Colchester is a town in New London County, Connecticut, United States. The town is part of the Southeastern Connecticut Planning Region. The population was 15,555 at the 2020 census. In 2010 Colchester became the first tow… See more

On March 31, 1661, the original settlement of Colchester, was founded by Jeremy Adams upon a 340-acre area of land known as "Jerimiah's Farme". The land was given to Jeremy, by Uncas, Sachem of the Mohegan… See more

According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 49.8 square miles (129 km ), of which 49.1 square miles (127 km ) is land and 0.7 square miles (1.8 km ), or 1.49%, is water. Among the … See more

The Salmon River State Forest provides opportunities for fishing, hiking, and hunting.
Formerly an incorporated borough, the town center of Colchester is listed on the National Register of … See more

Colchester has four schools: Colchester Elementary School (Pre K-2), Jack Jackter Intermediate School (Grades 3–5), William J. Johnston Middle School (Grades 6–8), Bacon Academy (Grades 9–12). See more