Protecting Rye's historic heritage
for future generations

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Events, Lecturers, Outings

WHAT'S NEW

To view our programme of  events for 2011 see News and Events.

You can also see images of past events enjoyed by members and download previous newsletters.


Rye Conservation Area
Map of Rye Conservation area created by Rother Council.

View latest planning applications online. 

See Advice for guidance on listed buildings and Article 4 direction.

Definition of listed buildings


Membership
Membership of The Rye Conservation Society is open to all who are interested in and wish to support our aims. See Join us for details.































Who We Are

Rye Conservation Society exists to safeguard our historic town and to preserve its special and distinctive character.  Living or working in a Conservation Area of national significance, places responsibility on all of us - residents and businesses alike. Modern life and environmental pressures require change; our challenge is to ensure this takes place sympathetically, in keeping with our rich architectural heritage.

Your feedback is welcome.  If you have any suggestions for the site, or you notice any corrections which need to be made please email us with your comments.

Our Aims

To provide information and advice on the maintenance and repair of listed and non listed buildings

To provide a focus on issues impacting on the local environment

To raise awareness of green and environmental issues in a historic town

The Shapes and Materials of Rye

Medieval buildings mix with Georgian houses, Victorian buildings, Dutch gabled properties and historic churches.  The blend of architectural styles is what makes Rye a unique place.  See Gallery for examples and information about the different shapes and materials of Rye.

Townscape Awards

The Society looks for examples of good conservation and good modern design in the town and recognises them by giving those responsible a Townscape Award.   Last year (2010) the Award went to Rye Art Gallery.  See Awards


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Rye Conservation Society is a registered charity - Charity No. 283888