The most Easterly in the County League, Rye's ground at The Salts, which is shared with the local cricket club, was upgraded during the clubs rapid climb up the Sussex County League. The stand and dugouts which straddle the half-way line on the far touchline have been repainted to blend in with the surrounding scenery; and there is also a perimeter rail around the pitch that is partially removed during the cricket season. The current stand provides the only cover. This is only very basic and with the exception of the front panel having been removed it has changed very little in recent years. Unfortunately, given the open nature of the ground, it is the obvious target for the local vandals and, as can be seen, the dugout roofs and seating are removed when not in use.

Floodlights, were erected in 2002 with the aim of allowing the club to take its place in Division One, after finishing as champions of Division Two. Although erected in time, the lights were not functioning by the deadline set by the County League. This meant that Rye could not be promoted. Because of cricket, one of the floodlights has to be taken down during the summer months.

A similar scenario followed at the end of the 2002/03 season, when there were concerns regarding the ease of unpaid access into the ground (which in fact, is clearly visible from the pay & display car park nearby). However, it this obstacle was overcome by judicious use of tarpaulin as a temporary measure, which the SCFL evidently continues to tolerate. The Salts is very susceptible to waterlogging and before embarking on a long journey to the 'far east' it is worth telephoning ahead after a spell of wet weather.

Above: The Tea lady (Maria) in the Rye United Clubhouse Kiosk