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South East England

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

Hiking trails & Routes

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

6.96km

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: May 14, 2026

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Your route passes through protected areas

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High Weald National Landscape

Waypoints

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Start point

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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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4.38 km

Tillingham Riverside Path

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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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5.18 km

Rye Harbour

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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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5.72 km

Rye Railway Station

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5

5.77 km

Rye Signal Box

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6

6.32 km

Traders Passage

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

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6.96 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

2.00 km

1.97 km

1.73 km

613 m

113 m

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