Not far from the bustling streets of London, Rainham Marshes is a haven for all kinds of wildlife – birds, Water Voles, dragonflies and more. Enjoy an adventure into nature, whether you explore this medieval landscape on foot or by bike.

Rainham Marshes is an RSPB nature reserve in the east of London, adjacent to the Thames Estuary in Purfleet, Thurrock and the London Borough of Havering.

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Rainham Marshes is a nature reserve maintained by the Royal Society for the Protection of Birds (RSPB). Its medieval marshes are both an important area for wildlife and a great...

Feb 28, 2025 · One of very few ancient landscapes remaining in London, these medieval marshes right next to the Thames were closed to the public for over 100 years and used as a military firing range. The innovative visitor centre, with huge picture-windows looking out across the marshes, opened in November 2006.

6 days ago · Rainham Marshes protects 411 hectares of ancient, low-lying grazing marsh in the Thames Estuary. Its complex of wet grassland and ditches, together with grassland and scrub, supports many breeding and wintering birds.

Feb 11, 2024 · Rainham Marshes protects 411 hectares of ancient, low-lying grazing marsh in the Thames Estuary. Its complex of wet grassland and ditches, together with grassland and scrub, supports many breeding and wintering birds. The reserve is easily reached due to excellent road and rail transport.

Rainham is very a much family reserve where children are welcome, there is a playground and the Marshland Discovery Zone where pond dipping and educational activities take place. A day spent at Rainham is well worth it.