Rye Heritage Centre

06/06/2026

05/06/2026

Book now to secure your place on this Saturday's guided walk through Rye.

Here’s a lovely review from a lady who took part in one of our guided walks recently: “I had an absolutely brilliant walking tour with Stephen. I have learnt so much about the topography, architecture and history of Rye”.

04/06/2026

Here's the lovely Lee in the shop here at the Heritage Centre. Lee volunteers on the front desk welcoming all of our visitors, selling items from the shop as well as setting up and introducing the Town Model for our daily shows. She also likes to make sure there's water in a bowl for visiting dogs, too!

We just couldn’t do without our wonderful volunteers here at Rye Heritage Centre! From welcoming visitors, looking after the Town Model, booking & delivering talks & tours, sorting the rota, delivering leaflets, taking on the role of being a trustee, acting out parts in our special heritage shows and much, much more! A BIG thank you to you all! Our volunteer team has room to grow, so if you’re looking to volunteer in your local community and you’re keen to be alongside a fun and welcoming team, then please do get in touch! [email protected]​

04/06/2026

This coming Saturday is the 82nd anniversary of D-Day and to mark this date we will be screening ‘WWII - Rye’s Story’ at Rye Heritage Centre. As historic scenes unfold across the model of Rye’s miniature streets, you’ll see not only Rye’s own resilience but its role within the region’s shared experience - from coastal defences and blackout nights to the quiet endurance of everyday families.

03/06/2026

Here's valued volunteer Steve in the Vintage Penny Arcade here at the Heritage Centre. You may have spotted Steve in some of our 'Rye After Dark' adverts as he played the dastardly murderer John Breads! Aside from his acting roles, Steve volunteers weekly on the front desk and is also a trustee with special focus on volunteer happiness (just look at that smile!).

We couldn’t do without our wonderful volunteers here at Rye Heritage Centre! From welcoming visitors, looking after the Town Model, booking & delivering talks & tours, sorting the rota, delivering leaflets, taking on the role of being a trustee, acting out parts in our special heritage shows and much, much more! A BIG thank you to you all!

Our volunteer team has room to grow, so if you’re looking to volunteer in your local community and you’re keen to be alongside a fun and welcoming team, then please do get in touch! [email protected]​

02/06/2026

We just couldn’t do without our wonderful volunteers here at Rye Heritage Centre! From welcoming visitors, looking after the Town Model, booking & delivering talks & tours, sorting the rota, delivering leaflets, taking on the role of being a trustee, acting out parts in our special heritage shows and much, much more! A BIG thank you to you all!

Here’s the lovely Sara, who started volunteering with us after she moved to the area back in 2020. Sara enjoys meeting the interesting mix of visitors to the centre and has made some wonderful friends during her time volunteering with us.

Our volunteer team has room to grow, so if you’re looking to volunteer in your local community and you’re keen to be alongside a fun and welcoming team, then please do get in touch! [email protected]​

29/05/2026

Book now to reserve a place on this Saturday's guided walk around Rye with Stephen. Secure your tickets online or purchase them at the desk in the Heritage Centre.

28/05/2026

Join us at Rye Heritage Centre this Saturday for another special showing of 'Rye After Dark: Spirits, Witchcraft & Legends'.

Blending haunting storytelling, atmospheric sound, scents, and subtle special effects, 'Rye After Dark' immerses you in vivid tales of restless spirits, mysterious rituals and strange happenings whispered through the ages.

The show takes place 4:10pm. £10pp. Suitable for 14yrs+, children must be accompanied by a paying adult, aged 18 or over. Book online at www.ryeheritage.co.uk

22/05/2026

There's something for everyone at Rye Heritage Centre this bank holiday weekend!

16/05/2026