Polstead

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St. Mary; the parish church of Polstead This church has been gradually enlarged since it was first built by the Normans. It is believed that some of the bricks used in its construction are the oldest British bricks in existence. Their size proves them not to be Roman.
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Polstead Hall View of Polstead Hall from the Church yard.
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A view of Polstead's village pond
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Delta Hotels by Marriott Colchester

Delta Hotels by Marriott Colchester

4 out of 5
London Road, Marks Tey Colchester England
The price is AED 252 per night from Mar 22 to Mar 23
AED 252
AED 302 total
22 Mar - 23 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Colchester. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,001 reviews)
This is now my go to for Colchester area, great place to stay

Reviewed on 9 March 2026

Delta Hotels by Marriott Colchester
The Essex Golf and Country Club

The Essex Golf and Country Club

3 out of 5
Earls Colne Colchester England
The price is AED 228 per night from Mar 22 to Mar 23
AED 228
AED 273 total
22 Mar - 23 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Colchester. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8/10 Very Good! (784 reviews)
Facilities were good, room was clean - a little disappointment with the bed, as it was just two single beds pushed together. Everything else was fine.

Reviewed on 13 March 2026

The Essex Golf and Country Club
St Nicholas Hotel

St Nicholas Hotel

3 out of 5
High Street St Nicholas Hotel Colchester England
Stay at this hotel in Colchester. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8/10 Very Good! (809 reviews)
To noisy outside as club opposite other then that all good.

Reviewed on 18 March 2026

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Ryegate House Colchester

Ryegate House Colchester

3 out of 5
23 St Peter's St Colchester England
Stay at this apartment in Colchester. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and housekeeping. Popular attractions firstsite and Colchester Castle Park are located ...
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Booking Urban - Halstead

Booking Urban - Halstead

3 out of 5
61 Kings Road Halstead England
Stay at this apartment in Halstead. Enjoy free parking, laundry facilities, and housekeeping. Popular attractions Milbank Stadium and Halstead Leisure Centre ...
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Apartment - Sleeps 2 - Parking - Wifi

Apartment - Sleeps 2 - Parking - Wifi

3 out of 5
1 East Bay Colchester England
Stay at this apartment in Colchester. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and in-room washers/dryers. Popular attractions Hollytrees Museum and The Minories Galleries ...
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