Rye Foreign, East Sussex
Rye Foreign in East Sussex Village Guide
About Rye Foreign, East Sussex
Rye Foreign lies on the A268 and is about 3 miles (5-km) north-west of Rye. The parish encompasses the hamlets of Bowler’s Town and Springfield.
Rye Foreign got its name because Rye and Winchelsea were once subject to the Abbey of Fecamp in Normandy. Henry III felt that for the safety of the realm that this should change and signed a Charter of Resumption in 1247, which brought the ports back under the King’s control. However, an area outside Rye remained under the control of Abbey and this became known as Rye Foreign.
What’s new?
Rye Waterworks Microbrewery
Opened late October 2022 as an addition to the Waterworks Brewery, the Taproom, (as is the brewery), is run by … more
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What’s 🔥?
St Mary's Rye Summer Fete & Flower Festival
to Sun, 19th Jul
Parish Church of St Mary the Virgin, Rye
Next event
Lizard Life Live
3pm
Rye Waterworks Microbrewery, Rye Foreign
Message Board
St Anthony of Padua
I recently visited the Church at Rye Foreign but could not find any reference to the history of the church. … more
Naming Mistakes
My plea for help [9 Feb] is now resolved a mistake by me in mixing Goring-on-Sea with Horing-of-Rye, which in … more
Attractions and Activities
Rye Water Sports
We offer lessons in Windsurfing, Sailing, Kitesurfing and Paddleboarding for children and adults, and during the Summer holidays Children’s Activity Days. It’s so easy to learn watersports with modern light equipment on our safe inland lake. We are a Royal … more
Full Throttle Boat Charters
Now in its third year our popular 1 hour Seal Safari boat trip from Rye Harbour. The trip takes you 8 miles up the coast towards Hastings. When we arrive at Seal bay you have 15-20 mins floating amongst the … more
Accommodation
Stoats
Quiet, comfortable, family-friendly, mobility-friendly and dog-friendly self catering house for 8/9 people. Near extensive, beautiful Winchelsea Beach, famous Rye Harbour Nature Reserve, Camber Castle and easy reach of many historic and beautiful attractions and world-famous gardens. Big skies, migrating birds, … more
The Quarter House
Enjoy stylish, romantic beamed surroundings in the heart of the historic walled Citadel of Medieval Rye. This unusual, converted Grade II listed two-storey apartment retains original features including an open log fire, original wooden floors & beams dating back to … more
The Gallivant
The Gallivant Restaurant With Rooms is across the road from the dunes and the beautiful sandy beach beyond. Inspired by the coastal motels you might find in California. It is a a relaxing hideaway from the stresses and strains of … more
Restaurants
The Mermaid Inn
One of England’s oldest and loveliest inns, with Norman cellars dating from 1156, the Mermaid, rebuilt in 1420, offers tradition and charm in abundance. A jewel in the crown of Rye, the inn has a wide range of accommodation including … more
The Gallivant
The Gallivant Restaurant With Rooms is across the road from the dunes and the beautiful sandy beach beyond. Inspired by the coastal motels you might find in California. It is a a relaxing hideaway from the stresses and strains of … more
Marino's Fish Bar
Traditional Fish & Chips Take Away and Restaurant with 60 seats capacity. Open 7 days a week: Monday to Saturday 12 – 9pm Sunday 12-8pm