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In this video I react to the best things to do in Colchester, England – the oldest city in Britain. Join me as I learn about this historic city and discover its top tourist attractions, cultural landmarks, and hidden gems. From the iconic Colchester Castle to the picturesque Castle Park, there’s something for everyone in this charming town.

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hello hello hello everybody hope you’re having a beautiful day today my name is Steve thank you so much for stopping by my Channel today I am going to be reacting to the 11 best things to do in Colechester England I am feeling amazing today I hope you are as well it’s just been a beautiful day today and uh Sun’s shining it feels sort of warm outside it’s not quite cold and it’s not quite hot it’s just one of those really nice temperatures and I’m just feeling awesome today but anyways guys I actually had this recommended to me by a subscriber I really don’t know anything at all about Colchester all I know now is where it’s located up at because I just briefly looked that up just a second ago and it is located kind of to the northeast of London it’s basically on the east coast of England but uh anyways guys like I said I don’t know anything about Colchester I know the name and I don’t know why I know the name of the city but for some reason soon as I saw saw someone recommend this to me I knew I had heard of this place before don’t have any clue why but uh guess we’re going to find out what is so awesome about Colchester so anyways guys don’t know what to expect here but let’s go Ahad and dive in and check out the 11 best things to do in Colchester England did you know that Colchester is known as the oldest recorded town in Britain history dating back over 2,000 years wow explore the remnants of Roman occupation and witness The Echoes of a bygone ER here are the best things to do in Colchester England wow so 2,000 years old is that accurate is Colchester seriously the oldest city in the entirety of the UK I just want to make sure I have my information correct here but uh that’s amazing guys every time I look into one of these old cities well what I’m saying old cities all the cities in England and the entirety of the UK are old compared to what we have here in the US here in the us if we see a City that’s 300 or maybe 400 years old that is considered a very old city but to put that in perspective when I look at the cities in the UK it’s just our cities over here are babies they’re basically brand new compared to what you guys are used to in the UK it’s just absolutely amazing the history and I’m sure a place like this probably has some really cool architecture and whatnot because of how old it is but uh anyways guys let’s go ahead and continue number 11 B gate Roman step history at Balan gate the largest surviving Roman Gateway surviving Roman Gateway this captivating Landmark offers a glimpse into the City and Architectural Brilliance walk along the ancient Roman Road and imagine the strength of colchester’s City walls built after the budha of rebellion to protect against futur the ancient Roman Road WS span an impressive one mile standing as a testament to the city’s resilience explor the evocative ruins of balk gate a symbol of culture STS Roman cultural identity you know I think you guys are probably used to that right you guys are used to seeing stuff like this but understand here in the US we don’t have anything like this and I can just imagine to go up and put your hands on something like that to to walk beside it and to realize what you’re walking beside the history you’re walking beside it’s just got to be be a very very humbling experience to say the least you know I there is nothing in the US I can go up to and touch or walk along that was man-made that is that old and it’s just it’s just amazing that things like this have survived so long it’s just incredible Cal identity from Bulan Hill enjoy panoramic views of the city’s historical landmarks including remnants of the ancient WS number 10 Kester Zoo Kester Zoo covers six Acres of stunning Parkland and lakes inviting families and Wildlife enthusiasts to have an exciting experience with 180 different animal species you’ll go on a journey across the globe encountering creatures you’ve only seen in books butu offers more than just observation get ready for unforgettable upclose encounters with elephants giraffes and lorets you can even feed these amazing animals Beyond The Wildlife cult too Blends education with outdoor en M kids will love the funfilled indoor and outdo areas while adults can explore the Park’s vast expanse using a helpful map you know I we’ve wanted to take my daughter to a really good zoo but the closest one that’s really good is it’s quite a ways away from here back in North Carolina where I’m from we have a very good zoo but uh she was too young at the time to really be able to enjoy it and to really kind of learn and experience really what she should experience in the zoo so definitely want to take her to a zoo so who knows if we don’t get to a zoo uh before we get over to the UK I hope I hope we will um but who knows maybe we’ll visit that Zoo but uh we did take her to a zoo that’s kind of local but it was just it was horrible it’s so run down it looks like a zoo that hasn’t been uh hasn’t had any upkeep since the 80s it was absolutely horrible I don’t know why that place is still open they definitely need to do something with that place but uh there’s also this place uh we’ve actually gone to that was uh what is it called I can’t remember what it’s called but uh basically you drive your car through this through all these fields and stuff and you have all these animals that come up to you and you feed them out of your hand and whatnot that was a cool experience but it’s kind of like a zoo but it’s not the exact same thing um but yeah anyways guys let’s continue so you will love culture toou for its conservation efforts educational initiatives and exceptional care care for its diverse range of fascinating forer number nine Colchester Castle Museum Castle Museum are you ready to delve into history look no further than Colchester cast Love cast dud a perfect destination for history Buffs look at oh man I love that look grade one listed monument and prepared to be enthralled by an extensive array of Roman relics offering a fascinating glimpse into Britain’s past however there’s more to enjoy at this remarkable heritage site than just artifact admiration experience interactive activities and attend engaging events that breathe life into history available all year round imagine over 900 years ago William the Conqueror built this Castle on Roman foundations it’s truly wow I I that’s what I was going to ask how old this Castle is over 900 years ago wow I know I I say that every time I see one of these old buildings or old castles on a video but it’s just it amazes me every time I I learn about one of these places because we do not have anything like this here in the US and I wish we did because I love learning about things like this I love history I love old buildings and architecture and stuff like that so much this is actually something I didn’t really know about myself fully until I started this journey how much I love old buildings and old architecture just every single thing about them the history and just the design work and just learning how they were built and things like that it’s just is absolutely amazing it really is you know I think a lot of people probably in the UK see stuff like this all the time and so it’s just like an everyday occurrence or at least you know you see them at least on a weekly basis or a monthly basis or something like that to the point that it’s not as big of a deal probably for the average person you know they just drive past them and whatnot don’t really think about anything about them because we do that when we live somewhere with something we we just get used to our environment and get used to what we see every day but from someone that never sees castles ever never ever I’ve never come across I’ve never been to an actual real castle that was made hundreds of years ago and it’s just amazing it really is guys sorry for for rambling I just find things like this just it’s incredible it’s just beautiful it’s so beautiful and it I know this is compared to a lot of castles this is simple but it’s so beautiful make sure you don’t miss out on the rich cultural just all the details you see thrilling chariot races and Unforgettable Halloween events number eight Colchester Castle Park Castle Park whether you’re a history oh this is the par with the castle Colchester Castle Park promises an indelible experience in Britain’s oldest town where Roman ruins meet Victorian Splendor and Modern Art spaces Thrive this park seamlessly combines Natural Beauty with an engrossing historical atmosphere the Park’s enchanting flower bed and ancient walls create a truly mesmerizing setting for exploration right at the Park Core you’ll find coester castle and wait didn’t we just didn’t we just see this Castle I guess he was talking about the uh museum inside the castle now he’s talking about the castle itself maybe um I did want to say something else I’ve learned on this journey that I really didn’t know about myself before I started this journey was how much I absolutely absolutely appreciate everything about the Victorian era the designs of the buildings the cemeteries everything like everything they created they went all out on creating beautiful whatever it is and it’s just amazing I think that is my absolute favorite architecture my absolute favorite artwork my absolute favorite everything um but I I love older you know architecture and stuff too but there’s nothing like the Victorian era at least that I’ve seen so far I’m definitely open to having my opinion changed on that but at least what I’ve seen so far the Victorian era was the best best time when it come to architecture and just designing Parks cemeteries you name it impressive nor even sewers I’ve learned back to the 11th century this architectural Marvel was built upon the foundations of the Temple of Claudius making it not only the largest but also one of Europe’s Most sign significant Norman keeps Ure to learn about its alluring history spanning from Roman times to the present day wow number seven Beth chat’s Gardens discover the gripping beauty of Beth chat’s Gardens a true Multicultural Masterpiece crafted by the legendary plants woman herself nestled in the picturesque Village of elmstead Market these Gardens offer a Ser does look like really pretty of everyday life Marvel are the Striking water features and lose yourself in the vast Nursery re boasting an astonishing array of over 2,000 plant varieties delve into the world of gardening through engaging lectures and gain insights into chat’s expertise and unwavering passion additionally don’t miss the gravel Garden a transformed car park love that Sanctuary number six Highwoods Country Park surrounded by Lush woodlands and featuring a Scenic Lake flower areas Highwoods Country Park offers a Serene and a picturesque setting good place maybe go for a hike tranqu or Adventure this park has it all pack a picnic and save the Open Spaces or satisfy your adventurous Spirit by exploring the nature trails don’t forget your binoculars bird watching I don’t think that what we were just seeing was that part that paret a completely different landcap to bring the kids along and let them discover the wonders of nature number five Mercy Island ooh hold on ooh that’s nice Mercy Island for some reason that sounds familiar but I don’t know why oh I love the look of this it looks really cool is this just a bunch of berrier islands out here off the coast Mercy Island Mercy island with its Rich history dating back to the Roman times is a fantastic place to be this charming Island offers a f oh that looks so qu man attract any visitor feel the soft sand beneath your toes at West Mercy Beach where relaxation awaits dive into the past of the mercy Island Museum uncovering intriguing exhibits wine enthusiasts will find Bliss at Mercy Island Vineyard indulging delightful T take my wife there she likes wine experience wi person myself she loves it and if you crave Adventure Essex Outdoors before she gets mad at me she hears this she doesn’t drink wine all the time she’s not like a daily she just drinks it every every once in a blue moon it’s been a very long time honestly but she does love it uh she enjoys a nice glass of wine I like a good beer personally I’m not a wine person going to a wine tasting or a Vineyard it would be beautiful I I would like to see the scenery but going for the wine tasting no not my thing I have I have never ever had a glass of wine that I enjoyed I I’ve just don’t like that flavor of alcohol beverage I I like a good beer man uh um good beer I’ll let anybody else have the wine I will take the beer will fulfill your desires with thrilling outdoor activities set against breathtaking Estuary views number four Roman circus in Colchester colchester’s Roman circus is a magnificent historical science a lot of Roman history in the city lot of Roman history I mean as the only it makes sense because it is so old you know only Roman circus in Britain circus in Britain it offers a unique glimpse into colchester’s Rich history this remarkable venue once used for ching and accommodating 5,000 Spectators is can’t even imagine what that would have been like past today you can explore the well preserved remains at the Roman circus visitors so if anybody knows what exactly is this what was this within the circus what I can’t picture what that was it it could have been a seat like it could have been a bench or what what was this was this no there there I don’t know I don’t know if anybody knows what this is let me know I can’t picture exactly what this was when it comes to the circus what what what what was this a part of within the circus if you understand what I’m saying a center which highlights colchester’s cultural significance number three Colchester Natural History Museum located in a medieval Church near the grand Colchester Castle the Colchester Natural History Museum beckin with its nostalgic charm and enriching educational offerings delighting visitors of all ages this familyfriendly destination showcases the town’s Bountiful natural heritage step into exhibits unveiling interesting Tales of local wildlife and Roman history Journey Love beautiful stain glass heartfelt welcome greets you at this treasured Museum conveniently situated across from All Saints Church amidst the backdrop of other historical Marvels embrace the wonders of nature dive deep into colchester’s vibrant past and embark on a memorable adventure of this Historical Museum number two St bol’s prior you’ve got to check out’s prior it’s a history Buff’s dream come true this place is dripping with past and boasts gripping medieval architecture can you believe it was founded way back in 1093 Queen King Henry’s wife it’s even Britain’s very first augustinian Monastery which oh dude that’s so cool man I don’t know what it is about ruins like this that are like they’re their half Still Standing but most of it’s been you know gone there’s something about that look that’s just it’s so attractive it I don’t know what that is man I can’t explain it but this is just such a beautiful beautiful place which is what makes it a big deal tucked away on Prior Street the remains of St B PRI are like a secret waiting to be discovered w take a stroll through the ancient ruins and get a glimpse into religious life I love the stonework on something like this one Colchester Town Hall ooh that’s a nice building is a historic building that you simply cannot miss while okay this definitely looks like a Victorian Arab building if I’m not mistaken exploring the Lively town of Co its impressive Victorian design is Town’s Pride yes like you said this is what I love about Victorian architecture I mean I don’t even know how to describe it it’s just the detail is incredible wow look at that man that is beautiful man this is something I absolutely want to do I so look forward to it is just exploring these really cool buildings like you guys got a ton of these all throughout the UK um a lot of them are in the Victorian era but a lot of them are obviously a lot older than that as well I just I just I can’t wait to explore some of these old places and I hope to go in a lot of them and explore the insides as well but this this is so beautiful man it really is and Heritage wow step inside this to unlock a wealth of historical Treasures including the amazing mayor that’s Inc coest ped enjoy the cultural Journey as you explore the halls and rooms building Beau centuries of Civic functions to its role as a vibrant meeting place Colchester Town Hall exudes a unique charm that invites visitors intriging history fir click here for more things to do in England all right guys that was interesting oh my goodness guys I want to look at this I want to look at this uh did he say this is a town hall I believe that’s what he said dude look at the detail my goodness man this is such a beautiful place wow I don’t know how many of you guys out there love seeing places like this as much as I do I think part of it really is why I’m so fascinated with places like this I’m so in love with places like this is because we can we can see some there’s some nice buildings we got some older buildings here you know I can I can go to my hometown and see a number of buildings from like the 1700s and whatnot so you know I can see some Victorian um era architecture and stuff like that but you guys have so much more of that and then beyond and I think it seems like almost every city within the UK has access to just not just the Victorian era but well before that as well but you just have access to all this amazing architecture and just these historical sites and stuff and and here it’s just a lot harder to come across that stuff it exists to a certain extent not not like the ancient Roman structures and whatnot and the ancient castles but we have some you know 300y old buildings and whatnot and they’re nice and and it’s cool but nothing like what you guys have there and I I look forward to exploring stuff like this I never knew how in love I was I don’t know if that’s a way to express that I never knew how much I loved these like architecture in general it wasn’t something that I ever really quite understood about myself you know I knew I I like looking at nice buildings and stuff like that and I used to do landscaping and I and I and I love a nice garden and and beautiful plants and and just scenery and and I love history and stuff to a certain extent I’ve always known this but to the level I do now it’s just so different for me how much I realize I love this stuff and I can’t wait to explore some of what you have to offer over in the UK when it comes to the architecture design the history and the gardens and all that all that good stuff but uh anyways guys coester looks like a really cute City I I don’t know it doesn’t look huge I don’t know it looks like it looks like a looks like a city maybe I don’t where is that at based off of this it looks like what I would imagine this is probably a mediumsized city of 50,000 people I’m guessing I I need to look that up but uh looks like a nice place to go for a visit if you especially if you love Roman history and you’d like to see some pretty cool old Roman structures and things like that and obviously stuff like this as well looks like it has quite a few museums and some nice outdoor area and things like that but uh just look like a quaint little I don’t know is this a Seaside Town considering that it was what was it Mercy Mercy Island um I think it’s maybe a Seaside to I know it’s to the I know it’s on the east side of England but I didn’t really see if it was on the exact on like on the coast or a little bit Inland but uh either way I don’t think you’re very I mean c says Mercy Island I’m guessing you’re right on the coast but uh um looks like a nice Place guys uh thank you so much for stopping by please click that like button feel free 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