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Riddlesdown Common, Sanderstead
9° · Partly cloudy nowBest time: Tomorrow 7 am
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Riddlesdown Common

  • 4.6587 reviews
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Riddlesdown Common is a quiet, spacious chalk grassland ideal for peaceful picnics and nature walks. Expect wildflower meadows, panoramic views, winding trails and abundant birdlife — perfect for photography, family outings or solo relaxation.

Quick answers

Riddlesdown Common in short

When is the best time to visit Riddlesdown Common?

It's at its best mornings and afternoons. Wedar also scores every hour of the next five days against the forecast; see the best time on this page.

Is Riddlesdown Common indoors or outdoors?

Outdoors: best on a dry day.

Where is Riddlesdown Common?

Riddlesdown Rd,Kenley, Purley,South Croydon CR8 1EW,United Kingdom.

Right now · 9:45 pm

Why it fits right now

Too dark for it.

Go tomorrow at 7 am instead.

Worth knowing

  • Feels 7° out there
  • Hours unknown: check before you go

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Partly cloudy

Feels
7°
Rain
0%
Wind
8km/h
  1. 10pmOvercast9°
  2. 11pmOvercast9°
  3. 12amLight drizzle10°

The next five days

Best time to go

Scored on the forecast, its opening hours and when it's at its best. Tap a time to see it.

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Before you go

Plan your visit

Hours

Hours aren't listed. Call or check the website before you go.

Where and how

Riddlesdown Rd, Kenley, Purley, South Croydon CR8 1EW, United Kingdom(opens the map)DirectionsTo SandersteadCall+442086608533Websitecityoflondon.gov.uk

Good to know

  • Outdoors
  • Free to visit
  • Good with kids
  • Good for solo
  • Good for couples

From visitors and the venue

What it's like

4.6from 587 reviews

Known for

  • Picnics
  • Nature walks
  • Photography
  • Walking trails
  • Wildlife viewing
  • Picnic areas

The feel

  • Quiet
  • Spacious
  • Family friendly
  • Pet owners
  • Solo friendly

For the next three hours

What to wear to go there now

Leave with a jacket.

Your full outfit
  • JacketThe whole time