Open-air theatres · East of England
The Playhouse
In or near Colchester.
former theatre and cinema in Colchester, Essex, originally a garrison theatre, now a pub
PAUL FARMER — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Nearest railway station
- Colchester Town · 0.6 km
About
The Playhouse is a open-air theatre located in england east. A British open-air theatre presenting summer-season productions in a garden, park, ruin or natural amphitheatre setting. former theatre and cinema in Colchester, Essex, originally a garrison theatre, now a pub
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Place summary
The Playhouse is an open-air theatre located in the East of England. Owned by J D Wetherspoon, it offers a unique venue for theatrical performances in an outdoor setting. Visitors can expect a range of productions throughout the season, providing an alternative experience to traditional indoor theatres. The venue is designed to accommodate audiences while allowing for an immersive atmosphere with the surrounding environment.
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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
- Official site
- www.jdwetherspoon.co.uk
Sources
- wikidata: Q23305157 (CC0)
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Where to eat & stay near The Playhouse
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Colchester Country Park
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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?
- former theatre and cinema in Colchester, Essex, originally a garrison theatre, now a pub
- How do I get to The Playhouse?
- The nearest railway station is Colchester Town, about 0.6 km away. 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.