Rainham (Essex) circular

Hampstead Group

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Overview

Circular. A fairly level, evocative and atmospheric walk mostly on good paths led by Ken P (Mobile No: 07856 700468). Out across Rainham Marshes for lunch at the RSPB Café at Purfleet (or bring a picnic), returning to Rainham along the Thames Estuary. Map: E163, L177.

Sunday, 28 July 2024

Start time:: 11:00 am
Estimated finish time:: 3:30 pm

Difficulty:: Moderate
Distance:: 12.9km / 8.0mi
Ascent:: N/A
Type:: circular

Check trains the day before. Use Oyster/contactless/Freedom Pass.

Features

Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
Accessible by public transport
No car needed

Starting point

Grid reference:: TQ 52085 82049
Nearest postcode:: RM13 9FY
what3words:: lakes.loads.modest

Start time:: 11:00 am

Rainham (Essex) Station (Zone 6 - train from Fenchurch Street at 10:35, calling at West Ham at 10:44 and arriving at Rainham at 10:58).

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