Colchester Borough Council is monitoring the situation closely and will continue to take action to minimise disruption and keep residents and visitors safe.
Coronavirus: updates, advice and guidance
Find on the map
By Road: Parking is available with a charge at any of the towns' car parks. The nearest car parks are Nunn's Road, Priory Street and Osborne Street. Follow town centre signage to the High Street and Castle Park.
By Bus: A number of buses stop on the High Street. Find nearby bus stops: Town Centre Map - Bus Stops
Map of Castle Park
The park is open everyday but is locked on an evening. Opening times are listed below, however some parts of the park may be closed to the general public during events.
Toilets will close 1 hour before the park.
ACCESS WILL BE RESTRICTED FROM 30 MINUTES BEFORE THE PUBLISHED CLOSING TIME
1 January – 29 February 7.30am to 5.00pm
1 March – 14 March 7.30am to 6.00pm
15 March – 31 March 7.30am to 6.30pm
1 April – 14 April 7.30am to 8.00pm
15 April – 30 April 7.30am to 8.30pm
1 May – 14 August 7.30am to 9.00pm
1 August – 14 August 7.30am to 9.00pm
15 August – 31 August 7.30am to 8.30pm
1 September – 14 September 7.30am to 8.00pm
15 September – 30 September 7.30am to 7.00pm
1 October – 14 October 7.30am to 6.30pm
15 October – 31 October 7.30am to 6.00pm
1 November – 31 December 7.30am to 5.00pm
Please note that dogs are only allowed in the Lower Park and must be kept under close control.
