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Rye Harbour Nature Reserve

Stuart Conway
Discover our wildlife in a mosaic of coastal habitats

Discover our wildlife in a mosaic of coastal habitats


You can discover our amazing wildlife all day, every day of the year, along many miles of path, with five birdwatching hides accessible to wheelchairs and mobility scooters.

Explore the changing coastline and military history, or simply enjoy a walk beside the sea.

Opening Times

Location Opening Hours Admission
Discovery Centre 10am – 4pm Free Admission*
Nature Reserve Open all hours Free Admission*
Car Parking 6:30am – 9pm Donations Only

*Sussex Wildlife Trust offers free admission to everyone because of generous support from members and supporters.

Discovery Centre


Start your wild adventure at the Rye Harbour Discovery Centre

 

Nature Reserve


Explore one of the most spectacular places in Sussex to see wildlife

 

Latest News


Rye Harbour Nature Reserve Wildlife sightings: September 2024

Rye Harbour Nature Reserve Wildlife sightings: September 2024

In autumn, we start to welcome back our intrepid winter wanderers, as they migrate from colder climes. Find out the key wildlife sightings this month.

 
Much-loved viewpoint reopens

Much-loved viewpoint reopens

It’s been a labour of love, but we’re delighted that the viewpoint onto the reedbeds and wildlife of Castle Water, are once again open for the public to enjoy.

 
Fantastic fungi of Rye Harbour

Fantastic fungi of Rye Harbour

Neither plant nor animal, they belong to a kingdom all of their own. We’re talking about fungi. Sarah Watson, Events Officer at Rye Harbour Nature Reserve and resident fungi-lover, introduces a few of her finds from the nature reserve.

 
Wild Beach Training at Rye Harbour

Wild Beach Training at Rye Harbour

Our new Wilder Learning and Communities Officer, Aimi Rifat, headed to the seaside to take part in Wild Beach training. Find out how she got on here.

 

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