Colchester Weddings & Venues

09/03/2026

🎶 Lunchtime Organ Recital - Tomorrow 🎶

Join us tomorrow in the Civic Cathedral of Colchester for a special lunchtime recital on the Moot Hall Organ.

Claudia Grinnell, Director of Music at St Edmundsbury Cathedral, performs a varied programme including Walton’s Spitfire Prelude, Saint-Saëns’ The Swan, Dvořák’s New World Symphony, Rodgers’ The Sound of Music.

🗓 Tuesday 10 March
☕ Refreshments from 12:30pm
🎵 Concert at 1:00pm
📍 Moot Hall - the Civic Cathedral of Colchester

Come and experience the magnificent 1902 Moot Hall Organ and enjoy a live music in the heart of the city.

All are very welcome.

04/02/2026

Free Lunchtime Organ Recital - Tuesday 17 February

The popular Colchester Lunchtime Organ Recital series continues at the Moot Hall, celebrating the newly restored Edwardian organ - one of the city’s most important cultural treasures.

Join us for a 45-minute recital designed to be informal, engaging, and easy to drop into during your lunch break.

Next Performer:
🎹 David Dunnett
📅 Tuesday 17 February
⏰ 1.00pm – 1.45pm
🍷 Bar open from 12.30pm

David returns following nearly three decades at Norwich Cathedral and is known for performances that truly bring the organ to life.

📍 Moot Hall, Colchester Town Hall
🎟 Free admission (retiring collection supports Friends of the Moot Hall Organ)
🌐 https://moothallorgan.co.uk/

30/01/2026

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📢JUST ANNOUNCED: JLS📢

British pop favourites JLS will headline the Colchester Castle Park Summer Series on Friday 28 August 2026, marking one of the most anticipated open-air concerts of the summer. Set within the beautiful surroundings of Castle Park, the show will also feature special guest Gabrielle, with more support to be announced. 👀🙌

📅 28th August 2026
📍Colchester Castle Park

🌟Presale: Thursday 5 February 2026 at 10am
Sign up using the link below!
👉 https://catl.mhtickets.com/sales/salesevent/39693
🌟ON SALE: Friday 6th February at 10am

16/01/2026

JUST ANNOUNCED: HOLLYWOOD VAMPIRES!🤩

American rock supergroup Hollywood Vampires headline Colchester’s Castle Park Friday August 21st. Alice Cooper, Johnny Depp, Joe Perry and Tommy Henriksen will kick off their first live shows in almost 3 years, with Punk Goth-rock icons The Damned on support. 🤘

📅 21st August 2026
📍 Colchester Castle Park

🌟 PRESALE: 22 January at 10am
Sign up using the link below!
👉 https://catl.mhtickets.com/sales/salesevent/29638
🌟 ON SALE: 23 January at 10am

08/01/2026

🎶 Live Music at Lunchtime

📍 Moot Hall, Colchester
📅 Tuesday 13 January | 🕐 1 pm
🎟 Free entry

Think the organ is just for churches? Think again.

Join us at the Moot Hall for a lively lunchtime concert featuring Eleni Keventsidou, an international concert organist. Expect expressive melodies, rhythmic dances, and cinematic colour - from Beethoven and Mendelssohn to modern Greek-inspired music.

Set in one of Colchester’s most beautiful historic buildings, this is a relaxed, welcoming concert and a perfect way to break up your day.

🎵 Free admission | Retiring collection for the Moot Hall Organ

22/12/2025

Indus Gala Dinner🌟

Step into an extraordinary evening where compassion takes centre stage. The Indus Health Network UK warmly invites you to a gala filled with powerful moments, uplifting entertainment, and the opportunity to create lasting change for countless lives.

📅 30th January 2026
📍 Colchester Town Hall
🎟️ https://colchester-events.co.uk/event/indus-gala-dinner/

09/10/2025

🎉 The Moot Hall Organ Returns - Back with a Bang! 🎹✨

We’re thrilled to announce the grand re-opening of Colchester’s Moot Hall following its extensive refurbishment - and with it, the glorious return of the Moot Hall Organ! 🥳

The reopening concert will showcase the instrument in all its splendour - from thunderous full-organ moments to delicate whispers.🙌

🌟Admission is completely free with a retiring collection.

16/05/2025

💬 Small meeting. Big impact.
The North Committee Room is ideal for senior team check-ins, private pitches, or press briefings.
🪵 Wood-carved fireplace. 🌟 Historic charm. 💼 Maximum focus.
📍 Just steps from Colchester High Street.

14/05/2025

📣 Hold your next panel talk or public meeting in the Council Chamber.
With its dramatic domed ceiling and classic horseshoe seating, it’s made for engaging conversations and standout visuals.
🎙️ Ideal for forums, AGMs, and community engagement events.
👀 Come see it for yourself – book a viewing today.

12/05/2025

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12/05/2025

🏆 Roll out the red carpet…
Host your next awards ceremony in the iconic Moot Hall – a stunning, high-ceilinged space built to impress. With stained glass windows and room for up to 260 guests, your celebration will be nothing short of spectacular.
✨ AV set-up, catering, and full licensing available.
📍 Central Colchester | 📧 [email protected]