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Crouch Street Launderette & Dry Cleaners

93 Crouch St, Colchester, CO3 3EZ4.6(78 reviews)

Opening Hours

Monday
6am-10pm
Tuesday
6am-10pm
Wednesday
6am-10pm
Thursday
6am-10pm
Friday
6am-10pm
Saturday
6am-10pm
Sunday
6am-10pm

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Payment

Coin
Card
Contactless

Contactless and card payment recently added (as of last month per reviews). Customers note coin-operated machines still available; £1 coins needed for washers, 20p or £1 coins for dryers. Cash alternative to cards accepted.

Services and Amenities

  • Self Service
  • Card Payment
  • Coin Operated
  • Blanket Cleaning
  • Collection Delivery
  • Commercial Laundry
  • Dry Cleaning
  • Duvet Cleaning
  • Large Item Washing
  • Pillow Cleaning
  • Wash Dry Fold
  • Collection And Delivery
  • 7 Days A Week Operation
  • Cash Accepted
  • Contactless Payment
  • Early Opening
  • Extended Hours
  • Folding Tables
  • Large Capacity Dryers
  • Large Capacity Washers
  • Late Closing
  • Multiple Machine Options
  • Multiple Wash Programs
  • On Site Staff
  • Parking Available
  • Transgender Safe Space
  • Well Lit

Customer Reviews

4.6
78 Google reviews

Crouch Street Laundrette receives mixed feedback with a strong 4.56/5 average rating. Customers praise the friendly staff, convenient payment options, extended hours, and reliable machines, but express significant frustration over high pricing, frequent machine outages, and isolated service incidents. The facility is viewed as dependable but overpriced relative to local alternatives.

Based on automated analysis of customer reviews

Staff ServiceStrong positive signal
12 mentions
Payment OptionsStrong positive signal
7 mentions
Quality ResultsMostly positive
6 mentions
Speed EfficiencyMostly positive
4 mentions
Facility CleanlinessMostly positive
5 mentions
Convenience AmenitiesMostly positive
8 mentions
Machines EquipmentMostly positive
8 mentions
PricingMixed feedback
9 mentions

It's twice as expensive as the Circuit washing machines at University

Common positives
  • Staff are genuinely helpful, friendly, and go above and beyond (allowing late stays, clear guidance)
  • Contactless card payment eliminates need for coins
  • Open until 10pm, accommodating for working customers and holiday periods
  • Machines are well-maintained, easy to use, and deliver clean results
  • Staff provide laundry advice and stain removal expertise
Watch-outs
  • Requires pound coins for machines (£1 coins needed)
  • Forced to carry cash despite contactless option availability
  • Gets busy, especially past 6pm
  • Machines shut down around 10pm, door closes at 21:50
  • People hog drying machines with multiple loads

* These highlights and concerns are based on automated analysis of user feedback and are not independently verified.

About this launderette

Crouch Street Launderette & Dry Cleaners

Danes Laundry is a comprehensive launderette offering both self-service and staffed laundry solutions for domestic and commercial customers. This modern facility provides a wide range of services including domestic laundry, commercial contracts, dry cleaning, and specialist cleaning for duvets, pillows, blankets, and other items. Operating from 6am to 10pm daily, seven days a week, the launderette caters to diverse customer needs with convenient collection and delivery options available. Danes Laundry is committed to inclusivity as a verified LGBTQ+ friendly and transgender safe space. With on-site professional staff, flexible payment options, and dedicated service for holiday lets and Airbnb properties, this launderette delivers reliable, customer-focused laundry solutions with convenient extended hours for busy lifestyles.

Questions people ask

What payment methods does Crouch Street Launderette accept?
Crouch Street Launderette & Dry Cleaners accepts cash, card, and contactless payment. Coin-operated machines remain available, requiring £1 coins for washers and 20p or £1 coins for dryers. The launderette added contactless and card payment options to reduce the need for loose change.
How much does it cost to wash and dry clothes at Crouch Street Launderette?
A standard cold wash on a self-service machine costs £9. Drying costs and wash temperatures for other cycles are not publicly listed on the launderette's information. For specific dryer pricing or alternative wash options, customers are advised to contact the launderette directly or check pricing displayed in-store.
Does Crouch Street Launderette offer duvet cleaning, and how much does it cost?
Yes, Crouch Street Launderette & Dry Cleaners provides duvet cleaning as a service wash. Super-king size duvets are cleaned off-site and cost £25 including wash and dry. The launderette also has extra-large on-site duvet machines available, though some larger duvets may require the off-site service.
What are the opening hours, and when do machines shut down?
Crouch Street Launderette & Dry Cleaners operates until 22:00 (10 pm). Machines begin shutting down around 22:00, and the door closes automatically at 21:50. Staff may allow customers to finish drying if running slightly late, making the launderette convenient for those working after typical hours.
Is parking available at Crouch Street Launderette?
Limited street parking is available in the shopping centre area surrounding Crouch Street Launderette & Dry Cleaners. However, parking can be difficult due to double yellow lines, frequent obstruction from post office vans, and the narrow, busy nature of Crouch Street with its bike lanes and pedestrian crossing. Careful manoeuvring is required when accessing the launderette by car.
What services does Crouch Street Launderette offer beyond self-service washing?
Beyond self-service washing and drying, Crouch Street Launderette & Dry Cleaners offers dry cleaning, service wash, wash-dry-fold, commercial laundry, domestic laundry, holiday let and Airbnb linen services, and specialised duvet cleaning. Customers can drop off items for professional cleaning and return to collect later, or use the self-service machines with assistance from the friendly, knowledgeable staff.

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Last updated
2026-05-18
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