Variety in types of attractions

Colchester Castle is a powerful fortification built by the Normans after their invasion of Britain. Today, a historical museum has placed its exposition inside its walls. Colchester Castle was built by decree of William the Conqueror. The work lasted almost 50 years, starting around 1070. The foundation of the fortress served as the ruins of the Roman temple of Claudius. Thanks to the work of archaeologists, today they are available for inspection. The builders of the castle were not too picky when choosing materials stones and bricks from Roman buildings preserved at that time were used. In the Middle Ages the fortress was a prison for criminals and a place for keeping witches exposed.

The Beth Chatto Gardens began in 1960. From an overgrown wasteland with poor gravel soil and boggy hollows, using the principles of ecological planting, it has been transformed into 7 acres of informal garden comprising of the Gravel Garden, Water Garden, Reservoir Garden, Woodland Garden and Scree Garden all harmonising with the surrounding countryside. The gardens are an inspiration to anyone who visits them - the art of planting at its best. There is also an extensive Nursery with choice of over 2,000 different kinds of mainly herbaceous plants and bulbs. Light and spacious Tearoom with homemade cakes, light lunches, breakfasts, fresh ground coffee and selection of teas.