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Heard about the Optometrists Open Day in Dorking? Here’s what you need to know: If you’ve been meaning to get your eyesight checked or update your eyewear then here’s the perfect chance - The Optical Studio in Dorking is hosting a FREE Open Day. And it’s not for your eyes only! They offer hearing screening too, to make sure your ears get as much care as your eyes. Here’s what you can expect on the day: ✔️ Get a free hearing screening ✔️ Try on the latest eyewear – freshen up your look with brand-new frames. ✔️ Enter prize giveaways ✔️ Enjoy refreshments & nibbles ✔️ Chat with the friendly team for expert advice 📅 Saturday 1st March ⏰ 10am – 2pm 📍 The Optical Studio, Dorking You can drop in anytime, or if you’d prefer to book a time slot, just give them a call: 📞 01306 875201 This is a great way to check in on your health, meet your local experts in eye and ear care, and maybe even find your perfect new frames! Don’t miss it! #HelloDorking #FreshStartFebruary #DorkingOpticians #HearingHealth #EyeCare #Dorking #DorkingHighStreet #TheOpticalStudio #SurreyOptician #Opticians

Get your life in order with Dorking’s local experts! Fresh Start February is all about getting things done, and if your finances are at the top of your to do list then stop putting it off and visit this Dorking business who are waiting to help. 💰 Skipton Building Society are here to support you in taking charge of your finances! Fiercely proud of their position on the high street, they are open on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday, and offer free initial discussions on: ✔️ Savings ✔️ Investments ✔️ Pensions Advice ✔️ Retirement Planning ✔️ Inheritance Tax Planning Pop in for a chat and set yourself up for a financially successful year! Fresh Start February is the time for new beginnings, so make the most of the expert help available right here in Dorking to get your life admin tasks ticked off. #FreshStartFebruary #Dorking #SurreySolicitors #SkiptonBuildingSociety #DorkingBusiness #DorkingBusinesses #SurreyHills #SurreyUK #SurreyLawFirm #DorkingHighStreet #SurreyBusiness Skipton Building Society

If you love the outdoors then it’s time for a new hobby - here’s one you can tackle… 🎣 With Spring on the horizon it’s a great time to get on the water and try your hand at fishing, and SC Fuller on South Street, Dorking has everything you need. Whether it’s rods, reel, tackle or bait, they have everything to get you started. And as Dorking’s oldest business, established in 1892, they certainly have some know-how, from gear recommendations, to the best local lakes. 🌊 With a friendly and experienced team, you’ll be in good hands for getting your kit together. And as the Surrey centre for all things Yeti you’ll be sorted for your time in the wild, think coolers, insulated drinkware for hot and cold drinks, water bottles, beverage buckets and even dog bowls! So make this February the time you start something new - get yourself to SC Fuller for all you need to cast your first line! #HelloDorking #FreshStartFebruary #NewHobby #SurreyFishing #Dorking #DorkingSurrey #FishingShop #CarpFishingUK #FishingUK #SurreyHills

Get that salon fresh feeling with these brand new offers from Teresa Weller Hair Art. Because everyone deserves a good hair day! 💇🏻♀️ Blowdry Bundle – Get four professional blow dries each month with an amazing £110 saving. More shine, more volume, more confidence, but less cost! Refer a Friend – Tell a pal who books at the salon too and you’ll both get £20 off a cut and blow dry. Because great hair is even better when you share! Don’t delay to get your hand on these great discounts as part of Hello Dorking’s Fresh Start February. Teresa and her talented team are on hand to help you refresh your look so you’re sparking for spring. ✨ Book your appointment: 📍 Pop into Teresa Weller Hair Art on Dorking High Street. ☎️ 01306 880885 📲 Book now: https://buff.ly/438B8NU #HelloDorking #FreshStartFebruary #DorkingSalon #DorkingHighStreet #AwardWinningSalon #SurreyHairSalon #SurreyBlowDry #Dorking #SurreyHair

Welcome to your weekly rundown of what’s happening in and around Dorking this weekend. Fresh Start February Focal Weekend, find out who is taking part by visiting https://buff.ly/3D1JmwE Friday 21st February: 🥦 8:30am - 2:00pm - Dorking Friday Market in St Martins Walk Car Park 🍓 8:30am - 2:00pm - Food Float next to Boots Opticians - Fresh Start Feb Tasters 🎽 10:00am - 1:00pm - The Community Wardrobe at The Dorking Christian Centre 🥖 10:00am - 11:30 - The Community Fridge at The Dorking Christian Centre 🏠 10:00am - 12:00pm - Property Landlord Clinic at The Watermill 💵 10:30am - 2:30pm - Bill Clinic at Putty Cakes 🎭 8:30pm - Screaming Blue Murder Comedy Club at Dorking Halls 🎶 9:00pm - Tony Patience Band at The Old House 📝 8:00pm - 10:00pm - Spring Fling Serenade at Westcott Village Hub 🎸 9:00pm - JVL Band at the Star Saturday 22nd February: 🫛 8:30am - 2:00pm - Food Float next to Boots Opticians - Fresh Start Feb Tasters ☕️ 9:30am - 5:00pm - Warm Welcome Space at The Dorking Library 🏉 2:00pm - Dorking Women vs Seaford, Dorking Men vs Old Albanian at The Big Field 🏊♀️ 1:00pm - 2:00pm - Free Health Checks and Free Lane Swim at Dorking Sports Centre ⚽️ 3:00pm - Dorking Wanderers vs Farnborough at Meadowbank Stadium 🎨 3:00pm - Painting Demo at Westcott and Williams ✍🏼 3:15 - 4:15pm - Mindfulness Adult Colouring Group at Dorking Library ✨ 7:00pm - Professional Chamber Choir, Beyond the Stars at St Martin’s Church 🎸 8:00pm - Supreme Queen at Dorking Halls 🎷 8:00pm - Singer and Sax Duo Night at the Surrey Yeoman 🎵 9:00pm - Eclectix ft. Rasputin LIVE at The Kings Arms Sunday 23rd February: ☕️ 8:00am - 8:00pm - Warm Welcome Spaces at Dorking Sports Centre 🏊♀️ 9:30am - 4:00pm - Family Fun Swim at Dorking Sports Centre 🕰️ 10:00am - 4:00pm - Dorking Antiques & Decorative Fair at Dorking Halls Have a great weekend! Send us your upcoming events to be included in our weekly update by tagging us at @hellodorking. #FridayUpdate #Weekend #WhatsOn #SurreyLife #SurreyEvents #WeeklyEventsInDorking #HourFromLondon #SurreyHills #DorkingEvents #LiveEvents #ThingsToDoInSurrey #HelloDorking #VisitSurrey #VisitDorking #SurreyHills #LoveDorking

Why Eternal Tattoos shop upgrade will make you think ink. 💘 Their multi-award-winning studio has been creating epic tattoos for years, everything from black and grey realism to fine line, dot work, ornamental, watercolour, script, Japanese, and beyond, and now the studio has a brand new look designed with you in mind. Because the comfort of customers is their priority, and their new light and bright space has two waiting areas to relax in, disabled access, complimentary drinks and free Wi-Fi - so you have the best experience possible whilst you’re there. And with a group of hugely talented artists, you can choose small and subtle or bold and breathtaking, all done in a welcoming and comfortable space. But it’s not just tattoos! Natalie is the latest addition to the team, specialising in piercings for those looking to add a little extra embellishment. Eternal Tattoos are open for you to pop along and check out their refurb and to talk all things tattoos and more. IG - 📲 Book your tattoo or piercing today – @eternaltattoos has all the info you need. FB - 📲 Book your tattoo or piercing today – WhatsApp 01306 877244 or visit eternal-tattoos.co.uk #HelloDorking #FreshStartFebruary #EternalTattoos #SurreyTattoo #SurreyTattooArtist #DorkingTattoo #Dorking #DorkingSurrey

This way for offers on sports and specs! ⬇️ Our Fresh Start February is all about new beginnings, so what better time than now to check in on your health and get some new glasses? Here are the details: 🏊♂️ FREE Health Checks & Swimming at Dorking Sports Centre! On Saturday 22nd February, 1-2pm, take advantage of these fantastic free offers: ✔ Free Health Check with Nicola – She’ll check your blood pressure and chat through diet & lifestyle tips to help keep you in top form. ✔ Free Open Swim Session – Shake off the winter slump with a free swim session. Just book via the Better UK app or Flow. 👓 See 2025 in a whole new light with Specsavers! Specsavers Dorking is here to help freshen up your face with their 2-for-1 glasses offer! ✔ Buy one pair from the £70 range or above, and get a second pair FREE! ✔ Designer frames? You can grab a second pair from the same price range too. ✔ Not sure what suits you? Their expert frame stylists will help you find the perfect fit. So put yourself first this February and come to Dorking for these fantastic offers. #FreshStartFebruary #HelloDorking #Dorking #DorkingSurrey #SurreyHealth #DorkingSportsCentre #Specsavers #HealthyAndWellbeing #DorkingLife #SurreyFitness #SurreyOpticians

One easy step to make good food choices, support local and be more sustainable. Visit the Food Float - Dorking’s high street food stall, packed with seasonal, locally sourced fruits, vegetables and other goodies. And this month as part of Hello Dorking’s Fresh Start February, they’ve got some extra treats in store! 📅 You can catch them on the High Street every Friday and Saturday, but for Fresh Start Feb’s main weekend on 21st and 22nd they’re offering some special tasters for you to try - think delicious cheeses and amazing cakes! So why choose the Food Float? Because it’s real food, real flavour, and real community impact! 🌿 Super local – Produce from 35+ growers and producers, with an average journey of less than 18 miles from field to stall. 🍄 Something new! – Check out their Lion’s Mane mushrooms, grown exclusively for Food Float in Westcott. ♻️ Sustainably sourced – No air miles, all UK seasonal produce, with packaging returned to the suppliers to be used again. 🚚 Eco-friendly deliveries – Brought direct to your door in a 100% electric van. ❤️ Community-driven – A not-for-profit that supports Dorking Food Bank and other local charities. So for your own fresh start with fresher food, get to the Food Float stall, meet their friendly team, and discover how good local can taste! #FreshStartFebruary #HelloDorking #ShopLocal #EatLocal #SupportLocalGrowers #SustainableLiving #FoodFloat #DorkingHighStreet #SurreyFood #HealthierChoices #NotForProfit

If someone popped you the question this Valentine’s Day (or you’re starting to plan your wedding), get ready for something special! 💍 Hello Dorking’s Wedding Week is coming! 🎉 From 15th–23rd March, we’re celebrating all things weddings to showcase the very best of what Dorking has to offer for your big day. Whether you’re planning the wedding of your dreams or just love a bit of bridal magic, we’ve got everything you need: 👰🏻🤵🏻 Stunning wedding dresses and sharp suits 💐 Breath-taking flowers 💍 Beautiful jewellery ✂️ Expert bridal hairstylists & makeup artists 💆🏻♀️ Bridal spa offers, 🏖️ And even honeymoon offers! Plus, discover gorgeous gifts for your registry from our wonderful independent shops. Make sure you hit the follow button for more details, and so we can show you why Dorking is the heart of the Surrey wedding industry! 💕 #HelloDorking #DorkingWeddingWeek #WeddingPlanning #DorkingBrides #SurreyWeddings #BridalStyle #DorkingHighStreet #SurreyBride @thebridalhairstylists @mayflowerspadorking @dapper_dorking @westdawmenswear @indigogrey.uk @felicitywestmacott @bridebyaster @puttycakes @victoriaslittlebrashop @sisalon_ @downs_law

Come and spend the weekend with Westcott and Williams! There’s demos, offers and a special open day - here’s what you need to know. Westcott & Williams is the place to be for Hello Dorking’s Fresh Start February! This gorgeous independent interiors shop and Annie Sloan paint stockist, is packed with inspiration, and owner Annie is on hand with expert advice to help you transform your space. Here’s what’s happening for our campaign’s main weekend on 22nd–23rd February: 🖌 10% off all Annie Sloan products – the perfect excuse to start that project to give your furniture a whole new look (or finishing that project you started!). 📢 Live painting demo at 3pm on Saturday 22nd February – Watch Annie work her magic with Annie Sloan Chalk Paint and pick up top tips to try at home. 🛍 Special Sunday opening! For one weekend only, Westcott & Williams will be open on Sunday 23rd February (11am–3pm) – so you have even more time to shop, browse, and be inspired. Annie runs regular painting workshops from beginner to advanced, offers expert advice on Annie Sloan paints and products, as well as having a range of beautiful home accessories. 📍 Find them at 41 West Street - make sure you pop along for your stylish home refresh. #HelloDorking #Dorking #DorkingSurrey #WestStreetDorking #FreshStartFebruary #AnnieSloanPaint #HomeRefresh