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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 9.30am – 4.30pm (Café closes at 4.15pm) Free Admission*
Nature Reserve Open all hours Free Admission*
Car Parking** 6:30am – 7:30pm Donations Only

*Sussex Wildlife Trust offers free admission to everyone because of generous support from members and supporters.
** The car park is run by Icklesham Parish Council

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


Community composting

Community composting

By diverting local waste to the compost heap, Graham Ellis is playing a part in reducing carbon emissions and boosting vegetable beds across the local community.

 
A June trip to Rye Harbour

A June trip to Rye Harbour

Some tips for a visitor new to birding who is planning a June visit to Rye Harbour Nature Reserve

 
Rye Harbour Nature Reserve Wildlife sightings: March 2025

Rye Harbour Nature Reserve Wildlife sightings: March 2025

Signs of spring were appearing across the nature reserve, along with a rare visitor we weren’t expecting.

 
(Young) People Power

(Young) People Power

Our Youth Rangers have been making a big difference out on the nature reserve. Find out how just eleven people, and tonnes of enthusiasm, have made it happen.

 

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