If being by the water is a major draw, Camber Sands is a spot you might want to check out, located 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from central Rye. If you want to continue walking by the waves, head to Winchelsea Beach and Pett Level Beach.
You might want to get your camera out and head to Great Dixter House and Gardens – just one of the landmarks located 1 mi (1.6 km) from central Northiam.
If you like spending time outside, why not spend the afternoon at Rye Harbour Nature Reserve, a park in the heart of Rye Harbour? Hotels.com travellers also say the area is relaxing and that it has lots of nice beaches. Want to stretch your legs a little more? Head to Lamb House, located nearby.
Notable for its gardens, Rye features attractions such as 1066 Country Walk and Rye Harbour Nature Reserve. This welcoming city has something for everyone including sights like Camber Sands and Great Dixter House and Gardens within a rural setting.
Rye is full of quaint old streets, shops, pubs and restaurants. There is an extraordinary micro brewpub called the Waterworks - if you like that sort of thing it is a must to see. The Mermaid Inn is also another must see in the town. Well worth it
Sheila
10.0/10
Excellent
February stay was perfect. The town was not too busy. Lovely place to wander around, very pretty and plenty of history. Many varied options for eating and the Ship Inn, in particular were dog friendly. Will return.
Hazel
10.0/10
Excellent
Visit the heritage centre. Watch the light show. Follow the heritage trail using the £2 map for sale at the centre. There are plenty of places to catch a cup of coffee or a cream tea.
Jeffrey
10.0/10
Excellent
History filled, beautiful town, loads to see and do. Best on foot, as parking not easy. Everyone is super friendly. Lots of high viewpoints so not very bad knee friendly.
Keara
10.0/10
Excellent
Perfectly kept cute quintessential English town with lovely restaurants shops and pubs. Plus an easy walk to Camber sands beach. Would recommend.
Anonymous traveler
10.0/10
Excellent
Rye is such a lovely place, so much history, a good choice of pubs and restaurants. People are really friendly.
Haylee
8.0/10
Good
Rye us a pretty town with plenty of bars, pubs and restaurants. The cobbles streets are walkable with lots of individual shops and galleries
Christine
10.0/10
Excellent
Rye is a lovely old town. Loads of pubs and restaurants and near the sea.
Colin
10.0/10
Excellent
We had not been to the town for a long time, but we were pleasantly surprised with the many shops, galleries and little bars and eateries we wandered past. There really is alot to offer in this little town.
Vicki
10.0/10
Excellent
Walk to Camber was lovely. The George is nice place to while away a Friday. The Mermaid Cafe does lovely breakfasts..Lovey old town to mooch about.
"I've had a very pleasant day the staff were very helpful and friendly.
Breakfast and evening meal in the hotel with just what I wanted great choice nothing was overdone cooking wise.
The location for the hotel with just what I needed short walk from the town.
Hotel does have entertainment in the evenings and it's great to hear a good singer.
Many times before and we'll definitely stay there again."
"Fabulous location. Helpful staff. Very historic. Took dog who was allowed in room and terrace only. The lounges were empty and it would have been nice to access those. Breakfast was nice too. "
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