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M
3 years ago

Great to see that the Visitor Centre is open again...

Great to see that the Visitor Centre is open again. Perfect place to explore or just sit in the peaceful Surroundings.
The manager was very informative and took the trouble to talk to the visitors.

B
3 years ago

Poor

R
3 years ago

A wonderful day out.

A wonderful day out.
Staff and volunteers very helpful. Very good facilities. Good choice of food at very reasonable price.

A
3 years ago

Romney Marsh has its very own Wildlife park litera...

Romney Marsh has its very own Wildlife park literally on the Romney Hythe & Dymchurch railway.
This wildlife park maybe smaller than others that the Kent Wildlife Trust operates, but it is stunning in its own way.
What a truly wonderful place to visit with your family.
I love the fact that the visitor centre is a green building with a grass roof and organic heating.
Well worth visiting.

N
3 years ago

I visit here every week on Saturday as my Nan and ...

I visit here every week on Saturday as my Nan and Granddad live at Lydd-On-Sea and I really love it there and I have a good view of Hythe, Folkestone and Dover and at night the view of them is SPECTACULAR! Looking the other way you can see Dungeness Power Station which can be seen at the top of the hill at West Hythe along with a view of the sea. There is also the Dungeness lighthouse that you can actuallly climb up to have a spectacular view of the Romney MarshFinally there is the amazing Romney, Hythe and Dymchurch Railway which is really fun for people of all ages with special events every now and again.

M
3 years ago

Stunning! Lovely shop, walks and friendly people. ...

Stunning! Lovely shop, walks and friendly people. Loved the community garden too! The guy there was very knowledgeable and helpful. There was an art display too! I couldn't resist it and bought two paintings by a local artist. The whole family are artists and very talented. Thank you all for a lovely morning xxx

J
3 years ago

Great place with some good history knowledge, such...

Great place with some good history knowledge, such as;
"The most significant feature of the Marsh is the Rhee Wall (Rhee is a word for river), forming a prominent ridge. This feature was extended as a waterway in three stages from Appledore to New Romney in the 13th century."
Well worth a look I'd say!!!

L
3 years ago

Lovely small nature reserve with community garden,...

Lovely small nature reserve with community garden, craft/art space, excellent range of local gifts and delicious fair trade tea and coffee, plus enthusiastic and knowledgeable local volunteers. A real find.

E
4 years ago

This is a beautiful place to visit with several wa...

This is a beautiful place to visit with several walks that can be taken. The Rabbit Trail and The Dragonfly Trail are short and easy to do. The visitor Centre sells snacks and refreshments. It also has a fascinating display of the history of Romney Marsh and various gifts you can buy as well as an art display. A really fun place for the family to visit and learn.

F
4 years ago

Diaspointing.. Dogs off leads in areas that they ...

Diaspointing.. Dogs off leads in areas that they shouldn't be. A man calling a a girl no older than three and her mother a 'c**t' they only mentioned a dog allegery and reasons for using the path of dogs on a lead. Horrible place .

C
4 years ago

So much to see and you can get a coffee and the st...

So much to see and you can get a coffee and the staff are lovely. The shop is the best value ive seen for a long time. You can pick up the Romney hallway from there are well. Small platform. Pluss walks.

c
4 years ago

Nice

R
4 years ago

Very helpful. Managed to get me a campsite when n...

Very helpful. Managed to get me a campsite when nearly every where was full because of the holiday weekend....I recommend it to anyone visiting R.Marsh area....they also make good tea.....

F
4 years ago

The visitor centre has restricted hours so that ga...

The visitor centre has restricted hours so that gate was locked. Further down there is a small car park we parked there and walked in through the swing gate around the lake. Saw some dragon flies and grebes. There was a lady in wheel chair the disabled gate was locked so no entry for her. The A259 is a very busy road so that noise did mar the place.

M
4 years ago

Seen better days.....shame the wind turbine has go...

Seen better days.....shame the wind turbine has gone it was well cool. Shouldn't think the solar panels looking at the state of them work any more either. Walk round still pleasant but wooden walk through in need of bad attention. Too much spent on the tea room!

B
4 years ago

A relaxed and welcoming place. The setting was sp...

A relaxed and welcoming place. The setting was splendid with various little nature trails with signage. The gift shop area was nice with detailed mural showing the nature. Food was nice and the person running the place was really friendly and welcoming.

Dogs are made welcome as are well behaved children.

Would certainly recommend.

G
4 years ago

Some interesting stuff and really friendly and kno...

Some interesting stuff and really friendly and knowledgeable staff. Liked the exhibit showing history of the marsh and how the cinque ports were part of the working a few centuries ago. Was a rainy day so couldn't comment on outside possibilities.

C
4 years ago

The best thing about this place are the staff in t...

The best thing about this place are the staff in the club house it is dangerous for children as my kids went to the toilet and found the chemical cupboard open with no lock on it and when I told a member of staff they just smiled and said it was not his department so on the 2nd day I looked to see if they had put a lock on there was no lock nor the 3rd 4th 5th and so on and I did tell someone every day and all though my stay there but nothing was done the tents where to close together only had 4ft to the next caravan and it was not just me it was all tents and caravans was the same and the swimming pool only holds 18 people and there was 6 of us but the staff in the club house (even though well under staffed )would bend over backwards to to help you would like to say well done to all of them for trying to keep everyone entertained and happy

About Art in Romney Marshes

Art in Romney Marshes: A Unique Blend of Art and Nature

Nature is in crisis, and it needs our help. The world is facing an unprecedented loss of biodiversity, with many species on the brink of extinction. In this context, organizations like Kent Wildlife Trust are playing a crucial role in protecting wildlife across the county. One such initiative by Kent Wildlife Trust is "Art in Romney Marshes," a unique blend of art and nature that celebrates the beauty and diversity of this special landscape.

Located on the south coast of England, Romney Marshes is a vast wetland area that stretches from Rye to Hythe. It is home to a rich variety of flora and fauna, including rare birds such as bitterns, marsh harriers, and avocets. The marshes have inspired artists for centuries, from J.M.W Turner to Paul Nash. Today, "Art in Romney Marshes" continues this tradition by showcasing contemporary art installations that respond to the landscape's natural beauty.

The project began in 2017 as part of Kent Wildlife Trust's wider efforts to engage people with nature through art. Since then, it has grown into an annual event that attracts visitors from all over the world. Each year, a new theme inspires artists to create site-specific installations that explore different aspects of the marshes' ecology.

One notable installation was "The Clearing" by artist Alex Hartley in 2019. This work consisted of a wooden structure resembling an abandoned house that had been reclaimed by nature over time. Visitors could enter the structure and experience how plants had taken over its interior spaces.

Another installation was "Marshscape" by artist Chris Drury in 2018. This work consisted of large-scale sculptures made from locally sourced materials such as willow branches and sheep wool. These sculptures were placed at various locations across the marshes' landscape and created an immersive experience for visitors.

Apart from these large-scale installations, "Art in Romney Marshes" also features smaller works such as paintings, drawings, photographs or videos displayed at various venues throughout Romney Marsh during September each year when it takes place.

The project has received critical acclaim for its innovative approach to engaging people with nature through art while raising awareness about environmental issues affecting our planet today like climate change or habitat destruction due to human activities like agriculture or urbanization which threaten wildlife habitats worldwide including those found within Kent Wildlife Trust's conservation areas like Romney Marsh itself where Art In The Landscape takes place annually since 2017 attracting thousands each year who come together not only enjoy but also learn about their local environment while supporting conservation efforts aimed at preserving these precious landscapes for future generations.


In conclusion,

"Art in Romney Marshes" offers a unique opportunity for visitors to connect with nature through contemporary art installations inspired by one-of-a-kind landscapes found nowhere else on earth! By showcasing how humans can coexist harmoniously alongside wildlife habitats while raising awareness about environmental issues affecting our planet today we hope more people will be inspired take action towards protecting biodiversity wherever they live!