Kenley Common and Riddlesdown are excellent walking terrains. The airfield's crucial role on Kenley Common during World War Two is legendary. The commemorative panels, placed at various parts of the airfield, are well worth reading for they inform walkers about the airfield's history. But take care to adhere to the warning signs about the present-day gliders!

It is worth exploring the woods to the north of the airfield. The total number of miles for this easy, level, circular walk is about two. There is car parking on Hayes Lane, Kenley outside the airfield. Alternatively you can walk to Kenley Common via Hillcrest Road in Whyteleafe. Refreshments can be obtained at the Wattenden Arms in nearby Old Lodge Lane, reputed to have been a favourite with airmen and containing pictures and artefacts associated with the airfield.

Riddlesdown, adjacent to the A22 at Kenley, has a track along the hill top and parts follow a Roman road which once connected London with the south coast. The track passes a disused chalk quarry which is a nature reserve and SSSI (Site of Special Scientific Interest). Along the grassy track there are splendid panoramic views, and on fine days skylarks sing above fields full of grasses and wild flowers. The track is less than two miles long. To access, a car park is situated south of Riddlesdown Road in Purley and there are local trains and buses. If you are feeling energetic, you could add an extra mile to the Riddlesdown walk by starting from Whyteleafe Recreation Ground in Hillbury Road. The recreation ground has a good-sized car park and The Whyteleafe Tavern pub nearby for refreshments before or after the walk.