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Coast & Country

Situated on the edge of Romney Marshes just a few miles
from the sea, Rye is the perfect place from which to explore
diverse natural landscapes on foot, by bicycle or boat.

Steaming across the Romney Marsh

Romney, Hythe & Dymchurch Railway runs for spectacular panoramic views during the day or
13½ miles from the picturesque Cinque Port town pre-book onto one of our evening Dungeness
of Hythe, through the family friendly seaside Diners. The Heywood Buffet at New Romney
village to Dymchurch, towards the railways serves up a warming lunch and bite sized
headquarters at New Romney and finally reaching children’s menu. Looking for something sweet?
the National Nature Reserve of Dungeness. The vintage style Tea Room at Hythe Station
has plenty of treats to whet the appetite.
photo: Clive Sawyer The Model Exhibition at New Romney Station
is a must-see attraction. Showcasing RH&DR Hythe, Dymchurch, New Romney and
memorabilia, past headboards and of course a Dungeness Stations are all host to quality
working model railway. The interactive features souvenir shops, whether it’s a gift for the
The popular summer destination of Camber Rye Bay offers excellent sailing throughout are sure to keep the children intrigued whilst children or a nostalgic treat for yourself,
Sands is nearby, offering a huge expanse of the year and the rivers Rother and Tilling displays depicting the railways history always there is something for everyone.
white sandy beach and a large dune system are both popular with canoeists. The Royal engage the grown-ups. Set alongside these
to explore. Military Canal passes through Rye. extensive indoor features, over the bridge, you Suitable for all generations in all weathers
Winchelsea Beach is a small community will find the train themed outdoor play area, the railway is the perfect day out. This popular
The area is of historic military interest, located at the foot of the hill upon which ideal for older children. The younger children steam railway is rated as one of Kent’s top
being the location for a variety of stands Winchelsea. It is largely residential will enjoy the Tiny Tots play area situated attractions.
fortifications from the 16th, 17th and but the long shingle beach offers magnificent behind the play hut alongside platform 1.
20th centuries. There is also a disused views across the Rye Bay and Rother estuary.
lifeboat station, which once housed the Catering is available at most stations including the New Romney Station Postcode: TN28 8PL
Mary Stanford lifeboat, tragically lost at For walkers several long distance footpaths End of the Line Restaurant at Dungeness, take in the www.rhdr.org.uk • 01797 362353
sea in 1928 with no survivors. pass through Rye – 1066 Country Walk, High
Weald Landscape Trail, Saxon Shore Way and
Although called Camber Castle, the 16th Royal Military Canal Path. Stretching for 32
century fort is actually situated between miles from Seabrook in Kent to Cliff End in
Rye Harbour and Winchelsea. At the time East Sussex, the Royal Military Canal passes
of construction, the site was a shingle through Rye offering visitors lots of
spit offering protection to Rye Bay and the opportunities for boating and fishing.
approaches to the local towns. The area has The canal was originally designed as a
since silted up over time and is now situated defensive structure for keeping out invaders
inland. Camber Castle opens to the public rather than for navigation. Now a popular
on the first Saturday of July, August and waterway, walkers and cyclists share the
September at 2pm and as part of guided towpath that runs alongside, enjoying the
walks around Rye Harbour Nature Reserve. surrounding scenery and wildlife.

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