If you know of the many quirky antique shops or where to find those early books and first editions then of course you may have already visited Rye in the past.
For those unfortunate not to have been to Rye in the past, you are in for a treat. Perhaps a visit to one of our many National Trust properties such as Bodiam Castle, Batemans, Scotney castle, or English Heritage sites such as Camber Castle, Battle Abbey, Hastings Castle could interest you. If you play the Piano or want an enjoyable course to learn a new technique then perhaps Finchcocks will take your fancy. Within Rye you can visit the home of Henry James or EF Benson at Lamb house.
A tipple or a meal at The Mermaid Inn is always enjoyable, it’s a new build compared to some buildings in Rye as it was rebuilt in 1420.
Maybe Country gardens could offer you the opportunity to relax and draw inspiration, within the Rye Bay area we have many outstanding “Gardens” including Great Dixter, Merriments, Pashley Manor, Hole Park or Kings John Garden and of course Sissinghurst
Open Access
All properties we list have an access statement and many offer facilities for the impaired ranging from Wheelchairs provided to induction loops and assistance for the visually impaired. We suggest you speak with either the venue or your accommodation provider prior to making any reservations.
Day trips
Canterbury is under 60 minutes away and Tunbridge Wells even closer; Dover and the Channel tunnel is also under an hour away. Paris is under two hours away using the Ashford International rail link or even flying from Lydd International Airport into Le touqet.
Taxis
We have a good selection of taxis with low opening wide doors and with wheelchair access if needed.
- Romney MarshRomney Marsh The Fifth Continent is known for its natural beauty, the diversity of its habitats, rich history, extensive coastline and its sheep. What to See on Romney Marsh There is much to see and do on the Marsh, from its fine sandy beaches, world’s smallest public railway, mediaeval churches, nature and bird reserves, unspoilt countryside and ...
- Bodiam CastlePlan to see this in association with Kent and East Sussex Light Railway and Bodiam Boating station, it makes for a really enjoyable day out. Archetypal 14th century moated castle with ruined interior – a glimpse of medieval splendour Set in the heart of an historic landscape, with spiral staircases, battlements and a portcullis, 14th century Bodiam ...
- Rye MuseumRye Castle Museum has two sites: the Ypres Tower (in the area known as the Gun Garden) and the East Street Museum, which holds most of our Local History exhibits. The Ypres Tower is open throughout the year, 7 days a week except Christmas and Boxing Day. Opening hours in summer are from 10.30am to 5.00pm and ...
- Rye Harbour Nature ReserveRye Harbour Nature Reserve is one of the most important conservation sites on the Sussex coast. Rye Harbour Nature Reserve has been recognised as a Site of Special Scientific Interest, a Special Protection Area for birds, a Special Area of Conservation under the EU Habitats Directive and a candidate Ramsar site that takes account of its importance as a wetland ...
- Concepts of RyeThe Ranges of Furniture offered cover Dining, Living and Bedrooms and major on Oak (Natural Oiled and Lacquered), Glass, Leather (Chairs and Sofas) plus the recently introduced Neptune range of Oak / Painted furniture. We pride ourselves on our product selection, taking time to choose Quality Products, with Realistic Pricing. Availability – Most items can be available within a matter of ...
- Lime Wharf CafeLime Wharf Cafe is located close to Bodiam Boating station and Kent and east Sussex railway
- Rye Spice CompanyRye Spice Company are located on the thriving Rye Industrial Estate and have been providing an extensive range of dried Herbs, Spices, Fruit, Nuts and other culinary ingredients since 1995. Our main business is supplying into the Food Trade but we opened our online shop due to high demand from the public, simple look through the site ...
- The Golden Fleece RyeEstablished in 1973 we are Barbour, Harris Tweed and Jack Murphy stockists and specialists in British lifestyle and country wear. Our online shop features the latest seasonal styles and garments which are of the highest quality. We also stock a large range of sheepskin rugs, hats, gloves and mittens, all available in store. Opening Times: Monday – Saturday 9:30am ...
- The Globe InnThe Globe Inn is really one of the traditional places to eat in Rye, it’s a modern country inn located in the heart of Rye with a very strong sense of identity. The Globe Inn instantly has you looking around to see what else is happening. The decor is a treat in itself and if ...
- Peasmarsh PlacePeasmarsh Place is a popular top class care home in Peasmarsh in only a short drive from Rye Bay. If you and your family are looking for a suitable Care Home for yourself or a loved one this may feel like a huge task. Facilities & Services: Day Care • Respite Care • Physiotherapy • Own GP ...
- Clive Sawyer PhotographyClive Sawyer is fortunately based in Rye in the High st and has enjoyed a long and industrious career working on commissions in over 55 countries. His unique style and wealth of experience capturing images on location for the travel and other related industries made Clive the natural choice as the preferred photographer for the Visitor Guides and ...
- Rye Auction GalleriesCompany Director & Auctioneer Kevin Wall is the main Director of Rye Auctions and is the Auctioneer who conducts the sales at Rye Auctions. Always pleased to hear from anyone wanting to put items into auction you can contact the team using the email address below. E-mail: info@ryeauctiongalleriesltd.com Viewing day before the sale between 9.00am – 4.30pm To ...
- The GrapevineThe Grapevine Wine Bar Rye is a great place to relax and unwind
- Who’s Listening – audio storiesThe Marshlink line cuts through an area steeped in history, providing a wealth of material for both emerging and established writers. Inspired by lives and legends from the past, two rap stories, The Smugglers’ Tale and The Case of Alice Martin, were written and recorded by nine young people as part of a three-day workshop ...
- CYCLE & WHEELCHAIR HIRERye Hire are genuinely nice and helpful local people, located just off Cinque Ports street. https://www.ryehire.co.uk/bike-hire/ We hire out road and mountain cycles, with a new fleet every year. We also hire tandems and child seats. We have cycle helmets if required, both for hire and for sale. The surrounding area is criss-crossed with cycle paths and ...
- Carr-Taylor VineyardIf you’re looking into English wines, you are probably aware that the industry’s reputation is going from strength to strength. (It’s amazing how many people still don’t know we make wine in the UK!) Whether your motivation is keeping your carbon footprint low, supporting local producers, or simply that you’re interested in sourcing exciting new, ...
- Romney Hythe and Dymchurch RailwayOnly 15 minutes short drive from Rye and still within the Rye Bay area this is a must see for kids and especially big kids. TimeTable and Fares http://www.rhdr.org.uk/fares.html For the past 88 years the Romney, Hythe & Dymchurch Railway has been an integral part of the landscape of the Romney Marsh. Known as “Kent’s Mainline in Miniature”, our World Famous one-third full ...
- Beauty Lounge RyeBeauty Lounge Rye is upstairs in a lovely bright lounge setting. You will always find a warm welcome and plenty of time to relax and enjoy yourselves. With many years of experience Sam and Lisa offer a wide range of Beauty including extensive hair and nail treatments. We are fully qualified and insured. Relaxed, friendly environment to get pampered ...
- Rye History WalksRye History Walks offer a fascinating guided walk around the Citadel. We all love to come and visit Rye in Sussex and yet a few snippets of additional detail will make this magical medieval Cinque ports town come to life. Mike Carver has taught history for 20 years and and has led an organised historical tours and ...
- Great DixterGreat Dixter was the family home of gardener and gardening writer Christopher Lloyd. It was the focus of his energy and enthusiasm and fuelled over 40 years of books and articles. Now under the stewardship of Fergus Garrett and the Great Dixter Charitable Trust, Great Dixter is an historic house, a garden, a centre of education, and ...
- Kino Cinema & Cafe-barWhat’s playing now Kino Rye is a brand new, state-of-the-art 2-screen cinema, café-bar and function venue at the top of Lion Street in the medieval heart of Rye. Kino is open every day from 9.00am with film screenings from around 10.00am. The creation of Kino Rye involved a complete renovation of the Victorian buildings, the addition of ...
- Gusbourne EstateGusbourne Estate have a deep respect for nature, an uncompromising quest for quality and a fastidious approach to detail is at the heart of everything we do – from the way we grow our grapes to the way we age our wines. Andrew Weeber’s vision of creating the finest wines in the world is supported by precision ...
- Stoats Self catering Holiday Home RyeStoats Self catering Holiday Home Rye Situated in a quiet unadopted lane close to Winchelsea Beach. Stoats is a modernised semi-detached family, pet and mobility-friendly bungalow. Comprising of 4 bedrooms with space for 8/9 visitors it provides a peaceful comfortable location for a relaxing family holiday. Extensive gardens are enclosed to the rear of the property and contain ...
- Rye Art GalleryRye Art Gallery located on Rye High street is home to an inspiring display of regularly changing contemporary art and craft, a fine Permanent Collection of national and regional importance and a programme of supporting events and community activities. Step through our door in the High Street and you will be on a journey of discovery. From ...
- Plaristo Craft Gallery RyeOur Bio-burners, have been such a success that we are expanding our range. We are now supplying a selection of models, beautifully constructed in Britain in marble and stainless steel. They include elegant table top burners, free-standing units and complete fireplaces which can be custom built to fit against any wall – no chimney required! Come in ...
- Station Antiques Appledore near RyeIt’s a large place with lots to see, we tried to get a feel for what would be found and went alog to see it, HUGE! comes close it’s well worth the short picturesque 10 minute drive drive from Rye You really will be pleased you came to explore Station Antiques, we have so much to see ...
- Hub On Rye HillThe Hub on the hill is A community wellbeing centre in Rye, we offer a great place to meet either with friends in a splendid Café or in one of the many meeting rooms some of which are equipped for board room style meetings, others for consultancy and some as treatment rooms. With plenty of parking ...
- The UnionLocated just a short walk from the high street and the Town hall. Whilst it has enjoyed a varied use over the past 500 years and was last a pub before being renovated and lovingly restored in 2020 by the current owners. The Union Rye is now a modern British restaurant and cocktail bar set in ...
- Simon the PiemanSimon the Pieman for many years the love and passion of one man. Simon the Pieman started as a family business and remains many years later as such. Each morning the ovens start whilst most people sleep, fresh ingredients from private recipes are used to create the delights for friends who live in Rye and frequent ...
- DJ fossils and mineralsLooking for an unusual present to say thank you? http://djfossilsandminerals.com/ are located in Rye High street and have some of the most beautiful Fossils on display and a lot more out of sight. DJ Fossils and Minerals is a family run business we have been selling fossils and crystals for around 22 years now we have run a ...
- Fletchers RestaurantFletchers Restaurant opened in 2022 and gently created a stir. After recruiting one of the best chefs in the area a fabulous mouth watering menu was launched and tested. With award winning staff (won 4 in a bed twice) this is a place to visit for a great meal. The reviews are already well worth reading ...
- HushHeath VineyardsBalfour-Brut-RoseVision The vision was English Pink Sparkling Wine to rival the finest from Champagne and the rest of the world. The story begins here in deepest Kent, the Garden of England. It leads through the perfectly manicured Hush Heath vineyards, orchards and woodland, a new state of the art winery, great people, world class awards and recognition. The ...
- Sedlescombe VineyardsHead down to rural East Sussex, for your chance to meet one of the UK’s true eco-pioneers. Sedlescombe Vineyard likes being first. Not only the first organic vineyard in 1979, but as of late 2010, Sedlescombe is home to England’s first biodynamic vineyard. Roy and Irma Cook now run 23 acres in several plots including the ...
- Cafe des fleurs Rye FlowersCafe des fleurs Rye Flowers are Located next to the railway station this popular florist offers a great selection of flowers for all occasions. Serving beautiful fresh flowers throughout East Sussex and west Kent where we strive to provide a wide variety of quality, freshly cut flowers for every occasion, creating stunning arrangements that appeal to ...
- Antiques at Rameslie HouseThe shop is an interesting mix of Antiques and musical boxes, what will instantly get your attention is the quality of the items in the shop and that it’s so nicely laid out you can find what you want and yet still find surprises if you delve. Recently Steve finished filming in the shop for the ...