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Castle Park and Gardens

Colchester, Essex · 4.6 · 1,359 visitor reviews

Colchester, CO1 1DN

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About

Castle Park and Gardens in Colchester offers families a delightful green space steeped in history in Essex, East of England. This outdoor park welcomes visitors of all ages, from babies and toddlers to teenagers, with open spaces perfect for play and relaxation. The park sits in the shadow of Colchester Castle, providing a beautiful historical backdrop for family outings.

Toilet facilities and baby changing amenities make visits comfortable, while pushchair-friendly paths allow easy exploration with young children. Whether you are looking for parks in Colchester or outdoor activities in Essex with kids, Castle Park and Gardens provides a wonderful setting for picnics, play, and discovering the rich heritage of Britain's oldest recorded town.

Good for: all ages, babies toddlers, older children, teenagers, young children

Facilities

  • Toilets
  • Baby Changing
  • Pushchair Friendly
  • Accessible Parking
  • Accessible Entrance

Prices

Park: Free admission Bouncy Castle (5 mins): £1 Boating (20 mins): £2.50 Golf may charge separately

Opening times

Monday: Open 24 hours Tuesday: Open 24 hours Wednesday: Open 24 hours Thursday: Open 24 hours Friday: Open 24 hours Saturday: Open 24 hours Sunday: Open 24 hours

Common questions

Is Castle Park free to visit?

Yes, entry is free! Historic park with castle ruins, play areas, and beautiful gardens in Essex.

Is Castle Park suitable for young children?

Yes, the park welcomes all ages from babies and toddlers to teenagers with play areas and open spaces.

What are the opening hours?

Open 24 hours every day.

Does Castle Park have facilities?

Yes, there is accessible parking, baby changing, toilets, accessible entrance, and pushchair-friendly paths.

Where is Castle Park and Gardens?

In Colchester, Essex in the East of England - beautiful historic park with Roman castle ruins.

What families say

4.6

1359 reviews