RSPB Rainham Marshes Nature Reserve
About RSPB Rainham Marshes Nature Reserve
There are only a few ancient landscapes left in London and this RSPB reserve is one of them.
Bought from the Ministry of Defence in July 2000, its former use as shooting ranges has preserved much of the original medieval land-form and marshland wildlife and is now the largest remaining expanse of wetland bordering the upper reaches of the Thames Estuary.
There is an evolving events and walks programme specially designed for families, with activities for all. All the reserve's paths and boardwalks are family and wheelchair friendly.
The Environment and Education centre provides splendid views across the marshes and River Thames, as well as containing a cafe, shop and classroom. It has been built to the highest environmental standards, with features such as solar panels, rainwater harvesting, natural light and ventilation and a ground source heat exchange system.
RSPB Rainham Marshes Nature Reserve Facilities
| Opening Times |
9.30 am-4.30 pm daily |
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| Accessible Bathroom Facilities |
Designated wheelchair accessible public toilet |
| Access into the Building |
Flat routes from parking area to entrance |
| Attraction Facilities |
Outdoors Patron toilets |
| Catering Facilities |
Cafe Picnic site |
| General Facilities |
On site parking |
RSPB Rainham Marshes Nature Reserve Address
| Address: |
New Tank Hill Road
Purfleet RM19 1SZ
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| Telephone: | +44 (0)170 889 9840 |
Location Information for RSPB Rainham Marshes Nature Reserve
| Address: |
New Tank Hill Road
Purfleet RM19 1SZ
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|---|---|
| Telephone: | +44 (0)170 889 9840 |
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Events at RSPB Rainham Marshes Nature Reserve
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Beginners Birdwatching Walk at RSPB Rainham Marshes Nature Reserve
Tour13 Jan 2012 to 27 Apr 2012
A weekly beginners' birdwatching walk around the reserve every Fri. Encounter the birds, mammals, insects and plants that make the marsh their home, throughout the changing seasons. Ideal for people new to birdwatching and wildlife.
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Dawn Chorus at RSPB Rainham Marshes Nature Reserve
Tour13 May 2012 to 27 May 2012
A guided dawn chorus walk to hear birds in full song. The experts help walkers identify what is out there at this time of the year. Followed by a much-needed breakfast in the cafe.
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Dragons and Damsels at RSPB Rainham Marshes Nature Reserve
Tour17 Jun 2012 to 28 Jul 2012
The reserve is alive with many dragonflies and damselflies in the summer months as they go out hunting other insects. Why not join our search for them around the reserve.
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Dusk Walk and Late Night Opening at RSPB Rainham Marshes Nature Reserve
Tour24 May 2012 to 23 Aug 2012
Dusk Walk and Late Night Opening offers a guided walk around the reserve as dusk settles and the sun sets over the Thames at one of the most beautiful times of the year. See bats, moths, glowworms and maybe even an owl.
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