Residents share reasons on why they love living in historic Roman city in Essex From beautiful green spaces and historic landmarks, residents say there’s plenty to love about living in the historic Roman city.

#Colchester England’s oldest recorded town and a city rich in history, continues to charm its residents with a unique blend of heritage, culture, and community spirit.

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Anyone and everyone who can spare an hour or two - or more - to help make #Colchester, #BritainsFirstCity an even better place to live iN, work in or visit would be more than welcome ...

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It's great to see that #Colchester #Library has now reopened following a lengthy closure for repair and refurbishment.

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In pictures: Family-favourite returns to Colchester in biggest race yet The family-favourite Soapbox Derby returned to Colchester today in style after organisers promised their biggest race yet.

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Yesterday's #Colchester Soapbox Rally - the biggest race yet - was a fantastic event.

Here's some of the coverage and pictures...

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Residents say UK's oldest city in Essex is a hidden gem, a 'must-visit' From its Roman heritage to a vibrant mix of independents, events, and green spaces, Colchester city centre still has everything anyone could ever…

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Whether you refer to it as Britain's first city or England's oldest recorded city, Colchester has a wealth of things going for it.

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It's great to see that @EssexHighways have just replaced the damaged guardrails and lit 'give way' sign at the pelican crossing by the Albert Roundabout after they'd been struck by a vehicle.

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Every summer the ancient streets of #Colchester #BritainsFirstCity are brightened by summer planting.

Here's a couple of shots of the baskets at The Playhouse - but other businesses and groups plant as well.

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There's been some great progress with the repaint of #Colchester's grade ll listed North Bridge by @essexhighways .

The job's not finished yet - the railings before and after the bridge are yet to be tackled...

Congratulations!

#History and #Heritage ooze from every stone, brick and timber here in #BritainsFirstCity.

Nowhere else more so perhaps, than at #Colchester Castle

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The much needed and welcome pavement repairs were undertaken on Culver Street West, Sir Isaac's Walk, Trinity Street and Trinity Square as well as some sections of the High Street.

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Our clockand watch making heritage hasn't quite vanished.

There are, for instance, some splendid examples in the #HollytreesMuseum

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OK we're in the new year. 2025 and all that

If you made one, you might already have failed your New Years Resolution.

If you didn't. How about resolving to be actively #PositiveAboutColchester this year?

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Major £988,000 repair project on river wall in Colchester nears completion The work at Fieldgate Quay, which started in August, has been carried out by Colchester Council and contractors Henderson and Taylor.

A MAJOR repair project on a river wall in Colchester is nearing completion following a £988,000 investment.

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