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About Rye

Regarded by many as the prettiest town in England, Rye is a very popular place to visit along the south coast of England in Sussex. Standing on a hill, Rye is full of pretty pictures, with its winding cobbled streets and old timber framed buildings and windmill. Once an important harbour town in Sussex, Rye now lies 2 miles inland from the sea as a result of a changing coast line. Burnt down by the french in 1377 and again in 1448 the fortified town of Rye has had a turbulent history leaving it a with mix of buildings dating from the 15th through to the 18th century.

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Hotels & Accommodation in Rye

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	The Hope Anchor Rye, East Sussex, England (0.1 miles, 0.2 km) This mid-18th century former inn offers unique rooms, free Wi-Fi, and excellent views of Rye. Good food is served in the restaurant.... More info and book online.. Price from £95.00
	The George In Rye Rye, East Sussex, England (0.2 miles, 0.3 km) This luxury, stylish hideaway is located in the centre of Rye and offers elegant, well-designed rooms, local wines and a restaurant menu infused with Mediterranean zest.... More info and book online.. Price from £105.00
	Rye Lodge Hotel Rye, East Sussex, England (0.2 miles, 0.3 km) Rye Lodge is in the centre of the historical town of Rye, high on the East Cliff with views across the river. It has free Wi-Fi, free parking, a champagne bar and a swimming pool, hot tub and sauna.... More info and book online.. Price from £105.00
	Mermaid Inn Rye, East Sussex, England (0.2 miles, 0.4 km) With Norman cellars dating back to the 12th century and secret passageways in some of its rooms, this inn offers historic accommodation in Rye. It has a huge open log fireplace in the bar, and an awar... More info and book online.. Price from £90.00
	The Ship Inn Rye, East Sussex, England (0.3 miles, 0.5 km) In the centre of the small, charming town of Rye, the Ship is a modern take on the traditional English inn - a cosy pub, rich in original character, with simple, comfortable en suite rooms above.... More info and book online.. Price from £70.00

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Nearby travel help

Rye Station	(0.4 miles, 0.7 km)
Winchelsea Station	(2.1 miles, 3.4 km, direction SW)
Lydd Airport	(9.0 miles, 14.5 km, direction E)
M20 Junction 10	(15.1 miles, 24.4 km, direction NE)
M20 Junction 9	(15.7 miles, 25.2 km, direction N)
London Gatwick Airport	(42.3 miles, 68.0 km, direction W)
Rye to London	(53.8 miles, 86.6 km, direction NW)