The Arena Leisure Centre
The Arena Leisure is situated near the centre of Colchester and has everything you need whatever the occasion. Whether you're planning a wedding, party, anniversary or any other family gatherings the Arena can offer facilities for 10 to 300 people.

We can provide for all your functions needs when hiring a room - from balloons, room decorations, discos and live music.
We can also cater for seminars, conferences, exhibitions, meetings and much more. Resources such as flip-charts, OHP's, digital projectors and computer suites can be arranged.

Within the building we also offer a wide range of other services including a gym, physiopherapist, hair salon, nail technician and holistic therapies.

The Arena also plays host to a large number of clubs and societies as well as being the base for many fitness sessions.
The Arena is fully licensed and use of our bars and restaurant facilities are included within the room hire agreement.

Catten College is also based within the Arena Leisure Centre and as well as offering Apprenticeships, a large number of short courses are offered for work based skills and C.V. enhancement.