History of the Cinque Ports
The Cinque Ports Confederation dates back to the 11th Century, during the reign of Edward the Confessor. It was started by the ports Hastings, Romney, Hythe, Dover and Sandwich for mutual protecton and trade. Edward gave official recognition by granting a Royal Charter which was later confirmed by William the Conqueror . Rye and Winchelsea became ’limbs’ … read more