Rainham Recreation Ground dates from 1890, originally designated as commemorating Queen Victoria's Golden Jubilee of 1887, the land had previously been agricultural land. Previously aquired for use by the local Cricket and Football Clubs, the area now exists as an area for general recreation with a children's play area, small climbing wall, basketball net and an adjacent carpark. Its minimal history is well documented, especially demonstrating the increase in municipal, public open spaces as social awareness into health and sport increased from the victorian period.