Amphora Connect
Amphora Connect is the UK’s largest council‑owned fibre network. We exist to deliver digital infrastructure for public good - connecting residents, businesses and public services to lightning‑fast, reliable full fibre, while putting communities, partnership and long‑term value at the heart of everything we do. As a council-owned network, we take a different approach to connectivity. Our focus is on openness, resilience and inclusivity, ensuring Colchester’s digital foundations support economic growth, improved public services and better everyday experiences for the people who live and work here.
Our work
FULL FIBRE FOR ALL
Delivering ultra‑fast, future‑proof full fibre across Colchester - ensuring communities, businesses and public services can benefit from reliable digital connectivity, now and in the future.
POWERING SMART CITY GROWTH
Enabling digital transformation across homes, businesses and public services - supporting smarter places, better services and long‑term economic growth.
RELIABLE & RESILIENT CONNECTIVITY
A high‑performance, resilient fibre network designed to support competition, innovation and the evolving digital demands of a growing city.
SUPPORTING LOCAL INNOVATION
Working in partnership to help local businesses, innovators and service providers thrive - reinvesting in Colchester through open, city‑owned digital infrastructure that delivers long‑term community value.
Colchester Events
Managing top venues and hosting high-impact events that attract visitors and drive local growth.
Find out moreHelpline 24/7
Providing 24/7 emergency response, remote monitoring, and independent living support across North Essex.
Find out moreAmphora Connect - CCTV
Monitoring public spaces to enhance security, support emergency services, and improve civic safety.
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