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Berengrave Local Nature Reserve

Former chalk pit in Rainham turned nature reserve, with woodland, a pond and waymarked paths. Lower paths can flood.

About Berengrave Local Nature Reserve

A former chalk pit, once quarried for cement, now a 12.77-hectare Local Nature Reserve with wooded and pond areas that support reptiles, amphibians, birds and mammals. Medway Council has added waymarkers, seating, viewing points and information panels. Paths run from Lower Rainham Road to the washmill, Greensleeves Road and the pond; at times of flooding you cannot get beyond the pond on the lower section.

Where it is

Details checked against the venue on 29 October 2026. Opening times change, so confirm before you travel.

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