Rye Festival of The Sea is set to return on September 11, bringing all the fun maritime traditions of the festival to you once again. This includes the legendary raft race, adrenaline-fuelled tug of war, beloved dog show and a festival market. See you there RyeRotary

We're very aware of the environmental impact our festival could have. As always, we want to make sure our festival is fun but avoids any pollution to the river and surrounding area! Please head to ryefestivalofthesea.co.uk/environmental-… for a list of changes made to keep our festival green!

There's not long now until our festival returns after two years off - and we couldn't be more excited! Our committee are meeting for one last time this month before the big day! Want to get involved in this years festival? Don't wait! Head to ryefestivalofthesea.co.uk today!

Have you got what it takes to take home the trophy? Our raft race returns September the 11th and we need YOU! Time is running out to enter your rafts, so gather a team, get building and head to ryefestivalofthesea.co.uk/whats-on/raft-… to enter! We can’t wait to see you there! 📸 from Debbie Ham

There's still time to join in on our Tug of War event! Gather a team and show off your strength to take home the title! Head to ryefestivalofthesea.co.uk/whats-on/tug-o… to enter!

URGENT CALL FOR TUG OF WAR ENTRANTS! Our festival returns on September 11th and we need you to take place in our tug of war! This fun event is all about taking home the title and is great for groups of friends, businesses and more! Please visit ryefestivalofthesea.co.uk/whats-on/tug-o… to enter!

It's almost time for our festival to return! As always, we've got lots on in lots of different areas - so be sure to make a note of these important times! We can't wait to see you all 🌊

This year, we're extra grateful for the support of our lovely sponsors. After 2 long years off due to the pandemic, it has not been easy. But thanks to the kind generosity of local businesses and companies, we're back with a bang!Thank you to everyone who has sponsored this year!

Do you have what it takes to take home the trophy at this years raft race? So far we have The Mermaid Inn, Jempson Haulage, The Rye Retreat and Skinners of Rye taking part in this years raft race! Head to ryefestivalofthesea.co.uk/whats-on/raft-… to enter and take them on!

The countdown is on! There's still time to get a team together and get your raft on the water! After two years off, our raft race returns on September the 11th and we need YOU! Visit ryefestivalofthesea.co.uk/whats-on/raft-… to enter your team today! 📸 from Justin Lycett @Visit1066

Support small and local businesses with our festival market this year! Our festival market returns September the 11th with some unique and quirky stallholders for you to enjoy! Find out more by visiting ryefestivalofthesea.co.uk/whats-on/stall…

There's not long now until our festival returns and we can't wait to be back with a splash! Our festival is completely FREE to enter, so whether you want to browse some stalls or watch the festival-favourite Raft Race, you can! RSVP to our event right here fb.me/e/1pHM3MBsD

Our festival dog show returns this year... so bring your furry friends along! This year we have two classes in our Dog Show – Waggiest Young Salty Sea Dog (for dogs under 8 years), and Best Veteran Jack Tar (for dogs over 8 years)! Find out more info here ryefestivalofthesea.co.uk/whats-on/dog-s…

Need some Monday Motivation? Our Tug Of War event is almost here! Grab a team together and show off your muscles at this year's festival to try and take home the title! Do you have what it takes? We're accepting last-minute entries - head to ryefestivalofthesea.co.uk/whats-on/tug-o… 📸Tony Ham

It's official.... Rye Bay Fitness are in this years Tug Of War! Do you have what it takes to face them? 💪🏻 Our Tug of War event is for everyone! Mixed sex teams, friend groups, businesses and more - we need you! Head to ryefestivalofthesea.co.uk/whats-on/tug-o… to enter! Hurry! Time is running out!

Our festival is THIS SUNDAY and we couldn't be more excited... it's been far too long! Head to our Facebook for some handy links for the big day! @Visit1066

Not long to go now! Our festival returns this Sunday and there's plenty for you to enjoy! Here are some important timings for the big day! We can't wait to see you all! @Visit1066 Rye News A RYE GOOD TIME visitrye

The Rye Festival of The Sea committee join the millions in mourning the passing of Queen Elizabeth II, with our thoughts and deepest sympathies for her loved ones. May she rest in peace and always be remembered.

Following the news of Queen Elizabeth II's passing, we are not going ahead with our festival this Sunday. Please read our full statement attached.

It is with an extremely heavy heart that our festival committee have had to make the decision to not go ahead with the festival this year. Please read the full statement below.