Bert’s looking for caddis fly larvae in the pond. This minibeast uses a special fluid to glue sticks, stones, or anything, to its body, like armour. Teachers – what will your class find in our ponds on a school visit to #RSPBRainham ? bit.ly/rainhameducati…

Remember we're holding a pop-up pond minibeasts microscope session in our classroom on Thursday 11 April. Our friendly team will point you in the right direction for a super close-up look at some of our pond inhabitants🦠

Not quite so Dawn Chorus Guided Walk, if you're keen to enjoy incredible bird song but don't want to wake up at 3am this is the event for you. Join us on Sunday 19th May.
To book tickets follow the link events.rspb.org.uk/rainhammarshes
Photo credit: John Humble

Did you know, grass snakes release a pungent liquid as a defence mechanism! What’s the craziest adaptation you’ve ever seen? Your pupils can find out more about adaptations with a Pond Habitat Study or Discovering Birds session at #RSPBRainham bit.ly/rainhameducati…

Our educational ponds are flooded but if you want to get your fix of minibeasts we'll be holding a pop-up session with a microscope in our classroom Thursday 11 April. Our friendly team will point you in the right direction for a super close-up look at some of our pond friends 🦠

For International Dawn Chorus Day join us on an exclusive guided walk at Rainham Marshes to experience the magic of the reserve as the sun rises.
events.rspb.org.uk/events/72699

Just letting you know that things haven't changed much folks...roll on spring 🌧🌧

You won't want to miss this special offer at our shop. Our Suet Gift Box is currently 50% off at just £11, (normally £22). That's a massive saving of £11!! High energy suet is a popular choice with all garden birds.

Only available until 17 April so hurry!

We were thrilled to show you our rivers and grateful that we didn't lose any students to the 'breezes' 😂Please bring the sunshine with you next time 😉

Traditionally, blackthorn was used in a wealth of remedies including tonics and syrups that ‘cleansed the blood’, aided digestive complaints and eased rheumatism. Can your KS1 pupils identify blackthorn on a Plant Detectives school visit? #RSPBRainham bit.ly/rainhameducati…

A day in the life of a Learning Officer...an exciting day of making magic potions with our intrepid plant detectives makes for some interesting washing up when we get home! Bring your class to learn more about the plants at Rainham: bit.ly/rainhameducati…

A question for Bert “Do all birds nest in trees?” Some birds actually nest on the ground but not usually in tiny dens like this one! Don't worry teachers, it won't be Bert who teaches your class on a school visit, so book with confidence: bit.ly/rainhameducati…

Our wildlife walks are great for meeting new people and getting out into nature. You may even see a Great Crested Grebe a graceful water bird with ornate head plumage and a dance like courtship display.
thehttps://events.rspb.org.uk/rainhammarshes
Photo credit John Humble

We have taken the difficult decision to close the MDZ hide from today to protect our kingfishers and their potential nesting site. The male has dug several nest holes and the female is showing an interest. Once the nest is established we will reopen the hide.
John Humble credit

Teachers, we work hard to accommodate every student's needs here at #RSPBRainham Our education programmes are full of hands-on activities meaning there's something for all to enjoy. We've just introduced these 'calm bags' for students who might need to sit quietly for a while 🧘‍♀️

Just putting this back out there!

You're never too young to learn about how amazing birds are! Thanks for visiting us Paul Jordan @ Thames View Infants - you behaved beautifully in the hide at #RSPBRainham

It was amazing to welcome Paul Jordan @ Thames View Infants to #RSPBRainham for the 11th year in a row! You win the prize for our favourite school - just don't tell the others 😉

Is that a duck “quacking”? No, it’s the male Marsh frog trying to attract a female. When all the males join in, the air is filled with a chorus of cackling. Book a curriculum-linked school visit to #RSPBRainham this #WorldFrogDay and join the laughter! bit.ly/rainhameducati…

This punky fellow is a lapwing. Also known as a pee-wit because of their song. Teachers, book to visit now to see them at their absolute finest and help your class investigate why birds sing: bit.ly/rainhameducati…