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East Sussex Coast

Rye & the Marsh

Medieval streets, golden dunes and a surreal shingle headland — a weekend on England's atmospheric southeast coast.

Weekend 8h 55m 160 min drive 4 stops
village history beach nature walk castle kids-friendly parking free-entry dog-friendly
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1
Rye
Rye

One of England's best-preserved medieval towns — cobbled Mermaid Street, a 12th-century church tower with panoramic views, and antique shops in half-timbered buildings.

2h Parking available

Day 1. Explore the cobbled streets, climb St Mary's church tower for the view, and find lunch on the high street.

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2
Camber Sands

Vast golden sand dunes — one of the few dune systems in East Sussex with miles of space even on busy days.

1h 30m Parking available

A short drive from Rye. Bring towels for the beach and walk the dunes. Stay overnight in Rye.

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3
Dungeness
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4
Bodiam Castle
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