A hugely popular fortnight celebrating art, music and literature.
ur Festival is Rye’s principal annual arts event, taking place over the weekends and last two weeks in September. It has developed over the past 49 years into one of the most successful and respected small festivals of its kind, dedicated to high quality performances in music, literature, theatre and other art forms coupled with a range of activities in heritage and the environment.
A small independent cinema showing everything from the latest Hollywood movies to live broadcasts of London productions of opera, ballet and theatre.
Enjoy kitesurfing, kayaking and stand-up paddleboarding at the nearby beaches of Camber and Greatstone.
A National Trust property in the heart of Rye that was once home to novelist Henry James. Keep an eye out for literary events during the year.