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About Essex University

Welcome to the official page for Essex University’s on-campus venues: Lakeside Theatre and Essex Sport Arena. Located on the Colchester Campus (Square 5), these venues offer a mix of touring theatre, live screenings, student productions, and large-scale sport events. Whether you’re catching a National Theatre Live or Royal Shakespeare Company screening at Lakeside, or cheering on teams at the Essex Sport Arena, we’ve got you covered with practical details to help you plan your visit.

Below you’ll find seating information, parking and transportation guidance, and trusted hotel and dining recommendations to make your trip straightforward and enjoyable.

For the latest show listings, event dates, and any venue-specific access information, check the official Essex University pages for Lakeside Theatre and Essex Sport Arena. If you’re using our service, you’ll find seats and tickets secured with the same easy, no-fuss approach you expect — like having a reliable friend in the business.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Lakeside Theatre is on the University of Essex Colchester Campus (Square 5). Address: Lakeside Theatre, University of Essex, Colchester, CO4 3SQ.
  • Lakeside Theatre capacity: 200-seat main stage plus an intimate studio space; hosts touring fringe theatre and National Theatre Live/RSC screenings; Homegrown and student productions.
  • Essex Sport Arena is a on-campus, multi‑purpose arena with retractable bleacher seating for up to 1,655 spectators (viewing up to ~2,000 with additional seating).
  • Essex Sport Arena address: University of Essex, Wivenhoe Park, Colchester CO4 3SQ.
  • Parking is on campus with multiple car parks; Lakeside events typically use Valley/Visitor car parks and ParkSmart app; Essex Sport Arena has its own on-site parking and nearby access routes.
  • Getting there: Colchester rail connections (London Liverpool Street to Colchester) and local bus routes (e.g., 61, 62, 74/74B, 76, 78) to the campus.
  • Nearby hotels: Wivenhoe House Hotel (4*) on campus; other Colchester options nearby.
  • Notable events: Lakeside hosts National Theatre Live and Royal Shakespeare Company screenings; Essex Sport Arena hosts Essex Rebels basketball/volleyball and large events (e.g., Nations Unite 2026).
  • Renaming/demolition: No reports of demolition or renaming; venues remain Lakeside Theatre and Essex Sport Arena.