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bpwillet Says: Holy Trinity church tower, the oldest building in Colchester. It would have stood as the focal feature in the town, for a few decades before the Normans came and built the castle. Holy Trinity church tower was built around the turn of the last millennium, in the year 1000....
St. Botolph's-A different perspective
bpwillet Says: The Colchester Castle museum has many exhibits of early life in and around Colchester. There is an exhibit of faith and religion and there is a model of what St. Botolph's Priory church may have looked like. Much different than the ruinous skeleton that stands today.
St. Botolph's Priory-Colchester
bpwillet Says: St Botolph's Priory was the first Augustinian priory built in this country, having authority over all other houses of the order in this country. It was founded between 1093 and 1100 and had thirteen inmates. The priory was built mainly from flint and re-used Roman bricks,...
bpwillet Says: The museum inside Colchester castle is very extensive. There is so much to see and is great hands on for kids. It is open from 10am to 5pm at 4.80GBP for adults. There are exhibits of Roman mosaics, statues, and relics of medieval life in Colchester. And of course, the exit...
bpwillet Says: Constructed over the massive vaults of the ruined Temple of Claudius,it is the largest Norman Keep in Europe. Built largely from stone and brick quarried from the old Roman town of Colchester, the castle is possibly the work of Gundulph, Bishop of Rochester. Gundulph was...
bpwillet Says: Colchester is one of the most historic towns in England. Excavated coins from the Trinovantian king Cunobelin's (died around 42AD) reign referring to his father Tasciovanus, not to mention pottery finds from 1000 years previous to that. Before the Roman conquest in 43AD the...
bpwillet Says: .These round towers are almost entirely in East Anglia; 172 in the region. The likelihood is that the first towers were added to existing places of worship in a trend which began to take shape around 900AD and was accelerated by King Athelstan (924-939), first King of all...
bpwillet Says: The ruins of an early 12th century defended manor house within a shallow rectangular moat, stand in a field beside the church. Built by Hugh de Plais in 1130, it was abandoned by late 14th century. The use of flint in the construction of the castle is clearly visible. A...
bpwillet Says: Over 25 hectares of land is covered in beautifully manicured gardens. There are a few lakes to walk around as well. There are many different types of trees that cover the ground and placards describing scientific names for most of them. There is a small tram that will take...
bpwillet Says: This royal home was bought by Queen Victoria in 1862 and is still used by the royal family as a summer vacation home. There is a museum filled with antique cars and other royal belongings. The gardens are very nice to walk through. The house is open from 11am and admission...
bpwillet Says: Most famous for its horse farms and races, this busy market town is worth the stop over. Especially if you are visiting in the spring or summer. The races bring out all kinds of English classes and are quite fun day out. There are plenty of pubs to choose from and even a few...
bpwillet Says: This is something that is well worth the effort. You can do it yourself or go on a guided tour. If you are anywhere close to any of the bridges which cross the River Cam in the historic city center you will be approaced by pleasant young people dressed in candy stripes,...
bpwillet Says: King Paeda of Mercia, during Anglo-Saxon times, founded a monastary in 655, which was sacked by the Danes in 870. John e Sais, a Benedictine abbot founded the present cathedral in 1118. The western front is from the early 13th century and is one of the most impressive in...
bpwillet Says: Once a major medieval port near the River Witham, in the 13th century became an important wool trading town. In 1309 St. Botolph's was built becoming the largest spired church in all of England. On a clear day you can see Lincoln, 30 miles away from the top of the tower. It...
Hole in the Wall-Colchester: It actually exists!
bpwillet Says: Typical pub food with the occasional East meets West specials, this is a fun pub and has a surprising location. It is actually built on top of and "through" the old Roman walls at the Balkerne Gate.
The Dragon House: No trouble in little China
morgandk Says: Fine Chinese food. Szechuan Beef- Hot and Spicy!
morgandk Says: The best way to see the beautiful Suffolk countryside is from the air!
morgandk Says: I'm not a cycling enthusiast - hate passing them on the road. But the rally is a good thing and might bring you to Mildenhall- where you might meet me or some other cool people. A bike, legs, or observation skills.
michtheblonde Says: and carry an umbrella.. would take someone. walking.. it is amazing how culture stays the same yet so different.. still crooked houses and water heated at the shower point, but not enough pressure or a large enough tub to make it worth while or therapeutic.. sigh..difficult...
bpwillet Says: This is not one of the most bustling metropolises in all of England. Though if you keep an open mind there are many things that you will be able to see if you are willing to seek them out. The country-side is really nice and not all that flat in other areas, especially...
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Mildenhall-East Anglian Market town
MIldenhall is not the first place on most tourists stops to Eastern England. Located in Suffolk county it is in the vicinity of other well known cities such as Cambridge, Newmarket, Ely or Bury St.......
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