Colchester Castle

A historic castle with interactive displays

How it can help

Colchester Castle has a range of support for disabilities including:

  • online resources to help prepare for a visit, such as a visual story film and sensory map
  • free familiarisation visits
  • objects to touch and interactive displays
  • resources, such as ear defenders, Hidden Disabilities lanyards and twiddlemuffs
  • braille on exhibitions and floor plans
  • subtitled films within the galleries
  • staff trained in basic British Sign Language
  • audio described tours and object handling sessions
  • quiet 'calm at the castle' sessions with a sensory space and noisy interactives turned off

Age

All ages

Eligibility

Open to all

How to access

Guests need a ticket to visit. People with disabilities can buy a concession ticket and bring a carer for free. Proof of disability may be requested.

Familiarisation visits, audio described tours or object handling sessions need pre-booking. Visit the website for more information. 

Opening hours

Monday: 10:00-17:00
Tuesday: 10:00-17:00
Wednesday: 10:00-17:00
Thursday: 10:00-17:00
Friday: 10:00-17:00
Saturday: 10:00-17:00
Sunday: 11:00-17:00
Venue
location

Colchester Castle Museum
Castle Park
Colchester
CO1 1TJ
United Kingdom

Venue accessibility

Accessible by public transport
Accessible toilet
Audio loop
Braille resources
British Sign Language (BSL)
Disabled parking
Lift
Low vision resources
Queue priority for disabled people
Step-free access
Wheelchair access

Can siblings without SEND also attend

Yes

Cost

Check website for ticket prices

Is the service available online?

No

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