Dorking Attractions

Dorking (pop. 21,654) is a popular town with visitors, situated on the banks of the River Mole.
Dorking is well-known throughout the world for its antique dealers, its modern leisure centre and shopping on the three main streets.

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The Polesden Lacey mansion is home to the Grenville art collection, with works by such names as Reynolds, Lawrence, Raeburn, along with Renaissance furniture and Flemish tapestries.

Box Hill

Near Dorking is Box Hill (590ft/180m), with numerous beeches as well as the box trees from which it takes its name, is also much visited in summer, because of its superb views.
This site was featured in Jane Austen's book Emma as the site of one of Mrs. Elton's 'exploring parties'.

Address

Box Hill
The Old Fort
Box Hill Road, Box Hill
Tadworth
Dorking KT20 7LB
England

http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/main/w-vh/w-visits/w-findaplace/w-boxhill/

Tips

Open all year. Dogs allowed, but must be kept under control as sheep are grazing. Parking is free for National Trust Members.

Parking

Pay

Disabled

Full facilities for persons with disabilities.

Guides

Interpretive sessions sometimes available.

Facilities

Gift shop
Restaurant or food service

Transit

BritRail: Boxhill

Gatton Manor Golf & Country Club

The club has an 18-hole, championship golf course and pro shop as well as tennis courts, bowls and fishing opportunities.

Address

Gatton Manor Golf & Country Club
Standon Lane, Ockley
North Dorking RH5 5PQ
England

http://www.gattonmanor.co.uk

Facilities

Gift shop
On-site accomodations
Restaurant or food service

Triple Bar Riding Centre

The center keeps the famous pure-bred Sariah Arabians. Rides along 6,000 acres of countryside (no road work) is available on the small Arabians or own horses. Tuition, hourly hacks, day rides and weekly holidays are available.

Address

Triple Bar Riding Centre
Home Farm Cottage
Broadmoor
Abinger Common
Dorking RH5 6JY
England

Facilities

On-site accomodations
Restaurant or food service