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It begins with three words: outstanding natural beauty that is right on your doorstep. Dorking boasts incredible outdoor spaces that draw those with an independent, free spirit to our town. With access from the M25, Guildford and Gatwick, and an easy train ride from London by train (and with three train stations), Dorking is an easy get-away.
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Dorking satisfies the appetite of the weekender-cyclist who craves a bit of the wild outdoors or the collector who’s been searching for the perfect miniature George III mahogany chest of drawers on our Antique Row in West Street. Dorking is renowned for its independent spirit and heritage – just visit our Dorking Museum, noted by BBC Surrey as one of their ‘Things to Do’ in Surrey.
Visit and take tea the only remaining Pilgrim home in the United Kingdom – American Presidents claim ancestry to the Mullins family through William’s daughter Priscilla Alden.
But there’s so much more to Dorking than its past – it has a thriving cultural and independent shopping scene. It is home to local, independent traders, quirky boutiques, a vibrant art scene, a Farmer’s Market-like Sustainable Food Float, and to the Michelin-starred, award-winning Sorrel, AA’s Restaurant of the Year – England.
Thanks to visionaries, dreamers and well, Dorkinians, this quintessential market town is leading revolutions in local food, pastry, craft spirits and beer, putting Dorking on the world’s culinary radar.
Dorking has activities for both active parents and children, like the Dorking Sports Centre, Dorking Halls and the Meadowbank Playground and Softplay as well as incredible outdoor spaces at National Trust locations like Polesden Lacey, Leith Hill, Ranmore Common, and Box Hill.
We’ve even got an award-winning vineyard on our doorstep. Denbies Wine Estate is arguably the most beautiful (and largest) in the whole of the United Kingdom.
If you can’t decide what to do first, whether you have an afternoon, a weekend or a week, check out Dorking’s upcoming events or our local’s guide that will satisfy your appetite to escape the expected and explore Dorking. Also, we are launching a new website so stay tuned for a clean, modern new look and feel.
In the meantime, download our Dorking LoyalFreeApp to check out our local offers and destination guide and sign up for our e-newsletter on our website to stay in touch on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook at @HelloDorking.
Dorking is a hidden gem in the heart of the Surrey Hills.
Map & Directions
Road Directions
How to get to Dorking
Only 45 minutes from London, with three train stations to choose from, and moments from Gatwick and the M25, Dorking is perfectly situated in the heart of the Surrey Hills.
By Car
Exit from Junction 9 of the M25, and then continue on to the A24 towards Dorking, turn right at the junction of the A24/A25 into town.
Alternatively, exit from Junction 10 of the M25 and then continue on the A25 towards Dorking, going straight over the A24/A25 junction into town.
From Guildford, use the A25 and from Gatwick use the A217 and A25.
Parking
Parking is a breeze with our DorkingLoyalFree App or by using Parkopedia.
Public Transport Directions
By Train
Each of Dorking’s three train stations are served by trains from both Victoria and Waterloo (approximately 45 minutes). For train times please visit www.nationalrail.co.uk.
Getting to Dorking from our stations is a breeze. Here are maps from Dorking’s main and Dorking Deepdene stations and from Dorking West .
By Bus
Dorking is well served by a reliable bus service. Visit the Surrey County Council website for the Bus Timetables.
By Footpath
The countryside around Dorking is widely acknowledged to be one of the finest for walking and rambling. Take the hike up to view Dorking from Box Hill and then a gentle stroll to any of our lovely pubs. Walking trails in Dorking are not to be missed!
Awards
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Visit Surrey Member
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Friday, 14th July 2023 - Friday, 14th July 2023
Dreams of the Wild at Dorking HallsFRIDAY 14 JULY- more info
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