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.
Here is your Easter, Week One special of what’s on in and around Dorking. Fri 27th March - Sun 12th April - Easter Egg Hunt at Dorking Museum Sat 28th March - Sun 12th April - Friends Of Dorking Easter Hunt Mon 30th March - Fri 3rd April - 10am & 11am - Easter [...]
Hello Dorking are again teaming up with Dorking Halls for our ever-popular family crafts sessions. To celebrate Easter and The Little Mermaid Pantomime at Dorking Halls we will be creating Under the Sea and Easter Crafts this time. The sessions are free but pre-booking is essential. Please choose from an hour slot and join us [...]
Hello Dorking are offering a free First Aid course for BID levy paying businesses. Local First Aid Trainer, Debs Taylor, will run the course at Pippbrook House, Dorking. We can offer 1 free space to businesses. If you would like to take up this offer please fill out the expression of interest form below and [...]
Join us for an after work walk and drink as we explore the beautiful town centre surroundings. Meet at 5:30pm for a 5:45pm start at The Surrey Yeoman Pub, 220-222 High Street, Dorking. We will then go on a riverside walk that will last up to an hour, returning to the Surrey Yeoman Pub for [...]
Hello Dorking News
For the latest and greatest news about our brilliant town and the Dorking BID, look no further than Hello Dorking News.
26th March 2026
Surrey hairdresser and salon owner Teresa Weller is celebrating an exceptional moment in her career after securing finalist positions across three of the UK hair industry’s most prestigious national awards, and winning Best New Salon at the Hair Magazine Awards and Design [...]
12th March 2026
With the Easter Holidays fast approaching Dorking has you covered with plenty of ways to enjoy this spring time holiday. Family Easter Holiday Activities in Dorking Live Performance, Cinema and Crafts at Dorking Halls Hello Dorking are once again teaming [...]
12th March 2026
Mother’s Day is on Sunday and here are just a few ways you can spoil her in Dorking. Gifts for Mother's Day in Dorking Victoria’s Little Bra Shop Book a mother-and-daughter fitting appointment and enjoy a glass of bubbles plus [...]
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