Updated Summer 2013

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How to get here By Train: Trains depart from Charing Cross, By Road: Rye is situated on the A259 between London Bridge, St Pancras (High Speed Link) and to the west and to the east and Waterloo East (change at Ashford International for on the A268 from the north. Visit www.theaa.co.uk Rye) approx 1hr 5mins. Trains also depart from London for a detailed route planner to Rye from your starting Victoria and Gatwick Airport (change at Hastings for destination. From London/M25, take the A21 or M20 Rye). Rail information: 08457 484950 and follow signs to Rye. Upon arrival, follow signs to www.nationalrail.co.uk Rye’s main visitor car park, Gibbet Marsh (210 spaces).

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Dieppe The Inside & Out of Rye Historic Rye Writers and Artists Outside Rye Perched on a hill, the medieval town of Rye is the Whereas many towns boast a colourful past but Many of these Rye residents have become world Walks wind their way through the historic sort of place you thought existed only in your have little evidence of it, Rye can bear testimony to famous literary heroes, such as Henry James, landscape full of special wildlife, which can be imagination. Almost suspended in time, Rye’s its eventful past. Conrad Aiken, Joseph Conrad, H. G. Wells and G. enjoyed all year long. In late spring sea kale blooms unhurried atmosphere and enchanting streets For centuries Rye stood in the hill at the estuary of K. Chesterton, whereas others like John Ryan have on the shingle ridges of Nature draw visitors with their warm welcome. the River Rother, which provided a safe anchorage dreamt up popular stories such as the swashbuckling Reserve and marsh mallows flower in the ditches. It’s small enough to make you feel at home and harbour. Rye was an important place for adventures of Captain Pugwash. Corn buntings can be heard singing and whimbrel almost straight away but holds enough secret shipment and storage of iron from the Wealden iron Artists like Paul Nash and Edward Burra lived in Rye flocks feed in the area. In summer dragonflies and treasures to entice you to stay much longer. industry. which, together with the surrounding coastline, has damselflies dart over open water and marsh frogs bask in the sun at the edge of ponds. Autumn You’ll find quality independent retailers not seen As you wander around, look out for local landmarks been painted by artists such as Whistler, the Pre- brings the spectacle of migrating birds and in anonymous malls. Luxury products, antiques, like the Ypres Tower and Landgate Tower. Raphaelites and John Piper. colourful fruit in trees and shrubs. In winter large books, records and artisan goods are Rye’s Other buildings, such as Lamb House, (once the Rye’s most famous and best-loved author is flocks of lapwings circle over grassland and you speciality. Art and photography galleries are home of Henry James and later, E. F. Benson) in probably E. F. Benson, whose fictional town of might even be lucky enough to spot a bittern in the evidence of a flourishing creative community. West Street are open to the public. Don’t miss the is based on Rye. There are walks around E. F. reed beds or little egrets in the saltmarsh. Cobbled streets and narrow passages reveal view from the top of the tower of the Parish Church Benson’s Rye during the summer. Full details from Camber renowned for its outstanding natural architectural treasures among beautifully of St. Mary’s and when you explore the churchyard, Alan Dowling 01797 223114. beauty with its miles of golden sands to be preserved Medieval, Tudor and Georgian look out for the Town Water Cistern, built in 1735. enjoyed all year round. With over half a mile to the buildings. Many are open to the public as fine Rye’s real moment of fame came in the 12th water’s edge at low tide, visitors have plenty of restaurants, tearooms or . And when you century when Rye and were attached need a well-earned rest, retreat to the comforts of to the Cinque Port Hastings as ‘Antient Towns’ opportunity to enjoy water sports, bracing walks or a bed & breakfast or hotel housed in ancient and and later became members in their own right. The to beachcomb for beautiful shells. There is also a quirky buildings but with every modern amenity. town’s duties involved supplying the King with ships scenic cycle track from New Road (the A259 on the eastern outskirts of Rye) to Camber. Rye is a place where people pride themselves on and seamen, in return for freedom from taxation doing things differently. The Quarter Boys on and self-government. 13th century storms changed Winchelsea is the ‘Antient Town’ of the Cinque the shoreline so it had a large, safe harbour. the tower of St Mary the Virgin don’t strike on Ports built in 13th century – here the sea receded the hour but on the quarter. Mermaid Street is Rye survived frequent attacks from the French during to leave the town high and dry on an inland hilltop. peppered with ancient buildings, with unusual this era and some of Rye’s most famous landmarks Its picturesque Georgian houses have inspired names such as ‘The House Opposite’ or ‘The date from around this time. many great artists such as Turner and Millais. House with the Seat’. Even the sea is a little Perhaps Rye’s most exciting point in history was the This stunning village has stayed true to its wayward – it retreated from the town centuries 18th century when its prosperity depended as much ancient roots and is a quaint reminder of the ago, leaving Rye a stranded seaside town… on smuggling as any other trade. area’s rich history. A B C D E F G H I J K

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1 1 A B C D E F G H I J K The Old Vicarage at Hotels Guesthouses and Rye Harbour Self Catering The George in Rye HHHH Bed & Breakfast HHHHH Hare Farm Oast Located in the heart of Rye, with 34 Luxury B&B, Great views, short walk to beach HHHHH GOLD AWARD individually designed rooms. Jeake’s House & nature reserve, ample parking and garage A stylish three roundel set in a 98 High Street, Rye TN31 7JT HHHHH GOLD AWARD Harbour Road, Rye TN31 7TT breathtaking rural idyll. Sleeps 12 www.oldvicarageryeharbour.co.uk www.thegeorgeinrye.com Stylishly restored award winning town Stubb Lane, Brede, Rye TN31 6BT [email protected] [email protected] house in medieval centre. Free Wi-Fi, www.harefarmhideaways.co.uk 01797 222114 Map ref: F6 parking available, excellent touring base. 01797 222088/07824 668098 ref: G5 [email protected] Mermaid Street, Rye TN31 7ET 07802 979348 Map ref: C5 Rye Lodge HHH GOLD AWARD www.jeakeshouse.com White Vine House Rye’s Gold Award Hotel with luxurious [email protected] HHHHH AA Romney Point rooms, champagne bar and swimming pool 01797 222828 Map ref: F6 c1570s, the White Vine House has been Little Saltcote HHHH Regent Motel HHH HHHHH and car park. sympathetically restored and yet features Family run B&B within walking distance of Small Motel in Rye Town Centre, offering good 3 bedroom elegant, newly decorated, Hilders Cliff, Rye TN31 7LD Manor Farm Oast all the modern touches you’d expect. converted coach house. Working fireplace. town. Free parking, family and pet friendly. value accommodation and private parking. www.ryelodge.co.uk HHHHH GOLD AWARD 24 High Street, Rye TN31 7JF Panoramic views. Dogs welcome. 22 Military Road, Rye TN31 7NY [email protected] [email protected] 42 Street, Rye TN31 7AN Luxury 5 star B&B set in 110 acres of www.littlesaltcote.co.uk Point Hill, Rye TN31 7NP 01797 223838 Map ref: F6 www.whitevinehouse.co.uk farmland. Ideal retreat for rest and [email protected] www.regentmotel.com www.romneypoint.co.uk 01797 224748 Map ref: F6 [email protected] relaxation. 01797 223210 Map ref: F6 [email protected] The Gallivant Hotel HHH Windmill Lane, TN36 4WL 01797 225884 Map ref: 07513 209309 Map ref: F6 Strand House F6 New style beach house hotel www.manorfarmoast.co.uk Nicholls HHHH opposite the dunes and beach in Camber. [email protected] HHHH GOLD AWARD Coldharbour Cottage Quiet, comfortable, detached The Ship Inn HHH 01424 813787 Map ref: E4 Offers comfortable rooms in a historic house New Lydd Road, Camber TN31 7RB accommodation. Private parking, lovely HHHH GOLD AWARD in the countryside close to the sea. Former customs warehouse (1592), 10 rooms, www.thegallivanthotel.com garden, spectacular views over sea and Award winning farmhouse in stunning restaurant, bar, outside seating area, fireplace, [email protected] Oaklands Tanyards Lane, Winchelsea TN36 4JT Winchelsea. location overlooking Rother levels. 01797 225057 Map ref: H5 www.thestrandhouse.co.uk central Rye. HHHHH GOLD AWARD , Rye TN31 6AL Knock Hill, Stone-In-Oxney TN30 7JX [email protected] Luxury B&B in a stunning location. Delicious www.penella.org Strand Quay, Rye TN31 7DB www.coldharbourcottage.co.uk Map ref: The Mermaid Inn HHH “Sussex Breakfasts”. Free Parking & 01797 226276 F5 [email protected] www.theshipinnrye.co.uk [email protected] From a picturesque cobbled street, step Wi-Fi….. a great break! 01797 229000 Map ref: E5 [email protected] 01797 230214 Map ref: G8 back in time into one of England’s oldest & Little Garth Bed & Breakfast Udimore Road, Rye TN31 6AB 01797 222233 Map ref: F6 loveliest inns. www.oaklands-rye.co.uk HHHH SILVER AWARD Old Borough Arms HHHH Flushing House Mermaid Street, Rye TN31 7EY [email protected] Friendly family home locally sourced Attractive four star accommodation in the HHH HHHH GOLD AWARD www.mermaidinn.com 01797 229734 Map ref: F5 produce. En-suite bedrooms, within Tower House heart of Rye at affordable rates. Grade 2* listed holiday cottage, built c.1520. [email protected] walking distance, warm welcome awaits! Quiet Georgian historic Country House, large 2 bedrooms sleeps 4. Map ref: The Strand, Rye TN31 7DB 01797 223065 F6 Willow Tree House Cackle Street, Brede, Rye TN31 6DX garden. Central Rye, adjacent to medieval www.oldborougharms.co.uk 2A Church Square, Rye TN31 7HE www.littlegarthbrede.co.uk HHHHH GOLD AWARD [email protected] Landgate Arch, off road parking www.flushinghouse.co.uk The Riverhaven Hotel HHH [email protected] Experience an 18th Century luxury 01797 222128 Map ref: F6 The Old Dormy, Hilders Cliff, Rye [email protected] Family run hotel on the river offering en- 01424 882093 Map ref: B5 converted farmhouse, 10 minute stroll from TN31 7LD 01797 229795 Map ref: F6 suite accommodation and fine restaurant Rye town centre. HHH facilities. Chestnut Lodge Bed & Cliff Farm GOLD AWARD www.towerhouse-rye.co.uk 113 Winchelsea Road, Rye TN31 7EL HIGHLY COMMENDED 01797 226865 Map ref: F6 Brandy’s Cottage HHHH Quayside, Winchelsea Road, Rye www.willow-tree-house.com HHHH AA Breakfast Lovely farmhouse, uninterrupted views Luxury detached ground floor cottage for TN31 7EL [email protected] HIGHLY COMMENDED www.riverhaven.co.uk over . 2 miles from Rye, Westview Bed & Breakfast two people. Peaceful location one mile 01797 227820 Map ref: F6 Period Regency Grade II listed home near to [email protected] established 33 years. from Rye. Rye surrounded by gardens & rural views HHH 01797 227982 Map ref: F6 Military Road, , Cadborough Farm, Udimore Road, Rye The Lookout Main street, Beckley TN31 6RS Rye TN31 7QD Pretty riverside cottage, in quiet country lane, TN31 6AA www.chestnutlodgebeckley.com HHHHH SILVER AWARD www.cliff-farm.com two hundred yards from Winchelsea Town. www.cadborough.co.uk Rye Guide [email protected] 5 star Luxury B&B located in the picturesque [email protected] [email protected] For incredible hotels from the traditional to 01797 260877 Map ref: C7 Station Road, Winchelsea TN36 4JJ village of with fantastic sea views. 01797 280331 Map ref: G7 01797 225426 Map ref: E5 the contemporary, old world to state of the www.westview-winchelsea.com art visit our website. Chick Hill, Pett TN35 4EQ [email protected] www.lookoutbb.co.uk HHH HHHH www.ryeguide.co.uk Aviemore Cyprus Cottage [email protected] 01797 226351 Map ref: E4 [email protected] Imposing Victorian style Guest House Two bedroom cottage, near centre of Rye. 01424 812070 Map ref: E3 overlooking the green Salts. Lovely terraced Sun-trap courtyard, with garden furniture, garden. TripAdvisor listed. Rye Guide for relaxing or barbecue Gradings Explained HHH Good level of quality and comfort 28-30 Fishmarket Road, For outstanding world class B&B’s to suit 2 Cyprus Place, Rye TN31 7DR www.cypruscottagerye.co.uk H Simple, practical, no frills HHHH Excellent service throughout Rye TN31 7LP every taste and pocket visit our website. [email protected] HH Well presented and well run HHHHH Exceptional with a degree of luxury www.aviemoreguesthouse.co.uk [email protected] www.ryeguide.co.uk Map ref: For more information, visit www.qualityintourism.co.uk or www.theaa.com/travel 01732 464329 F6 01797 223052 Map ref: F6 [email protected] Tamworth & Meadow 1 Regent Square HHH Rye Guide Cottages HHHH Modern house in Rye Town Centre sleeps 5 For the very best in self catered Two detached cottages on pretty sheep persons with private parking. accommodation in the Rye Bay area visit Exploring 1066 Country farm. 15 minutes to Rye & Sea, near to c/o 42, Cinque Ports street, Rye our website. . TN31 7AN www.regentsquarerye.co.uk www.ryeguide.co.uk With a spectacular combination of coast and countryside that’s Great Prawls farm, Stone-in-Oxney, [email protected] [email protected] Nr Tenterden TN30 7HB scattered with relics and ruins from the past, 1066 Country is the www.prawls.co.uk 01797 225884 Map ref: F6 kind of place where you don’t just learn about history, you live it. [email protected] Known world-wide for its heritage, 1066 Country offers visitors a rich historical experience. 01797 270539 Map ref: G8 Freedom Holiday Homes

HH to HHHHH Taverners Cottage HHHH Herstmonceux Bexhill-on-Sea Over 200 VisitEngland approved self- Centrally located off quiet pedestrianised catering cottages from coast to country in street. One bedroom, terrace, lovely views. & Sussex.

Ockman lane, East Street, Rye c/o 15 High Street, Cranbrook TN31 7JY TN17 3EB www.ryeselfcatering.com www.freedomholidayhomes.co.uk [email protected] [email protected] 01797 223262 Map ref: F6 01580 720770 Battle

The Dairy HHHH Hastings A cottage full of character in an idyllic, peaceful location near Rye. Readers Barn, Readers Lane, Iden TN31 7UU 01797 280293 Map ref: F7

The Mews HHHH Boutique studio apartment. Stunning location - only just over a mile from Rye - a great break!

Oaklands, Udimore Road, Battle Rye TN31 6AB www.oaklands-rye.co.uk [email protected] The thriving market town of Battle is home to the 01797 229734 Map ref: F5 very spot where King Harold fell during the fateful conflict. The Edwardian seaside resort ofBexhill- Bramley & Teal on-Sea is the birthplace of British motor racing. The Holiday Cottages charming village of hosts ’s HHHH to HHHHH house ‘Batemans’. Europe’s largest beach-launched Our lovely holiday cottages enjoy fabulous fishing fleet can be seen inHastings where you can coastal or rural locations across Kent and also enjoy the picturesque Old Town. Sussex. Bodiam Yew Tree Cottage, 4 Station Road, Hurst Green TN19 7PL www.bramleyandteal.co.uk Herstmonceux is the perfect place for visitors [email protected] to lose themselves in the magic and mystery of 01580 860840 modern science. is a rich tapestry of thatched cottages and country pubs. Pevensey 15 The Boathouse, Rye HHH was the landing point for both the Romans and the Quality riverside apartment, decking to Normans and don’t miss the fairytale castle watch passing yachts with marsh beyond. of Bodiam. Close to centre of Rye. Visit 1066 Country and you will do far more than c/o 101 Lulworth Avenue, , Dorset, BH15 4DH learn about history, you’ll live it. www.rye4ubreaks.co.uk [email protected] www.visit1066country.com Burwash 01202 330105 Map ref: F6 The Hare and Hounds Rye Harbour Nature Reserve Organic Rye Castle Museum Ypres Tower Eating Out Attractions in Experience our coastal wetlands and A 16th Century Inn set in three acres, Vineyard First a 13th century castle, then a private find many special plants, birds and other landscaped gardens. Good home-cooked food house, the town prison and now a museum. 1066 Country animals. Open all day every day. Organic/Biodynamic produced on site. See the The Ambrette at Rye vineyard, taste the products, see the making. 3 East Street, Rye TN31 7JY Rye Road, , Rye TN31 7ST Rye Harbour Nature Reserve Award-winning exotic cuisine, perfect for all www.ryemuseum.co.uk www.hare-hounds.info TN31 7TU Road, , occasions. A truly unique experience lunch 1066 Battle of Hastings, [email protected] [email protected] www.wildrye.info Map ref: G5 Sedlescombe TN32 5SA or dinner. Abbey & Battlefield, Battle www.englishorganicwine.co.uk 01797 226728 Map ref: F6 01797 230483 Map ref: F7 [email protected] 24 High Street, Rye TN31 7JF The site of the 1066 Battle of Hastings; the 01580 830715 Map ref: A6 www.theambrette.co.uk Mermaid Corner Tearooms most famous date in English history. [email protected] High Street, Battle TN33 0AD Situated on the famous Mermaid Street; www.english-heritage.org.uk/1066 01797 224748 Map ref: F6 Enjoy a lovely cup of tea or fairtrade coffee, and locally baked cakes. 01424 775705 Apothecary Coffee House Strand Quay, Rye TN31 7DB Sit in “The Apothecary” of Rye, surrounded www.oldborougharms.co.uk 13 by the original features of times gone by. [email protected] Henry VIII’s Camber Castle can be walked 12 51 to and viewed from outside, but limited 18 01797 222128 Map ref: F6 16 No 1, East Street, Rye TN31 7JY opening - see website. 14 www.apothecaryrye.co.uk Camber Castle TN31 7TD 17 [email protected] Ship Inn www.wildrye.info/reserve/cambercastle 01797 229157 Map ref: F6 300 year old pub - Real ale, real food at the Map ref: G5 15 53 57 bottom of Mermaid street. 52 Carey’s Seafood & Steak Bar 54 Strand Quay, Rye TN31 7DB Drusillas 22 25 56 We are a family run business specialising in www.theshipinnrye.co.uk 58 Regarded as the best small zoo in the 55 fresh local seafood & steaks. [email protected] country, Drusillas houses hundreds of 19 21 01797 222233 Map ref: 26 F6 fascinating creatures. 20 23 The Strand, Rye TN31 7DB 24 01797 224783 Map ref: F6 Alfriston Road, Berwick, Simply Italian Ltd BN26 5QS 30 Family-owned, child friendly restaurant www.drusillas.co.uk 33 34 35 Castle Inn 32 36 offering authentic Italian cuisine – pizzas, 01323 874100 31 38 39 40 37 The Castle Inn, directly opposite the traditional dishes and seasonal specials. picturesque offers 47 Kent & Railway 28 41 48 49 50 The Strand, Rye TN31 7DB 46 homemade food in lovely surroundings. 27 29 42 www.simplyitalian.co.uk Experience 21 miles of nostalgia during a 43 44 45 Main Road, Bodiam TN32 5UB [email protected] ride on Englands finest rural light railway. www.shepherdneame.co.uk 01797 226024 Map ref: F6 Tenterden TN30 6HE [email protected] www.kesr.org.uk 01580 830 330 Map ref: A8 Marino’s Fish Bar [email protected] Traditional fish & chips. Family friendly 01580 765155 Map ref: A7 Beach Bistro 1 Drusillas Park (follow A27) 21 Yesterday’s World, Battle 41 Flower Makers Museum, Hastings restaurant & take away. 2 Stone Cross Windmill 22 Sedlescome Organic Vineyard 42 Hastings History House The Mill Toy and Pedal Car Beach Bistro serving modern English 37-38 The Mint, Rye TN31 7EN 3 Pevensey Court House & Gaol 23 Sedlescombe Golf Club 43 White Rock Theatre, Hastings food in a coastal setting. Michelin Guide [email protected] Museum 4 Pevensey Castle 24 James Andrews School of Golf, 44 East & West Hill Lifts, Hastings Old recommended. 5 Herstmonceux Castle – Gardens & Sedlescombe Town 01797 223268 Map ref: F6 Guinness World Record holders of the Grounds 25 Giants of Brede (steam engines) 45 Fishermen’s Museum, Hastings Old Beach Bistro at The Gallivant Hotel largest collection of pedal power model 6 The Observatory Science Centre, 26 Carr Taylor Vineyards, Westfield Town vehicles, with over 400 on display. Herstmonceux New Lydd Road, Camber TN31 7RB Webbe’s at the Fish Café 27 Bexhill Museum 46 Blue Reef Aquarium, Hastings Old 7 Brick Farm Lakes Trout Fishery www.thebeachbistro.com The Mill, Station Road, Northiam 28 Egerton Park Town Offering a fish restaurant over two floors. 8 Pashley Manor Gardens, [email protected] TN31 6QT 29 De La Warr Pavilion, Bexhill 47 Hastings Audio Tour of the Stade Private function suite and cookery school. 9 Bedgebury National Pinetum & Forest www.themilltoymuseum.com 30 Beauport Park Golf Course 48 & Nature 01797 225057 Map ref: H5 10 Merriments Gardens, Hurst Green 17 Tower Street, Rye TN31 7AT [email protected] 31 Alexandra Park Reserve 11 Bewl Water www.webbesrestaurants.co.uk Hastings Museum & Art Gallery 49 Hastings Old Town Hall Museum 01797 253803 Map ref: C8 12 Bodiam Castle 32 Ghandi Tandoori [email protected] Smugglers Adventure, Hastings 50 Jerwood Gallery, Hastings Old Town 13 King Johns Nursery & Garden 33 Traditional Indian food, awarded the 51 Bodiam Boating Station 01797 222226 Map ref: F6 14 Bateman’s, Burwash 34 Clambers Play Centre & Battlezone Pashley Manor Gardens Live Laser Outdoor Combat, Hastings 52 The School Creative Centre, Rye Master Chef Roll of Honor for excellently 15 Fuller’s Follies, Romantic landscaping, colourful and 35 Bowling Greens & Putting Courses, 53 Rye Castle Museum Ypres Tower prepared quality food Rye Guide 16 Kent & East Sussex Steam Railway, imaginative plantings, fine trees, fountains Northiam Hastings 54 Rye Heritage Centre 32-34 Cinque Ports Street, Rye For sensational culinary and dining & ponds. 17 Great Dixter House & Gardens, Northiam 36 Shipwreck Museum, Hastings Old Town 55 Rye Harbour Nature Reserve & Camber TN31 7AN 37 Hastings Castle and 1066 Story Castle experiences using the very best local Ticehurst, Near TN5 7HE 18 The Mill Toy and Pedal Car Museum, www.gandhitandoori.com 38 Hastings Adventure & Crazy Golf 56 Full Throttle Boat Charters, Rye produce visit our website. www.pashleymanorgardens.com Northiam [email protected] 19 Battle Museum of Local History Complex Harbour www.ryeguide.co.uk [email protected] 20 1066 Battle of Hastings, Abbey & 39 RBE Trampolines Ltd, Hastings 57 Lamb House, Rye 01797 223091/226506 Map ref: F6 [email protected] 01580 200888 Battlefield 40 Hastings Lifeboat 58 Camber Sands Antiques The School Creative Centre The Paper Place Studio complex for artists running a Specialists in handmade decorative paper dynamic programme of exhibitions, products, stunning fabric reproduction. All 2013 Events in and around Rye Antiques at Rameslie House workshops and live events. recycled using vegetable/floral dyes. Traditional antiques shop selling Furniture, New Road, Rye TN31 7LS 12 Market Road, Rye TN31 7JA Regular Events throughout the year Tunbridgeware, Musical Boxes, (restoration www.theschoolcreativecentre.co.uk www.thepaperplaceonline.co.uk service available), Clocks, Moorcroft, Glass, [email protected] [email protected] Tourist Rye Monthly Craft Fair -10 - 4pm Silver... 01797 229797 Map ref: G6 01797 222688 Map ref: F6 Every 4th Saturday in the month (apart from December). Rye Club, 61 Cinque Port Street, Rye TN31 7AN Market Street, Rye www.antiquesatramesliehouse.co.uk Penny Royal Information [email protected] Battle Farmers Market Shopping Exquisite cards, gifts & wrap. Vast The award winning Every Third Saturday on Abbey Green 01797 225989 Map ref: F6 needlework & craft department. Official Rye Tourist Adams of Rye Ltd Cath Kidston stockist. Information Centre Rye Farmers Market Glass etc... Every Wednesday Morning – Rye Strand The largest store in the high street, with toys, 22 High Street, Rye TN31 7JF is pleased to offer Not the first three Wednesdays in January. England’s best antique shop 2013, as voted fireworks, fancy goods, stationery & cards www.pennyroyalgifts.co.uk an accommodation by readers of Homes & Antiques Magazine [email protected] 8 High Street., Rye TN31 7JH booking service, Brightling Farmers Market 18 - 22 Rope Walk, Rye TN31 7NA www.adamsofrye.co.uk 01797 223930 Map ref: F6 Monthly Farmers Market – Brightling Village Hall audio tours, a well 10am - 12 noon. Market held last Saturday of the month – not www.decanterman.com [email protected] stocked gift shop December, January or February. [email protected] 01797 223136 Map ref: F6 Market Fisheries (Rye) Ltd with locally produced 01797 226600 Map ref: F6 The best local fish & shell fish direct from the Brede Farmers Market Byzantium Jewellery & Gifts Rye fleet, trading for 35 years. arts and crafts, maps and publications, a Meets Every Friday 10-12noon. Brede Village Hall Needles Antiques Centre booking service for local theatres, coach trips, Wide range of silver and gold jewellery from Unit 1, Simmonds Quay, Rock Channel Rye Arts and Crafts Fair China, Glass, Vintage clothing and around the world (East), Rye TN31 7HJ National Express, train tickets and events, plus Rye Community Centre, Conduit Hill, Rye TN31 7LE accessories. Jewellery, Toys, Kitchenalia, 14 High Street, Rye TN31 7JF [email protected] free literature on what to see and do in the area. A lively and exciting craft fair with all manner of beautiful local arts Fireside, Garden and lots more…… www.byzantiumjewellery.co.uk 01797 225175 Map ref: F6 and crafts and a cafe with delicious homemade food. 15-17 Cinque Port Street, Rye [email protected] Rye Tourist Information Centre 2013 dates confirmed: 1 & 22 Jun, 6 & 20 Jul, 10 & 24 Aug, 7 & 28 Sep, 5 & 26 Oct, 2 & 16 Nov, 7 Dec. TN31 7AD 01797 222289 Map ref: F6 Neame Designs Ltd 4/5 Lion Street (just below St Mary’s Church), Rye TN31 7LB 01797 225064 Map ref: F6 A comprehensive range of fine art materials Rye Nature Reserve () Café Des Fleurs and office stationery plus gift ideas. 01797 229049 Lots of events through the year check the website for more up to date events. Quay Antiques & Collectables Florist & Coffee House Fresh flowers & 13A Tower Street, Rye TN31 7AT www.visit1066country.com www.sussexwildlifetrust.org.uk/whatson 30 Independent traders selling and buying plants, hand-made English chocolates, www.neamedesigns.com [email protected] [email protected] Glass, Brass, China, Militaria, Pictures, wedding flowers, funeral tributes [email protected] 01797 227784 Furniture, Curios and much more... Strand Court, Strand Quay, Rye 01797 224428 Map ref: F6 6-7 The Strand, Rye TN31 7DB TN31 7DB 01797 227321 Map ref: F6 www.cafedesfleurs.co.uk Rye Cleaners 1066 Country in the palm of your hand Rye, Sussex 01797 227894 Map ref: F6 Professional dry cleaning and laundry. Also, repairs and alterations, duvet cleaning and The official 1066 Concepts cash’s name tapes become a fan on Art & Leisure Country and follow us on Neptune furniture and accessories stockist, plus Market Road, Rye TN31 7JA app is the Clive Sawyer - Fine Art a wide range of gifts and home furnishings [email protected] essential guide to Map ref: Photography 8 Market Street, Rye TN31 7LA 01797 224779 F6 Hastings, Limited edition photographs printed to the www.conceptsrye.com Battle, Bexhill, Rye, Pevensey facebook.com/ryesussex twitter.com/ryesussex highest quality on fine art paper, brushed [email protected] Rye Pottery Ltd and Herstmonceux. 01797 225229 Map ref: F6 aluminium & canvas. Hand-made collectable figures and animals Gallery at Hilder’s Cliff/Landgate from our 200 year-old Sussex Pottery Curious & Curiouser Rye TN31 7LD The Old Brewery, Wishward, www.clivephotographer.com We offer a wide range of gifts and toys at Rye TN31 7DH [email protected] low prices. www.ryepottery.co.uk 01797 222213 Map ref: F6 79A The High Street, Rye TN31 7JN [email protected] [email protected] 01797 223038 Map ref: F6 The Rye Retreat 01797 225064 (temp) Map ref: F6 Aveda Lifestyle salon and Spa. Award Southern Cross Travel winning centre of excellence for hair and The Golden Fleece Specialists in tailor-made travel, worldwide. beauty. Shop with us for your Barbour country wear Looking for a bespoke holiday? Ask 36-38 Cinque Port Street, Rye and service with a smile. southern Cross Travel! TN31 7AN 16 Lion Street, Rye TN31 7LB 77A The Mint, Rye TN31 7EW www.theryeretreat.co.uk www.thegoldenfleece.co.uk www.southerncrosstravel.co.uk Details correct at time of going to press, subject to change. Whilst every effort has been made to ensure accuracy in the production of this guide, no liability for any [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] error, omission or inaccuracy can be accepted. Photographs supplied by Clive Sawyer. 01797 222211 Map ref: F6 01797 224271 Map ref: F6 01797 229200 Map ref: F6 Supported by Council and 1066 Country Marketing. Produced by 1066 Country Marketing and printed on paper from sustainable sources - May 2013. Saturday 15 Saturday 29 & Sunday 30 Sunday 21 Saturday 12 – Sunday 20 Monday 25 June CAMRA Beer Festival, Kent & ‘Pack up your Troubles’ a Rye Triathlon -Starts at Hastings Week Great Dixter’s Gardening Saturday 1 East Sussex Railway Great War weekend. Living Recreation Year: December Study Day, Saturday 19 history group re-enactments, Ground. Northiam An Introduction to Rye Hastings Bonfire Harbour Nature Reserve Saturday 15 period vehicles and displays Wednesday 24 (3.5 miles). Meet at Brede Vulcan XH558 display over Kent & East Sussex Railway. Saturday 30 – Sunday Bumblebee Walk and Talk, Saturday 26 Lock, Harbour Road, Hastings seafront. Final flying January 5 Great Dixter Winter Lecture: Fungi in season! Sussex, Winchelsea Winter Wonderland Saturday 8 July Winchelsea Beach Community Illuminations at Drusillas Park Sunday 16 Saturday 27 - Monday 29 Live music with Cocos Lovers Hall. Father’s Day, Kent & East Monday 1 A Day Out With Thomas, Kent + Will Varley, The School & East Sussex Railway Creative Centre, Rye Sussex Railway Great Dixter’s Gardening Year: Saturday 26 October - July Study Day, Northiam December Sunday 28 Sunday 3 November Thursday 20 Saturday 8 & Monday 10 Beginners’ Bird Watching Wild Boar week, Rye Date TBC Back in the Room Comedy Saturday 6 Winchelsea’s secret gardens (2 miles), Rye Meet at Rye Rye Christmas Festival An Introduction to Rye Saturday 26 October - NGS (8) & for Rye Memorial Night with James Acaster, Harbour car park Hospital (10). White Rock Theatre, Hastings Harbour Nature Reserve (4 Sunday 3 November Each weekend until miles), Meet at public toilets Monday 29 Spooky Abbey, 1066 Battle of Christmas, plus Tuesday 24 Saturday 8 & Monday 10 Friday 21 – Sunday 23 on Dogs Hill Road, Great Dixter’s Gardening Year: Hastings, Abbey & Battlefield Santa Specials, Kent & East Winchelsea Medieval Kitchen Garden Weekend, Monday 15 August Study Day, Northiam Sussex Railway Cellar Tour Pashley Manor Gardens Sunday 27 Succession Planting in the Tuesday 30 July - Saturday 24 & Sunday 25 Sunday 14 - Sunday 29 Autumn Walk – Royal Military Sunday 1 Winchelsea Medieval Cellar Sunday 9 Saturday 22 & Sunday 23 Mixed Border Study Day, Sunday 18 August Rye Arts Festival Rye Canal, Appledore. Meet Winter Wonderland Wedding Breeding Birds - Bird watch, Walking, Talking, Drawing Great Dixter Gardens, Northiam Tours Appledore Village Hall car park Half Price Travel for Kids - 2 Sunday 15 Fair The George in Rye Rye. Meet Rye Harbour car with Sarah Palmer and Denise kids for half price travel Thursday 18 Saturday 24 – Monday 26 Camber Castle Wildlife and Monday 28 - Friday 1 Nov park Franklin. The School Creative per one adult/senior ticket Friday 6 & Saturday 7 Back in the Room Comedy Medieval Festival – History (2.5 miles), Brede Lock Halloween Half-Term Fun purchased, Kent & East Sussex Christmas Bizarre, School Monday 10 Centre, Rye Night with Nish Kumar, White Herstmonceux Castle Meet Brede lock, Rye Harbour Week Kent & East Sussex Railway Creative Centre, Rye Meadow Gardening Study Rock Theatre, Hastings Road. Railway Sunday 23 Saturday 24 – Monday 26 Day, Great Dixter Gardens, Art and craft fair with a twist! Trapping Sharks, Tigers and Sussex Guild Craft Show, Northiam Saturday 20 & Sunday 21 Sunday 15 Thursday 31 & Friday 1 Elephants! - Moth trapping, Winchelsea Medieval Cellar August Pashley Manor Gardens Tour of Winchelsea and two November Saturday 7 Friday 14 Rye. Meet Lime Kiln Cottage Tours medieval cellars. Fright Night Train Kent & East Festive Beach Clean, Rye Thursday 1 – Saturday 31 Sunday 25 Information Centre Sussex Railway Join the warden for a walk Comedy Night, Battle Tactics for Kids, 1066 Annual Rye Raft Race and Sunday 21 16 -18, 20, 22, 25, 27 and clean up, meet at Rye The George in Rye Battle of Hastings, Abbey and Fete River Rother and The Salts Monday 24 Oodles of Attercops (Spider Winchelsea Medieval Cellars Harbour car park Good Planting Study Day, Battlefield Friday 14 – Sunday 16 watch), Rye Sunday 25 Tours November Special Rose Weekend, Great Dixter Gardens, Meet at Lime Kiln Cottage Saturday 7 Wednesday 7 Rye Raft Race, Rye Monday 16 Monday 4 Pashley Manor Gardens Northiam Information Centre, Mini beasts hunt, Rye Harbour Evening Christmas Farmers Study Day Exotic Gardening Great Dixter’s Gardening Market – Brightling Village Nature Reserve. Meet at Lime Year: November Study Day, at Great Dixter, Northiam Hall Kiln Cottage Information September Northiam Centre Saturday 21 & Sunday 22 Monday 2 Thursday 12 Gala – ‘Return to Saturday 9 Great Dixter’s Gardening Year: Christmas Shared Party The Wednesday 7 ’ Kent & East Rye Bonfire, Rye Just So Story and Puppet day September Study Day High George in Rye Sussex Railway Sunday 10 at Bateman’s, Burwash Park Close, Rye Rye Annual Remembrance Saturday 21 Monday 23 Day parade and Civic Service, Saturday 10 & Sunday 11 Saturday 7 Rye Arts and Crafts Christmas Autumn Migration on the Nursery Propagation Day, Rye. Rye Parish Church and Medieval Festival – Bodiam Fair, Community Centre, Rye Beach Reserve (3 miles), Rye Great Dixter, Northiam War Memorial Castle Each WE of December until Meet at rye Harbour car park Sunday 29 Saturday 16 Christmas & Tuesday 24 Sunday 11 Vintage Wedding Fair The Guided stroll along the River Rye Maritime Festival Saturday 7 Santa Specials Kent & East Autumn show – Winchelsea George in Rye Rother, meet Rye Heritage Sussex Railway Wednesday 14 Gardening Society Centre. Monday 30 Shrimping & Rock pooling at Visit New Hall, Winchelsea Great Dixter’s Gardening Year: Sunday 17 Pett Level. Meet at eastern October Study Day, Northiam Winter Birds at the Beach entrance to Pett Level village Sunday 8 Gourmet Wine Tasting Reserve (3 miles), Rye Saturday 17 Evening at The Ambrette Meet Rye Harbour car park The Rye Show, Lea Farm, White Vine House October Rye Foreign Saturday 14 & Sunday 15 Friday 4 & Saturday 5 Thursday 22 – Monday 26 Hop Pickers Weekend Kent & Open Studios – School Rye International Jazz Festival East Sussex Railway Creative Centre, Rye

Saturday 24 Saturday 14 & 15 Saturday 12 Katsuma from the Moshi Hastings Seafood & Wine Autumn Migration Watch (3 Monsters at Drusillas Park Festival miles), Meet at Brede Lock