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Rye Harbour – Camber Castle loop from Rye

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Rye Harbour – Camber Castle loop from Rye

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Rye Harbour – Camber Castle loop from Rye

02:53

11.2km

50m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 29, 2026

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High Weald National Landscape

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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420 m

Mermaid Street and the Mermaid Inn, Rye

Highlight • Historical Site

The Mermaid Inn is one of England's oldest inns. The sign says that it was rebuilt in 1420. The oldest part of the building is the cellars, cut from rock, which date back to 1156. It brewed its own ale and charged a penny a night for lodging. When the French invaded Rye in 1377, the Inn burned down along with the rest of the town, although the cellar survived.

The street – which was then called Middle Street – was the main entrance into the town from the port which was at the bottom of the street. So the Inn was well used by merchants, mariners and tradesmen.

Look out for buildings with strange names such as 'the house opposite', 'the house with the seat' and 'the house with two front doors'.

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670 m

Rye Harbour

Highlight • Historical Site

This is Rye's ancient harbour. Medieval maps show that Rye was located on a huge bay in the English Channel but the harbour is about 2 miles (3.2 km) from the open sea.

900 years ago, this harbour provided a safe anchorage. In 1189, the town became a member of the Confederation of Cinque Ports. This group of ports along the South Coast received special privileges from the King in return for providing ships and men for the navy in times of war. Under this royal protection, Rye became a thriving port. Wines were imported from France and wool was exported to the continent.

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2.59 km

Standen Sector Shelter and View of Camber Castle

Highlight • Historical Site

During World War II, the position of Rye was on the front line. With Britain expecting a possible invasion by the Germans in this area, defenses were installed to be prepared for this possibility, using Camber Castle as an observation point.

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3.14 km

Camber Castle

Highlight • Castle

The castle is still a small attraction that almost transports the visitor to times gone by - it still has charm

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5.96 km

Strand Gate and Lookout View of Rye Bay

Highlight • Monument

This gate is one of the three that once existed in the town. Built in the late 13th century, it provided access to the port.
This gate appears in Thackeray's novel "Denis Duval," which also helps to provide an idea of what life in the village was like in the late 18th century. It is a Grade I listed monument.
In the distance you can spot Camber Castle.

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6.19 km

St Thomas the Martyr Church, Winchelsea

Highlight • Religious Site

Now partly in ruins, the 13th century St Thomas the Martyr Church is dedicated to Thomas Beckett, Archbishop of Canterbury. The church was built when the whole village of Winchelsea was moved inland and uphill after flooding decimated the port of the same name. There are differing accounts as to whether the building was ever finished or if it was partly destroyed in an attack by the French. It is worth looking inside at the intricate masonry, medieval tombs and early 20th century stained glass window.

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6.57 km

Pipewell Gate (Ferry Gate)

Highlight • Monument

Pipewell Gate gave access to the ferry and later to the road which led from Winchelsea to Rye.

Its alternative name is Ferry Gate. It is newer than the others. Destroyed in the French attack in 1380, it was rebuilt in 1404 by John Helde the Mayor. The remains of his shield can be seen on the ferry side of the gate.

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8.81 km

Dumb Woman's Lane Bridleway

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This is a wonderful bridleway offering walkers, cyclists, and horseriders a traffic-free gateway between Winchelsea and Rye.

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11.2 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.19 km

2.30 km

2.11 km

1.40 km

874 m

324 m

Surfaces

4.66 km

2.04 km

1.89 km

1.35 km

1.09 km

154 m

Elevation

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Friday 15 May

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35 %

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Rye Harbour – Camber Castle loop from Rye

Mermaid Street and the Mermaid Inn, Rye

Rye Harbour

Standen Sector Shelter and View of Camber Castle

Camber Castle

Strand Gate and Lookout View of Rye Bay

St Thomas the Martyr Church, Winchelsea

Pipewell Gate (Ferry Gate)

Dumb Woman's Lane Bridleway

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