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Ypres Tower (Rye Castle) – Rye Harbour loop from Rye

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South East England

Ypres Tower (Rye Castle) – Rye Harbour loop from Rye

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Ypres Tower (Rye Castle) – Rye Harbour loop from Rye

01:51

6.95km

70m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: July 30, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through protected areas

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High Weald National Landscape

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

1

658 m

Ypres Tower (Rye Castle)

Highlight • Castle

The Ypres Tower was built in the 13th century on the behest of Henry III to protect against the French, with whom England were then at war with. The tower, which is Grade I-listed, houses a museum.

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2

4.38 km

Tillingham Riverside Path

Highlight • River

Rye as few people know it: This idyllic path with lovely benches runs along the Tillingham stream. Here you feel like you are far away from the hustle and bustle, and only minutes from the city centre!

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3

5.18 km

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 …

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4

5.72 km

Rye Railway Station

Highlight • Rest Area

5

5.77 km

Rye Signal Box

Highlight • Structure

6

6.32 km

Traders Passage

Highlight • Trail

One of the most beautiful streets in the medieval town of Rye.

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B

6.95 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

2.49 km

1.08 km

1.05 km

925 m

781 m

613 m

Surfaces

2.02 km

2.00 km

1.68 km

613 m

113 m

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Thursday 8 October

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78 %

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