Closures, cancellations and suspended services

Colchester Borough Council buildings have been closed to the public to help delay the spread of coronavirus. This includes:

• Leisure World Colchester, Highwoods and Tiptree 
• Aqua Springs Spa
• Charter Hall
• Town Hall
• Colchester Castle, Hollytrees Museum and the Natural History Museum
• Colchester's Visitor Information Centre
• High Woods Country Park Visitor Centre

Other closures include:

Sports grounds, skateparks and sports court

All our skateparks, ball courts and basketball courts are closed, in-line with current government national lockdown guidelines, to help stop the spread of coronavirus.

Find out more about how to meet others safely.

Allotments

Colchester Borough Council-owned allotments are open. If you are planning to visit your allotment, we ask you to follow the advice from The National Allotment Society.

Beach huts

Beach Huts in West Mersea are open, however users must comply with the Government’s guidelines and social distancing rules to protect themselves and others from the spread of coronavirus. Pathways must not be obstructed, and there must be at least a two-metre clearance at all times.

Annual invoices were sent out and were adjusted to reflect the recent temporary closure.

The pontoon at West Mersea is currently restricted to boat users only, who should follow the Government’s guidelines and 2 metre social distancing rules.

Essex Libraries

For more information on library closures, please visit the Essex County Council website. 

The eLibrary service will continue to be available 24/7. 

Book of Remembrance room and the Prayer Room closures

The crematorium and cemetery are open for funerals with up to 30 mourners. The Book of Remembrance, Prayer Room and the crematorium office are still closed to visitors. Visitors must follow current guidelines.

The cemetery and Garden of Remembrance will be closed to visitors, except for those who are attending a funeral, attending the scattering or burial of ashes, or visiting the grave or memorial of a loved one.

For more information, please see our bereavement services page.