Rye Heritage Centre

Rye Ghost walks
The Rye Heritage Centre provides an ideal introduction to the town bringing together the story of Rye set within the famous Rye Town Model sound and light show. Historic Audio Walking Tours and Ghost Audio Tours are also available, together with a working collection of Old Pier amusement machines. The Heritage Centre offers local information on places to visit and things to do in and around this historic town.



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Rye Town Model
Not just a model, but a complete sound and light show that brings the history of Rye alive!

Audio Tour of Rye
Take an Audio Tour of Rye and learn all about a town steeped in history, or take a Ghost Tour - Ghosties & Goulies & Long-Legged Beasties & Things that go Bump in the Night!

An Exhibition of Old Pier Working Models
A new Exhibition of old penny-in-the-slot working models and novelty games from the piers and arcades of the British seaside.

Shop - New Lines

Click here to see our exciting new range of shop merchandise!

Opening Times*

April - September
Open Daily 10.00hrs to 17.00hrs
October - March*
Open Daily 10.00hrs to 16.00hrs

OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK

* Please check for confirmation and Christmas opening times

Rye Town events

To find out what is happening in Rye this year click to access the events diary below:-

Heritage Notice board
 Find Us
 Town Model
 Audio Tours



Rye Town Diary
 Rye Festival
 Rye Bonfire Night

Rye Heritage Centre
0044 (0) 1797 22 66 96