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Little Bookham
ℹ️Practical info — Little Bookham
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🌤 Weather — 5 days
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💡 Tips
- Find the 1,300-year-old yew tree in the All Saints churchyard, which is significantly older than the stone church itself.
- Look for the grave of Sir Barnes Wallis, the inventor of the famous bouncing bomb, in the local churchyard.
- Walk down Manor House Lane for an easy on the eye view of historic cottages and the impressive Tithe Barn.
- Combine your visit with Great Bookham; the two villages are connected by lovely leafy footpaths.
🍽 Food
Enjoy a traditional British meal by the open fire in this 16th-century historic pub.
Visit this modern cafe for an Indian-inspired breakfast or their popular Friday Thali night.
An excellent spot nearby for handmade artisan breads and specialty cakes.
🛍 Shopping · 🧘 Quiet spots
Look for these award-winning local jams and chutneys in nearby farm shops, made right in the area.
Check local notice boards for seasonal markets often held in nearby community halls featuring local crafts.
A very peaceful spot with ancient trees and a sense of deep historical connection.
A quieter section of the National Trust commons, good for undisturbed birdwatching.
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Little Bookham is a photogenic and tranquil settlement in the Mole Valley district of Surrey, England. While it is physically adjacent to the larger Great Bookham, it maintains its own distinct identity characterized by a more secluded, rural atmosphere. The village's historical core is the All Saints Church, a modest but beautiful 12th-century structure that remains a place of worship and historical interest. Another key feature of the area is the Manor House School, a private preparatory school for girls located within a magnificent historic manor house surrounded by landscaped grounds. Little Bookham is highly valued for its proximity to nature, specifically Bookham Common, a large area of ancient oak woodland and grassland managed by the National Trust. This proximity provides residents and visitors with ample opportunities for walking and wildlife spotting. The village's architecture includes several Grade II listed buildings and former farmsteads, contributing to its authentic English countryside feel while remaining a prime residential spot for commuters.
- Location: United Kingdom, United Kingdom
- Top sights: All Saints' Church · Little Bookham Manor · Bookham Commons
- Nearby: Leatherhead (5 km)
- Population: ~11.375
Best time to visit & climate
The most pleasant time to visit is Jun–Aug.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avg °C | 4 | 4 | 6 | 9 | 12 | 16 | 18 | 17 | 15 | 11 | 7 | 5 |
| Rain mm | 68 | 56 | 52 | 44 | 57 | 58 | 60 | 67 | 46 | 77 | 77 | 74 |
Geography
Facts
- All Saints Church was originally built in the 12th century.
- The Manor House School is housed in an 18th-century mansion.
- The village is adjacent to the Bookham Common nature reserve.
- It falls under the Mole Valley local government district.
- The area is famous for its ancient oak woodlands.
- It is located near the main London to Guildford railway line.
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Sights in the town Little Bookham (15)
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