The improvements at Cherry Trees open space are part of a larger scheme to regenerate Rainham's greenspaces.
Funding has come from developer contributions in the local area for:
- park improvements
- play area improvements
- amenity improvements.
Site improvements
Access improvements started 11 November 2024. These were finished at the end of February 2025. These improvements were carried out to help people access the site safely.
The improvements carried out at so far include:
- a new stepped gated entrance from Mierscourt Road which connects the play area and the Lonsdale Road entrances
- the current play area entrance path has been releveled and a self-closing gate has been installed
- a vehicle entrance at Mierscourt Road has been extended and resurfaced with tarmac
- the steps to the orchard have been replaced and short paths have been added either end
- the entrances to the 3 kissing gates from Church Path and Cherry Trees Road were surfaced to improve access
- play area refurbishment, making it suitable for children up to age 11 years
- cutting back areas of scrub to improve visibility
- additional seating and bins
- works in the orchard area with additional cherry trees planted.
Past consultation
In October 2021 we asked residents and people who use Cherry Trees open space on how to improve the area and the priorities for the improvements, including:
- access
- seating and bins
- woodland area
- play area improvements
- other suggestions.
More information
If you would like any more details about the works, please email yournew@medway.gov.uk.
