This afternoon for my lunch break, I popped down to the Rainham Marshes RSPB centre. I don’t think this has been long open, and I was really on a research mission for a camera club outing. Until recently, this land was owned by the Ministry of Defence who used it as an artillery range. However, with the advent of a new road link as well as the Channel Tunnel Rail Link, the land required a different use.
I was quite surprised as to what is there. I do like the modern building, which also doubles as an observation deck. The architecture is very simple, combining both metal with natural materials. I also noticed a solar panel on the roof, so I am guessing that the building is environmentally friendly as well. There is also a 3.5 mile nature trail, which I would love to go back and do. Also, there are some great views of London from the riverside walk, which also starts at the centre. Unfortunately, the time and the weather was not really on my side here, but I do intend to go back.
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