Archive of: Rye Harbour

  • Much-loved viewpoint reopens

    15 October 2024

    Much-loved viewpoint reopens

    It’s been a labour of love, but we’re delighted that the viewpoint onto the reedbeds and wildlife of Castle Water, are once again open for the public to enjoy.

     
  • Fantastic fungi of Rye Harbour

    10 October 2024

    Fantastic fungi of Rye Harbour

    Neither plant nor animal, they belong to a kingdom all of their own. We’re talking about fungi. Sarah Watson, Events Officer at Rye Harbour Nature Reserve and resident fungi-lover, introduces a few of her finds from the nature reserve.

     
  • Wild Beach Training at Rye Harbour

    01 October 2024

    Wild Beach Training at Rye Harbour

    Our new Wilder Learning and Communities Officer, Aimi Rifat, headed to the seaside to take part in Wild Beach training. Find out how she got on here.

     
  • Birds on the move

    01 October 2024

    Birds on the move

    For many birdwatchers, autumn is the most exciting time of year. But what are they so excited about? Find out more about autumnal migration

     
  • An eye-opener: Introducing Opticron

    26 September 2024

    An eye-opener: Introducing Opticron

    Since the 1970’s, Opticron have been shaking up the optics market, choosing not to market their products to the hunting community. Area Sales Manager, Rob Laughton, tells us what else sets them apart.

     
  • Our Sussex birds are not 'ours'

    25 September 2024

    Our Sussex birds are not 'ours'

    Bird migration is an amazing phenomenon of fuelling, endurance, navigation and timing. And nearly all birds seen in Sussex undertake these dangerous journeys.

     
  • Sea-aster and Ivy bees at Rye Harbour Nature Reserve

    23 September 2024

    Sea-aster and Ivy bees at Rye Harbour Nature Reserve

    Learn about Ivy Bees and Sea-aster Bees at Rye Harbour Nature Reserve

     
  • 2025 Wildlife of Sussex Calendars

    22 September 2024

    2025 Wildlife of Sussex Calendars

    Our two 2025 calendars - Wildlife of Sussex and Rye Harbour Nature Reserve are now available to order from our online shop.

     
  • September events at Rye Harbour

    20 September 2024

    September events at Rye Harbour

    Sarah Watson, Rye Harbour Nature Reserve Events Officer, shares some of the highlights of the reserve’s upcoming events programme.

     
  • Summer fun for all the family

    18 September 2024

    Summer fun for all the family

    This summer, over 128 people took part in our nature-inspired family activities at Rye Harbour. Alice Oakley, our Volunteer Coordinator who ran the sessions, gives us the lowdown.

     
  • Capturing the Milky Way

    18 September 2024

    Capturing the Milky Way

    When we shared an incredible photo of the Milky Way at Rye Harbour Nature Reserve, lots of you asked for advice on how to capture it. We asked the photographer himself, Derek Griffin, to spill the beans.

     
  • Rye Harbour Nature Reserve Wildlife Sightings: August 2024

    09 September 2024

    Rye Harbour Nature Reserve Wildlife Sightings: August 2024

    Find out the wildlife highlights from the nature reserve in August, including an exceptionally rare sighting of a Cory’s Shearwater.