Camber Castle – St Mary's Church (St Mary the Virgin), Rye loop from Pett

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Camber Castle – St Mary's Church (St Mary the Virgin), Rye loop from Pett

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Camber Castle – St Mary's Church (St Mary the Virgin), Rye loop from Pett

04:52

19.1km

60m

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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: October 14, 2026

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7.18 km

Camber Castle

Highlight • Castle

The castle is still a small attraction that almost transports the visitor to times gone by - it still has charm

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7.72 km

Standen Sector Shelter and View of Camber Castle

Highlight • Historical Site

During World War II, the position of Rye was on the front line. With Britain expecting a possible invasion by the Germans in this area, defenses were installed to be …

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9.55 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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10.1 km

St Mary's Church (St Mary the Virgin), Rye

Highlight • Historical Site

For more than 900 years, St Mary the Virgin Church has dominated the old town hillside. When the church was built in the 12th century, this area was held, under …

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10.2 km

Mermaid Street and the Mermaid Inn, Rye

Highlight • Historical Site

The Mermaid Inn is one of England's oldest inns. The sign says that it was rebuilt in 1420. The oldest part of the building is the cellars, cut from rock, …

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13.9 km

Pipewell Gate (Ferry Gate)

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Pipewell Gate gave access to the ferry and later to the road which led from Winchelsea to Rye.

Its alternative name is Ferry Gate. It is newer than the others. …

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14.2 km

St Thomas the Martyr Church, Winchelsea

Highlight • Religious Site

Now partly in ruins, the 13th century St Thomas the Martyr Church is dedicated to Thomas Beckett, Archbishop of Canterbury. The church was built when the whole village of Winchelsea …

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16.7 km

Royal Military Canal Walk

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Very pleasant stroll straight along the Royal Militiary Channel between Winchelsea and Cliff End. The area is teeming with beautiful animals and birdlife, such as lambs, ducks, and swans.

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