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Purfleet Riverside Path – Mardyke Pier loop from Rainham

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Purfleet Riverside Path – Mardyke Pier loop from Rainham

Moderate

4.7

(3)

hikers

Purfleet Riverside Path – Mardyke Pier loop from Rainham

03:22

13.3km

30m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 6, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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269 m

Concrete Barges and The Diver Sculpture

Highlight (Segment) • Historical Site

Lots of flying bugs so eyeshields come in handy especially in the evening

Tip by

4.06 km

Wooden Pier on the Thames Estuary

Highlight • Viewpoint

6.74 km

Marshland Discovery Zone (Kingfisher Hide)

Highlight • Viewpoint

7.03 km

RSPB Rainham Marshes Nature Reserve

Highlight • Cycleway

Great place to cycle or walk, can be quite. Rumours are they will be closing soon, so take advantage ASAP

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7.65 km

Mardyke Pier

Highlight • Viewpoint

13.3 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

10.7 km

1.04 km

989 m

321 m

289 m

Surfaces

9.88 km

2.03 km

505 m

478 m

360 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Weather

Tuesday 1 September

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Comments

January 29, 2022,LOOP 24: Rainham to Purfleet

Not the loveliest part of the LOOP, given its proximity to industry & landfill, but not without merit. Recommend wearing a mask for much of it to stave off some unpleasant odours & fumes. RSPB Rainham (actually at the Purfleet end) definitely worth a proper visit.
Occasional views of central London, plenty of the Dartford Crossing, & LOOP part 1 …

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Purfleet Riverside Path – Mardyke Pier loop from Rainham

Rainham Railway Station

Concrete Barges and The Diver Sculpture