What's here? at Rainham Marshes

They are located on both the ground and first floor of our visitor centre.

Our baby changing facilities are located in our accessible toilets on the first floor.

We have a number of flat gravel paths and boardwalks suitable for pushchairs. Not all parts of the reserve may be accessible dependent on weather conditions. Please check with staff before your visit or on arrival.

You and the little ones can see ducks and other wildlife, taking in the stunning views across the reserve and fresh air as you go.

A mix of flat gravel surface paths and boardwalks.

Trails start at the visitor centre across a short section of non slip grill with a short steep section.

We have a number of flat gravel paths and boardwalks suitable for pushchairs. Not all parts of the reserve may be accessible dependent on weather conditions. Please check with staff before your visit or on arrival.

They are located on the ground floor of our visitor centre.

Our Visitor Centre opening times vary seasonally.

The visitor centre is accessed via a ramp from the car park (ramp entrance is next to the four blue badge bays). Visitor Centre doors are heavy, but have power assisted opening.

The visitor centre is on first floor, accessed by a long ramp next to the Blue Badge parking. Entry by two sets of double heavy doors with power assisted opening, opening outwards. No threshold. Step-free, level access throughout and non-slip tiles. Lowered counter section. Good lighting.

Pen and paper available. Binocular hire. Staff available to assist.

You are welcome to bring a picnic with you to enjoy on your visit.

Our picnic areas are located near the visitor centre and we have a number of other benches around the reserve. There are five tables with wheelchair spaces, on soft and hard surfaces, on level ground behind visitor centre.

You are welcome to eat any food or drink you bring with you in our visitor centre where there are plenty of tables and chairs.

Help keep this place safe and special for wildlife and people by taking your litter home with you.

Our popular RSPB binoculars are available to hire on your visit:

£5 RSPB Puffins

£7 RSPB Avocets

We offer many guided walks throughout the year, please check our events page.

We have 4 hides - Purfleet hide, Butts hide, Ken Barrett hide and Marshland Discovery hide.

All level entry and adapted with wheelchair spaces or designed for everyone to get the same great views. A small lip on the door frame of the Ken Barrett hide may prove difficult for some wheelchair users.

Marshland Discovery Zone has touch interpretation.

Shooting Butts Hide has 14 stairs and a lift.

A mix of flat gravel surface paths and boardwalks. Information boards in large print.

Trails start at the visitor centre across a short section of non slip grill with a short steep section.

Circular route - This is the main trail around the majority of the site. Allow a couple of hours, our 2.4-mile (3.8-km) for this circular walk.

Woodland walk - This is a half-mile (0.8-km) trail. Allow yourself at least half an hour.

Riverside walk - this is a 1.5-mile (2.4-km) walk. Make sure you allow yourself an hour.

We have a number of flat gravel paths and boardwalks suitable for pushchairs. Not all parts of the reserve may be accessible dependent on weather conditions. Please check with staff before your visit or on arrival.

Toddler play area located by the Visitor Centre. Loose bark chip surface accessed by a grassy slope. 

Assistance dogs are welcome in all parts of the reserve.