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12 Cool, Hidden, and Unusual Things to Do in Colchester, England

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The memorial.

Colchester, England

Essex Witch Hunt Victims Memorial

Centuries later, the victims of Great Britain's greatest hysteria are finally being remembered.

Recreation of remains found directly below.

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Colchester’s Roman Circus

It's believed emperor Hadrian himself funded this once architectural wonder.

These ruined arches date back to the 12th century.

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St Botolph's Priory

Dating back to the early 12th century, this is the first Augustinian priory established in England.

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Jumbo Water Tower

The largest Victorian water tower in Britain.

This chapel is believed to be one of the oldest surviving buildings in the area.

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St Helens Chapel

One of the oldest surviving buildings in Colchester dates back to the 11th century.

A closer picture of the Walking Woman

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'Walking Woman' & 'Man With Cup'

Two larger-than-life Sean Henry sculptures blend in with the people of Colchester's high street.

Colchester, England

Roman Theatre at Gosbecks

One of the largest known Roman theatres in Britain

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