Colchester
Colchester is a large station on the north of Colchester and is an interchange for services to Norwich and Ipswich from Clacton and intermediate stations between Witham and Colchester. Locally it is known as "Colchester North".
Britains oldest recorded town was first settled by Trinovantes in the 1st century BC. It has over 2000 years of fascinating history and heritage to be discovered, which involves the Romans, Saxons and the Normans. This history is interpreted and displayed in the local museums using exciting and up to date methods. During the Middle Ages the chief trade was cloth making, revived by the influx of Flemish refugees in the 16th and 17th centuries. Today Colchester is famous for its oysters and an oyster feast is held annually. The town has its own top class repertory theatre, a zoo, castle, park and excellent shopping.
Local attractions
One of the most famous attractions is Colchester Castle, which houses notable artifacts as well as more recent arts and crafts. Another attraction is Colchester Zoo, where animals include the chimps, lions, tigers, cheetahs, meerkats, birds, anteaters and much more.
A sightseeing bus leaves Colchester Train Station at regular times throughout the day - for more information please visit City Sightseeing.
Monday to Friday:
Fastest train to London: 49 Minutes
First train to London: 04:43
Last train from London: 00:46
