Colchester holiday parks, Essex Holiday parks - caravans, lodges parks around Colchester
Colchester is a vibrant, bustling town in northeastern Essex. Known for its incredible history, Colchester was the first Roman settlement in England and the original capital city. Filled with historical places to visit like Colchester Castle and Hollytrees Museum. Colchester is a great base to enjoy the Essex coast and countryside and with a great choice of shops and entertainment in town, it makes for a popular place to book a self-catering caravan holiday in Essex.
Families love Colchester because it's easy to get to and has a traditional, easy charm. The nearby coastal beaches are ideal for toddlers and younger families. Couples love the nostalgia, beautiful country and coastal walks and choice of great pubs, bars and restaurants.
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Restaurants | 20+ |
Cycle paths & mountain biking | ✔ |
Coastal and country walks | ✔ |
Castles & Museums | ✔ |
Art Gallery | ✔ |
Family friendly | ✔ |
Nearest major airport | Southend (24 miles) |
Nearest train station | Colchester Station |
Featured holiday parks in Colchester
The caravan and lodge parks in and around Colchester provide excellent, affordable self-catering holiday options with static caravans and luxury lodges. Many holiday parks also offer a range of pitches for camping, touring and motorhomes. Renting a holiday home is the perfect choice for a self-catering staycation as it provides total flexibility whilst owning a holiday home in Colchester gives you the freedom to stay as often as you like, for as long as you like.
Park holiday homes for sale
If you are looking to buy a park holiday home, see our selection of new and pre-owned static caravans for sale on holiday parks throughout Essex. There is a wide selection of 2 and 3 bedroom caravans and lodges from leading holiday home manufacturers such as Omar, Swift, ABI and Willerby.
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Things to ssee & do in and around Colchester
Colchester is a great base to enjoy the Essex coast and countryside. Seaside towns, sandy beaches and the beautiful and often overlooked countryside. The adventurous will enjoy the adrenalin watersports along the coast, high ropes courses, walking or cycling coastal and country trails and wide choice of golf courses.
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High Woods Country Park | ✔ |
Castle Park | ✔ |
Colchester Arts Centre | ✔ |
St Botolph's Priory ruins | ✔ |
Visit Brightlingsea seaside town | ✔ |
Family day out at Wyvernwood Theme park | ✔ |

Our view on Colchester holiday parks
Colchester is a popular holiday destination with families who want to enjoy affordable self-catering holidays in Essex. Colchester is easy to get to and has a great choice of family entertainment. With a traditional atmosphere, Colchester has plenty to see and do and staying on a holiday park around Colchester is ideal for friends, families and groups. Holiday parks provide the freedom and flexibility to do what you want, when you want and lets you enjoy Colchester and the surrounding area at your own pace.