Smuggles Attic – Now Open!

Officially opened on Good Friday, 29th March, 11 am  – our new walk through multimedia experience presents a fun opportunity to hear about the smugglers of Rye and their illicit trade. Known locally as Owlers, gangs of men and women were widely engaged in importing and exporting whilst evading the customs dues and being hunted…

The Smuggler’s Attic – launch event 

Officially opening Good Friday, 29th March, 11 am  – our new walk through multimedia experience presents a fun opportunity to hear about the smugglers of Rye and their illicit trade. Known locally as Owlers, gangs of men and women were widely engaged in importing and exporting whilst evading the customs dues and being hunted down…

Christmas Story Telling

The story of how the famous Heritage Smuggler’s gang came to the rescue of Santa and his reindeer one stormy Christmas Eve many years ago. The smuggler’s find their Christmas spirit and save Christmas for the children of Rye. A storyteller will read to the children and lead them afterwards in a sing – along…

Santa’s Grotto In Rye!

The main man himself is returning to Rye this Christmas and would love to share a little early Christmas joy throughout our town. You are booking a 15 minute slot where you will be welcomed into his grotto and invited to gather round to share your Christmas wishes with Father Christmas and if you’ve made…

F-Rye-t Night!

A spine-chilling Walk & talk with a guide around the streets of Rye! This special one-off event comes with a spook or two and those who join the tour must be prepared to be scared! – From Rye Heritage Centre 7pm, 30th October. Purchase your tickets here.

A Cowboy in Venezuela !

An illustrated presentation and talk by Noel Varley. Four years in Venezuela on a cattler anch – what an adventure ! Noel recounts some of his stories from his time as a cowboy ! – if you haven’t already experienced his skills as a raconteur then now’s your chance. River Haven Hotel, Winchelsea Road, Rye…