Events and courses

Saturday, 3rd September 2022, 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

The Kind Table Pop Up - Rye (03/09/2022)

As of the 3rd September and the first Saturday of every month for the next few months Rye Harbour Nature reserve will host The Kind Table in the Discovery Centre. 

The Kind Table are a local refill shop popping up to bring their amazing mini refills to a wider audience. Their aim is...

Sunday, 4th September 2022, 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Walk with a Warden - Rye (04/09/2022)

Autumn migration will have started so we’ll be looking for departing summer visitors such as warblers and wagtails and seeing which winter ducks and waders are arriving.

Meet at Rye Harbour village car park TN31 7TY

No...

Thursday, 8th September 2022, 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Camber Castle Wildlife Walk - Rye Harbour (08/09/22)

Leader: James Duncan

Rye Harbour's 465 hectares have international wildlife designations. Join us for a circular walk of approximately 6km, starting out from Brede Lock. We’ll follow the River Brede across the sheep fields to Henry VIII's Camber Castle, taking the...

Saturday, 10th September 2022, 10:00 AM - 2:30 PM

Wildlife Rangers - Rye Harbour (10/09/2022)

Sorry this event has been cancelled

Our monthly group for teenagers interested in finding out more about wildlife, taking part in practical conservation or those wanting to volunteer for their Duke of Edinburgh awards.

This month we will be getting involved...

Saturday, 10th September 2022, 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Big Bioblitz - Rye (10/09/2022)

Sorry this event has been cancelled

This weekend there will be lots of wildlife enthusiasts finding and recording different types of wildlife all over the reserve. Come along and find out about some of the species we find here – from moths, to wildflowers,...

Sunday, 11th September 2022, 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Big Bioblitz - Rye (11/09/2022)

Sorry this event has been cancelled

This weekend there will be lots of wildlife enthusiasts finding and recording different types of wildlife all over the reserve. Come along and find out about some of the species we find here – from moths, to wildflowers,...

Thursday, 15th September 2022, 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

Winter Birds at Rye Harbour (15/09/2022)

Whilst winter may appear a quiet time for birds, the surprisingly mild and predictable conditions in Sussex make it extremely attractive to a whole host of migratory visitors. Though September may seem early, many of the summer visitors are leaving, but many of the winter birds will...

Saturday, 17th September 2022, 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Rye Harbour Pillbox Open Day (17/09/22)

Discover more about the Rye and Winchelsea Second World War anti-invasion defences

Visit our pillboxes and learn about their role in the 1940 plans to defeat the threatened German invasion (Operation Sea Lion). Find out how the Vickers machine gun was central to the harbour defences and...

Sunday, 18th September 2022, 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Walk with a Warden - Rye (18/09/2022)

September is a good time to spot lots of birds as our summer visitors are leaving, and winter birds are arriving. 

We will walk around the saltmarsh and beach to look for seabirds, ducks and waders refuelling on the pools and perhaps some raptors hunting them.

Saturday, 24th September 2022, 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM

Wildlife Watch - Rye (24/09/2022)

Monthly club for children 5-11 to discover more about Rye Harbour Nature Reserve wildlife through exploring, games, craft and learning countryside skills to help wildlife thrive.

Suitable for 5-11 year olds with a parent/carer.

Sunday, 25th September 2022, 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Guide in a Hide - Rye Harbour (25/09/22)

Drop in to the Gooders hide between the car park and the sea where there will be guides stationed throughout the day to show you the birds. Binoculars, telescopes and spotter sheets available for you to use.

400m walk towards the sea from

Monday, 26th September 2022, 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Rye Harbour Camber Castle Autumn Opening

Always wondered what the inside of Camber Castle looks like? 

Here's a chance to see with an extra guided tour session before the end of the 2022 season.

Guided tours take place at 2pm & 3 pm.

Please be aware this takes place with the castle as the...

Wednesday, 28th September 2022, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Rye Harbour - Nature Tots (28/09/2022)

Wednesday mornings with Natasha - Wednesday 7th, 21st & 28th September 2022 (3 sessions)

Explore, learn and play with all that’s found in the natural environment at Rye Harbour Nature reserve, with stories, songs, games and activities themed around seasonal...

Wednesday, 28th September 2022, 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM

Nature Babies - Rye (28/09/2022)

Wednesdays -  14, 21 & 28 September 2022 (Block booking – 4 sessions)

Introduce your baby to the great outdoors with our nature-based baby group. Lots of sensory experiences for little ones, singing and stories, plus a stroll around the reserve (bring buggies or carriers) and a...

Wednesday, 28th September 2022, 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Rye Harbour Camber Castle Autumn Opening

Always wondered what the inside of Camber Castle looks like?

Here's a chance to see with an extra guided tour session before the end of the 2022 season.

Guided tours take place at 2pm & 3 pm.

Please be aware this takes place with the castle as the meeting up point, for...