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Visiting Rye
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Rare Books Online |
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Rye Second-hand and Rare Books Fairs - 18th July at Rye College.
30 dealers offering books to suit every pocket.
Rare and unusual books can now also be purchased online at
Woolhouse
Books in Rye
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Weddings in Rye |
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Rye is a wonderful place to celebrate special occasions.
Whether it is Mother's Day, anniversaries, birthdays, weddings or a
small function, you will find packages to suit all budgets. See
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Visit Creative & Cultural Rye
Welcome to Rye, England.
Rye in East Sussex is a very special and
picturesque ancient town. Whether you are visiting Rye for a short
break, a holiday or to celebrate a special occasion, you will
experience traditional English culture with contemporary style.
Walk the cobbled streets and explore the exciting range of art and
photographic galleries, independent shops, restaurants and cafes or
escape to the sea and country which continues to inspire artists and
writers.
Click the links below to find out more about the town's rich creative
and cultural life. See visiting Rye
to help you plan your visit.
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Artist Gallery |
Coastal & Rural |
Drama & Music |
Historic Rye |
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A showcase of local artists, galleries, crafts, photographers in and
around Rye
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Escape to the country and coast. Explore wildlife in the
Rye Harbour Nature Reserve
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Visit the Rye Festival in September for a range of creative and
cultural events. More
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Smugglers and the Citadel.
Rye’s ancient fortifications are still obvious here today.
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Literary Rye |
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Stay in Rye |
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Rye boasts a thriving collection of writers, and provides the
perfect backdrop for the annual Festival.
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Visit weekly markets. . Enjoy a cream tea, local meat or fresh
fish and scallops from the Quay.
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Cycle, walk, sail, play golf, go bird watching, try kite or wind
surfing. Join wildlife events or shop
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Visit Rye for a day, a special occasion, short break or holiday. See
events or
accommodation for more
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Escape to the Rural and Coastal Landscapes
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Set in a rural and coastal landscape of
striking and unique character, Rye is within easy reach of the sea, salt
marshes and bird sanctuaries which attract bird watchers and artists
alike. You can find 100 species of bird in a day or see flowers or
insects found nowhere else in Britain.
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Buy in Rye
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Rye has many independent shops lining the cobbled
streets. You will find a delightful mix of products ranging from
Rye Pottery, traditional wooden toys, hand made toy soldiers, organic
products, gifts, crafts, local produce, fashion and accessories.
See Buy in Rye
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Rye Arts Festival |
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The Rye Festival runs for 2 weeks in September. A host of writers,
artists, musicians and celebrities will be visiting Rye. See
What's New for more
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Taste of Rye |
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Book now for the
Taste of Rye
Festival, 8th & 9th October and enjoy gourmet meals and
events. More
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Art Exhibitions in Rye |
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Steve Duffy in Exhibition from 23 May 2009 at Turtle Fine Art
Gallery. The Gallery has an eclectic mix of original art many focusing
on Rye and the surrounding areas. See
New website
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artists
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Artists Gallery for a showcase of local
artists and galleries in Rye
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Heritage Rye |
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Take an audio tour of historic Rye. Available from
Rye Heritage Centre
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Heritage Rye for more on Rye's history
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online gallery of shapes, colours and textures
of Rye's historic buildings.
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John Fletcher Rye |
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Try a delicious lunch, or enjoy home made cakes and cream tea in
Fletchers House,
once home of dramatist John Fletcher.
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