In the center of the small, charming town of Rye, the Ship is a modern take on the traditional English inn - a cozy pub, rich in original character, with simple, comfortable rooms above. Originally built in 1592, the Ship Inn is full of beautiful, historic features, including ancient wood beams and original hardwood floors. In the heart of the town, at the end of Mermaid Street, the inn offers real ales and cider from the barrel alongside tasty homemade food, made with fresh local ingredients. Food is freshly cooked to order and the menu mainly consists of traditional English pub dishes, with specials that change daily, from fish and fries to lobster, and from toad-in-the-hole (traditional English sausage dish) to venison. The rooms are newly decorated with comfortable beds and good quality linen, and all have private bathrooms. Books, magazines, board games and Wi-Fi are all available too, along with picnics and buckets and shovels for younger guests.