Event Diary

June 2009

Saturday, 27th

Summer Show - Light Dances On
Location: Rye
(31 day event)
Jewellery, wood, metal, ceramics, glass and textiles alongside paintings and prints at Rye Art Gallery, High Street, Rye. For further information contact 01797 222433.

July 2009

Friday, 3rd

Rye Country Market
Location: Rye
Local home grown produce, preserves, plants, cut flowers and crafts. Come for a coffee too. Venue: Rye Community Centre, Conduit Hill. Time: 10.00am - 10.45am. Entrance free.

Saturday, 4th

Country Fair and Hog Roast
Location: Rye
Venue: Kent Ditch Corner, East Guldeford. Live Bands and bar, Barbeque, sheep shearing display, Classic cars and vintage tractors, tractor rides, and much more. Time: 2pm till late. For further information contact 01797 225406. Proceeds in aid of St Michael's Hospice.

Annual Church Fete
Location: Rye
St Michael's, Playden will hold it's Annual Fete - traditional stalls, and fun for the family. Further details to follow.

Peter Dinsley
Location: Rye
Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin and the Rat Pack with a four course dinner at the Riverhaven Restaurant Tickets: £26.50 per person. For further information contact and booking 01797 227982.

Summer Fete
Location: Rye
Summer Fete will begin with a carnival procession through the town leading to back to Rye College. Fete opens l.00pm. Lots of stalls, and fun for the family. Venue: Rye College, The Grove,Rye.

Sunday, 5th

Fish, Pigs, Admirals and Dragons
Location: Peasmarsh
Peasmarsh TQ889228. A relaxed but fascinating walk through woods, meadows, orchards, heath and fields, in search of fantastic fauna, hidden archaeology, stunning views and wild beasts. Approx. 3 miles. Bring refreshments. Sorry no dogs at these events as they frighten the butterflies! Booking essential - contact Steve Wheatley on 01580 879958 or email: swheatley@buterfly-conservation.org Time: 10.30am.

“Under Winchelsea” cellar tours
Location: Winchelsea
A rare chance to see some of the 50 medieval cellars under the Ancient Town. Conducted by the Winchelsea Archaeological Society. £5 a head. Guidebook included. Two tours: first starts at 11:00am and the second at 2:30pm. To book, call 225333 or e-mail tours@winchelsea.net.

Wednesday, 8th

Rye Farmers' Market
Location: Rye
Venue: The Strand Quay, Rye. Time: 10am - 1pm.For further information email info@ryemarket.org.uk

Friday, 10th

Saturday, 11th

Coffee Morning
Location: Rye
in the lovely garden of 11, High Street, Rye. With grateful thanks to Mrs. Festing. Good coffee and cake, interesting stalls to browse. Time: 10.30am - 12 noon. Proceeds in aid of Rye Museum.

Ryesingers Summer Concert
Location: Playden
Ryesingers will be performing their summer concert 'On Wings of Song' in Playden Church on Saturday 11th July. The music will be celebrating this year's four anniversary composers. Tickets costig £6.50 will be available on the door, and will be in aid of the church loo fund.

Sunday, 12th

Horse Stingers and Devil’s Darning Needles
Location: Rye
Colourful, elegant and harmless: take a close look at dragonflies and damselflies. Meet at Rye Harbour car park. Time: 2–4pm. Donations appreciated. For further information contact 01797 227784.

Rye Ramblers
Location: Rye
Meet Budgens car park, for departure 10am. Drive towards Cripps Corner. Park by side of road near Ellenwhorne Lane (Grid 789208). Circular walk via Brede High Woods and Sedlescombe. Bring picnic lunch. Approx. 6 miles. For further information contact Linda on 01797 224161.

Tuesday, 14th

St Michael's Hospice Open Gardens
Location: Rye
St Michael's Hospice Open Gardens - at Mountsfield House, Rye Hill, TN31 7NH. Cream teas, homemade cakes. All gardens are opened through the goodwill of the owners. Time: 10:30 to 16:00. Mountsfield House - the house is reached by a sweeping gravel drive, and has fine old yew trees, limes and rhododendron bushes. The garden is mostly laid to lawn, and its classic Georgian design offers a variety of ever-colourful flowerbeds.

Wednesday, 15th

Rye Farmers' Market
Location: Rye
Venue: The Strand Quay, Rye. Time: 10am - 1pm.For further information email info@ryemarket.org.uk

Thursday, 16th

'Allo 'Allo'!
Location: Rye
(3 day event)
Rye Players present 'Allo,Allo!' Time: 7.30pm, matinee 2.30pm Saturday 18th July. Venue: The Community Centre, Conduit Hill, Rye.

'Allo 'Allo
Location: Rye
(3 day event)
Rye Players present 'Allo 'Allo. Venue: Rye Community Centre, Conduit Hill, Rye. Further details to follow.

Friday, 17th

Saturday, 18th

Shrimping and Rock-pooling at Pett Level
Location: Rye
A family event, exploring the rock pools and learning how to catch shrimps. Please wear suitable clothing and footwear for paddling/wading in the sea. Meet at the eastern end of the row of houses at Pett Level (not pub car park). Time: 1–3pm. Donations appreciated. For further information contact 01797 227784.

Rye Secondhand and Rare Book Fairs
Location: Rye
The Rye Book Fair is adding Summer Fair this year. Thirty dealer will be offering books, ephemera and prints to suit every pocket. A bookbinder will be on hand to advise on book repairs of those special volumes. Venue: Rye College, The Grove, Rye TN31 7NQ. Time: 10am - 4pm. Ample parking. Admission: Free. Refreshments provided in the hall. For further information contact Tony Mulholland - 01797 260240 or 07958 478 574 - email: mulholland@aol.com

Wednesday, 22nd

Rye Farmers' Market
Location: Rye
Venue: The Strand Quay, Rye. Time: 10am - 1pm.For further information email info@ryemarket.org.uk

Thursday, 23rd

Icklesham Village Beer Festival
Location: Icklesham
(4 day event)
Venue: Robin Hood Public House, Main Rd, Icklesham, East Sussex, TN36 4BD. A brilliant line-up of entertainers are on offer for this year's Beer Festival along with a wide range of real ales from all over the UK. Programme: Thursday: 7pm-12pm - Eclipse. Friday: 7pm-12pm - Memories on Tape, Lumpy and the Lumpettes,and 1066 Rockit Men Big Band. Saturday: 7pm-12pm - The Shed Men, Dirty Scarlet,and The Lost Boys. Sunday:12.30pm-5.30pm - Battle Town Band, The Telham Tinkers, The Lindy Hoppers,and The Byshops Fynger, Dust Radio.

Friday, 24th

Saturday, 25th

Iden Fete & Boot Fair 2009
Location: Iden
Iden fete and Boot Fair - Rides, stalls, food and drink. Free parking for programme holders(available on the day). Please see Iden village website for more details.

Seashore Discovery
Location: Rye
Bring the family to discover wildlife hidden in the saltmarsh and hidden treasures washed ashore on our beach. Meet at Rye Harbour car park. Time: 10am-12noon (1mile). Donations appreciated. For further information contact 01797 227784.

Sunday, 26th

Rye Ramblers
Location: Rye
Meet Budgens car park, for departure 10am. Drive to Udimore. Park in Royal Oak car park. NB: Please park as far from the pub as possible. Depart 10.15am for a circular walk. Bring picnic lunch. Approx. 5.5 miles. For further information contact Janet on 01424 813184.

Spiders and Their Webs
Location: Rye
Join the warden, Chris, on a hunt for a variety of different spiders, and learn how they create their webs. Meet at Lime Kiln Cottage Information Centre, Rye Harbour Nature Reserve. Time: 2–3.30pm. Donations appreciated. For further information contact 01797 227784.

Wednesday, 29th

Rye Farmers' Market
Location: Rye
Venue: The Strand Quay, Rye. Time: 10am - 1pm.For further information email info@ryemarket.org.uk

Moths for all ages
Location: Rye
Bring the family to learn about the moths that fly around the reserve at night. Meet at Lime Kiln Cottage Information Centre, Rye Harbour Nature Reserve Time:. 10–11am. Wheelchair accessible. Donations appreciated. For further information contact 01797 227784.

Friday, 31st

August 2009

Saturday, 1st

Rye Society of Artist Summer Exhibition
Location: Rye
(31 day event)
Venue: The Boys Club, Mermaid Street, Rye. Times: 10.30 - 5.30pm every day.

Sunday, 2nd

Beginners’ Bird Watching
Location: Rye
Learn how to identify a variety of resident and migrant birds. Binoculars and field guides available to use on the day. Meet at the Rye Harbour car park. Time: 10.30am–12.30pm (2 miles). Donations appreciated. For further information contact 01797 227784.

Wednesday, 5th

Children’s Activity Afternoon
Location: Rye
at Rye Museum. East Street, Rye. Time: 2.00 – 4.00pm. Crafty things to do, come and try them!! £2.00 per child, accompanying adult free. Children must be accompanied by an adult

Minibeasts
Location: Rye
Bring the family to hunt for minibeasts hiding from view. Meet at Lime Kiln Cottage Information Centre, Rye Harbour Nature Reserve. Time: 2–3.30pm. Donations appreciated. For further information contact 01797 227784.

Rye Farmers' Market
Location: Rye
Venue: The Strand Quay, Rye. Time: 10am - 1pm.For further information email info@ryemarket.org.uk

Friday, 7th

Saturday, 8th

Caught in a trap!
Location: Rye
A final chance to inspect the Rye Harbour moth traps. Meet at Lime Kiln Cottage Information Centre, Rye Harbour Nature Reserve. Time: 8am. Wheelchair accessible. Donations appreciated. For further information contact 01797 227784.

Special Summer Concert at Playden Church
Location: Rye
In association with James Black Management Artists. An exceptional evening of music with Sally Harrison,soprano, James Edwards,tenor and Paul Carey Jones, baritone - see www.jamesblackmanagement.com Programme comprises classical opera, operetta and musical theatre - something for everyone. Venue: St Michael's Church, Playden. Pimms Tent. Time: 7pm. Tickets: £8 available from Heather Still 01797 222618 or Viv Challans 01797 224606 or Neames Designs, Tower Street, Rye. Proceeds in aid of St Michael's 'loo' fund.

Summer Show and Fete
Location: Winchelsea
of the Winchelsea Garden Society. Venue: The Cricket Field, Winchelsea. Time: 1.30pm. Further details to follow.

Sunday, 9th

Rye Ramblers
Location: Rye
Meet Budgens car park, for departure at 9.45am and drive through Appledore and Appledore Heath to Park Wood picnic site (Grid 953317). Circular walk via Appledore Heath and Hornbrook. Bring picnic lunch. Approx. 6 miles. For further information contact Norma on 01797 226616.

Pond Dipping at Castle Water
Location: Rye
Bring the family to explore Castle Water, to find what wildlife lurks among the reeds. Pond nets and field guides will be supplied. Meet at Brede Lock car park. Time: 11am–1pm (2 miles). Donations appreciated. For further information contact 01797 227784.

Maritime Weekend
Location: Rye
Further details to follow.

Wednesday, 12th

Rye Farmers' Market
Location: Rye
Venue: The Strand Quay, Rye. Time: 10am - 1pm.For further information email info@ryemarket.org.uk

Hunt for the missing purse
Location: Rye
Take part in Marine Week by joining the great egg case hunt along the Rye Harbour shore. Meet at Lime Kiln Cottage Information Centre, Rye Harbour Nature Reserve. Time: 2–4pm (2 miles). For further information contact 01797 227784.

Friday, 14th

Live Music - Devils Daughter
Location: Rye
Devils Daughter play live music at the Ypres Castle Inn, Gun Gardens, Rye. Time: 21.30

Rye Country Market
Location: Rye
Local home grown produce, preserves, plants, cut flowers and crafts. Come for a coffee tto. Venue: Rye Community Centre, Conduit Hill. Time: 10.00am - 10.45am. Entrance free.

Saturday, 15th

Seashore Discovery
Location: Rye
Bring the family to discover the hidden treasures that are washed ashore on our beach, and hunt out creepy crawlies living in the saltmarsh. Meet at Rye Harbour car park. Time: 2–4pm (1 mile). Donations appreciated. For further information contact 01797 227784.

Wednesday, 19th

Rye Farmers' Market
Location: Rye
Venue: The Strand Quay, Rye. Time: 10am - 1pm.For further information email info@ryemarket.org.uk

Friday, 21st

Shakespeare in Winchelsea
Location: Winchelsea
A performance of “The Taming of the Shrew” in the garden of Cleveland House, Winchelsea, by the Rain ‘n’ Shine Theatre Company Friday, 21st August Bring a picnic (and chairs and bottles). £12 a head. £6 for under-16s. To book, call 225333 or e-mail will@winchelsea.net.

Saturday, 22nd

Open Gardens - The Ridge Winchelsea Beach
Location: Rye
2-5pm, half a dozen neighbours on the windswept reaches of Rye Bay – which nestles between Hastings and Rye Harbour - will open for viewing. Owners will be on hand to discuss their gardens. Strawberries and cream, home-made cakes and teas will be served in the gardens. A variety of stalls selling plants and items for house and garden, will also be sited along the beach road. The gardens are situated on the harsh coastal environment of one of the world’s unique landscapes – a shingle ridge which runs along the East Sussex/Kent coast as far as Dungeness and northern France. Visitors will also have the opportunity to learn more about the plants and wildlife, as the gardens are adjacent to Rye Harbour Nature Reserve. Visitors will also be able to view the Grade II listed Mary Stanford Lifeboat House – an iconic building which is probably the last remaining shore-launched lifeboat house in the country - and hear about plans for restoration. The Friends of the Mary Stanford Lifeboat House was launched a year ago to restore the building, and re-open it as a coastal classroom. All monies raised at the open gardens will be donated to this important restoration project. A picturesque path across the salt marsh, from the Mary Stanford on the beach, to the lifeguard cottages inland, which is normally closed, will be open for visitors for the day.

Rye Horse and Dog Show
Location: Rye
and Country Fair. Horse show commences at 8.30am. Venue: Salts Farm, East Guldeford, Rye. TN31 7PA. A fun day for all the family. For further information contact 01797 223810 (in office hours please). Proceds in aid of Rye Memorial Hospital.

Rye Flower and Vegetable Show
Location: Rye
Venue: Community Centre, Conduit Hill, Rye. Open to public after judging from 2pm

Postcards from the sea
Location: Rye
Come down to the beach, explore the strandline, and take home a postcard made from things you have found! Meet at Lime Kiln Cottage Information Centre, Rye Harbour Nature Reserve. Time: 10am–12noon (1 mile). Donations appreciated. For further information contact 01797 227784.

Sunday, 23rd

Rye Raft Race
Location: Rye
A variety of crazy craft will take to the River Rother in a bid to be first across the finishing line. There are six raft classes advertised in the Raft Race programme. Race starts at 2.30pm with rafts launching from 12.30pm. Fete at The Salts from 12 noon. Raft entries or stall bookings to 0845 833 2825.

Camber Castle Bug Hunt and Picnic
Location: Rye
A family picnic in Camber Castle will precede a hunt for freshwater wildlife, from frogs and newts to leeches in Castle Water. Meet at Brede Lock car park. Time: 12noon–3pm (2 miles). Donations appreciated. For further information contact 01797 227784.

Rye Ramblers
Location: Rye
Meet Budgens car park, for departure at 10am and drive to Peasmarsh. Park in spaces near Jempsons. Walk starts at 10.15 from the Cock Inn in Main Street, Peasmarsh. An easy level walk and suitable for hot sunny weather!.Bring picnic lunch. Approx. 4 miles. For further information contact Jan on 01797 230877.

Wednesday, 26th

Birds, Bats and Bugs
Location: Rye
An evening stroll to Ternery Pool followed by a closer look at some nocturnal creatures with the help of bat detectors. Meet at Rye Harbour car park. Time: 6.30pm–dusk (2 miles). Donations appreciated. For further information contact 01797 227784.

Rye Farmers' Market
Location: Rye
Venue: The Strand Quay, Rye. Time: 10am - 1pm.For further information email info@ryemarket.org.uk

Friday, 28th

Saturday, 29th

High Summer Hog Roast
Location: Winchelsea
Winchelsea Bonfire Boyes fund-raising. Delicious spit-roast crackling and delectable pork, sumptuous salads, and strawberries and cream, to the music of Sussex Brass. Saturday, 29th August. 7:00pm, New Hall and Cricket Field, Winchelsea. £13 a head. £7 for under-16s. To book, call 225333.

Treasure Hunt
Location: Rye
Follow a map with clues to test your brainpower around Rye Harbour Nature Reserve. Time:10am–12 noon (1 mile). Collect map and clues from Lime Kiln Cottage Information Centre, Rye Harbour Nature Reserve. Finish by 2pm, prizes for all completed forms handed in that day. £2 per child, accompanying adults free. For further information contact 01797 227784.

Sunday, 30th

Beach Beasties
Location: Rye
Bring the family and use shrimp nets to hunt for creatures that live in the water at Rye Harbour. Please wear suitable footwear for paddling/wading in the sea. Meet at Lime Kiln Cottage Information Centre, Rye Harbour Nature Reserve. Time: 1–3pm (1 mile). Donations appreciated. For further information contact 01797 227784.

Fun Day
Location: Winchelsea Beach
The Annual Fun Day at Winchelsea Beach takes place from 12.00 noon with lots of fun and games with a traditional fete feel. Children's Fancy Dress (costumes must be home made) and a Scruffs competion for dogs. BBQ and drinks stall, cream teas and more. All proceeds to Friends of the Mary Stanford Lifeboat House and the Community Hall

September 2009

Wednesday, 2nd

Rye Farmers' Market
Location: Rye
Venue: The Strand Quay, Rye. Time: 10am - 1pm.For further information email info@ryemarket.org.uk

Friday, 4th

Saturday, 5th

Pebbles, Pebbles Everywhere
Location: Rye
Rye Harbour is a land of stones, but every one is different! Create some artwork from pebbles found on the beach. Meet at Lime Kiln Cottage Information Centre, Rye Harbour Nature Reserve. Time: 2–3.30pm (1 mile). Wheelchair accessible. Donations appreciated. For further information contact 01797 227784.

Sunday, 6th

Rye Ramblers
Location: Rye
Meet Budgens car park, for departure at 10am. Drive to Guestling and park outside Guestling School on A259. Depart 10.15 for circular walk via Three Oaks and Guestling Wood. Bring picnic lunch. Approx. 5 miles. For further information contact Jakki on 01797 230961.

"Westside Story" history walk
Location: Winchelsea
Conducted by the Winchelsea Archaeological Society Explore the lost remains of the western defences and suburbs of the medieval town in a walk along the western slopes of Iham Hill, from the New Gate to St Leonards Marsh, along the lost streets and past the sites of the missing town gate. £5 a head. Guidebook included. Tour starts at 2:30pm. To book, call 225333 or e-mail tours@winchelsea.net.

Wednesday, 9th

Rye Farmers' Market
Location: Rye
Venue: The Strand Quay, Rye. Time: 10am - 1pm.For further information email info@ryemarket.org.uk

Friday, 11th

Live Music - Electric Experience
Location: Rye
Electric Experience play live music at the Ypres Castle Inn, Gun Gardens, Rye. Time: 21.30

Saturday, 12th

"Hidden Winchelsea" history walk
Location: Winchelsea
Conducted by the Winchelsea Archaeological Society The layouts of lost medieval buildings, as revealed by recent archaeology, will be outlined on the ground. Visitors will be walked through the chambers of the buildings by a guide, who will explain their architecture and use, set against the background of the town’s history. A unique opportunity to discover what is hidden below the ground in the fields and lawns of Winchelsea. The tour includes the Church, Blackfriars monastery, Blackfriars Barn and Greyfriars monastery. £5 a head. Guidebook included. Tours start at 11:00am and 2:30pm. To book, call 225333 or e-mail tours@winchelsea.net.

Narrative Arcs
Location: Rye
(30 day event)
Dave McKean's work celebrates the atmosphere and landscape of Rye, and Brigitte Evill's sculpture expressing fleeting moments at Rye Art Gallery, High Street, Rye. For further information contact 01797 222433.

Rye Arts Festival
Location: Rye
(16 day event)
Rye Art Festival was founded in 1972 and continues to be an event not to be missed. In addition to the usual varied and interesting programme there will be series of open studios, exhibitions and performances. Further details to follow.

Sunday, 13th

Rye Festival Camber Castle Circular Walk
Location: Rye
Visit Henry VIII’s Castle and see the wildlife of Castle Water. Meet at Brede Lock car park. Time:10.00am–1pm. Book with Rye Festival www.ryefestival.co.uk

Rye Festival Camber Castle Circular Walk
Location: Rye
Visit Henry VIII’s Castle and see the wildlife of Castle Water. Meet at Brede Lock car park on the Rye Harbour Road. Time: 10.00am–1pm. Book through Rye Arts Festival - www.ryefestival.co.uk

Wednesday, 16th

Rye Farmers' Market
Location: Rye
Venue: The Strand Quay, Rye. Time: 10am - 1pm.For further information email info@ryemarket.org.uk

Friday, 18th

Ivon Hitchens
Location: Rye
Pictures to be listened to - An illustrated talk by Peter Khoroche about the life and work of Ivon Hitchens. Venue: Methodist Church, Rye. Time: 3.00pm. Tickets from Rye Festival booking sales office - www.ryefestival.co.uk

Saturday, 19th

Grease Tribute and Show Act and Disco
Location: Rye
A four course dinner at the Riverhaven Restaurant Tickets: £26.50 per person. For further information contact and booking 01797 227982.

Sunday, 20th

Autumn Migration on the Beach Reserve
Location: Rye
There should be movements of seabirds, coasting passerines, waders refuelling on the pools and perhaps some raptors. Meet at Rye Harbour car park. Time: 9am–12noon (3 miles). Donations appreciated. For further information contact 01797 227784.

Rye Ramblers
Location: Rye
Meet Budgens car park, for departure at 10am drive to Flackley Ash, Peasmarsh (Grid 879234). Leave 10.30 for circular walk via Bixley Wood, Flatropers Wood and High Weald Trail. Bring picnic lunch. Approx. 6 miles. For further information contact Linda on 01797 224161.

Tuesday, 22nd

Persistence of Vision
Location: Rye
In conjuction with the show 'Narrative Arcs' (12 September - 11 October, 2009) at the Rye Art Gallery, Dave McKean will be giving an illustrated talk at the Methodist Church, Rye. Time: 7.30pm. Tickets £10.

Wednesday, 23rd

Rye Farmers' Market
Location: Rye
Venue: The Strand Quay, Rye. Time: 10am - 1pm.For further information email info@ryemarket.org.uk

Friday, 25th

Sunday, 27th

Wurlitzer Theatre Organ Concert
Location: Rye
RYE WURLITZER GALA DAY 8.30am to 10am Masterclass Tuition on the Rye Wurlitzer with Len Rawle. Five pounds per person. 11am to 12.15pm SONGS OF PRAISE featuring Community Hymn Singing on the Rye Wurlitzer with Len Rawle supported by a mass choir led by Lois Benton. Admission FREE with Retiring Charity Silver Collection 2.30pm GALA CONCERT with Len Rawle on the Rye Wurlitzer along with the BRIGHTON & HOVE CITY BRASS with a special finale. Tickets Seven Pounds to include interval refreshments. All taking place at Rye College, Love Lane, Rye. For more information contact Richard Moore (01424) 444058 or email r.fm@btopenworld.com

Wednesday, 30th

Rye Farmers' Market
Location: Rye
Venue: The Strand Quay, Rye. Time: 10am - 1pm.For further information email info@ryemarket.org.uk

October 2009

Friday, 2nd

Saturday, 3rd

Autumn Migration Watch
Location: Rye
Join birders across the globe on world Birdwatch Day 2009 in a search for warblers in the bushes, waders on the islands and wagtails overhead. Meet at Brede Lock car park. Time: 9am–12noon. (3 miles). Donations appreciated. For further information contact 01797 227784.

Sunday, 4th

Car Treasure Hunt
Location: Rye
Car Treasure Hunt - in the local area - find places you have not visited before for a afternoon of fun. Coffee stop included in the trail. Starts at the green opposite Rye Memorial Care Centre, Playden. Finish at Playden Oasts. Time: 2.45 for 3pm start. Tickets: £5 car and 2 people, £2 for each extra passenger. Proceeds in aid of Friends of Playden Church. For further information contact 01797 223040.

Wednesday, 7th

Rye Farmers' Market
Location: Rye
Venue: The Strand Quay, Rye. Time: 10am - 1pm.For further information email info@ryemarket.org.uk

Friday, 9th

‘Taste of Rye’ English Baking Course
Location: Rye
Discover the joys of English baking. This is a one day baking course with the Lighthouse Bakery School at the Ship Inn, Strand Quay, Rye. £225pp including 1 night's stay and a three course evening meal, based on two sharing. Call for details 01797 222233 - email: karen@theshipinnrye.co.uk

Tuscan Kitchen - ‘Menu di Tartufo Bianco’
Location: Rye
Local produce with Italian style! A truffle based menu, a fabulous experience for your nose and mouth! Tickets: £45.00. Telephone to reserve a table -01797 223269,8 Lion Street, Rye, TN31 7LB.

Taste of Rye Weekend
Location: Rye
A two night break for two people with a special five course 'Taste of Rye' dinner from £215 to £315. The menu uses all local and seasonal ingredients and includes: Lighthouse Bakery School Breads, Smoked meats from VJ Game, Organic meat from Food Fore Thought, Local vegetables, fruit,Rye Bay fish and Bestbeir dairy Sussex Cheese. A full Sussex breakfast is included on both days. For further details contact The Strand House, Winchelsea - 01797 226276 or email info@thestrandhouse.co.uk

Taste of Rye 2009 Ten Course Taster Menu
Location: Rye
Tickets: £30 per person. Time: 7.00pm. Venue: The Fish Cafe, Tower Street, Rye TN31 7AT. To book contact 01797 222210 - email info@thefishcafe.com

A Taste Of Rye
Location: Rye
(10 day event)
A town-wide celebration of Rye's best produce with events and special festival menus at restaurants, hotels and bars across the town. There will be a special farmers' market with cooking demonstrations and tastings. All making an unmissable celebration of local produce. For further details contact lorna@tasteofrye.org.uk

Saturday, 10th

Special Taste of Rye Market
Location: Rye
For an opportunity to sample and buy the best of Rye’s local produce you must call in at the special Taste of Rye Produce Market. The list of goodies for sale is endless and includes jams, chutneys, and homemade cakes and sweets. On the savoury side there will be local game, sausages, meat pies and bacon and great dairy produce. Many of the stalls will be offering free samples and there will be live music playing through the day. This Little Piggy Went to Market - Lee Merlin from the Smallholding will also be bringing one of her own pigs along for the day (safely tucked up in a straw filled trailer)! Time: 10am - 3pm. Venue: Rear of Cinque Ports Hotel, adjoining the main car park by train station - for further information contact 01797 280282 or Email: info@ryemarket.org.uk

Rye Bay Fish - Try Before You Buy
Location: Rye
If you’ve never tried a dab, gurnard, mackerel or Rye Bay plaice (fish will dependent on the weather) then this is a great opportunity to sample these sustainable fish cooked by Tony and his colleagues. You don’t have to buy, just come along to the quay to try some of the healthiest and freshest ingredients Rye has to offer. Time: 11am - 2pm. Venue: Simmons Quay. For further information contact: 01797 222377.

Rye Produce Market
Location: Rye
Rye Produce Market is held in the car park at the rear of the Cinque Ports Arms, Cinque Ports Steet, Rye. Times: 10am - 3pm. For further information email info@ryemarket.org.uk

RNLI - Late Summer Ball
Location: Rye
RNLI - Rye Harbour will host their annual Late Summer Ball at the River Haven Hotel, Rye. Time: 7pm. (tickets available in advance at £25 each - tel: 01797 223631).

Gourmet Taste of Rye Dinner and Wine
Location: Rye
A four course meal featuring local produce will be served with wine included for £35 at the Ypres Castle Inn. Booking essential. Call for details and to make a reservation - 01797 223248 Email info@yprescastleinn.co.uk

Sunday, 11th

Shrimping at Rye Harbour
Location: Rye
The tidal shallows are murky, but full of life. Bring the family to catch shrimps, flatfish and crabs. Please wear suitable clothing and footwear for paddling/wading in the sea. Meet at Lime Kiln Cottage Information Centre, Rye Harbour Nature Reserve. Time: 10am–12noon. Donations appreciated. For further information contact 01797 227784.

Monday, 12th

Quiz Night/Fish and Chip Supper
Location: Rye
Venue: Playden WI Hall. Raffle. Proceeds in aid of Friends of Playden Church. For further information contact 01797 223040.

Two Night Cookery Escape
Location: Rye
(2 day event)
The Place at the Beach,New Lydd Road, Camber. Working with local ingredients students will be under the watchful eye of Austin Gould the head chef at The Place. Arrive at the hotel on Day 1 and maybe take time to stroll along the famous Camber Sands. To get in the mood you will be treated to a 5 course tasting menu in the brasserie that evening which will showcase some of the fantastic treats that can be found a stone's throw from the hotel such as Rye Bay fish caught by the day boats from Rye. Day 2 is all about sharpening your cooking skills as you prepare a gourmet meal for that evening. There will also be a selection of local wines, beers and ciders to accompany the food. Midweek 2 night escape £196 per person (based on two sharing a double or twin room). Call 01797 225057 for further details and to book. Email: enquiries@theplaceatthebeach.co.uk

Local Wineries Tour
Location: Rye
A one day tour of local vineyarda and wineries - Biddenden, Chapel Down and Sedlescombe… discover for yourself why everyone’s talking about English wines these days. Tickets: £150 per person or £190 per person including 1 night stay (based on 2 sharing). Telephone for details the Ship Inn, Strand Quay, Rye 01797 222233 - email: karen@theshipinnrye.co.uk

Webbe’s Cookery School – Autumn Cooking
Location: Rye
A wonderful opportunity to prepare and cook a specially designed lunch menu in our commercial kitchen,using the best local produce. The day is informal and fun and finishes with you enjoying the fabulous lunch that you have created. Tickets £75.00 per person. Venue: The Fish Cafe, Tower Street, Rye TN31 7AT. To book contact 01797 222210 - email info@thefishcafe.com

Tuesday, 13th

Webbe’s Cookery School – Autumn Cooking
Location: Rye
Due to popular demand the Autumn School will be repeated today. A wonderful opportunity to prepare and cook a specially designed lunch menu in our commercial kitchen,using the best local produce. The day is informal and fun and finishes with you enjoying the fabulous lunch that you have created. Tickets £75.00 per person. Venue: The Fish Cafe, Tower Street, Rye TN31 7AT. To book contact 01797 222210 - email info@thefishcafe.com

Wednesday, 14th

Councillors for Cash Evening
Location: Rye
If you want a real Taste of Rye life call in at The Standard Inn in The Mint tonight to see an assortment of Rye’s enthusiastic Town Councillors ‘giving cash to the community’! Every tip to a Rye Town Councillor serving for free behind the Standard bar will go straight to a local charity and so will 10% of the evening’s takings. Enjoy the special bar snacks featuring local produce whilst you support Rye Community Transport and ARRCC (a local respite centre). The Standard are also offering 10% off any bottle of wine bought with a meal throughout the festival. For further information contact 01797 225996 email: info@standardinn.co.uk

Special Rye Farmer’s Market
Location: Rye
This Wednesday the regular farmers market will have special offers and free tasting as part of Taste of Rye Time: 10am - 1pm. Venue: Strand Quay, Rye - for further information contact 01797 280226 or Email: info@ryemarket.org.uk

Taste of Rye’ Rye Bread Baking Course
Location: Rye
A one day course with the Lighthouse Bakery School exploring the amazing range of breads made with Rye flour which can differ from the deep, dark and dense of a German style Rye sour to the light tang of a New York Deli style Rye. Tickets: £220pp including 1 nights stay and a 3 course evening meal. (Based on 2 sharing). Telephone for details the Ship Inn, Strand Quay, Rye 01797 222233 - email: karen@theshipinnrye.co.uk

Rye Farmers' Market
Location: Rye
Venue: The Strand Quay, Rye. Time: 10am - 1pm.For further information email info@ryemarket.org.uk

Thursday, 15th

Foraging Experience
Location: Rye
Foraging Experience - an afternoon foraging in East Sussex with a local foraging expert. Back to the Ship Inn and have your haul knocked up into something delicious for dinner Tickets: £165pp including 1 nights stay. (Based on 2 sharing). Telephone for details the Ship Inn, Strand Quay, Rye 01797 222233 - email: karen@theshipinnrye.co.uk

Gourmet Taste of Rye Dinner
Location: Rye
This year the George in Rye is presenting a five course gourmet Dinner in partnership with Chapel Down Vineyard. Showcasing the best of local and seasonal produce with a selection of matched wines from Chapel Down Vineyards. Dishes will include specialities from the area such as Romney Marsh lamb and fresh fish from Rye Bay as well as some delicious desserts and cheeses from Kent and Sussex. Time: 7.30pm. Call for details and to make a reservation - 01797 222114 - email stay@thegeorgeinrye.com

Friday, 16th

The Ship Inn - Local Cider Festival
Location: Rye
(3 day event)
Running over three days make time to call in and taste any of the 5 different local ciders on offer and enjoy a Roast Suckling Pig Butty. Telephone for details the Ship Inn, Strand Quay, Rye 01797 222233 - email: karen@theshipinnrye.co.uk

Tuscan Kitchen - ‘Strado del Vino'
Location: Rye
Path of Tuscany menu A Taste of Rye with Italian flair. A special menu that will be an unforgettable memory of the Tuscan Kitchen. Tickets: £50. Telephone to reserve a table - 01797 223269, 8 Lion Street, Rye, TN31 7LB.

Saturday, 17th

Winter Lecture – Working for Water Voles and Otter
Location: Rye
An illustrated talk by Fran Southgate organised by the Friends of Rye Harbour Nature Reserve. Winchelsea Beach Community Centre. Time: 2.30pm. Open to all. Donations appreciated.

Tuscan Kitchen - ‘Strado del Vino'
Location: Rye
Path of Tuscany menu 'A Taste of Rye' with Italian flair. A special menu that will be an unforgettable memory of the Tuscan Kitchen. Tickets: £50. Telephone to reserve a table - 01797 223269, 8 Lion Street, Rye, TN31 7LB.

Cookery Demonstration and Luncheon
Location: Rye
Pick up some tips and ideas, then enjoy a lovely luncheon at the Fish Cafe. Time: 11.30am. Tickets: £25 per person which includes arrival cocktail. Booking essential. Venue: The Fish Cafe, Tower Street, Rye TN31 7AT. To book contact 01797 222210 - email info@thefishcafe.com

Murder at the Tea Room - Wonderland Revisted
Location: Rye
(30 day event)
Richard Adams and Edwina Bridgeman at Rye Art Gallery, High Street, Rye. For further information contact 01797 222433.

Sunday, 18th

Rotary/Rye Wheelers Charity Run
Location: Rye
Further details to follow.

Wurlitzer Theatre Organ Concert
Location: Rye
The UK's No.1 Organist/Entertainer returns to Rye for the 19th Consecutive Year with a popular Concert of Music & Mirth on the Historic Rye Wurlitzer & Piano. Tickets to include interval refreshments seven pounds Children Under 16 FREE with ticket paying adult. Rye College, Love Lane, Rye. For more information contact Richard Moore (01424) 444058 or email r.fm@btopenworld.com

Wednesday, 21st

Rye Farmers' Market
Location: Rye
Venue: The Strand Quay, Rye. Time: 10am - 1pm.For further information email info@ryemarket.org.uk

Friday, 23rd

Saturday, 24th

Coffee Morning
Location: Rye
Coffee Morning at the Butter Market, Rye Town Hall. Time: 9.30am to 12.30pm. Proceeds for RNLI – Rye Harbour. All welcome. Come and get your Lifeboat Christmas Cards as well as having a drink and meet with the Fundraising Team and old friends.

Sunday, 25th

The Big Draw
Location: Rye
Join this national event by helping to create an artwork based on the Reserve’s wildlife. Drop in at Lime Kiln Cottage Information Centre, Rye Harbour Nature Reserve between 10am and 3pm. For further information contact 01797 227784.

Wednesday, 28th

Rye Farmers' Market
Location: Rye
Venue: The Strand Quay, Rye. Time: 10am - 1pm.For further information email info@ryemarket.org.uk

Friday, 30th

Saturday, 31st

Camber Castle Exploration
Location: Rye
Explore the Castle, the birdwatching hide and the Castle Water wetland for early winter wildlife. Meet at Brede Lock car park. Time: 1–4pm (2 miles). Donations appreciated. For further information contact 01797 227784.

Halloween Hot Buffet and Disco
Location: Rye
At the Riverhaven Restaurant, Rye. A bottle of Champagne for the best dressed person. Tickets: £9.50 per person. For further information contact and booking 01797 227982.

November 2009

Sunday, 1st

Feed the Birds Day
Location: Rye
Make tasty treats to help your garden birds get through the winter months. Just drop into Lime Kiln Cottage Information Centre, Rye Harbour Nature Reserve between 10.30am and 3pm. For further information contact 01797 227784.

Wednesday, 4th

Rye Farmers' Market
Location: Rye
Venue: The Strand Quay, Rye. Time: 10am - 12 noon.For further information email info@ryemarket.org.uk

Friday, 6th

Wednesday, 11th

Rye Farmers' Market
Location: Rye
Venue: The Strand Quay, Rye. Time: 10am - 12 noon.For further information email info@ryemarket.org.uk

Friday, 13th

Saturday, 14th

Rye Secondhand and Rare Book Fairs
Location: Rye
The Rye Book Fair (Autumn). Thirty dealer will be offering books, ephemera and prints to suit every pocket. A bookbinder will be on hand to advise on book repairs of those special volumes. Venue: Rye College, The Grove, Rye TN31 7NQ. Time: 10am - 4pm. Ample parking. Admission: Free. Refreshments provided in the hall. For further information contact Tony Mulholland - 01797 260240 or 07958 478 574 - email: mulholland@aol.com

Rye Bonfire
Location: Rye
Further details to follow.

Sunday, 15th

Winter Birds at the Beach Reserve
Location: Rye
A chance to get to grips with a good variety of winter visitors: wildfowl, waders, finches and raptors. Meet at Rye Harbour car park. Time: 10.30am – 1pm (3 miles). Donations appreciated. For further information contact 01797 227784.

Wurlitzer Theatre Organ Concert
Location: Rye
Special DOUBLE BILL Concert with the highly talented duo David Warner & Robert Gurney performing on the Historic Rye Wurlitzer & Piano. Tickets to include interval refreshments seven pounds Children Under 16 FREE with ticket paying adult. Rye College, Love Lane, Rye. For more information contact Richard Moore (01424) 444058 or email r.fm@btopenworld.com

Wednesday, 18th

Rye Farmers' Market
Location: Rye
Venue: The Strand Quay, Rye. Time: 10am - 12 noon.For further information email info@ryemarket.org.uk

Friday, 20th

Live Music - Devils Daughter
Location: Rye
Devils Daughter play live music at the Ypres Castle Inn, Gun Gardens, Rye. Time: 21.30

Saturday, 21st

Sugar-plums and Holly Dancers
Location: Rye
(31 day event)
is the theme for the Christmas Show offering a wonderful range of work from talented artists and craftspersons at Rye Art Gallery, High Street, Rye. For further information contact 01797 222433.

Winter Lecture – The Flora of the Tien Shan
Location: Rye
An illustrated talk by Brenda Holcombe organised by the Friends of Rye Harbour Nature Reserve. Venue: Winchelsea Beach Community Centre. 2.30pm. Open to all. Donations appreciated.

RNLI - Christmas Coffee Morning
Location: Rye Harbour
RNLI – Rye Harbour Christmas Coffee Morning at Rye Harbour Sailing Club. Time: 10am to 2pm (opposite the Lifeboat Station). All Welcome - get your Lifeboat Christmas cards and presents.

Wednesday, 25th

Rye Farmers' Market
Location: Rye
Venue: The Strand Quay, Rye. Time: 10am - 12 noon.For further information email info@ryemarket.org.uk

Friday, 27th

December 2009

Wednesday, 2nd

Rye Farmers' Market
Location: Rye
Venue: The Strand Quay, Rye. Time: 10am - 12 noon.For further information email info@ryemarket.org.uk

Friday, 4th

Carvery and Disco
Location: Rye
A four course carvery and party night at the Riverhaven Restaurant, Rye. Tickets: £22.50 per person. For further information contact and booking 01797 227982.

Saturday, 5th

Festive Beach Cle Up - Rye Harbour
Location: Rye
A pre-Christmas clean-up of rubbish washed up along the beach by the autumn’s storms, plus the chance to see many wintering birds. Your efforts will be rewarded with hot soup at Lime Kiln Cottage afterwards. Bring work gloves if you have them. Meet at Rye Harbour car park at 10.30am; soup and mince pies at approx 1pm.

Top Drag Queen Tiffaney Wells and Disco
Location: Rye
A four course with entertainment at the Riverhaven Restaurant, Rye. Tickets: £26.50 per person. For further information contact and booking 01797 227982.

Rye Christmas Festival Opening Night
Location: Rye
A procession and fireworks to mark the opening of the Christmas Festival which runs through December. Further details to follow.

Sunday, 6th

Wurlitzer Theatre Organ Concert
Location: Rye
Special Christmas Concert with David Ivory - resident organist at the Cotton Collection in Suffolk. Performing a festive collection of songs and carols on the Rye Wurlitzer Theatre Organ Tickets to include interval refreshments seven pounds Children Under 16 FREE with ticket paying adult. Rye College, Love Lane, Rye. For more information contact Richard Moore (01424) 444058 or email r.fm@btopenworld.com

Wednesday, 9th

Rye Farmers' Market
Location: Rye
Venue: The Strand Quay, Rye. Time: 10am - 12 noon.For further information email info@ryemarket.org.uk

Friday, 11th

Carvery and Disco
Location: Rye
A four course carvery and party night at the Riverhaven Restaurant, Rye. Tickets: £22.50 per person. For further information contact and booking 01797 227982.

Saturday, 12th

Roy Stone Soul and Motown Tribute Act
Location: Rye
Simply Red backing singer for six years at the Riverhaven Restaurant, Rye. Four course dinner. Tickets: £26.50 per person. For further information contact and booking 01797 227982.

Wednesday, 16th

Rye Farmers' Market
Location: Rye
Venue: The Strand Quay, Rye. Time: 10am - 12 noon.For further information email info@ryemarket.org.uk

Thursday, 17th

Abba Tribute Night 70' 80' Disco
Location: Rye
at the Riverhaven Restaurant, Rye. Four course dinner. Tickets: £25.00 per person. For further information contact and booking 01797 227982.

Friday, 18th

Blues Brothers Tribute and Disco
Location: Rye
at the Riverhaven Restaurant, Rye. Four course dinner. Tickets: £26.50 per person. For further information contact and booking 01797 227982.

Live Music - Electric Experience
Location: Rye
Electric Experience play live music at the Ypres Castle Inn, Gun Gardens, Rye. Time: 21.30

Saturday, 19th

The Groove Tour from London
Location: Rye
A top London - funky, soul,and blues band at the Riverhaven Restaurant, Rye. Four course dinner. Tickets: £25.00 per person. For further information contact and booking 01797 227982.

Sunday, 20th

Freddie Mercury Tribute and Disco
Location: Rye
Garry Goodmaze - voted Europe's No 1 Tribute Act at the Riverhaven Restaurant, Rye. Four course dinner. Tickets: £26.50 per person. For further information contact and booking 01797 227982.

Sugar-plums and Holly Dancers
Location: Rye
(20 day event)
is the theme for the Christmas Show offering a wonderful range of work from talented artists and craftspersons at Rye Art Gallery, High Street, Rye. For further information contact 01797 222433.

Wednesday, 23rd

Rye Farmers' Market
Location: Rye
Venue: The Strand Quay, Rye. Time: 10am - 12 noon.For further information email info@ryemarket.org.uk

Saturday, 26th

Ancient Winchelsea Street Game
Location: Winchelsea
Mayhem and madness. A medieval tradition? Three teams, one goal, no rules. Get the Frenchman’s Head into the goal. Blow away the Christmas cobwebs. All welcome to play --- at your own risk. Boxing Day. 11:00am, Castle Street, Winchelsea

Wednesday, 30th

Rye Farmers' Market
Location: Rye
Venue: The Strand Quay, Rye. Time: 10am - 12 noon.For further information email info@ryemarket.org.uk

Thursday, 31st

New Year's Eve
Location: Rye
Hot Buffet from around the world and a disco at the Riverhaven Restaurant, Rye. Fireworks. Tickets: £35.00 per person. For further information contact and booking 01797 227982.

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