Rede Common facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Rede Common |
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Rede Common Sandy Banks Walk
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| Type | Local Nature Reserve |
| Location | Strood, Kent |
| OS grid | TQ719693 |
| Area | 11.2 hectares (28 acres) |
| Managed by | Friends of Rede Common |
| Website | http://redecommon.org.uk |
Rede Common is a special place in Strood, Kent, where nature thrives! It's a Local Nature Reserve, which means it's protected because of its important plants and animals. This lovely area is about 11.2 hectares (28 acres) (that's about 28 football fields!) and is looked after by Medway Council along with a group called Friends of Rede Common.
What is Rede Common?
Many local people call Rede Common 'Sandy Banks'. This is because of the sandy soil underneath, which comes from something called the 'Thanet Beds'. These are layers of sand and clay that were formed a very long time ago.
Before it became a nature reserve, Rede Common was used as farmland. Farmers used it for grazing animals, growing crops, and even for market gardening (growing vegetables and fruits to sell).
Today, Rede Common is mostly open acid grasslands. This type of grassland grows well in sandy, acidic soil. It's surrounded by areas of scrub (small bushes) and trees, making it a home for many different kinds of wildlife.
Exploring Rede Common
You can easily visit Rede Common! There are several places to enter, including from Watling Street, Hyacinth Road, and Columbine Close.
A walking path called the Strood Community Trail also goes right through Rede Common. It's a great way to explore the reserve and enjoy nature.
