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Ypres Tower (Rye Castle) – Wittersham Road Tree Tunnel loop from Benenden

Ypres Tower (Rye Castle) – Wittersham Road Tree Tunnel loop from Benenden

Moderate

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Ypres Tower (Rye Castle) – Wittersham Road Tree Tunnel loop from Benenden

03:25

69.6km

630m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 22, 2026

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Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 46.7 km for 237 m

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Beckley All Saints Church

Highlight • Historical Site

Beautiful old church with ditto cemetery. Typically English character.

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Blackland Wood

Forest

17.0 km

Burnthouse Wood

Forest

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Winchelsea High Road and Town Gate

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

This winding and hilly old access road to and from Winchelsea is characterized by its beautiful views, beautiful old trees and town gate. It is one of the most beautiful roads in the region and a must-see for every cyclist!

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38.5 km

Rye Harbour Nature Reserve Cycle Path

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Flat, quiet roads that are a pleasure to cycle on. It can be windy, but the wildlife and the views are totally worth it. If you have time to stop at the modern visitors center then I'd highly recommend it.

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46.6 km

Mermaid Street and the Mermaid Inn, Rye

Highlight • Historical Site

The Mermaid Inn is one of England's oldest inns. The sign says that it was rebuilt in 1420. The oldest part of the building is the cellars, cut from rock, …

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46.8 km

Ypres Tower (Rye Castle)

Highlight • Castle

The Ypres Tower was built in the 13th century on the behest of Henry III to protect against the French, with whom England were then at war with. The tower, which is Grade I-listed, houses a museum.

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