News in brief September 20

Speeding checks

Two cars were seized and drivers of both cars were summoned to court after being stopped by speeding checks in Rye on Thursday, September 12.

Sussex Police say one driver was also found to be driving without insurance, while another was discovered driving with only a provisional licence, not displaying L plates, and without a supervising driver present.

For the record

At Rye Town Council’s planning and townscape committee meeting on Monday, September 16, four planning submissions (Norman House, Wish House, Rye Heritage Centre, Rye Club) were supported, some with conditions.

The Rye Club submission included the installation of solar panels, and this stimulated a debate in the committee on the need for a general policy on the use of solar panels in conservation areas – balancing their clear advantages against the overall look of Rye.

The updated Rye Neighbourhood Plan was also discussed, with the process now entering a six-week consultation period before its submission to Rother District Council – with a final revised plan due in spring 2025.

Memorial Service

The date has been announced for the memorial service for the owner of one of Rye’s long standing and much-loved businesses.

John Percival was the proprietor of Bargain Box on Cinque Ports Street. He and Avril, his wife, and later, David, his son, have served the Rye community for around 30 years.

Everyone is welcome to pay their respects to John at the service which will take place at St Mary’s Church, Rye, on Tuesday, October 1 at 1pm.

King Charles path

You’ve just a few more days to comment on the proposed King Charles Coast Path between Rye Harbour and Camber Sands.

The plan to formalise the coastal path ground to a halt two years ago when Natural England said the route near Brede Sluice was not safe. The latest plans, which have been discussed with National Highways, suggests safety improvements could be made.

You can find more about the route here. Consultation closes on September 25.

What’s On diary

Rye Arts Festival continues into a second week, with more talks, performances and events around town. You can find details of the programme here.

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Image Credits: Rya in manila CC , Sussex Police , Stuart Harland , Percival family , Natural England/Ordnance Survey .