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.
Dorking Christmas Trial
Hunt for gingerbread men and sleighs in shop windows across Dorking. Complete your trail sheet and win cinema tickets in this festive family activity.
Dorking Christmas Festival
Dorking’s biggest day returns with a circus spectacular. Live music, Santa’s Grotto, independent stalls, fairground rides, and festive fun for all.
Small Business Saturday
Celebrate Dorking’s independent businesses with Christmas shopping, carol singing, Santa’s Elf, and free parking all day in council car parks.
Late Night Shopping
Shop until 8pm across Dorking’s independent stores under the Christmas lights, then enjoy dinner or drinks at local pubs and restaurants.
Hello Dorking Christmas Guide 2025
Welcome to Christmas in Dorking, your guide to festive events, independent shopping and seasonal celebrations. From our Christmas Festival on 30th November to the Christmas Trail, Small Business Saturday and late-night shopping, there’s something magical happening every week. Shop local, celebrate local and make this Christmas one to remember.
Our Wonderful 2025 Sponsors
The Christmas Season would be nowhere near as magical without our amazing sponsors. This year we would like to thank:
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.
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 [...]
25th April 2025
An area of Dorking has just become very stylish! Aya Boutique have re-opened on the corner of West Street, transforming the old HSBC bank building into a shopping haven for stylish women. The owner Deborah Koffi has curated a beautiful [...]
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Sponsored by HJP Chartered Financial Planners Catch up over a drink with fellow business owners before the festive season kicks off. Are you on track to achieve both your business and your personal goals? HJP Chartered Financial Planners is situated in South Street, Dorking and specialise in many aspects of wealth management including investment planning, [...]
Take part in the magic in Dorking this Christmas with our Christmas Trail! This year’s Christmas Trail features the most charming wooden sleighs and gingerbread figures all lovingly handcrafted by the talented volunteers at Dorking Men’s Shed. Collect a trail from either S C Fuller or Dorking Halls, look in the windows of the Dorking [...]
Join us for our famous annual Christmas Festival, this year with a Circus theme🎪 Expect a magical day filled with festive fun: ✨ Live music, carols, and performances ✨ Independent stalls full of gifts and goodies ✨ Santa’s Grotto and family entertainment ✨ Fun Fair rides and attractions ✨ Mulled wine, festive food and plenty [...]
Come and discover all that Dorking’s independent businesses have to offer on Small Business Saturday. You can shop local, visit our pop up Mulled Wine and Hot Chocolate stand, enjoy some community Carol singing and look for our Cheeky Elf who will be around town checking the Naughty and Nice list! Our Christmas Trail will [...]
Hello Dorking News
For the latest and greatest news about our brilliant town and the Dorking BID, look no further than Hello Dorking News.
10th November 2025
Take a look at jobs available in Dorking. We will add to this as more jobs become available. We cannot guarantee when roles will be filled so please check with the individual businesses before applying. Naturalmat Full Time and Part [...]
29th October 2025
Hello Dorking, Local Artists, and Community Groups Collaborate on Vibrant Town-Wide Public Art Project Hello Dorking is thrilled to announce the completion of a community art initiative: the installation of stunning new artistic planters across the town centre. These planters, [...]
29th October 2025
Join the vibrant, friendly community at Content Creatures — a creative, collaborative workplace in the heart of Dorking. Ideal for freelancers, a small digital/web, PR or social content agency. Top floor 347 sq ft + eaves storage: Private and unfurnished [...]
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