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The Red Lion Hotel

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The Red Lion Hotel
High Street
Colchester
Essex
CO1 1DJ
East Anglia
Type of Accommodation: Hotel
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The old Banqueting Hall, which is now the Parliament Restaurant, has a remarkable beamed ceiling. The bedrooms are individually furnished with antiques and have a wealth of original exposed beams and wattle and daub walls. The hotel is located in the town centre and there are numerous shops nearby including well known chain stores and smaller, boutique-style shops. A quiet retreat from the modern world outside, the hotels' Tudor features and warm red and gold fabrics provide a luxurious and relaxing environment in which to enjoy your stay. Colchester is Britain's oldest recorded town and was its first Roman capital. Today it is a thriving centre full of attractions for residents, visitors and businesses. It has a unique place in Britain's history, and is set for an exciting future. Things to see include: Flatford Mill, the inspiration for John Constable's 'Hay Wain'. Colchester Castle and Gardens. Colchester Zoo, Roller World and Leisure World. The Dutch Quarter. Ghost Walks - guided trails for groups featuring the town's most haunted sites are available every week. Oyster Farming - The first charter of 1189 confirmed Colchester's legal rights over the River Cone and the oyster fishery. Colchester oysters are still famous today. Central London is only 55 minutes away by rail.