Built in the 13th Century, this (and the nearby ditch) were part of Winchelsea's defences. In 1380, the French gained entry through this gate and gave the town a good, old-fashioned sacking!

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1. Landgate Arch, Rye – Ypres Tower (Rye Castle) loop from Ore

42.1km

02:37

380m

Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Rye Harbour – Landgate Arch, Rye loop from Rye Harbour

25.9km

01:33

160m

Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Winchelsea New Gate – Stone Archway loop from Ore

31.8km

02:05

400m

Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Location: Icklesham, Rother, East Sussex, South East England, England, United Kingdom

Other Popular Places to Check Out

Winchelsea Beach

Old Barn at Rye Harbour Nature Reserve

Winchelsea Town Gate on Wickham Rock Lane

Ypres Tower (Rye Castle)

Historic Centre of Rye

Pett Level Road

River Tillingham

Rye Harbour Shingle Habitat

Remains of St. Leonard's Windmill

Strand Gate and Lookout View of Rye Bay

Winchelsea Beach

Rye Harbour Nature Reserve

Winchelsea New Gate

1. Landgate Arch, Rye – Ypres Tower (Rye Castle) loop from Ore

2. Rye Harbour – Landgate Arch, Rye loop from Rye Harbour

3. Winchelsea New Gate – Stone Archway loop from Ore

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