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a Historic Market Town in the county of Surrey

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About Dorking

It is here that romantically Lord Nelson and Lady Hamilton said their good byes before Nelson departed for the Battle of Trafalgar in the year 1805. The inn they stayed at was called the Hare and Hounds in the 19th-century but is now known as the Burford Bridge Hotel and stands in a lovely position close to the River Mole. Another important visitor to the town was Charles Dickens who stayed at the White Horse, a building of 15th-century origin.

A feature of this ancient Market town is the wonderful Bow fronted shop windows that face out from the clusters of buildings that line the narrow old streets. It is a pleasant town, surrounded by green hills and some of the finest countryside to be found anywhere. From the top of Leith Hill which climbs to a magnificent 950ft, 12 counties can be seen, it is the highest point in the south-east of England. The famous composer, Ralph Vaughan-Williams made his home at Leith Hill Place

The town relies heavily on agriculture and many farms are to be found interspersed in the countryside and villages that surround the town. It is a very pleasant place to visit, there is a nearby Golf course and good shopping facilities. Other places in the area are; the NT property of Polesden Lacy and Bocketts Farm Park.

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Hotels & Accommodation in Dorking

	Mercure White Horse Dorking High Street, Dorking, Surrey, England (0.0 miles, 0.1 km) The Mercure White Horse Hotel Dorking is a coaching inn with a lovely Dickensian flavour. With its old oak beams, open log fires and inviting lounge, it is ideal for meeting friends or business collea... More info and book online.. Price from £120.00
	Mercure Burford Bridge Boxhill At The Foot Of Box Hill, Dorking, Surrey, England (1.5 miles, 2.5 km, direction N) Nestling at the foot of Box Hill, the Mercure Burford Bridge Hotel is situated in one of the most beautiful parts of Surrey, close to London, the M25 network and famous attractions such as Polesden La... More info and book online.. Price from £145.00
	De Vere Venues Hartsfield Manor Sandy Lane, Betchworth, Surrey, England (3.0 miles, 4.9 km, direction E) Hartsfield Manor is the perfect melange of majesty and serenity, this beautiful Victorian venue offers the ideal atmosphere for meetings, learning or just pure relaxation. Easily accessible from Londo... More info and book online.. Price from £55.00
	Wotton House Guildford, Dorking, Surrey, Surrey, England (3.2 miles, 5.1 km, direction SW) Located in 20 acres of landscaped gardens the hotel offers peaceful surroundings in the Surrey Hills, just 40 minutes by train from London. Wotton house is well situated for exploring the Surrey H... More info and book online.. Price from £130.00
	The Dukes Head Horsham Rd, Beare Green, Dorking, Surrey, England (4.0 miles, 6.5 km, direction S) This enchanting hotel is situated in the lea of the picturesque North Downs in Surrey, being only three miles from the old market town of Dorking. Proud new owners of the Dukes Head hotel we offer... More info and book online.. Price from £50.00

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Nearby travel help

Dorking West Station	(0.6 miles, 1.0 km)
Dorking (Deepdene) Station	(0.6 miles, 1.0 km)
M25 Junction 9	(5.1 miles, 8.2 km, direction N)
M25 Junction 9	(5.6 miles, 9.1 km, direction N)
London Gatwick Airport	(8.7 miles, 14.0 km, direction SE)
London Heathrow Airport	(17.4 miles, 28.0 km, direction N)
Dorking to London	(21.0 miles, 33.8 km, direction NE)