MEDIEVAL TOWN of RYE…

Rye is near the coast in East Sussex. In the center, cobblestone lanes are lined with medieval, half-timbered houses. The redbrick Lamb House was once owned by author Henry James. Nearby, the tower of the Norman St. Mary's Church overlooks the town. The 14th century Ypres Tower, which formed part of Ryes defenses, is now Rye Castle Museum. During part of their history, the population turned to smuggling after they lost their livelihood as a seaport.