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University
The University of Essex
Solo departures available
Half Board
7 nights
Colchester, Essex
Whether you want to immerse yourself in Roman history, explore beautiful gardens, enjoy great shopping or just spend time in a pleasant city with a lovely atmosphere, Colchester is perfect. Set in Northeast Essex, near the Suffolk border, Colchester is ideal for exploring on foot, and on this holiday designed exclusively for solo travellers you stay at the University of Essex Colchester Campus located two miles from the city centre. Enjoy included excursions to Beth Chatto’s Plants and Gardens and RHS Garden Hyde Hall, plus two nights of live entertainment so you can meet fellow guests.
Facilities
Shared kitchen with tea and coffee-making facilities, microwave and fridge
Self-service dining hall
Reception area with seating
Wi-Fi
There are no lifts however rooms are available on the ground floor.
Nationwide shared chauffeur service– included on all departures
A nationwide return shared chauffeur service from your home to your UK destination
Your holiday includes
Half board
Half board self-service: 7 breakfasts and 7 dinners
Plus
- Two half-day excursions
- Two nights of live entertainment on campus
- Welcome drink
Exceptional value every time
Saga Host
Our trained hosts will welcome you and ensure you enjoy your holiday. We also offer 24/7 support if needed.
Additional cancellation cover included
All UK holidays include cancellation cover at no additional cost.
Included excursions
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Beth Chatto’s Plants and Gardens
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Covering six glorious acres, the Beth Chatto Gardens were established in 1960 on an overgrown wasteland, and have become world famous for their beauty and innovation, with planting led by Beth Chatto's mantra 'The right plant for the right place'. Explore this informal garden that harmonises with the surrounding East Anglian countryside, and marvel at the world-famous drought-resistant Gravel Garden, created as an experiment in 1992 to replace sun-scorched grass with a living garden of drought-tolerant plants.
RHS Garden Hyde Hall
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Set in the heart of rural Essex, and enjoying panoramic views of the surrounding countryside, RHS Garden Hyde Hall is one of the finest gardens in the East of England. Discover a diverse mix of traditional and modern garden styles, explore the Dry Garden with its drought-resistant plants, the Hilltop Garden with colour-themed herbaceous borders, and the Global Growth Vegetable Garden showcasing edible from around the world.
Location
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The University of Essex Colchester Campus is based at Wivenhoe Park on the outskirts of Colchester in north Essex. Set in over 200 acres of attractive parkland, much of it landscaped in the 18th century, Colchester Campus was one of the new ‘plate glass’ universities founded in the 1960s. The campus is a great base from which to explore Colchester, and is a two-mile walk from the centre of town and local amenities. There is a regular bus service connecting the campus with the town centre
Out and about
Colchester has a lot to boast about. It was Britain’s first ever capital city, it has the oldest Roman ruins in the UK, and the largest Norman keep in Europe. It is a city that will delight and surprise you with its quaint Dutch Quarter complete with timber-framed townhouses, pretty Castle Park with its charming boating lake, chic boutiques and antique shops. Colchester is ideal for exploring on foot and taking in the must-see sights.
Colchester Castle
The largest Norman Keep in Europe, Colchester Castle was constructed on the foundations of the Temple of Claudius, built when Colchester was the first Roman capital of Britain. In the Castle Museum today you can enjoy the fascinating archaeological collections of artefacts covering over 2,500 years of history, including of the most important Roman finds in Britain.
Colchester’s Roman City Walls
Walking the walls is a fun way to explore Colchester's rich history. The city's Roman Walls were constructed in the years following Boudicca's attack on Camulodunum, have stood for 2000 years and have the scars to prove it. Around two thirds of the wall is still standing making it the earliest, best preserved and longest town wall in Britain.
Firstsite art gallery
Housed in an extraordinary golden building designed by Rafael Vinoly Architects, Firstsite is a gallery showcasing a variety of work from local and internationally recognised artists. A partner of Plus Tate, an 18-strong affiliation of regional galleries, including The Baltic in Gateshead, Turner Contemporary in Margate and The Hepworth Wakefield, Firstsite brims with creativity and colour, and at its heart is a Roman mosaic permanently installed under glass panels.
Address
Wivenhoe Park, Colchester CO4 3SQ
Hotel details
Breakfast and dinner are buffet-style, self-service and available in dining hall, 600 yards from your accommodation, with indoor and outside seating on the terrace. Wine, beer, soft drinks and bottled water can be purchased at an additional cost.
Breakfast is available between 0730-1130
Dinner is available between 1700-2030
Timings are subject to change.
There are 250 en-suite rooms in The Houses which are a series of small accommodation blocks in the same location. Each with:
Single beds
Bedding and towels
En-suite bathroom with toilet, walk-in shower and sink
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