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15 top Pubs and Bars in Rye 2025

Last updated: Jun 30, 2025

Each month we take a look at the most popular pubs and bars in and around Rye and here are the latest top 15 pubs and bars according to our visitors in ...

#2

The Grapevine Champagne and Jazz Bar

In Rye
01797 227 531
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Champagne & Wine Bar at The Grapevine. A new destination wine bar has opened just off the High Street in Conduit Hill. An intimate lounge, secluded from the bustling high street just outside but feeling like a world away. Expect classic elegance together with quality antiques and rather exquisite wines. Of course, Champagne is always … more

#3

The Queen's Head Inn

In Rye
01797 226 929

The Queens Head Inn is a lively pub, being frequented by both tourists and locals alike whilst the restaurant is reminiscent of your favourite aunt’s comfortable parlour and serves traditional pub food in a relaxed, friendly atmosphere.

#6

The Winery

In Rye

Taproom in Rock Channel Quay. If the green light is on … come in!

#7

The Cricketers

In Rye
01797 344 444
07864 627 690

Traditional pub located in rye that has recently been fully refurbished We have a beautiful garden looking out on to the cricket field. We show live music every Sunday from 5pm, we have sky and bt sports and are extremely dog friendly!

#9

The Pipemakers Arms

In Rye
01797 229 961

The Pipemakers Arms is a traditional local pub located just outside the centre of Rye. Known for its friendly atmosphere and no-frills charm, it’s a popular spot with locals looking for a relaxed pint and a game of darts or pool. The pub often shows live sports and has a jukebox for music. While it … more

#11

Rye Waterworks Micropub

In Rye
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The award winning Rye Waterworks is the first Micropub to open in South East Sussex. It is situated in a building steeped with history originally a water pump house for 300 years then a soup kitchen dating from the 1890s that’s now been opened up as a feature within the micropub. A family business serving … more

#12

The Crown Inn

In Rye
01797 225 471

The Crown Inn, located on Ferry Road in Rye, offers a quintessential British pub experience. This establishment is ideally situated for both locals and visitors looking to enjoy a relaxing break from exploring the historic town of Rye. The Crown Inn provides a welcoming atmosphere, making it a perfect spot for a leisurely drink or … more

#13

Rye Waterworks Microbrewery

Rye Foreign 1.1 miles from Rye
07974 941 393

Opened late October 2022 as an addition to the Waterworks Brewery, the Taproom, (as is the brewery), is run by the same proprietor and team as the successful Waterworks micropub in Rye’s town centre. The brewery’s signature beer, UrRYEnal a 3.7% bitter, is always on handpump; in winter there are two local guest beers and … more

#14

Layfield’s

In Rye
07779 649 741

Garden Terrace serving Drinks & Light Bites such as Tapas. Seasonal & Weather permitting we will be open 1pm daily (closed Mondays). Come and relax in the sun in the finest setting surrounded by plants & water features, in the shadow of St Mary’s Church.

#15

Tillingham

Peasmarsh 2.5 miles from Rye
01797 208 226

Tillingham is a vineyard and natural wine producer rooted in the East Sussex countryside. Committed to regenerative farming, we are a diversified farm spanning 70 acres of wide open spaces along with a Restaurant, eleven Rooms, terrace and outdoor Pizza Barn. Alongside vines, we have sheep, pigs, goats and chickens in addition to our walled, … more

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