Cock Marling Walk
A 4-mile circular walk starting from Winchelsea station and climbing to a ridge overlooking the Brede valley. More info.
Winchelsea Walk
A 6.5 mile circular walk along the Royal Military Canal. Passing nearby Winchelsea town with its medieval wine cellars, Winchelsea Court Hall Museum, the Church of St Thomas the Martyr with its unusual stained glass windows (and home to the grave of Spike Milligan), and Rye Harbour Nature Reserve. More info.
Doleham Walk, Brede
A 6-mile average-grade country walk starting at Doleham Railway Station (on the Marshlink Line) around the Brede valley, to the village of Brede, passing the historic Brede Valley Waterworks. More info.
Saxon Shore Way
163 miles from Gravesend to Hastings, the route follows the original Saxon shore line from the Thames Estuary, down the Wantsum Channel, along the White Cliffs and on into Sussex. The Way is clearly shown on OS maps and signed on the ground. More info.
Marshlink
By following the railway line between Hastings and Ashford you can cross the stunning Romney Marsh and pass through the ancient towns of Rye and Winchelsea. Along the way you'll find a huge variety of walks and cycle routes, some covering local nature reserves and others following the Royal Military Canal. More info.
1066 Country Walk
Follow the steps of William the Conqueror on this 31 mile trail, from the Normans’ landing point at Pevensey to the battlefield, through to the ancient towns of Winchelsea and Rye, taking in castles, oast houses and windmills along the way. In 2021, new signage and sculptures were installed. Find out more here.
Tibbs Farm
3 miles from Winchelsea, you'll find Tibbs Farm, straddling two valleys and with stunning views of the countryside. Throughout the winter season, whilst the sheep move to new pastures, they open up three walking trails. Route maps are available from their café... and we highly recommend the cake!
