Historic pubs · East of England
The Playhouse
In or near Colchester.
The Playhouse in England East, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Nearest railway station
- Colchester Town · 0.6 km
About
The Playhouse is a historic pub in England East, United Kingdom. Britain's pubs are a cornerstone of its tourist appeal — from medieval coaching inns and timber-framed alehouses to grand Victorian gin palaces — and many are listed buildings serving real ale and traditional food.
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Place summary
The Playhouse is a pub located in Colchester, Essex, in the East of England. Owned by J D Wetherspoon, it offers a typical pub experience with a range of drinks and food options. Visitors can expect a casual atmosphere suitable for socialising. The establishment is situated in an unparished area, making it accessible for both locals and visitors to the region.
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- Coordinates
- 51.8875, 0.8969
- County
- Essex
- District
- Colchester
- Parish
- Colchester, unparished area
- Postcode
- CO2 7AA
- Parliamentary constituency
- Colchester
- Nearest railway station
- Colchester Town — 0.6 km
Sources
- wikidata: Q23305157 (CC0)
- wikipedia: The Playhouse, Colchester (CC BY-SA 4.0)
- fhrs: 1586239 (OGL v3)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is The Playhouse?
- The Playhouse is in Essex, East of England, United Kingdom (postcode CO2 7AA), in the parish of Colchester, unparished area.
- What is The Playhouse?
- The Playhouse in England East, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to The Playhouse?
- The nearest railway station is Colchester Town, about 0.6 km away. The nearest town is Colchester. Drivers can use postcode CO2 7AA.
- Who owns The Playhouse?
- The Playhouse is owned by J D Wetherspoon.
- How do I get to The Playhouse?
- The nearest railway station is Colchester Town, about 0.6 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode CO2 7AA.