Balkerne Gate & historic Colchester is a stone ruin of a large gateway with arched entrances, constructed circa the 1st century. It's just visible from the street, but there are super historic town trails to follow all over. It's worth visiting the local tourist office to get more info.
It's easy to reach Balkerne Gate & historic Colchester in Colchester, by train. Simply hop on a train to Colchester Town station - then it's a short walk from the station - but there are trails to follow around the town itself taking in the whole place.
For more visitor info including opening times, visit Balkerne Gate & historic Colchester’s website.
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Departures and arrivals from Colchester Town
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Departures
Arrivals
| Departing to | Train | Time | Platform | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| to Colchester | Greater Anglia | 17:57 | 1 | On time |
| to Walton-on-the-Naze | Greater Anglia | 18:07 | 1 | On time |
| to London Liverpool Street | Greater Anglia | 18:35 | 1 | On time |
| to Colchester | Greater Anglia | 18:45 | 1 | On time |
| to Colchester | Greater Anglia | 18:57 | 1 | On time |
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| Arriving from | Train | Time | Platform | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| from Colchester | Greater Anglia | 18:03 | 1 | On time |
| from Colchester | Greater Anglia | 18:18 | 1 | On time |
| from Walton-on-the-Naze | Greater Anglia | 18:41 | 1 | On time |
| from London Liverpool Street | Greater Anglia | 18:50 | 1 | On time |
| from Colchester | Greater Anglia | 19:04 | 1 | On time |
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