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Butterfly season is one of the most spectacular sights on the Commons during the summer months, and there’s no better time to enjoy it than during the Big Butterfly Count Run by Butterfly Conservation, this nationwide survey returns from Friday 17 July to Sunday 9 August, inviting everyone to take part in the world’s largest butterfly survey Whether you’re a regular visitor to Banstead Commons or simply enjoy spending time outdoors,...
Read MoreWe are going ahead with tomorrow's Summer Butterfly Walk and look forward to welcoming you to Banstead Heath However, in light of the continued hot weather, and with tomorrow forecast to be the hottest day of the week, we would like to provide you with some important guidance: Bring plenty of water with you Take rest breaks where needed and sip water frequently to stay hydrated Dress appropriately for the heat—lightweight,...
Read MoreBanstead Commons is home to a rich variety of grassland, scrub, and woodland habitats that support a wide range of wildlife Ticks are a natural part of these environments and are commonly found in areas such as long grass, dense vegetation, and woodland edges While most tick bites are harmless, some ticks can carry infections such as Lyme disease Visitors are encouraged to take a few simple precautions to reduce the risk of bites while...
Read MoreBanstead Downs, one of Surrey’s most treasured chalk grasslands, has long been a haven for wildlife — and now, thanks to local volunteer Neil Gray, its natural wonders are being beautifully showcased online for everyone to enjoy Neil returned to the UK in retirement, having spent many years working as a Geologist in Africa and began visiting the Downs as a personal project to become reacquainted with the flora and fauna of the...
Read MoreBanstead Commons are treasured natural spaces within our local community—a place where wildlife thrives and residents enjoy peaceful walks and scenic views But this special area is under threat from a growing problem: illegal green waste fly-tipping While it might seem harmless to dump garden clippings or prunings on the commons, this practice is not only illegal, it’s also ecologically damaging Green waste often contains invasive...
Read MoreNature Nurtures We are collaborating with the Mary Frances Trust to deliver FREE nature-based group activities for adults (16+) in Surrey Downs to support mental and emotional wellbeing Spending time in nature is a proven way to reduce stress, lift mood and enhance physical health No experience is needed and we will provided all the guidance and tools you will need This project is open to all Surrey Downs...
Read MoreBanstead Commons Conservators would like to invite local residents to a joint action meeting to tackle the issue of off-road bikes on Banstead Downs We will be joined by Inspector Jon Vale and Sergeant Andy Prowse from Surrey Police with Support from Councillor Lisa Webster as well as senior managers of Banstead Downs Golf Club and Walton Heath Golf Club We are very grateful to Banstead Downs Golf Club for hosting this important meeting on...
Read MoreWe are a nation of dog lovers with the Dogs Trust estimating that there are as many as 13 million dogs in the UK The Love Dogs, Love Nature Project, facilitated by Surrey Hills Natural Landscapes, has recently been set up to provide joined up education, advice and to develop constructive ideas on how to best manage the relationship between dogs and our natural environment Our staff attended their recent event on Thursday 27 March, with Dr...
Read MoreBanstead Commons Conservators launched their Professional Dog Walking Licence Scheme this month From the 1 April, all commercial dog walkers who are paid and insured animal care workers are required to be licenced if they take dogs in their care onto Banstead Commons The scheme has been introduced in response to an unprecedented increase in commercial dog walking activities on the Commons putting visitors and wildlife at risk Our...
Read MoreBanstead Commons Conservators are implementing a professional dog walking licence scheme on Banstead Commons from 1 April, 2025 From this date, all professional dog walkers operating their business on any of our four sites (Banstead Heath, Banstead Downs, Park Downs and Burgh Heath) must be licensed to walk on them Dog walking companies who have not registered their operations once this is in effect, will be in breach of our bye laws and...
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