Rye to Hastings 13 miles
A brisk walk through a wonderful section of the Kent Coast, following parts of the Saxon Shore Way.
Thus- described by walk leader Margaret Wasdell.
An early start from Charing Cross we took the Hastings train then changed to a local network train to Rye. We walked through the picturesque village of Rye, and downhill across a small bridge over a river at Brede; then up a steep hill, catching a glimpse of the sea as we walked towards an ancient village called Winchelsea.
There we had a picnic under the sun in the churchyard of St Thomas the Martyr; incidentally, Spike Milligan was buried there.
After half an hour lunch we walked on and over some fields towards a 16th-century castle built by Henry the V111.
We then followed a path alongside the Royal Military Canal & walked briskly for 30- 40 minutes. Then arriving at an open road towards the seafront of Pett Level & further on until approaching The Fairlight National Trust Reserve.
PETT LEVEL SEAFRONT
Did I mention the steep ascents and descents into Hastings?
Up and down and Up, and—Down, and ….
You get the picture I’m sure!
It was an invigorating walk and well worth the effort to get there.
It’s worth joining up with a walking group as they have experienced guides which without I would have given up. I’m not much of a map reader, but eventually, as I get out more I will start to learn
Until next time.
Enjoy the views
Julie
I am now subscribed to Ican’texplainmyfeet. and have enjoyed reading them all.
The writing is done in a light an airy way. Not too much ado about nothing but in a tempting way that might encourage others to try the walks.Pointing out titbits all along the routes.
The pictures picked out the vast hills and dales and made it even more inspiring.
Hopefully, one day I might go there and see it for myself.
Well done Julie!
beautiful pics! sounds like a great day out.