How to find us | Rye Harbour Nature Reserve
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How to find us

Situated just outside Rye, you can visit us by public transport, on foot or in your car.

By train

Rye is on the Southern Rail network, with trains every hour from Eastbourne and Ashford. To check times, just head to National Rail Enquiries or call them on 08457 484950.


By bus

You can catch the Stagecoach 313 bus from Rye train station to Rye Harbour Village and it takes around 10 minutes. To check the times, just call 0870 608 2608 or head to their website.


By taxi

There is a taxi rank outside Rye train station. The journey takes around 8 minutes.


By bike

Whether you decide to arrive by bike or rent one nearby, the nature reserve is the perfect place to explore on two wheels. There are cycle routes of varying lengths available.

You can also rent a bike, manual or electric, on the Harbour Road a few minutes away.


By foot

A walk from Rye train station to the nature reserve, takes around 40 minutes. There is a footpath that runs along an old railway line and avoids walking the length of the road. Wellies or outdoor footwear are necessary in bad weather as it can get muddy. Alternatively, the closest entrance from town can be found along Harbour Road, where the road crosses the River Brede.


By car

There is a carpark situated at the entrance to the nature reserve which is a donation to Icklesham Parish Council.

To find us, simply add our postcode – TN31 7TX – to your satnav, or follow the directions below:

Please note, the carpark has a height restriction of 2.2m, so coaches and campervans, will need to find alternative parking.

Map of Rye Town

The closest entrance to the nature reserve from the town can be found along Harbour Road, just where the road crosses the River Brede. Footpaths will lead you out to Camber Castle and the birdwatching hide at Castle Water.

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Address: Rye Harbour Discovery Centre, Rye Harbour Road, Rye Harbour, Rye TN31 7FW

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