What did the Romans ever do for us? That question and others will be answered as you are taken on a journey back in time to explore the City’s impressive Roman era landmarks and rich cultural heritage. this tour includes access to a Roman Theatre Remember You can just turn up and pay with Cash/ Credit/ Debit card on the night Please inform us of your visit Why not reserve a custom tour designed specifically for you at your preferred time?

ROMAN COLCHESTER TOUR Every Saturday 1pm Starting from The Colchester War Memorial

COLCHESTER CITY TOUR Every Saturday 3pm Starting from The Colchester War Memorial

Whether you’re a tourist or a local, a Tour of Colchester offers a unique opportunity to discover the City’s rich history, cultural heritage and architectural beauty. Explore the past and present of this vibrant, ever changing City. Remember You can just turn up and pay with Cash/ Credit/ Debit card on the night Please inform us of your visit Why not reserve a custom tour designed specifically for you at your preferred time?

Giving a Colchester History Tours gift voucher is the perfect gift for history enthusiasts and curious explorers. It offers the recipient a unique and enriching experience, allowing them to dive into the captivating history of Colchester. This voucher allows the choice one of 4 tours. valid for 1 year. Electronic Voucher

Gift Voucher

I have over 30 years of public speaking experience and a passion for Colchester’s history as a authorised City guide, I aim to showcase the City’s past to residents and tourists alike through interactive, humorous and educational tours. Join me on a journey through time to discover the people, places, and events that have shaped this remarkable and ever-changing City. Extra charges apply, minimum 2 people

WHY NOT BOOK ME FOR A PRIVATE CUSTOM TOUR AT A TIME OF YOUR CHOOSING?

Ray McCarthy

Accessibility and Inclusivity information and Environmental Statement

Accessibility and inclusivity information Colchester History Tours is committed to encouraging equality, diversity and inclusion among our workforce, and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative of all sections of society and our customers, and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. The organisation – in providing goods and/or services and/or facilities – is also committed against unlawful discrimination of customers or the public. Our policy’s purpose This policy’s purpose is to: 1. Provide equality, fairness and respect for all in our employment, whether temporary, part-time or full-time 2. Not unlawfully discriminate because of the Equality Act 2010 protected characteristics of: age disability gender reassignment marriage and civil partnership pregnancy and maternity race (including colour, nationality, and ethnic or national origin) religion or belief sex sexual orientation 3. Oppose and avoid all forms of unlawful discrimination. This includes in: pay and benefits terms and conditions of employment dealing with grievances and discipline dismissal redundancy leave for parents requests for flexible working selection for employment, promotion, training or other development opportunities Our commitments The organisation commits to: 1. Encourage equality, diversity and inclusion in the workplace as they are good practice and make business sense. 2. Create a working environment free of bullying, harassment, victimisation and unlawful discrimination, promoting dignity and respect for all, and where individual differences and the contributions of all staff are recognised and valued. This commitment includes training managers and all other employees about their rights and responsibilities under the equality, diversity and inclusion policy. Responsibilities include staff conducting themselves to help the organisation provide equal opportunities in employment, and prevent bullying, harassment, victimisation and unlawful discrimination. All staff should understand they, as well as their employer, can be held liable for acts of bullying, harassment, victimisation and unlawful discrimination, in the course of their employment, against fellow employees, customers, suppliers and the public. 3. Take seriously complaints of bullying, harassment, victimisation and unlawful discrimination by fellow employees, customers, suppliers, visitors, the public and any others in the course of the organisation’s work activities. Such acts will be dealt with as misconduct under the organisation’s grievance or disciplinary procedures, and appropriate action will be taken. Particularly serious complaints could amount to gross misconduct and lead to dismissal without notice. Further, sexual harassment may amount to both an employment rights matter and a criminal matter, such as in sexual assault allegations. In addition, harassment under the Protection from Harassment Act 1997 – which is not limited to circumstances where harassment relates to a protected characteristic – is a criminal offence. 4. Make opportunities for training, development and progress available to all staff, who will be helped and encouraged to develop their full potential, so their talents and resources can be fully utilised to maximise the efficiency of the organisation. 5. Make decisions concerning staff based on merit (apart from in any necessary and limited exemptions and exceptions allowed under the Equality Act). 6. Review employment practices and procedures when necessary to ensure fairness, and also update them and the policy to take account of changes in the law. 7. Monitor the make-up of the workforce regarding information such as age, sex, ethnic background, sexual orientation, religion or belief, and disability in encouraging equality, diversity and inclusion, and in meeting the aims and commitments set out in the equality, diversity and inclusion policy. Monitoring will also include assessing how the equality, diversity and inclusion policy, and any supporting action plan, are working in practice, reviewing them annually, and considering and taking action to address any issues. Last reviewed 07 January 2022 Sustainability Statement Colchester History tours is committed to leading the industry in minimising the impact of its activities on the environment. The key points of its strategy to achieve this are: Minimise waste by evaluating operations and ensuring they are as efficient as possible. Minimise emissions through the selection and use of and the source of its power requirement. Actively promote recycling both internally and amongst its customers and suppliers. Source and promote a product range to minimise the environmental impact of both production and distribution. Meet or exceed all the environmental legislation that relates to the Company. Signed by Senior Director of company.