A FUN-PACKED annual day of activities also celebrated the 50th anniversary of the first north Kent RSPB reserve.
More than 3,500 people enjoyed wildlife activities, guided walks and pony rides at RSPB Northward Hill's fourth Wildlife and Country Fair.
There was also craft demonstrations, sheep shearing, hand bell ringing and clog-dancing.
The free event was organised by the RSPB and Friends of the North Kent Marshes.
RSPB Northward Hill was acquired in 1956 and is well-known for being the home of the UK's largest heron breeding ground.
Friends of the North Kent Marshes spokesman Joan Darwell said: "The Wildlife and Country Fair is a great day out for people to find out what the marshes have to offer."
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