RSPB Rainham Marshes

Walks, England, Essex, Thurrock

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  • We drove (parking is £1 suggested donation) and then headed to the Visitor Centre. There’s a ramp for wheels

    Step 1: We drove (parking is £1 suggested donation) and then headed to the Visitor Centre. There’s a ramp for wheels

  • You’re greeted with beaut views of the Thames when you reach the top 😍

    Step 2: You’re greeted with beaut views of the Thames when you reach the top 😍

  • There’s a small playground here and a gift shop too 🛍

    Step 3: There’s a small playground here and a gift shop too 🛍

  • Once you’ve paid, head down the ramp - we spotted these Collared Doves straight away

    Step 4: Once you’ve paid, head down the ramp - we spotted these Collared Doves straight away

  • Head down to the junction. All walks here are accessible for wheels, however this stroll does include a turnstile...more later

    Step 5: Head down to the junction. All walks here are accessible for wheels, however this stroll does include a turnstile...more later

  • Take a left to follow this jaunt - the Riverside Walk, marked blue on the map 🗺

    Step 6: Take a left to follow this jaunt - the Riverside Walk, marked blue on the map 🗺

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