Welcome to Hello Dorking
Your Dorking Business Improvement District. This is your hub for discovering local events, unique shopping experiences, and exclusive offers in the heart of Dorking town centre.
Say Hello to Dorking!
Whether you are planning your first visit to the town or you were born and bred here there is plenty to discover in Dorking! We have put together a number of itineraries based around different interests. So if you have a day or longer you’ll find plenty to do in Dorking, the heart of Surrey.
16th January 2026
There’s no need to hibernate this winter—Dorking has plenty to keep you occupied. From cosy corners to community wildlife walks and glowing festivals, here are our simple, feel-good ideas for getting out and about while the frost is on the [...]
9th September 2025
As part of Dorking’s Walking Festival, Hello Dorking and Dorking Museum and Heritage Centre are delighted to share a fascinating town centre walk inspired by the composer Ralph Vaughan Williams Although born in Gloucestershire, Vaughan Williams had strong Surrey connections [...]
19th July 2025
Dorking is beautiful to explore in any type of weather, but when it is pouring with rain you may prefer to discover some of the inside delights of our lovely town. Here's our top things to do in Dorking on [...]
6th May 2025
This article was updated May 2025 If you’re the kind of traveller who revels in the thrill of an unexpected find, welcome. If you’ve already uncovered Dorking’s charms, congratulations. You’re in on the secret. But if you haven’t? Well, let’s [...]
What’s On
Do you have an event coming up in Dorking? Share your details using our simple form and we’ll add your event to the calendar if appropriate.
Welcome to your weekly roundup of what’s happening in and around Dorking this weekend. Expect lots of love in the air for Valentine's Day! Check out our roundup of restaurants too. Friday 13th February: 🫛8:30am - 2pm - Dorking Friday Market in St Martins Walk Car Park 🍒8:30am - 2pm - Food Float next to [...]
🎲Mon - Fri - Game n Play Cafe open 12pm - 10pm 🤸Mon - Fri - 9:30am, 11:30am, 1:30pm & 3:30pm Soft Play at Silvermere ♟️Mon - Thurs - 10am - 12pm - Free Half Term Fun at Dorking Halls 🔴Mon - Fri - 10am - 4pm - Soft Play at Burgundy and Black [...]
As part of the Dorking Festival of Light we are inviting families to come and make and decorate their own wooden lantern to then bring to the Festival of Light procession straight afterwards. Details Friday 20th February - 2pm to 5pm to make your lantern. Full materials including an LED tealight will be provided for [...]
Something new is coming to Dorking… and it’s going to shine. 🌟 This February, we’ll be bringing a little warmth and light to the town with Dorking’s very first Festival of Light. ✨ When the nights are still dark and winter feels long, we’re creating an evening that brings people together, with handmade lanterns, a [...]
Hello Dorking News
For the latest and greatest news about our brilliant town and the Dorking BID, look no further than Hello Dorking News.
12th February 2026
We’ve got some BIG BID news to share with you Hello Dorking came home from the National BID Awards on Monday 10th February, 2026 with TWO awards: Gold – Best Event of the Year for our VE Day celebration Silver [...]
5th February 2026
Valentine’s Day is coming to Dorking - book your table now! Whether you’re going all in with the romance, having a relaxed dinner, or planning a Galentine’s night, Dorking’s restaurants are pulling out all the stops for you. Here’s some [...]
24th January 2026
Ever found yourself thinking - what is Hello Dorking? Well, it’s the town’s Business Improvement District (BID) - an independent organisation funded by local businesses to support Dorking’s economy, high street and sense of place. We represent over 300 businesses [...]
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