Visiting the Natural History Museum
For the continued safety and comfort of our visitors and staff we request the wearing of face coverings whilst visiting, unless you are exempt.
Please respect others’ personal space whilst visiting our sites, and be mindful when in ‘tighter’ spaces.
Please be mindful that our interactives are for the enjoyment of everyone, so use hand sanitiser before and after use.
Welcome
Did you know that there was an earthquake in Colchester in 1884? Or that mammoths and hippos used to roam this area?
Find out more about local wildlife habitats, biodiversity and climate change at this much-loved, family-friendly museum. Get up close to nature as you learn about stag beetles – a Colchester success story – and discover the secrets of the drowned world underneath the North Sea.
What You Can See
Win a Family Guardian Membership + After Hours Experience
We are looking to redevelop the Natural History Museum and need your help to better understand how the space is currently used and what it might look like in the future.
Our survey takes approximately 5-10 minutes to complete and every response is extremely helpful. Your feedback is anonymous and you will not be asked to provide any further comments.
As a thank you for sharing your thoughts, we’re offering the chance to win a Family Guardian Membership + an After Hours experience at Colchester Castle, worth £120!
Plan Your Visit
Opening Times
Tuesday – Saturday
10am – 5pm
Sunday
11am – 5pm
Mondays
Closed
Children
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Free Admission
Booking not required
Getting Around
Shop
Our museum shop offers a wide range of products, from craft kits for children to precious stones and fossils, cuddly toys to tools for nature-spotters. Whether you’re looking for a memento or the perfect gift, we have something for all tastes and budgets.
Access
Access At Natural History
Whether you want to know when the museum is quieter, what to expect when you arrive or what facilities we have, simply follow the link below to find out more.
If you cannot find the answers you are looking for, please contact us on 01206 282941 or email museums@colchester.gov.uk and our team will be happy to help.
