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The Great Britain Guide

Historic pubs Β· East of England

The Ship Public House

In or near Colchester.

The Ship Public House in England East, United Kingdom.

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Plan your visit

Typical visit
1 h–2 h
Nearest railway station
Colchester Town Β· 0.4 km

About

The Ship Public House is a historic pub in England East, United Kingdom. Britain's pubs are a cornerstone of its tourist appeal β€” from medieval coaching inns and timber-framed alehouses to grand Victorian gin palaces β€” and many are listed buildings serving real ale and traditional food.

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Place summary

The Ship Public House is a pub located in Colchester, Essex, within the East of England region. It serves as a local drinking establishment, offering a selection of beverages in a traditional setting. Visitors can expect a casual atmosphere typical of British pubs, suitable for socialising or a quiet drink. The pub is situated in an unparished area of Colchester, contributing to the local community's social fabric.

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Coordinates
51.8898, 0.9084
County
Essex
District
Colchester
Parish
Colchester, unparished area
Postcode
CO1 2QL
Parliamentary constituency
Colchester
Nearest railway station
Colchester Town β€” 0.4 km

Sources

Other places nearby

Nearby

The Church of St. James the Great, High Street, CO1 - south side and churchyard - geograph.org.uk - 4035577πŸ“· 3

Natural landmarks Β· East of England

The Mulberry Tree Family Centre

The Mulberry Tree Family Centre β€” a other in england-east, United Kingdom.

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Drinking water fountain, High Street, CO1 - geograph.org.uk - 4035590πŸ“· 5

Hotels Β· East of England

Greyfriars

Greyfriars β€” a hotel in england east.

β†— greyfriarscolchester.co.uk
FirstsiteπŸ“· 3

Galleries Β· East of England

Firstsite

Firstsite β€” contemporary art gallery in Colchester, Essex, England.

Freeβ™ΏπŸ‘Άβ†— firstsite.uk
New art gallery Firstsite in Colchester - geograph.org.uk - 2257831πŸ“· 4

Theatres Β· East of England

Firstsite

Firstsite in England East, United Kingdom.

Free↗ firstsite.uk
The Goat and Boot - geograph.org.uk - 5860030πŸ“· 7

Historic pubs Β· East of England

The Goat And Boot Public House

The Goat And Boot Public House in England East, United Kingdom.

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Public art & sculpture Β· East of England

The Berryfield Mosaic

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FreeπŸ•β†— theminories.co.uk

Where to eat & stay near The Ship Public House

Places to stay

Drinking water fountain, High Street, CO1 - geograph.org.uk - 4035590πŸ“· 5

Hotels Β· East of England

Greyfriars

Greyfriars β€” a hotel in england east.

β†— greyfriarscolchester.co.uk
The George Hotel, 116 High Street, Colchester - geograph.org.uk - 5487461πŸ“· 5

Hotels Β· East of England

The George

The George β€” a hotel in england east.

The George Hotel in Colchester - geograph.org.uk - 6069403πŸ“· 7

Hotels Β· East of England

Red Lion Hotel

Red Lion Hotel β€” a hotel in england east.

β†— brook-hotels.co.uk
Middle Mill Weir, River Colne - geograph.org.uk - 5944648πŸ“· 5

Hotels Β· East of England

Premier Inn (Castle)

Premier Inn (Castle) β€” a hotel in england east.

Free↗ premierinn.com
Clingoe Hill, Colchester - geograph.org.uk - 7798391πŸ“· 5

Hostels Β· East of England

The Copse

The Copse β€” a hostel in england east.

Wooded roundabout on the A12, Colchester - geograph.org.uk - 8063693πŸ“· 5

Campsites Β· East of England

Colchester Country Park

Colchester Country Park β€” a campsite in england east.

Places to eat & drink

The Goat and Boot - geograph.org.uk - 5860030πŸ“· 7

Historic pubs Β· East of England

The Goat And Boot Public House

The Goat And Boot Public House in England East, United Kingdom.

Maidenburgh Street - geograph.org.uk - 5942845πŸ“· 5

Historic pubs Β· East of England

The Sun Inn

The Sun Inn in England East, United Kingdom.

Colchester Town Railway Station - geograph.org.uk - 2716179πŸ“· 5

Historic pubs Β· East of England

The Prince Of Wales Public House

The Prince Of Wales Public House in England East, United Kingdom.

Ipswich Road Postbox on Ipswich Road - geograph.org.uk - 4713295πŸ“· 5

Historic pubs Β· East of England

The Welcome Sailor Public House

The Welcome Sailor Public House in England East, United Kingdom.

Colchester - Holy Trinity Church - geograph.org.uk - 6488687πŸ“· 5

Restaurants Β· East of England

Timbers

Timbers β€” a restaurant in england east.

β†— timbers-restaurant.co.uk
Saw Mill Road, Colchester - geograph.org.uk - 5437098πŸ“· 7

Historic pubs Β· East of England

Duke Of York Public House

Duke Of York Public House in England East, United Kingdom.

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Historic pubs Β· East of England

The Anchor

The Anchor β€” Historic pub β€” listed building or notable heritage status.

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The AngelπŸ“· 5

Historic pubs Β· East of England

The Angel

The Angel β€” Historic pub β€” listed building or notable heritage status.

FreeπŸ•β†— vintageinn.co.uk
The Bay HorseπŸ“· 5

Historic pubs Β· East of England

The Bay Horse

The Bay Horse β€” Historic pub β€” listed building or notable heritage status.

FreeπŸ•β†— bayhorsechelmsford.com
The Greyhound Public HouseπŸ“· 5

Historic pubs Β· East of England

The Greyhound Public House

The Greyhound Public House β€” Historic pub β€” listed building or notable heritage status.

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Frequently asked questions

Where is The Ship Public House?
The Ship Public House is in Essex, East of England, United Kingdom (postcode CO1 2QL), in the parish of Colchester, unparished area.
What is The Ship Public House?
The Ship Public House in England East, United Kingdom.
How do I get to The Ship Public House?
The nearest railway station is Colchester Town, about 0.4 km away. Drivers can use postcode CO1 2QL.
How do I get to The Ship Public House?
The nearest railway station is Colchester Town, about 0.4 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode CO1 2QL.