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Winter support

Colchester Borough Council is providing support for residents, businesses and communities throughout winter.

Expression of Interest for Old Heath Recreation Ground Community Café


The application process

Application process

Organisations wishing to express an interest in leasing the new Community Café should submit:

Applications must be received no later than midday on the closing date.

If you have any issues with your application, contact Emma Lamond:

Next steps

  1. Expressions of Interest will be considered by a panel. Additional information may be requested.
  2. Successful applicants will be invited to present their proposal to the panel and answer questions.
  3. The final decision to grant a lease will be made at the sole discretion of the panel.

Timetable

Expression of interest process for the new Community Café:

Action Date
Expression of Interest for the lease of Old Heath Recreation Ground Community Café opens and application information is available on the Colchester City Council website. 6 October 2025
Expression of Interest process closes 14 November 2025
Interviews and Colchester City Council decision period 17 November to 5 December 2025
Successful applicant enters into negotiations for a lease (subject to contract) 12 December 2025

Important notice

Colchester City Council gives notice that:

  • particulars are set out as a general outline for guidance and do not constitute part of an offer or contract
  • all descriptions, dimensions, references to condition and necessary permissions for use and occupation are given without responsibility. Applicants must satisfy themselves, by inspection or otherwise, as to the correctness of each point
  • the council does not bind itself to accept the highest or any offer

Page last reviewed: 11 September 2025