Widely considered one of the most striking pieces of Roman pottery ever discovered in Britain, the Colchester Vase has fascinated researchers ever since it was first unearthed in 1853. The vase ...

Once the capital of Roman Britain, this city has a history stretching back over 2,000 years and is home to one of the country’s most impressive castles. That city is Colchester in Essex.

Essex is home to many towns and cities with rich histories. But, one of Essex's oldest and most historically significant areas is Colchester. Colchester's history spans most of British history ...