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Stanway Roadworks: Road Closures and Traffic Orders Near Stanway
Stanway roadworks: Maldon Road (Stanway/Colchester) (now, until 26 Nov) and every other traffic order within 3 km, checked each morning with the council's...
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Christmas
Where to Buy a Christmas Tree Near Colchester 2026
We checked 8 places to buy a Christmas tree near Colchester, from Fred Smith's at Boxted to Bullbanks Farm, for 2026 dates and delivery. Updated November 2026.
Food & Drink
Christmas Dinner in Colchester: Nine Places Still Taking Bookings
Nine Colchester places still taking Christmas Day bookings, from £61.99 to £165, with children's rates, deposits and pay-by dates. Checked 10 November 2026.
Greenstead
Colchester Dispersal Orders Until 4pm Sunday: Three Areas Mapped
Essex Police dispersal orders cover parts of Greenstead, Shrub End and Stanway until 4pm on Sunday 1 November. The force's three maps and what the power allows.
Community
New NWR Women's Group Launches in Colchester 16 Nov
National Women's Register starts a Colchester group, with a first meeting on 16 November at Stanway Garden Centre's restaurant. What members do and how to join.
Stanway
Stanway Weather: 7-Day Forecast and Today's Hourly Outlook
Stanway weather today: overcast, 9°C by day and 3°C overnight, with a 0% chance of rain and winds up to 13 mph. Seven-day forecast, updated every morning.
Stanway
Stanway Harvester Severely Damaged in Overnight Fire
The fire that severely damaged the Harvester on London Road, Stanway, was accidental, Essex Fire says. Crews were called at 12.50am on 15 October.
Crime
Stanway and Tollgate Named ASB Hotspot: 22 Weeks of Patrols
Stanway and Tollgate get three extra police patrols a week for 22 weeks. Anti-social behaviour reports there rose from 93 to 239 in a year, police.uk shows.
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Colchester Zoo
Colchester Zoo Sea Lions Return: Sofia and Cali Arrive
Two Californian sea lions, Sofia and her daughter Cali, have moved into Colchester Zoo's pool, empty since March. The zoo has also announced a degree course with Suffolk.
Christmas
Colchester Zoo in Winter: £10 Weekday Tickets Until 4 Dec
Colchester Zoo e-tickets are £10 on weekdays and £12.50 at weekends until 4 December, then rise for Christmas. Closing times, festive days, light trail.