Camber Sands
The only dune beach in East Sussex. Its golden sand stretches for about 3 km and becomes very wide at low tide. It has been a filming location for several movies.
Camber Sands lies about 5 km east of Rye. Behind its roughly 3 km of golden sand are dunes covered in marram grass, a rare sight on England's south-east coast, where most beaches are shingle. At low tide the beach is hundreds of meters wide, ideal for walking, flying kites and kitesurfing. It has also served as a desert setting for several films. Lifeguards are on duty in summer, but the tide rises fast and rip currents are dangerous, so swim only within the lifeguarded area. From Rye, take the No. 100 bus for about 15 minutes, or ride along the cycle path. Car parks fill up early in peak season.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Rye Harbour Nature Reserve
- Camber Castle
- Rye Castle (Ypres Tower)
- Landgate
- St Mary's Church, Rye
- Lamb House
- Mermaid Street
- Winchelsea