Rye and East Sussex Countryside Walks
East Sussex is a welcome haven for walkers in the busy south-east of England, with over two thirds of the county covered by the High Weald and Sussex Downs Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty. There is also a wealth of picturesque villages, country houses and parkland hidden within its rolling landscape, waiting to be discovered.
Peasmarsh Walk
Distance: 4 miles
Walk Grade: Easy
An easy, generally level walk along country lanes and across fields, with some stiles. This walk starts just a few minute down the road from Flackley Ash at the Cock Inn Pub. Peasmarsh Walk Map
Playden Walk
Distance: 3 miles
Walk Grade: Easy
A generally easy walk, with few stiles, but some hilly sections and a flight of steps. Start from outside Rye Railway Station. Playden is one mile north of Rye. Playden Walk Map
Camber Castle Walk
Distance: 4.5 miles
Walk Grade: Very easy
A level route with easy access, starting from the historic town of Rye, crossing a nature reserve to a bird hide and Camber Castle. Camber Castle Walk Map
Winchelsea Walk
Distance: 6.5 miles
Walk Grade: Average
A walk from historic Winchelsea passing through a nature reserve and along the banks of the Royal Military Canal. Winchelsea Walk Map
Cock Marling Walk
Distance: 4 miles
This is a delightful typical country walk with some hills, stiles and muddy paths – depending on weather. Start your walk at Winchelsea Station and take in the great views of the River Brede. Cock Marling Walk Map
Broad Oak Walk
Distance: 3 miles
Walk Grade: Easy
A generally easy walk, with a few stiles and some hilly sections, which starts and ends at the Rainbow Trout pub. Broad Oak Walk Map
Enjoy the Countryside
Countryside Code:
• Be Safe - plan ahead and follow any signs
• Leave gates and property as you find them
• Protect plants and animals, and take your litter home
• Keep dogs under close control
• Consider other people