Mushroom picking in Colchester
Colchester lies at about 29 m. Forest is scarce here: 13 % within 10 km, mostly oak and alder. In the 2026 season, the most good days here were for King Trumpet Mushroom, Field Mushroom and Lurid Bolete. Today Red-cracking Bolete leads with 21 %.
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Which mushrooms grow in Colchester?
In the 2026 season our forecast showed the most good days in Colchester for King Trumpet Mushroom, Field Mushroom, Lurid Bolete.
How much forest is there in Colchester?
Within 10 km of Colchester about 13 % of the land is forest.
When is mushroom season in Colchester?
The main season is usually August to October; rain and warmth decide when it starts. The growth chance above shows today, the mushroom forecast the next 10 days.