Being England oldest recorded town, there are many buildings of architectural importance within Colchester. The castle is 10minute walk from the hotel, take a walking guide tour or an open top bus to find out about Colchester's history. Colchester has many interesting musuems, Holly Trees, Natural History and Tymperleys Clock to name but a few.
Colchester shopping centre has all the high street names and many small unique shops.
The Best Western Rose and Crown Hotel is ideally located to visit all the historic sights of East Anglia. Just 15 minutes away from Constable Country where you can visit Flatford Mill and Dedham. Centrally located for day visits to Cambridge, Long Melford, Lavenham, Bury St Edmunds and the Essex Coastline. Located just 10 minutes away is Beth Chatto Gardens at Elmstead Market Internationally acclaimed gardens of drought, water and woodland situations.
For the young at heart, there is the award winning Colchester Zoo and also Roller World, Quaser and close to Colchester Leisure centre for a fitness pool, fun pool and Aqua Springs for those who want to chill out.
Colchester is also known for its many golf courses and driving ranges. The Best Western Rose and Crown Hotel offers its guests the privilege to play at the best of these.
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