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Colchester is a historic town with Roman walls, a castle and a long tradition of welcoming visitors. Check opening times before you go.
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First date ideas in Colchester
Three easy places to meet someone new in and around Colchester. Check opening times before you go.
Colchester Castle and Castle Park
A Norman castle keep in a large public park in Colchester town centre. The park is free to enter. Check opening times before you go if you want to visit the castle.
The Dutch Quarter
A set of old lanes close to Colchester town centre with historic timber framed houses. Free to wander.
The Roman town wall
Sections of the old Roman wall close to Colchester town centre. Free to walk beside.
Around Colchester
Neighbourhoods and nearby towns: Colchester town centre, Stanway, Lexden, Wivenhoe, West Mersea and Marks Tey.
Getting there: Colchester station is on the Great Eastern Main Line, with trains to London Liverpool Street, Ipswich and Norwich, and Colchester Town station has trains to Clacton. The A12 and A120 are the main roads.
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Questions about dating in Colchester
What is a good first date in Colchester?
There are plenty of easy options: a walk in Castle Park, a stroll through the Dutch Quarter and a look at the Roman town wall. Choose somewhere public, keep it short and check opening times before you go.
How do I get to Colchester?
Colchester station is on the Great Eastern Main Line, with trains to London Liverpool Street, Ipswich and Norwich, and Colchester Town station has trains to Clacton. The A12 and A120 are the main roads.
Can I join Silver Gay Singles from Colchester?
Yes. Creating a profile is free, and you can say where you live. Silver Gay Singles covers the whole UK, so you can look at other towns too.
Is it safe to meet someone from online dating in Colchester?
Meet somewhere public, tell a friend where you are going and keep the first date short. Our guide to dating safely has more tips.