Guided Walk Programme 2026

Banstead Commons Conservators host a programme of guided walks each year.  They are a great opportunity to understand how and why the Commons are conserved to enhance biodiversity as well as their history and archaeology.  You will also enjoy beautiful landscapes that could take you back in time to a world of tranquil beauty and clean fresh air. 

Walk numbers are limited with tickets available on Eventbrite.  Tickets cost £5.  Dogs on leads are welcome.

Dates and locations

Dawn Chorus Walk on Banstead Heath

Friday 1st May, 2026
6am until 8am

Banstead Heath
Meet point TBC

Join Conservator David Hatcher for a walk around Banstead Heath and enjoy the euphony of bird song that can be heard on the common during peak breeding season. We’ll help you to identify birds by their song and find out more about the nesting preferences of our much-loved British birds.

Tickets cost £5.

Fungi Foray on Banstead Heath

Wednesday 7th October 2026
10am until 12.30pm

Location: Banstead Heath, Mill Road Tadworth KT20 7TE

Do you know your amanitas from your boletus?
Join our leisurely wander across the heath to learn more about the recyclers of the natural world and why they’re so important to our survival.

Tickets cost £5.

Dogs on leads are welcome.

Winter Bird Walk on Park Downs

Wednesday 28th October 2026
10am until 12pm.

Location: Park Downs, Holly Lane Banstead SM7 2FG

Join Banstead Commons Conservators for a guided walk on Park Downs taking in the dramatic scenery of our chalk downland to spot our winter migrant birds.

Tickets cost £5

Dogs on leads are welcome.

"Banstead Downs is a precious site with such floristic diversity.  It was an amazing experience to see so many Chalkhill Blues and Brimstones.  It was simply one of the best days ever that I've had butterfly spotting!"