Rainham Map

Rainham map, view the Kent town of Rainham, located in the county of Kent, England.

Detailed Street Map of Rainham Kent & Guide to the Town

Rainham Map Kent: Interactive map of Rainham, displaying the town situated in the county of Kent, England, United Kingdom.

Use controls to display a detailed street map of Rainham and a Rainham town centre map, showing Rainham Railway Station.

Other facilities in Rainham, some of which may also be visible on the map are Rainham Shopping Centre, The Cricketers, Costa Coffee, Rainham Library, The Railway Pub, Darceys Tea Room, Co-op Food, Boots, Wards Estate Agents, Rainham Healthy Living Centre, St Margaret's Church, Domino's Pizza, Medway Maritime Hospital (nearby), Rainham Leisure Centre, Parkwood Green Surgery, Cumin Club, Emma's Florist, The Three Sisters, The Hungry Fox, Simply Fresh, Kabuki Hair Studio, Albany Dental Centre, Thai Four Two, The Green Lion, Savers, Age UK Medway, Nisa Local, Little Rays Nursery, Sainsbury's Local, The Old House at Home, Barclays, WHSmith, Greggs, Flare Barbers, Premier Inn Gillingham, Subway, Rainham Vets, Just Purr-Fect Groomers, Blooming Lovely Flowers, The BarnYard Wedding Venue (nearby), The Micro Library, Dobbies Garden Centre (nearby), Clarks, Coffee Republic, Medway Osteopathic Clinic, Lloyds Bank, Rainham Book Exchange, The Pump House Café, Perfect Touch Hair & Beauty, Medway Park Leisure Centre (Gillingham), The Mackland Arms.

By zooming out a couple of steps (double right click) you can view the surrounding areas of Gillingham, Twydall, Parkwood, Upchurch, Bredhurst, Hartlip, Lower Rainham, Hempstead, Newington, Bobbing, Keycol, Tunstall, Stockbury, Kemsley, Iwade, Sittingbourne, Teynham, Bapchild, Rodmersham, Hollingbourne, Detling, Boxley, Blue Bell Hill, Chatham, Rochester, Walderslade, Luton (Medway), Higham, Cuxton, Wouldham, Burham, Aylesford, Snodland, West Malling, East Malling, Bearsted, Lenham, Maidstone, Rainham Mark, Wigmore, Eastchurch, Minster-on-Sea, Sheerness, Queenborough, Isle of Sheppey, Milton Regis, Murston, Halfway, Rushenden, Rainham South.

Rainham is a well-kept corner of Kent that often flies under the radar. Tucked between Gillingham and Sittingbourne, this friendly town has that classic Medway mix—good commuter links, green pockets of space, and a strong sense of community. It's the sort of place where everything you need is within reach, from schools and shops to countryside walks and pubs serving a decent pint. With the River Medway not far off and the Kent Downs just up the road, it's a town that gives you a bit of both worlds—urban convenience and a touch of the rural.

Rainham has a long and layered past. It started off as a small agricultural settlement, mentioned in the Domesday Book back in 1086. For centuries it was all about farming and fishing, with the river playing a key role in trade and transport. In the Victorian era, the arrival of the railway transformed it into more of a commuter town, especially as London expanded and people looked for quieter places to live. Despite the changes, bits of its history are still woven through the town—from ancient churches to old coaching inns, and the surviving lanes that hint at its rural roots.

There's plenty to do in and around Rainham. The town centre's got a good mix of high street staples and independent spots. Rainham Shopping Centre is handy, and you'll find some proper gems like family-run cafés and traditional bakeries tucked in between. For nature lovers, Riverside Country Park is just on the edge of town—great for walking, cycling and birdwatching. The visitor centre there makes a good pit stop with kids. A short drive gets you to the English Heritage-managed Upnor Castle, sitting pretty on the river. National Trust's Leeds Castle, with its romantic setting and vast grounds, is also within easy reach. It's a proper day out with gardens, maze, and falconry displays.

Kent as a whole is packed with places to visit. You've got Canterbury with its grand cathedral and historic lanes, Whitstable for seafood and sunsets, and the likes of Deal and Sandwich offering charm by the bucketload. The Kent Downs Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty cuts across much of the county, giving endless options for walkers and cyclists. For a family day out, head to Howletts or Port Lympne wildlife parks, or if gardens are your thing, there's always Sissinghurst and Godinton House, both full of colour and stories.

Rainham's well placed when it comes to getting around. The train station is on the main line between London and the coast, with regular services to Victoria, Charing Cross and St Pancras. Journeys to the capital can be as quick as 50 minutes, depending on the route. By road, the A2 runs nearby and links up with the M2 and M20, giving you straightforward access to London, Dover, and beyond. Buses connect the Medway towns, and if you're heading abroad, London City Airport is just over an hour away by car, with Gatwick not much further.

Kent's often referred to as the Garden of England, and it's easy to see why. You'll find hop fields, apple orchards and rolling hills all over the place. There's a strong identity here, with each town and village having its own flavour. Whether you're after beach days, countryside rambles or historical sightseeing, Kent serves it up with a smile. It's a county where you can feel like you're miles from anywhere, yet still be close to the buzz of London when you need it.

Some More Nearby Places: Gillingham, Twydall, Parkwood, Upchurch, Bredhurst, Hartlip, Lower Rainham, Hempstead, Newington, Bobbing, Keycol, Tunstall, Stockbury, Kemsley, Iwade, Sittingbourne, Teynham, Bapchild, Rodmersham, Hollingbourne, Detling, Boxley, Blue Bell Hill, Chatham, Rochester, Walderslade, Luton (Medway), Higham, Cuxton, Wouldham, Burham, Aylesford, Snodland, West Malling, East Malling, Bearsted, Lenham, Maidstone, Rainham Mark, Wigmore, Eastchurch, Minster-on-Sea, Sheerness, Queenborough, Isle of Sheppey, Milton Regis, Murston, Halfway, Rushenden, Rainham South.

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