Condition Standing Year built 1249 | Open tothe public Yes In use 1249- Phone +44 1797 226728 | |
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Castles rye castle ypres tower the woman s tower story
Rye Castle, also known as Ypres Tower, was built in 1249, and is situated in Rye, East Sussex, England. It was Henry III who gave permission for the castle to be built as part of the defense against the frequent raids by the French. At the time, the coast was under constant threat from the French, who were warring with England.
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- Castles rye castle ypres tower the woman s tower story
- Rye castle east sussex pt 2 ypres tower edited
- Rye Castle Museum
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As one of the cinque ports towns, Rye was given privileges in exchange for its support, and the defensive structure of Ypres Tower provided this support.
Rye castle east sussex pt 2 ypres tower edited
Rye Castle Museum
Ypres Tower is one of two sites of Rye Castle Museum and is a grade I listed building. Exhibits in the tower include locally-made medieval pottery, an embroidery depicting many aspects of Rye life and history, medieval artifacts, activities and town maps.
The East Street Site, a former brewer's bottling factory, is the main exhibit area for the Rye Castle Museum. Opened in 1999, the local history exhibits include fire fighting equipment, trade changes caused by the sea's retreat, maritime history and shipbuilding, antique toys and games, photos, town seals, and archaeological artifacts.