Activities at Bookham Commons

The Bookham Common butterfly walk
Bookham Common is a favoured home for the rare and magnificent Purple Emperor butterfly. This is due to decades of work by our rangers to protect the specialist habitats it needs. This walking trail takes you through one of the best woods in England for sighting the elusive Purple Emperor butterfly.
- Easy
- 30 mins
- 1.5 miles (2.4km)

Bookham Commons train walk
Bookham station is on the line between Guildford and London and is just a few hundred yards from Bookham Commons. The Commons offer a glorious sanctuary in summer for walks, picnics, birdwatching, Frisbee throwing.
- Easy
- 2 hours
- 3.0 miles (4.8km)

Bookham Commons activity trail
Explore Bookham Commons with this easy stroll through the woods
- Easy
- 1 hour 30 mins
- 2.5 miles (4.0km)

Things to see and do at Bookham Commons
Get closer to nature and enjoy a day in the great outdoors. From little walks to bigger trails, cycling to horse riding paths, there's something for everyone at Bookham Commons.