The Ypres Tower was built in the 13th century and once served as a gaol.Its name comes from a 15th century resident,
John of Ypres. It is one of the very few buildings to survive the devastating French raid of 1377.
Just in front of Ypres Tower are the Gun Gardens, site of the Tudor gun emplacements that were a major part of Rye's defences.
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