Richard Smith, Author at Beside The Sea Holidays

Are Dogs Allowed on Camber Sands? (2026 Guide)

Richard Smith — Thu, 02 Apr 2026 11:30:03 +0000

Quick Answer Yes — dogs are allowed on Camber Sands. Between 1 May and 30 September, dogs must stay in the designated dog-friendly zone (Zone C, towards Rye Harbour). From 1 October to 30 April, dogs are welcome across the whole beach. Planning a trip with your dog? We’ve put together the full 2026 guide Are Dogs Allowed on Camber Sands? (2026 Guide)Read More

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Shipwreck Museum, Hastings: A Brilliant Free Day Out from Camber Sands

Richard Smith — Sat, 21 Mar 2026 14:31:51 +0000

A brilliant free day out from Camber Sands, the Shipwreck Museum in Hastings is packed with maritime history, fossils and fascinating coastal stories.

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Looking for Camber Getaways? Here Are 5 Handpicked Camber Sands Cottage Alternatives

Richard Smith — Wed, 11 Mar 2026 14:16:08 +0000

If you’ve been searching for Camber Getaways, you’re probably looking for the right place to stay in Camber Sands — somewhere close to the beach, easy to book, and genuinely worth getting excited about. We’re Richard & Sophie, the local family team behind Beside The Sea Holidays, and we handpick and manage coastal cottages in Looking for Camber Getaways? Here Are 5 Handpicked Camber Sands Cottage AlternativesRead More

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Family Beach Holidays in Camber Sands

Richard Smith — Thu, 05 Mar 2026 20:36:50 +0000

The kind of seaside break kids remember forever There’s something magical about Camber Sands when you arrive with children. The moment they spot the sea. The serious business of sandcastle building. The sandy, slightly windswept, very happy collapse into bed at the end of the day. Our family-friendly cottages in Camber Sands are made for Family Beach Holidays in Camber SandsRead More

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Rainy Day Activities Near Camber Sands: The Family Survival Guide (Rye & Beyond)

Richard Smith — Tue, 17 Feb 2026 16:15:32 +0000

Let’s be honest: when you book a British seaside break, you always hope for sunshine. But when the grey clouds roll in and you need rainy day activities near Camber Sands, the question quickly changes from “Factor 30 or 50?” to “How do we stop the kids climbing the walls?” 😅 Here’s the good news: Rainy Day Activities Near Camber Sands: The Family Survival Guide (Rye & Beyond)Read More

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Rye Bay Scallop Week 2026: A Foodie Break by the Sea (21 Feb – 1 Mar)

Richard Smith — Wed, 21 Jan 2026 18:04:50 +0000

In this guide: What is Rye Bay Scallop Week 2026? Dates & when to book Best restaurants for Scallop Week What to expect on the menu Events schedule Sustainability & Rye Bay scallops 2-night weekend itinerary Practical info: parking, dogs, kids Getting to Rye Book your Scallop Week cottage Late winter has a certain charm—if Rye Bay Scallop Week 2026: A Foodie Break by the Sea (21 Feb – 1 Mar)Read More

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Dog Friendly Pubs Camber Sands | Best Paws & Pints Guide

Richard Smith — Fri, 16 Jan 2026 14:34:52 +0000

Looking for Dog Friendly Pubs Camber Sands? You’re in the right place. We live and work here beside the dunes, so think of this as friendly local advice from neighbours who know the best spots for a seaside pint with your four‑legged sidekick. Both places below are an easy wander from the beach and genuinely Dog Friendly Pubs Camber Sands | Best Paws & Pints GuideRead More

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Dog-Friendly Rye and Camber: The Definitive Dog-Lover’s Guide

Richard Smith — Fri, 16 Jan 2026 10:50:34 +0000

Rye and Camber Sands in East Sussex are among the most dog-friendly destinations on the south coast, especially between October and April when seasonal beach restrictions are lifted. The area offers off-lead beach walks on Camber Sands (3+ miles of sand), flat nature reserve trails at Rye Harbour, dog-friendly pubs including The Ship Inn and Dog-Friendly Rye and Camber: The Definitive Dog-Lover’s GuideRead More

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Christmas in Camber Sands: Unplug and Reconnect

Richard Smith — Tue, 16 Dec 2025 15:41:08 +0000

Christmas comes around once a year… and somehow it still manages to whizz by in a flurry of notifications, tellybox schedules, and “quick, take a photo!” moments. But what if this year felt different? A Christmas in Camber Sands is the sort of festive break where you can properly exhale. Where the sea breeze does Christmas in Camber Sands: Unplug and ReconnectRead More

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5 Reasons to Visit Dungeness

Richard Smith — Tue, 16 Dec 2025 10:08:45 +0000

If you’re searching for a destination that feels like stepping to the edge of the world, Dungeness on the Kent coast offers just that, in the most captivating way. With one of Europe’s largest shingle beaches, expansive skies, quirky driftwood huts, and the eerie yet enchanting “Desert of England” vibe, it’s a place like no 5 Reasons to Visit DungenessRead More

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