Discover & Explore
Being based in Camber we know a thing or two about all the best places to go locally. Within a month of arriving, guests are sent a digital guide with a host of information on the property (access, heating, parking). Together with the best places to eat, drink, swim, walk, sightsee, shop and generally have a good time. It is great to download with all our local information at your finger tips during your stay. Guests are loving it.
From family days out to National Trust castles and walks. Art galleries or tours or local vineyards. Sporting adventures on the water or on land. Perhaps just hanging around at the beach there is a plethora of things to keep you entertained or relaxed.
Local walks in and around Camber
Tick off a spectacular and unique sand dune system, rare coastal wildlife and richly biodiverse tidal marshlands, every time you lace up your hiking boots on one of these local walks in and around Camber. There’s something for everyone – from seasoned walkers to scenic strollers. Camber Sands Beach Walk You have all you need …read more
Cosy coastal Christmas in Camber
From Santa special steam train rides, via atmospheric illuminated light trails to festive late-night shopping, carol singing, and bracing Christmas Eve swims, don’t miss these brilliant happenings for a cosy coastal Christmas in Camber. Festive Makers Market at Rye Harbour A brisk walk on a blue-skied day to the Festive Makers Market at Rye Harbour …read more
English Heritage & National Trust in East Sussex
“Everyone needs nature, beauty and history”, was the belief of the three founders of the National Trust, Sir Robert Hunter, Octavia Hill and Canon Hardwicke Rawnsley, when they founded it in 1895. And over a century later, their legacy continues. English Heritage came 90 years later in 1983, and today English Heritage and National Trust …read more
October half-term in Camber
With the October half-term in Camber right around the corner, Camber Holiday Cottages’ has scouted out the best activities and events in the area. And this year you’re in for a treat as both Halloween and Bonfire Night fall within it. So, from dazzling fireworks displays to spooky ghost tours, via an astronaut workshop, a …read more
Local Culture Unplugged: Literature, Film & Music
With the magnetic pull of the sea, creatives have long since been drawn to the East Sussex coastline, from rock royalty and literary greats to Hollywood glamour. Check out where to go for film, music, and literature in the region to get your cultural fix. Camber Camber is forever being used as a backdrop for …read more
Creative coastal art trail
Brimming with creative energy and cultural heritage, East Sussex and Kent have long drawn artists to their shores with their dramatic coastlines, ethereal light, and rolling countryside. With a myriad mix of major players on the world art scene and upcoming artist-run galleries, the area’s thriving artistic community lets local and international talent shine. Rye …read more
Where to go for health & wellness
With a beach fringed with a lush sand dune system, a wild swim with a view and a healthy dose of glorious vitamin sea at Camber Sands could be just what the doctor ordered. For more health & wellness and refreshing open-water swims surrounded by nature there’s also two excellent freshwater lakes in nearby Rye …read more
Mouth-watering local produce in Rye
When choosing where to eat in Rye, you’ll be spoilt for choice for takeaway options for the most delicious picnics, homemade scotch eggs, the freshest local catches from the Rye Fish Market and candy-striped bags full of traditional sweets. Here are the places not to miss. Rye For next-level homemade picnics Rye Deli on Market Street …read more
Mouth-watering local produce in Camber, Winchelsea, and Dungeness
For picnics, takeaways and spreads prepared in your Camber Holidays’ Cottage property, Camber, Winchelsea and Dungeness are home to a cornucopia of fresh, local, regularly award-winning – and utterly delicious produce, from Rye Bay scallops to succulent Romney Marsh lamb via truckles of mouth-watering cheeses and world-class wines. This fertile area is not known as …read more
Where to eat out in Hastings, St. Leonard’s & further afield
Further along the coast from Camber, Rye and Dungeness if you’re looking for where to eat in Hastings, and its cooler, younger sister, St. Leonard’s-on-Sea, you’ll find another enclave of flourishing creative spirit and vibrant culinary outposts. Further afield there’s more Michelin-stars, foodie pubs and dynamic vineyards to discover. Where to eat in Hastings & …read more
Where to eat out in Camber, Rye and Dungeness
From toes-in-the-sand fish and chip eating on the beach in Camber, to Rye’s up-and-coming culinary scene,here’s our pick of where to eat in Camber, Rye & Dungeness. From standout restaurants with locavore menus and trendy watering holes that offer more than just a pocketful of Rye to whet your whistle with. Camber A short walk …read more
Best family days out
There are some fantastic options for fun family days out in East Sussex and Kent, starting with Port Lympne Zoo. Set in 600-acres of Kentish countryside, Port Lympne has over 900 rare and endangered animals ranging from western lowland gorillas and Bengal tigers to giraffe, spectacled bears, and the UK’s largest herd of black rhino. …read more
Family-friendly beaches in East Sussex & Kent
Family-friendly beaches in East Sussex & Kent are plentiful. Think vast golden sands, lush sand dunes and wildlife and history to enjoy. From Camber Sands to Dymchurch, Winchelsea to Pett Level, check out Camber Holiday Cottages’ pick of the best family-friendly beaches in Kent & East Sussex to enjoy with your little ones. Camber Sands …read more
Easter things to do in East Sussex and Kent
From visiting the chocolate heaven of Knoops in Rye, to Easter egg hunts with the National Trust, check out these Easter things to do in Kent and East Sussex. National Trust properties to visit this Easter Trust the National Trust to have Easter things to do all wrapped up. Starting with Bodiam Castle. Built in …read more
Dog friendly things to do
Our dog friendly coastal cottages are the perfect place to explore all the dog friendly things to do in Camber, Rye and Winchelsea. Dog friendly beaches to discover If you and your dog dream of sand dunes and salty air… then hot foot it to dog friendly Camber Sands. Miles of golden sand gets bandied …read more
Camber Sands Parking
All our properties in Camber have parking for at least two cars. However if you have guests coming to visit for the day there is plenty of Camber Sands parking. If you are an early bird and get here before the crowds then some car parks and places are free. Parking is operated by Rother …read more
Lazy Days in Camber
If you are looking to spend lazy days in Camber, the beach is an easy walk from all the houses, you can while away many hours staring at the sea with a good book! Or wander the ancient cobbled streets of Rye and enjoy all the antiques and independent shops, and lunch at The George. …read more
Camber
Camber is a quiet seaside village close to the historic town of Rye – it boasts miles of stunning sandy beach with beautiful dunes offering a perfect retreat to breathe in the sea air or collapse in a dune for a restorative stretch! The big tides provide beach for all – kite and wind surfers …read more
Sporty Days
Activities in the area There are plenty of activities in the area to spend sporty days. Kayaking, paddleboarding and kitesurfing just to name a few, but there are plenty of other activities as well. For a stretch try one of the classes at The Elysian Centre in Rye, a multidisciplinary practice of holistic healing with a …read more
Cultural Days
If history takes your fancy for a cultural day out, we are surrounded by castles: Bodiam Castle, Sissinghurst Castle, Knole, Igtham Mote, the home of Rudyard Kipling, Batemans, Lamb House in Rye, all details can be found at The National Trust. Visit the stunning gardens of Great Dixter created by the late Christopher Lloyd. His …read more