# Rye House Gatehouse, Hoddesdon — Opening Hours, Reviews & Visitor Info > Step back in time at this remarkable early brick-built structure where kids can discover historic architecture and families can relax with a waterside picnic by the quay. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/hoddesdon/attractions/rye-house-gatehouse (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Historical Landmark # Rye House Gatehouse Rye House Quay, Rye Road [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=12727089650627483213&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: [Carol Franklyn](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/111961603035705056664) **In short:** Rye House Gatehouse is a historical landmark in Hoddesdon, rated 4.2 out of 5 from 74 Google reviews. Details checked 1 September 2026 · source: Google Places ## About Rye House Gatehouse Step back in time at this remarkable early brick-built structure where kids can discover historic architecture and families can relax with a waterside picnic by the quay. ## What's nearby - Rye House next door - RYE-ASSIC Soft Play Park 400m away - RSPB Rye Meads 450m away Distances as the crow flies, via Google ## Good to know ### Accessibility - ✓Accessible parking - ✓Accessible entrance Details via Google — worth confirming with the attraction before you travel, especially for access needs. ## Photos Photos via Google ## Opening hours **Monday** Open 24 hours **Tuesday** Open 24 hours **Wednesday** Open 24 hours **Thursday** Open 24 hours **Friday** Open 24 hours **Saturday** Open 24 hours **Sunday** Open 24 hours Current hours may differ from the usual schedule above (e.g. holidays) — check Google Maps for today's hours. ## What visitors say [Brian Gilbert](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/114411659550860778354/reviews) ★★★★★ Very nice to walk round · via Google [June Howard](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/110158895926674232070/reviews) ★★★★★ There isn't much here but it's an unexpected beauty in Hoddesdon. I'm not sure if the gatehouse itself is ever open but the grounds are very pretty especially on a clear day · via Google [James Gordon](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/101258006496914347998/reviews) ★★★★★ A nice building with history to it which is in a quiet area it wasn't open to go in but walked around it. · via Google [Anna Xavier](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/109694601106403198156/reviews) ★★★★★ Beautiful spot! · via Google [See all reviews on Google →](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m4!3m3!1s0x47d89dfc3a0bef53:0xb09fb49b3233964d!9m1!1b1?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) ## At a glance **Address** House Quay, Rye 0EH, Rye Road, Hoddesdon [Get directions](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=51.7711116%2C0.0069571) **Category** Historic Houses & Gardens **Guest rating** 4.2 / 5 (74 reviews) **Suitable for** All Ages **Setting** Indoor & outdoor **Good for children** Yes **Destination** Hoddesdon [More attractions in Hoddesdon](https://staycation.co.uk/hoddesdon/attractions) ★ 4.2 (74 reviews) [03000 030 610](tel:03000030610) (please mention staycation.co.uk when calling) ### Quick Facts **Destination** Hoddesdon **Plus Code** 9F32Q2C4+CQ [Directions ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/dir//''/data=!4m7!4m6!1m1!4e2!1m2!1m1!1s0x47d89dfc3a0bef53:0xb09fb49b3233964d!3e0?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) [More photos on Google ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m3!3m2!1s0x47d89dfc3a0bef53:0xb09fb49b3233964d!10e5?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) [Write a review ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m3!3m2!1s0x47d89dfc3a0bef53:0xb09fb49b3233964d!12e1?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) ### 🏨 Places to stay near Hoddesdon Hotels, B&Bs and self-catering on Booking.com, with live prices. 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Rye House Gatehouse has a wheelchair-accessible entrance. ### How do I contact Rye House Gatehouse? 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