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Rainham Marshes |
How to get hereSustrans cycle routeNearest railway stationThe nearest railway station to this reserve is Purfleet. Purfleet train station is on the C2C line from Fenchurch Street. The reserve is a 15 minute walk from the station following the brown pedestrian signs along the riverside path. Turn right out of the station and then join the path at the Royal Pub. While the Mardyke Bridge is being constructed, please follow the path up a little further to cross a small bridge then follow the road back to the visitor centre. Nearest bus stopThe ensignbus 44 bus route which runs between Lakeside and Orsett Hospital, Grays, stops near the reserve entrance on New Tank Hill Road. This bus runs every hour and up to 30 minutes during peak periods. The service is operated by Ensignbus (01708 865656). Grid referenceThe reserve is situated at grid reference TQ552792 (View on MultiMap) Get personal directionsFor directions to the reserve by public transport, please visit Transport Direct. Please note that some reserves are not served by public transport and, in these cases, a nearby destination (from which you may need to walk or take a taxi or ferry) may be offered. For directions to the reserve by car, visit Google Maps and enter your postcode in the box provided. By roadThe reserve is located off New Tank Hill Road (A1090) in Purfleet which is just off the A1306 between Rainham and Lakesdie. This is accessible from the Averley, Wennington and Purfleet junction off the A13 and J30/31 of the M25. |
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Lapwing flock in flight - Stuart Elsom
Water vole in ditch - Kevin Lewis
Bird illustrations by Mike Langman (RSPB)