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Dorking’s Good Living Festival: Two Weeks of Food, Fresh Air and Local Life

3rd September 2026

Dorking is set to celebrate everything that makes the town special this September with the very first Good Living Festival, taking place from 12–27 September 2026.

Across two weeks, the festival will bring together food and drink, outdoor activities, local makers, creativity, wellbeing and culture, giving residents and visitors plenty of opportunities to explore what Dorking and its local businesses have to offer.

From the Grape & Grain Trail, celebrating the town’s pubs and bars, to a dedicated Food and Drink Day on 13 September, there will be plenty for food lovers to discover. The festival will also feature a Makers Market at Crossways Church, alongside a programme of food and drink offers and events running throughout the town centre.
For those looking to get outdoors, Walking Week returns for 2026 following the success of last year’s inaugural event. With more than 25 walks planned, visitors can explore Dorking’s surrounding countryside and make the most of the area’s natural landscape.

Creativity is another major part of the programme, with workshops ranging from candle making and sewing to botanical crafts, painting and interiors. There will also be a varied programme of wellness and cultural activities, including movement sessions, talks, film, music and community events.

The festival also provides opportunities to support local businesses, with a range of events and activities designed specifically for Dorking BID businesses, including fitness, wellbeing and networking opportunities.

Whether it’s discovering a new local maker, heading out for a countryside walk, trying a new class or simply enjoying good food with friends, the Good Living Festival offers plenty of ways to experience Dorking from a different perspective.

With events taking place across the town from 12–27 September, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.

Find out more and explore the full programme of events:
www.hellodorking.com/dorkings-good-living-festival-2026.

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