Explore the Gardens




The nearly three-acre Community Garden at Rainham Hall provides an oasis of urban green space for visitors to explore and enjoy, for free, all year round.
The Garden splits into four distinct spaces: the Hall borders, the Orchard and Kitchen Garden, the Meandering borders, and the Woodland, including a small nature playground and outdoor classroom. Worked on by a dedicated team of volunteers from the local community, the Garden is constantly evolving and is full of seasonal delight.
Visitor information
The Gardens are free to enter, dogs on leads are welcome, and accessible toilets and baby change facilities are available on site. There are two entrances to the Gardens: 1) the main blue gates next to Rainham Hall, from Broadway main road; and 2) the gate entrance on Wennington Road.
Opening times: 10:00 – 16:30 Wednesdays to Sundays (Monday to Sunday from May to September). The Gardens may shut earlier, at dusk, in the winter. Please note the Gardens will be closed on Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year’s Day.

History of the Gardens
Since Rainham Hall was built in 1729, the Gardens have been altered many times, and until a few years ago, had been very neglected. With nearly 300 years of history for inspiration, the Gardens are going through a transformation, thanks to staff and volunteers.