Rother

Properties and events in Rother

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Bateman's

National Trust, Batemans, Batemans Lane, Burwash, Etchingham, East Sussex, TN19 7DS
In person
Pre-booking not required

Bateman's will be open for Heritage Open Days 2026. Explore the home of Rudyard Kipling, author of the Jungle Book and Just So Stories.

Bodiam 100: Community Celebration Weekend

Bodiam Castle, Robertsbridge, East Sussex, TN32 5UA
In person
Pre-booking not required

Join a once in a generation celebration weekend at Bodiam Castle, completely free for all. Marking 100 years of National Trust care, everyone is invited to explore and enjoy what makes this remarkable castle so special.

Guided Walks of Rye (Afternoon)

Rye Heritage Centre, The Old Sail Loft, Strand Quay, Rye, East Sussex, TN31 7AY
In person
Pre-booking required

Ready to peel back the layers of Rye’s incredible history? Join our guided walk and discover all the tales you never knew about this fascinating town — from invaders and smugglers to ghostly goings‑on and famous faces.

Guided Walks of Rye (Morning)

Rye Heritage Centre, The Old Sail Loft, Strand Quay, Rye, East Sussex, TN31 7AY
In person
Pre-booking required

Ready to peel back the layers of Rye’s incredible history? Join our guided walk and discover all the tales you never knew about this fascinating town — from invaders and smugglers to ghostly goings‑on and famous faces.

Lamb House

Lamb House, West Street, Rye, East Sussex, TN31 7ES
In person
Pre-booking not required

Lamb House open for Heritage Open Days Friday 18 & Saturday 19 September. Visit this Georgian house in Rye, built in 1723; once a mayoral residence that welcomed King George I and later home to writers Henry James and E. F. Benson.

Rye Castle museum

Rye Castle museum, Ypres Tower, Gungarden, Rye, East Sussex, TN31 7HH
In person
Pre-booking not required

Rye Castle museum is housed within Ypres Tower, a thirteenth century defensive tower constructed as part of the towns defences. It contains items relating to the maritime history of Rye, defence, smuggling and the prison.

The Story of Rye (Afternoon)

Rye Heritage Centre, The Old Sail Loft, Strand Quay, Rye, East Sussex, TN31 7AY
In person
Pre-booking required

No trip to Rye feels quite complete without seeing the famous Rye Town Model. Celebrating its 50th anniversary in 2026, our light and sound show brings the Story of Rye vividly to life.

The Story of Rye (Morning)

Rye Heritage Centre, The Old Sail Loft, Strand Quay, Rye, East Sussex, TN31 7AY
In person
Pre-booking required

No trip to Rye feels quite complete without seeing the famous Rye Town Model. Celebrating its 50th anniversary in 2026, our light and sound show brings the Story of Rye vividly to life.

Winchelsea Wesley Methodist Chapel

Winchelsea Wesley Methodist Chapel, Rectory Lane, Winchelsea, East Sussex, TN36 4EY
In person
Pre-booking not required

Open Day at the Historic John Wesley's Chapel, Winchelsea on Saturday 12th September 2026 from 10am to 4pm. Entry is free all day with tea and coffee available.