Whispers on the wind, narrow cobbled streets, hidden alleyways, and lights flickering at sea… Smuggling tales are woven into the very fabric of our historic coastline. From secret cellars to attics connected by tunnels, let your imagination run wild as you follow in the footsteps of those who once made fortunes dodging the law. Walk 🌊 Step into the Shadows of Smugglers Along the Historic Coast 🏴☠️Read More
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Rye Harbour Nature Reserve
Rye Harbour Nature Reserve remains a top destination for birdwatchers and nature lovers alike. Its diverse habitats provide sanctuary for hundreds of recorded bird species. Spanning hundreds of acres, the reserve’s location beside the Sussex coast allows for excellent birdwatching opportunities and beautiful views. Just a short distance from one of our self-catering holiday homes, Rye Harbour Nature ReserveRead More
Rye Bonfire Night 2024: A Historic Blaze of Glory
As November’s chill wraps us in its brisk embrace, the enchanting town of Rye is set to come alight with a historic spectacle that’s bound to set your hearts aglow. Picture yourselves wrapped in the warmth of a Knoops hot chocolate, the air sweetened by the scent of toasting marshmallows, all while a symphony of Rye Bonfire Night 2024: A Historic Blaze of GloryRead More
Ghost Walks Around Rye
Invasion, battles, pirates, smuggling and murders — not many places have had such a dramatic and violent history as Rye’s and a guided ghost walk around Rye will bring its spooky past and present to life. A guided ghost walk around Rye will give you a mere slither of the spectral experience on offer in Ghost Walks Around RyeRead More
Rye Jazz & Blues Festival 2023: A Symphony This August
Step Into the Musical Tapestry of the Rye Jazz Festival 2023: This 26th to 28th August, let the enchanting lanes of Rye serenade you with an exquisite blend of Jazz, soulful Blues, and vivacious Latin and Funk beats. Immerse yourself in a transcendent musical voyage that promises memories to cherish. World-Class Artists Grace Our Stages: Rye Jazz & Blues Festival 2023: A Symphony This AugustRead More
Visit Sussex For A Magical Winter Getaway
Listen to whispered tales of ghosts and smugglers beside a crackling fire in a timber-beamed pub. Wander quaint, winding streets lined with antique shops, cosy restaurants, and boutique shopfronts twinkling with fairy lights. And feel the crunch of frost beneath your foot on a wintry woodland trail. When you visit Sussex in winter, you’ll encounter Visit Sussex For A Magical Winter GetawayRead More
5 Oscar-Approved, Dog-Friendly Pubs in Rye
Hate leaving your pup at home? We understand. At Beside the Sea, we have our own four-legged companions. Oscar, has left us now and we have Dougal, and they have both played more than a part in helping us discover dog-friendly pubs in Rye. Our best nights on the town are spent with a dog 5 Oscar-Approved, Dog-Friendly Pubs in RyeRead More
Camber Sands: A Best Family Holiday Destination in Europe
Collecting seashells with the kids on a golden stretch of sand. Cooling off with a dip in the calm, shallow surf. Grabbing fish n’ chips and stretching your legs on a coastal stroll. Then heading back to your cozy cottage for a family meal, followed by buttery popcorn and an evening huddled up with a Camber Sands: A Best Family Holiday Destination in EuropeRead More
Making the most of Summer
Camber Sands has all the makings of a seaside paradise, from its fine golden sands and gently rolling dunes, to its sparkling blue waters and breezy salt air. And it’s all just steps away from your cottage. Adored by foodies, history buffs and beachgoers alike. Grab your beach gear to settle in for a day Making the most of SummerRead More
Christmas In Rye
Christmas In Rye As the doors of our advent calendars countdown the days until Christmas, it is a magical time to visit the picturesque town of Rye. Dating back to Norman and Saxon times, this stunning medieval gem is at its very best at dusk, when the festive lights are turned on and the cobbled Christmas In RyeRead More
Wild Boar Week 2015
Wild Boar Week 2015 Ask anyone what they know about King Henry VIII, the literally larger than life figure who sat on England’s throne from 1509 to 1547, and they will almost certainly mention the six wives! If challenged for another fact or facts they well may mention his struggle with the Pope over his Wild Boar Week 2015Read More
2015 Rye Arts Festival
Rye Arts Festival 11th-27th Sept 2015 Most small to medium size towns, apart possibly from an annual carnival or fete, have little or no major event in their calendar to unite or inspire the community. Others, if the community is really fortunate, have one major event that stands out every year! The medieval walled town 2015 Rye Arts FestivalRead More
