Colchester case study

Question 1

What is the population of Colchester in 2011 and 2021?

Answer 1

2011 - 173,100
2021 - 192,700

Question 2

Outline the Historic background of Colchester

Answer 2

Roman Era - Centre of Roman Culture in Britain

Medieval Period - Medieval market town, played role in Wool trade.

16th- 18th century - Impacted by reformation. Arrival of Dutch weavers diversified cultural landscape. Boosted textile industry.

Question 3

Outline cultural evolution of Colchester

Answer 3

Historical sites –>Roman and Norman ruins

University of Essex (est 1964)

Arts and festivals (e.g. Presence of First site)