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Things to see in Dorking (United Kingdom): 41 places and when to go
Dorking is a town in United Kingdom, and this site lists 41 places in and around it, mainly Nature (21), Wildlife (18), History (8). The best known are Leith Hill, Betchworth Castle and Noor Mosque, Crawley. The best time to come is April to September; also possible: February to March, October and December. In June there are 16 h 19 of daylight, and in December, 7 h 40. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- United Kingdom · 51.2119, -0.3248
- Places
- 41 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Nature (21) · Wildlife (18) · History (8) · Temples (5) · Food and drink (5) · Mountains (3)
- Best time
- April to September.
- Also possible
- February to March, October and December.
- Nearest airport
- LGW London, 12 km as the crow flies
What to see in Dorking
The places in and around Dorking, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Leith HillHill in Surrey, United Kingdom5.1 km
- Betchworth CastleCastle in Brockham, Mole Valley, Surrey, England, UK3.5 km
- Noor Mosque, CrawleyMosque in Crawley13 km
- Wotton House, SurreyCountry house hotel in Wotton, Surrey, England, UK4.9 km
- Colley HillHill in Surrey, England, UK8.9 km
- Hatchlands ParkGrade I listed historic house museum in East Clandon, Surrey, United Kingdom (National Trust property)11 km
- Providence Chapel, CharlwoodChurch in Mole Valley, UK9.6 km
- Reigate CastleCastle in Reigate, Surrey, England, UK8.7 km
- Church of St Mary & St Nicholas, LeatherheadChurch in Leatherhead, Surrey, England, UK9.0 km
- West Horsley PlaceCountry house in West Horsley, Surrey, England, UK10 km
- Ashtead CommonWooded area in Surrey, England13 km
- Cherkley CourtBuilding in Mole Valley, Surrey, England, UK7.3 km
- Epsom CommonPark in United Kingdom13 km
- Gatwick Aviation MuseumAviation museum in Charlwood, Surrey10 km
- Holmbury HillWoodland in Surrey, England7.9 km
- Inholms Clay PitIntroduction to Inholms Clay Pit297 m
- Lowfield Heath WindmillWindmill in Charlwood, Mole Valley, England, UK9.1 km
- Newdigate BrickworksNature reserve5.7 km
- Oxmoor CopseWoodland in Surrey, England7.3 km
- St James's Church, Abinger CommonChurch in Abinger, Surrey, England, UK5.7 km
- St. Michael's Churchyard, MicklehamChurchyard in Mickleham, United Kingdom6.2 km
- Thames Down Link15-mile footpath in south-east England13 km
- Beehive, Gatwick AirportFormer terminal building and current office complex in Gatwick Airport14 km
- Wallis WoodNature reserve in Surrey, United Kingdom9.7 km
And the other 17, by what you come to do:
- Nature: [Coldharbour Common [Leith Hill]](/paises/europa/reino-unido/coldharbour-common-leith-hill/), [Duke's Warren [Leith Hill]](/paises/europa/reino-unido/duke-s-warren-leith-hill/), Headley Heath, Holmwood Common, Hurtwood, Netley Heath, Norbury Park, Nutfield Marsh Nature Reserve, Sheepleas, Shere Woodlands, [The Severells Estate [Leith Hill]](/paises/europa/reino-unido/the-severells-estate-leith-hill/), White Downs
- Food and drink: Dorking Brewery, Dropkick Brewery, Pilgrim Brewery & Tap Room, Surrey Hills Brewery, Trailhead
When to go to Dorking
The best time to visit Dorking is April to September; also possible: February to March, October and December. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanBetter not8:08
- FebPossible9:43
- MarPossible11:32
- AprBest time13:35
- MayBest time15:20
- JunBest time16:19
- JulBest time15:55
- AugBest time14:22
- SepBest time12:22
- OctPossible10:23
- NovBetter not8:35
- DecPossible7:40
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 16 h 19 of daylight, and in December, 7 h 40. In April, 41 of the 41 places are at their best.
When to go to United Kingdom in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Dorking
The nearest main airport is London Gatwick Airport (LGW, London), 12 km as the crow flies. How to get around United Kingdom (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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And all of United Kingdom, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Dorking?
The best known: Leith Hill, Betchworth Castle, Noor Mosque, Crawley, Wotton House, Surrey, Colley Hill. In all, 41 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Dorking?
April to September; also possible: February to March, October and December. In June there are 16 h 19 of daylight, and in December, 7 h 40.
How do you get to Dorking?
The nearest main airport is London Gatwick Airport (LGW), 12 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Dorking as the destination and these 41 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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