# Rye Harbour Nature Reserve — Opening Hours, Reviews & Visitor Info > Discover diverse coastal wildlife and seabirds along scenic trails at this shingle beach nature reserve near historic Rye, perfect for keen wildlife spotters and outdoor adventurers. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/rye/attractions/rye-harbour-nature-reserve (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Nature Preserve 🐾 Dogs Welcome # Rye Harbour Nature Reserve Lime Kiln Cottage [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=10337560368838710652&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: [Martin Deane](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/110442630648781854165) **In short:** Rye Harbour Nature Reserve is a nature preserve in Rye, rated 4.7 out of 5 from 1,264 Google reviews, with dogs welcome. Details checked 1 September 2026 · source: Google Places ## About Rye Harbour Nature Reserve Discover diverse coastal wildlife and seabirds along scenic trails at this shingle beach nature reserve near historic Rye, perfect for keen wildlife spotters and outdoor adventurers. ## What's nearby - Rye Harbour Holiday Park 150m away - Rye Harbour Stores 200m away - Kent & Sussex powerboat training 200m away - RNLI Rye Harbour Lifeboat Station 200m away - William the Conqueror 200m away Distances as the crow flies, via Google ## Good to know ### Parking - ✓Free car park - ✓Free street ### Accessibility - ✓Accessible parking - ✓Accessible entrance - ✓Accessible seating ### Payment - ✓Credit cards - ✓Debit cards - ✓Contactless 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 [Gav Pauze](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/107263475848800768100/reviews) ★★★★★ Rye Harbour Nature Reserve is one of my favourite places, and no matter how many times I visit, I never get bored of it. The coastal walk, beautiful marshes, little café and path leading to the beach make it such a peaceful place to explore. It's a real hidden gem and the perfect way to round off a visit to Rye town centre. Highly recommended. · via Google [David Newman](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/106728149302442284058/reviews) ★★★★★ Lovely coastal reserve with good size Cafe. Can be busy on nice days. Good facilities for bird watchers. Circular walk has seafront, old Lifeboat Station, and the ruins Camber Castle. Parking is free but a donation is an option. Please keep dogs on a lead particularly on the Circular walk as you go through sheep and cow pastures. · via Google [Sam Bourner](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/117266595519840313842/reviews) ★★★★★ We go here a LOT. As in almost as much as where we actually live. It's beautiful and there's always something new to spot. They do everything they can to get people to respect the dogs on leads rule because there are so many ground nesting birds, wildlife and rare plants that need to be protected but people still ignore it. So if you visit please don't be a selfish idiot. There's lots of poo bins, an incredible discovery centre with toilets, shop and cafe (dog friendly), lots of trails to take (maps available) and brass rubbings (so take crayons and paper). Even when it feels cool make sure you cover up because there's no shade and you can turn a shade of lobster alarming quickly on an overcast day (trust me on this one). The beach part is great for finding sea glass. But beware of the biobeads that are still showing up after the catastrophic water company mess up last year. The carpark is free or you can get the train to Rye and follow the signs to the nature reserve (about 40 minutes with quite small legs). · via Google [Sara Drewett](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/106381083527215364425/reviews) ★★★★★ We visited on a very windy but sunny day. The cafe, shop, toilets and information centre was a 15 minute walk from a free carpark. The enthusiastic volunteer staff were welcoming and informed us of all their facilities. The food was fresh and of high quality with reasonable prices. We ate ploughman's, fruit scone, apple cake with coffee and tea. The views from the huge windows were magnificent and, of course, attracted walkers and bird watchers. There were pairs of binoculars to use at the window seats. Well behaved dogs were made welcome. It is a super building and well worth a visit. · via Google [See all reviews on Google →](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m4!3m3!1s0x47dee18daa443797:0x8f7664627cc9957c!9m1!1b1?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) People say this nature reserve offers extensive, flat walking trails, ideal for dog walking, cycling, and birdwatching, with numerous hides and diverse wildlife. They also highlight the convenient free parking and the well-maintained cafe, which serves fresh food and delicious cakes. Visitors appreciate the peaceful ambiance, stunning scenery, and the helpful, friendly staff. Summary via Google ## At a glance **Address** Harbour Road, Rye, TN31 7TX [Get directions](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=50.9367152%2C0.7634668) **Category** Zoos & Animal Parks **Guest rating** 4.7 / 5 (1,264 reviews) **Suitable for** Ages 4+ **Setting** Indoor & outdoor **Dogs allowed** Yes **Good for children** Yes **Destination** Rye [More attractions in Rye](https://staycation.co.uk/rye/attractions) ★ 4.7 (1,264 reviews) [Visit official website](https://sussexwildlifetrust.org.uk/visit/rye-harbour?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=attraction) [01797 227 784](tel:01797227784) (please mention staycation.co.uk when calling) ### Quick Facts **Destination** Rye **Postcode** TN31 7TX **Payment** Cards, Contactless **Plus Code** 9F22WQP7+M9 [Directions ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/dir//''/data=!4m7!4m6!1m1!4e2!1m2!1m1!1s0x47dee18daa443797:0x8f7664627cc9957c!3e0?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) [More photos on Google ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m3!3m2!1s0x47dee18daa443797:0x8f7664627cc9957c!10e5?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) [Write a review ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m3!3m2!1s0x47dee18daa443797:0x8f7664627cc9957c!12e1?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) ### 🏨 Places to stay near Rye Hotels, B&Bs and self-catering on Booking.com, with live prices. 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Rye Harbour Nature Reserve has both indoor and outdoor areas. ### What ages is Rye Harbour Nature Reserve suitable for? Rye Harbour Nature Reserve is best for ages 4+. ### Is Rye Harbour Nature Reserve wheelchair accessible? Rye Harbour Nature Reserve has a wheelchair-accessible entrance. ### Is there parking at Rye Harbour Nature Reserve? Yes: free car park and free street parking. ### How do I contact Rye Harbour Nature Reserve? Call Rye Harbour Nature Reserve on +44 1797 360960. ## Stay near Rye Harbour Nature Reserve [Holiday cottages nearby 106](https://staycation.co.uk/near/rye-harbour-nature-reserve/cottages) [Campsites nearby 40](https://staycation.co.uk/near/rye-harbour-nature-reserve/camping) [Hotels and B&Bs nearby 24](https://staycation.co.uk/near/rye-harbour-nature-reserve/hotels) ## More near Rye Harbour Nature Reserve ### Hotels & B&Bs nearby - [The Gallivant ★ 4.4 · 1.1 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/rye/hotels/the-gallivant) - [Aviemore Guest House ★ 4.9 · 1.6 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/rye/hotels/aviemore-guest-house) - [Haydens B&B ★ 4.7 · 1.6 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/rye/hotels/haydens-b-b) - [The Hope Anchor Hotel ★ 4.4 · 1.6 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/rye/hotels/the-hope-anchor-hotel) ### Holiday cottages nearby - [1A Coastguard Cottages 0.2 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/rother/cottages/1a-coastguard-cottages-syk1192736) - [Coastguard Cottage 0.2 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/rother/cottages/coastguard-cottage-syk1091042) - [The Beach House 1.1 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/rother/cottages/the-beach-house-uk51875) - [Hakuna Matata 1.1 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/rother/cottages/hakuna-matata-syk950784) ### Campsites nearby - [Rye Harbour Holiday Park ★ 4.3 · 0.1 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/east-sussex/camping/rye-harbour-holiday-park) - [Camber Sands Holiday Park ★ 3.7 · 1.8 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/rye/camping/camber-sands-holiday-park) - [Broomhill Sands Holiday Park ★ 3.7 · 1.8 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/rye/camping/broomhill-sands-holiday-park) - [Windmill Park ★ 3.7 · 2.1 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/east-sussex/camping/windmill-park) ### Things to do nearby - [Rye Castle Museum ★ 4.4 · 1.6 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/rye/attractions/rye-castle-museum) - [Camber Sands ★ 4.9 · 2.0 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/rye/attractions/camber-sands) - [School of Wizards and Witches 3.5 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/rye/attractions/school-of-wizards-and-witches) - [Lydd Kart Circuit ★ 4.7 · 6.2 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/lydd/attractions/lydd-kart-circuit)