The Railway had reached Ashford, just 18 miles away by 1843. The line to Rye was soon commenced and a great iron swing bridge was constructed over the Rother.
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The Gateway To Rye
First impressions are most important. For tourists parking in the Gibbet Marsh Car Park this is their first view of Rye. The Church can be made out in the distance but what about that gate? Continue reading The Gateway To Rye
Residual Railway Land at Rye
Residual Railway Land at Rye
At the recent meeting of the Marshlink Partnership it was revealed that a sections of Railway land on both sides of the line between the Tillingham and the Ferry Road Crossing are being considered for railway or integrated transport uses. Continue reading Residual Railway Land at Rye