicester, UK17 contributions
Graduation ceremony
Family
What a wonderful building! The staff plus the ambience of this place made my daughters special day so memorable
Thank you
Written March 6, 2020
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Malcolm C
21 contributions
Colchester landmark
It dominates the high street, popular with weddings and the clock tower and buildings ornate details typical confident Victorian design. Also bells often reminds me of the time when I'm lost on my allotment
Written December 27, 2019
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Ventoraisle
Faversham, UK109 contributions
Soul music event
Wow beautiful location, great atmosphere totally different as a dance location. Really enjoyed the event and being able to admire a palatial sparkling clean and well loved building.
Written December 1, 2019
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unhappy066
London74 contributions
Fantastic
Family
The Town Hall is a wonderful example of Victorian architecture something my daughter is very interested in. A recommended visit.
Written June 17, 2019
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Paul R
Colchester, UK17 contributions
A stunning venue
Business
Recently held a summer in the Moot Hall. An elegant and striking venue, highly recommended. The catering team are exceptional and they supplied a lovely meal and full bar for 140 guests.
Written June 9, 2019
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Colchester Town Hall is open:
  • Mon - Fri 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM