Things To Do

There is plenty to see and do in the local and surrounding areas of Sussex, but the area is especially liked by cyclists, walkers, nature lovers, birdwatchers,beachcombers,photographers, artists,history lovers and foodies. We have had a couple of writers stay with us too. Below are just a handful of suggestions, but there is something for everybody and all tastes

Water sports

Action water sports in Lydd.
Aqua park and selection of water sports.

Kitesurfing in Camber
Kitesurfing lessons

Rye Water Sports.
Windsurfing, sailing, paddle boards


Cycling
www.ebike-hire.com/Cycling is very popular in the area around Romney Marsh. Here we have posted some links to some suggested cycling routes.
Although we provide 2 adult bicycles for our guests to use [please provide own helmets] we do prefer these to be used for light use only.If you do not want to bring your own cycles, you can hire them in Rye at Rye Hire or just across the road from us at E bike hire

1.Rye and Romney Marsh circular

2.Cycling on Romney Marsh

Walking
There are plenty of walking opportunities in the area. Many of our guests enjoy walking or cycling into Rye [3 miles] Or try -
​This walk was voted for in 2017 for ITV's Britains top 100 walks
ONS map Camber
​Camber Castle walk, from Rye
Rye and Winchelsea circular walk
​Rye Harbour walks


​Walk or cycle into Rye
From Marsh View Cottage,head back towards the main road and turn right. Walk past The Gallivant and continue walking out of the village towards Rye Golf Club. You can pick up the National Cycle Network Route 2 once out of the village and carry on walking/cycling along side the marsh on your right. Continue on until you see the sign below [photo on left]. Cross over the road here and ahead of you will be another sign [centre photo below] Follow this sign which takes you across fields. Dogs on a lead are allowed as there are usually sheep in the fields.

Continue across the field where you will catch your first glimpse of Rye [above right] Keep walking until you reach a gate by the bridge across the Rover Rother. Go through the gate [please remember to close it behind you again] and turn left crossing the bridges pedestrian path. Just before you cross the bridge, you may want to enjoy the view of Rye from this vantage point [see photo below]
​Ahead of you is Rye Bay Fish [great local and fresh fish you might want to purchase on your way back!] Just by the fishmongers is a pathway across the park. Follow the path and walk/cycle towards another path heading right that is just before the bowling green. At the end of this path you are back on the road and in front of you is a pedestrian crossing. Cross the road here and take the very steep path that will be just to your right. At the top of the path you will see to your right, Landgate, one of the original gates into the town. Immediately on your right is Knoops, an amazing little place that sells the most fantastic hot chocolate. You choose the strength of chocolate and can add some great flavours if you want as well. To your left, heads into Rye High Street. The High Street is full of some lovely places to stop and get something to eat and a sit down. The vast majority of Rye's shops are independent with only 3 small 'chain' shops. It is worth a walk along the High Street to do a spot of shopping from the variety of independent shops on offer.
If you want to head straight into the oldest part of Rye, the citadel, then take a turning on the left of the High Street. We would suggest turning up Lion Street, which is next to The George Inn. Ahead of you, you will see St. Marys Church. It is worth popping in and taking the chance to view Rye from high up on the roof of the church. Some parts of the route up are very narrow, but it is worth it for the reward of the view across Rye. From the church, you are close to Church Square, Ypres Tower, Watchbell Street, Mermaid Street etc. If you have a map that we leave in the cottage, you will be able to find your way around the citadel with ease.

Golf
Please visit the individual websites for up to date information.

Lydd Golf Club

Littlestone Golf Club

Tenterden Golf CLub

Rye Harbour Discovery Centre https://rye.sussexwildlifetrust.org.uk/discovery-centre

Fishing
Fishing in and around Rye

Cinema

Don't save Rye's independent cinema for a rainy day. Kino, in the heart of the Citadel is in a converted Victorian school and well worth a visit.

​In addition to the above, there are numerous castles, steam train rides, seaside towns, 1066 country, vineyards, museums, zoos, and much, much more. There are tourist information leaflets in the cottage. Please visit our links page for lots more ideas.

​Or for more ideas visit things to do in East Sussex   Sussex Attractions  Battle Abbey and Battlefield

Birdwatching
A variety of birds can be seen on the marsh from the cottage, but for some serious birdwatching, we recommend a trip to Rye Harbour Nature Reserve or Dungeness Nature Reserve which is about 8 miles away

Other ideas
For other suggestions on day trips, do have a look at this article on 100 Things to do in England A day trip to London attractions is very popular with
our guests, particularly those from overseas. For something closer to Marsh View Cottage, numbers 96-100 are all in in Sussex or Kent,from 30-90 minutes drive away.