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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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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Holiday Inn Colchester by IHG

Holiday Inn Colchester by IHG

4 out of 5
Abbotts Lane Colchester England
The price is RM249 per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
RM249
RM299 total
8 Mar - 9 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Colchester. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
Lovely adapted room good service

Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026

Holiday Inn Colchester by IHG
Delta Hotels by Marriott Colchester

Delta Hotels by Marriott Colchester

4 out of 5
London Road, Marks Tey Colchester England
The price is RM262 per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
RM262
RM315 total
8 Mar - 9 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Colchester. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,004 reviews)
Everything was perfect. From the check in to the check out. Friendly and attentive staff, The room w

Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026

Delta Hotels by Marriott Colchester
St Nicholas Hotel

St Nicholas Hotel

3 out of 5
High Street St Nicholas Hotel Colchester England
The price is RM413 per night from 13 Mar to 14 Mar
RM413
RM496 total
13 Mar - 14 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Colchester. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8/10 Very Good! (799 reviews)
Room temperature was obscene 27 degrees and we couldnt turn it down advised reception who advsised us it would be resolved for when we got back to the hotel to sleep , my god it was so so hot we paid for late checkout but we couldnt sleep so left early morning - appaled

Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026

St Nicholas Hotel
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Colchester Studio Suites

Colchester Studio Suites

3 out of 5
23 St Peter's St Colchester England
Stay at this apartment in Colchester. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and housekeeping. Popular attractions firstsite and Colchester Castle Park are located ...
Colchester Studio Suites
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 Alderford Water Mill are ...
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Greyfriars

Greyfriars

3 out of 5
2 Beach Road Clacton-on-Sea England
Stay at this business-friendly apartment in Clacton-on-Sea. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Clacton Pier and The ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (15 reviews)
Great place for a weekend stay.
Michael was great as a host and had terrific communication. The unit is spacious and well laid out. The only issue was the couch. It looked great but was uncomfortable. The propertv is a block away from the entertainment district. Perfect place for a weekend get away.

Reviewed on 24 May 2025

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