Rainham Area Guide

A thriving town in the heart of Medway, Rainham prides itself on its clean streets and community spirit. Situated close to major towns and charming villages, property in Rainham also offers access to a bustling high street, sport and leisure facilities, and outstanding local schools.

Welcome to Rainham

Rainham offers you the very best of the Kent countryside. You’ll find cosy pubs, sprawling parks and outdoor attractions on the doorstep. Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre is close by with an impressive array of shops and restaurants, while excellent transport links mean trips to London are a breeze.

Rainham is made for families

Families moving to a property in Rainham will be spoilt for choice when it comes to schools. Top-rated secondaries nearby include Rainham Mark Grammar School for pupils aged 11 to 18 and The Howard boys' school and Rainham school for girls. There’s plenty on offer for little ones too, including Fairview Community Primary, Featherby Infant and Nursery School, and Hempstead Infant and Junior School.

Getting around in Rainham

Rainham lies close to both the M2 and A2, linking it to Dover and the coast and London to the north. Trains to St Pancras and London Victoria leave Rainham station every hour, with journey times of between 50 and 60 minutes. Rainham station also offers direct trains to Folkestone Central, taking approximately one hour 15 minutes.

A short history of Rainham

Rainham expanded rapidly in size with the arrival of its train line in the mid-19th century. The original village dates back much further, and today you can still see several historic buildings in and around the town. St Margaret’s church, just off the high street, still has some part of its Norman structure embedded in its east wall.

Sport and Leisure in Rainham

Rainham and the surrounding area are packed with outdoor attractions, including the panoramic views of Darland Banks and the beautiful Riverside Country Park, where you will find many scenic walking, running and cycling routes. For indoor workouts, there are a multitude of local gyms and an up-and-coming brand new leisure center. The town has its own cricket club, as well as five-a-side football pitches and tennis courts too.

Dining out in Rainham

As well as all the sporting and outdoor attractions on the doorstep, property in Rainham is also within easy reach of fantastic dining venues. The nearby villages are home to welcoming country pubs, including The Three Tuns in Lower Halstow and The Rose & Crown in Hartlip. Other local favourites include Featherby’s Restaurant, situated within the Avenue Tennis centre, where Sunday lunch comes highly recommended.