Icklesham
Icklesham in East Sussex Village Guide
Icklesham village is located approximately six miles east of Hastings on the A259, Hastings to Rye Road. The village has several public houses. The church is dedicated to All Saints and St Nicolas and dates back to the 12th century.
Icklesham stands on the ridge between the coast and river Brede, offering views to the hills at Fairlight to the south and the Brede valley on the other side. The name Icklesham (which was possibly derived from Anglo Saxon – Iclingas Ham the home of the Iclas family) was recorded in 772 as Icoleshamme, in a land charter signed by Offa, King of Mercia. The village was probably a prime target during the invasion by the Normans in 1066 as in earlier times it dominated the river Brede. This strategic importance led, some seven hundred years later to evacuation plans being drawn up in case of invasion by Napoleon.
There is an old smock windmill on Hogs Hill which has been restored and used as a recording studio by Sir Paul McCartney. The 1066 walk (which runs from Pevensey to Rye via Battle) goes through the village.
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Simply Italian
In a beautiful former 15th Century Mill, SI Rye boasts a great mix of character with Mediterranean flair.
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House Clean
Anyone available for house clean? 3 hours a week, Hogg hill.
Trip to East Sussex
We stayed around for a week. What a beautiful place and countryside.
Attractions and Activities
Parish Church of St Mary the Virgin
For almost 900 years the Parish Church of Rye, dedicated to St Mary the Virgin, has dominated the hill on … more
Full Throttle Boat Charters
We offer the Rye bay RIB Safari, lasting 1/2 an hour and only £18.50pp. We fly around Rye bay and … more
Rye Water Sports
We offer lessons in Windsurfing, Sailing, Kitesurfing and Paddleboarding for children and adults, and during the Summer holidays Children’s Activity … more
Accommodation
Grace Dieu
A very comfortable four bedroomed beach house with direct sea views and a sheltered sunny garden.
The Find
For the perfect getaway, The Find is a cosy retreat tucked in a quiet little twitten in the heart of … more
Quarter House
Enjoy historic & romantic beamed surroundings in the heart of the Medieval walled Citadel of Rye. This unusual, converted Grade … more
Restaurants
The Ship Inn
In the centre of the small, charming town of Rye, the Ship is a modern take on the traditional English … more
The Mermaid Inn
One of England’s oldest and loveliest inns, with Norman cellars dating from 1156, the Mermaid, rebuilt in 1420, offers tradition … more
The Gallivant
The Gallivant Restaurant With Rooms is across the road from the dunes and the beautiful sandy beach beyond. Inspired by … more