Rye Harbour Nature Reserve, Nature reserve and Site of Special Scientific Interest in East Sussex, England
The reserve spans 465 hectares of coastal wetlands, featuring shingle beaches, saltmarshes, lagoons, grasslands, and freshwater pools near the River Rother mouth.
Natural England designated this location as a Site of Special Scientific Interest in 1953, recognizing its environmental importance for future preservation.
The Discovery Centre contains educational exhibits and resources that inform visitors about the ecological systems and wildlife species within the reserve.
Five observation hides connected by flat paths provide access for visitors to watch birds and other wildlife throughout different sections of the reserve.
The reserve houses 4,355 documented species of plants and animals, including 300 rare or endangered specimens within its varied ecosystem.
Location: England
GPS coordinates: 50.92900,0.75500
Latest update: March 8, 2025 08:30
Lamb House
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Camber Castle
1.7 km
Rye Castle
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Church of St Mary
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St Anthony of Padua Church
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The Town Hall
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Rye Castle Museum - Ypres Tower
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The Church of the Holy Spirit
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Church House
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26, Church Square
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St Richard
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Flushing Inn Monks Way
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The Old Stone House
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St Anthony Of Padua
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The Old Vicarage
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War Memorial in St Mary's churchyard, Rye
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Martello Tower No. 28
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Old Lifeboat Station (Mary Stanford Boathouse)
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The Water Tower (standing In The North East Corner Of The Churchyard)
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Norman House
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Martello Tower No. 30
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The Frist House
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Chequer
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Harbour Lights
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St Marys
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The Watch House
1.2 km
Watchbell Street
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La Rochelle
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