Rye Castle (The Ypres Tower)

The Gungarden, RYE, East Sussex, TN31 7HH

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Rye Castle (The Ypres Tower)

About

The Ypres Tower was built in 1249 to defend Rye against attacks from across the channel. It has served as a fort, private dwelling, prison, court hall and now finally as a museum.

You can see where murderer John Breads was held prisoner, where prisoners where chained and the cells in which they were incarcerated. You can see a smugglers lantern, and a model that shows the changes to the Romney Marsh coastline and the defences against Napoleon.

From the balcony you can look out across the Marsh and view of what was once one of the most important harbours in the country.

Make sure you visit the East Street Museum too (open April to October, free entry).

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Guide Prices

Ticket TypeTicket Tariff
Adults£4.00 per ticket
Concessions£3.00 per ticket
Under 16sFree

Note: Prices are a guide only. For further information please visit the website.

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Recent Reviews:

  • RussellG1
    Church Stretton, United Kingdom
    Trip Type:
    Friends getaway
    Compact but interesting
    5 of 5 stars
    Monday, 16th January 2023
    Recently visited and was very interesting. Place isn't massive but the entry charge is only a fiver for adults and I think its a pound for kids so worth the money. Lots of interactive stuff for kids... Read full review
  • P_J_Murphy1962
    Coventry, United Kingdom
    Trip Type:
    Couples
    Worth an Hour of your time
    5 of 5 stars
    Tuesday, 21st February 2023
    Small and compact with a a very helpful and informative Guide on site who is more than happy to go through the history of the tower and provide background on Ryes history Read full review
  • stuarts281
    London, United Kingdom
    Trip Type:
    Couples
    Fascinating Bit of Maritime History in Rye
    5 of 5 stars
    Wednesday, 29th March 2023
    This little tower has some impressive history, being formerly defending Rye Harbour before the sea receded, so many of the displays discuss it's role in the Cinque Ports federation of ports that... Read full review

Map & Directions

Road Directions

Located in the town, nearest main roads are the A249 and the A268.

Public Transport Directions

Nearest railway station is Rye.Rye is also on many bus routes

Facilities

Accessibility

  • Guide Dogs Permitted

Payment Methods

  • Groups Accepted
  • Open by appointment outside normal opening times

Printed Material in Foreign Languages

  • French printed material
  • German printed material

Provider Preferences

  • In town/city centre

Tours and Demonstrations

  • Educational Visits Accepted
  • Guided Tours Available for Groups

Opening Times

April to October (1 Apr 2023 - 31 Oct 2023)
DayTimes
Monday - Sunday10:30 - 17:00
Bank Holiday10:30 - 17:00
November to March (1 Jan 2024 - 31 Mar 2024)
DayTimes
Monday - Sunday10:30 - 15:30*

* Closed Christmas Day

Dates and times marked with a '*' are provisional and may be subject to change

What's Nearby

  1. Rye's delightful cinema, café-bar and function venue in renovated Victorian buildings.

    0.11 miles away
  2. Sometimes called the "cathedral of East Sussex", the Parish Church of Rye, dedicated to…

    0.12 miles away
  3. The East Street Museum was originally a bottling factory but it now houses exhibitions…

    0.12 miles away
  1. National Trust's Lamb House is a portal into a world of literary connections.

    0.14 miles away
  2. Magic, Monsters and Mystery are all here in this unique immerse interactive family…

    0.22 miles away
  3. Look no further for live music, warm vibes and entertainment in the heart of Rye.

    0.28 miles away
  4. Not just a model, but a complete sound and light show that brings the history of Rye…

    0.28 miles away
  5. Rye Bay E-bikes is a small, family run electric bike company currently based just south…

    0.79 miles away
  6. Camber Castle was one link in the chain of forts built along the south coast by Henry…

    1.07 miles away
  7. Rye Harbour Nature Reserve is an important wildlife site set in an exceptional coastal…

    1.29 miles away
  8. Join Full Throttle Boat Charters from Rye Harbour and head out to sea for an exhilarating…

    1.4 miles away
  9. Cycle the nature reserve at Rye Harbour.

    1.43 miles away
  10. All the family can participate in watersports at our beautiful lake situated between Rye…

    1.51 miles away
  11. This stunning stretch of sandy beach is home to the only sand dune system in East Sussex.…

    1.55 miles away
  12. The Museum will re-open in May 2022. Winchelsea Court Hall Musuem illustrates the rich…

    2.08 miles away
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