Rye Rye is a picturesque town... by Geoff_Wright
RyeRye is a picturesque town just outside of the county of Kent, in East Sussex.Originally a seaport, Rye became a full member of the Cinque Ports in about 1350. From the 15th century the port began its steady decline as silting of the river estuary proceeded. The sea is now 2 miles from the town. The town walls were constructed during the reign of Edward III ( 1327-77) but of the three original 14th century entrance gates, only the Land Gate remains, together with the earlier (12th century) Ypres Tower.
Rye is situated on a hill overlooking the River Rother. It is a pretty town, with cobbled streets and many timber-framed and Georgian houses. Of special interest to the traveller is the Mermaid Inn built in 1420. The photo here is one of a number of old windmills, some of which, like this one, have been carefully restored. I believe there are at least 4 windmills hereabouts. The black and white photo is of Rye about 60 years ago, but if you walked up this street today, nothing much will have altered - except perhaps the period pram!
