Colchester Natural History Museum

All Saints Church
High Street
Colchester
Essex
CO1 1DN
England

Website

www.cimuseums.org.uk/natural/nat_index.html

E-mail

museums@colchester.gov.uk

Telephone

01206 282939

Fax

01206 282925

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Natural History Museum, Colchester
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Did you know there was an earthquake in Colchester in 1884? Or that Mammoths and Hippos used to roam around here? If you didn't and you want to find out more, come to the Natural History Museum.

Housed in the unique setting of the former All Saints Church in 1957, the Museum focuses on the rich natural heritage of north-east Essex. Travel from the open through the salt marshes and beaches to the more familiar urban environments of the park. Discover what rocks lie beneath your feet with a look at local geology. You can even find out what lurks in your garden!

There are hands-on-displays, live animals plus a chuchyard nature reserve and a well stocked shop. So if you've always wondered about the wildlife in Colchester and that includes you! - why not pop in? It's free!

Venue Type:

Museum

Opening hours

Tue-Sat 1000-1700
Sun 1100-1700

Admission charges

Free Admission

Collection details

Natural Sciences

Events details are listed below. You may need to scroll down or click on headers to see them all. For events that don't have a specific date see the 'Resources' tab above.
toddler

Busy Beetles: Under 5's sessions

20 August 2013

Through a mix of play, stories, rhymes, trails and craft activities we explore the museum's collections in a very practical, interactive way. The magnifying glasses and torches are always very popular for exploring, and craft activities provide a chance to try something new. Come and join in the fun and make some new friends.
Busy Beetles takes place on third Tuesday of every month.

Busy Beetles takes place on the third Tuesday of every month at the Natural History Museum, Colchester.

Suitable for

  • 0-4

When

10:15-11:15am

Admission

Busy Beetles sessions are very popular. To book a place drop into the Natural History Museum or ring: 01206 282941.
Cost: £2 per child.

toddler

Busy Beetles: Under 5's sessions

21 May 2013 *on now

Through a mix of play, stories, rhymes, trails and craft activities we explore the museum's collections in a very practical, interactive way. The magnifying glasses and torches are always very popular for exploring, and craft activities provide a chance to try something new. Come and join in the fun and make some new friends.
Busy Beetles takes place on third Tuesday of every month.

Busy Beetles takes place on the third Tuesday of every month at the Natural History Museum, Colchester.

Suitable for

  • 0-4

When

10:15-11:15am

Admission

Busy Beetles sessions are very popular. To book a place drop into the Natural History Museum or ring: 01206 282941.
Cost: £2 per child.

toddler

Busy Beetles: Under 5's sessions

18 June 2013

Through a mix of play, stories, rhymes, trails and craft activities we explore the museum's collections in a very practical, interactive way. The magnifying glasses and torches are always very popular for exploring, and craft activities provide a chance to try something new. Come and join in the fun and make some new friends.
Busy Beetles takes place on third Tuesday of every month.

Busy Beetles takes place on the third Tuesday of every month at the Natural History Museum, Colchester.

Suitable for

  • 0-4

When

10:15-11:15am

Admission

Busy Beetles sessions are very popular. To book a place drop into the Natural History Museum or ring: 01206 282941.
Cost: £2 per child.

toddler

Busy Beetles: Under 5's sessions

23 July 2013

Through a mix of play, stories, rhymes, trails and craft activities we explore the museum's collections in a very practical, interactive way. The magnifying glasses and torches are always very popular for exploring, and craft activities provide a chance to try something new. Come and join in the fun and make some new friends.
Busy Beetles takes place on third Tuesday of every month.

Busy Beetles takes place on the third Tuesday of every month at the Natural History Museum, Colchester.

Suitable for

  • 0-4

When

10:15-11:15am

Admission

Busy Beetles sessions are very popular. To book a place drop into the Natural History Museum or ring: 01206 282941.
Cost: £2 per child.

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