The Mayor of Colchester is Councillor Andrew Ellis and the Mayoress is Mrs Nicky Ellis.
Councillor Ellis will serve as Mayor until May 2027. The Mayor’s theme for 2026 to 2027 is Growing Well – Helping Colchester Flourish.
The Deputy Mayor is Councillor Paul Smith and the Deputy Mayoress is Mrs Sarah Smith.
The Mayor’s role
The Mayor is the non-political chair of the council. They cannot become involved in complaints or other matters relating to council services, decisions or procedures.
The Mayor is elected at the first council meeting following the annual city council elections. The installation ceremony takes place each May at Colchester Town Hall.
During the ceremony, the Mayor takes the oath of office and receives the chains of office from the Town Serjeant.
The Mayor usually chooses a theme and charities to support during their year in office.
The Mayor attends events and engagements held by organisations across Colchester and may act as patron of local groups and associations.
The Mayor’s Parlour is the Mayor’s office and reception suite at Colchester Town Hall. It also displays civic regalia and items relating to the city’s heritage.
The Mayor’s charities
The Mayor’s chosen charities for 2026 to 2027 are:
The Mayor and Mayoress will hold fundraising events throughout the mayoral year to support these charities.
Upcoming events
There are currently no upcoming mayoral fundraising events listed.
Donate to the Mayor’s charities
You can donate:
- by cheque – contact the Civic Officer for more information
- in cash at the Town Hall – receipts are available on request
- by bank transfer – contact the Civic Officer for payment details
Email mayorsoffice@colchester.gov.uk for more information.
Invite the Mayor to an event
Complete the online form to invite the Mayor to an event.
Your request will be sent to the Civic Officer. Contact the Civic Officer if you have not received a response within 10 days.
If you cannot complete the online form, email or write to the Mayor and include:
- the name of your organisation
- your full contact details
- the type, date and time of the event
- details of any duties you would like the Mayor to perform
Contact the Civic Officer
The Civic Officer manages the civic diary, organises civic events and deals with donations to the Mayor’s charities.
Email: mayorsoffice@colchester.gov.uk
Telephone: 01206 282206
Post:
The Mayor of Colchester
Colchester City Council
Rowan House
33 Sheepen Road
Colchester
CO3 3WG