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The White Horse

Historic Pub with Rooms in Dorking Centre

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Overview

Live like a local and enjoy a stay at the dog-friendly White Horse in Dorking. The White Horse Dorking sits in the heart of Dorking's high street, on the edge of the Surrey Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Considered one of England's oldest coaching inns and believed to be where Dickens wrote his first novel, The Pickwick Papers, the beautiful Grade II-listed pub features charming oak-beamed ceilings and oozes charm and character. This historic pub with rooms has been lovingly refurbished and now boasts 56 stylish and sumptuous en-suite bedrooms, as well as a large bar area and decadent restaurant.

What Your Dog Can Expect At This Dog-Friendly Hotel

Four-legged friends and welcomed with open arms at this dog-friendly property! They have thought of everything! Enjoy choosing a meal from the dog menu or maybe a stick from the stick library will help to keep your pooch entertained. There is also a dog shower to freshen up your furry friends after dog walks in the countryside. And in your dog-friendly room, you will find a dog bed and gift pack that comes with shampoo and treats. Well-behaved dogs are very welcome in our bar, and courtyard during your stay.

The local area

Nestled in the heart of a charming medieval town on the edge of the Surrey Hills AONB, The White Horse in Dorking enjoys the best of all worlds – with its idyllic proximity to beautiful countryside, excellent transport links and a plethora of local attractions, there really is something for everyone.

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Highlights

  • 13th Century Grade ll listed building full of character
  • In the centre of Dorking near to Denbies and Silent Pool
  • Great for antiques hunting on West Street

Pooch perks

  • Dog bed, bowl, treats and shampoo provided
  • Dine with your dog across multiple areas
  • Dedicated dog wash area

Bow Wow Factor

We love how pups are treated like VIPs here! All the extra touches will ensure that you have a fabulous stay!


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Classic Lazy Break

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Included in this Exclusive PetsPyjamas offer

  • An overnight stay in a dog-friendly room
  • Complimentary room upgrade on arrival (subject to availability)
  • Complementary arrival drink in the bar (house wine, local beer, tea/coffee, soft drink)
  • Dinner for two on 1 evening (£30pp allowance)
  • Full breakfast for two daily
  • Lazy late check out
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  • YOUR DOG STAYS FREE saving you up to £50 per trip
  • FREE Access to our 24/7 emergency vet line during your trip worth £20
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  • An overnight stay in a dog-friendly room
  • Delicious full English breakfast
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  • Dog-friendly room always guaranteed
  • YOUR DOG STAYS FREE saving you up to £50 per trip
  • FREE Access to our 24/7 emergency vet line during your trip worth £20
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  • Full English Breakfast Daily
  • Please note this rate is variable 
Exclusively when you book with PetsPyjamas...
  • Dog-friendly room always guaranteed
  • YOUR DOG STAYS FREE saving you up to £50 per trip
  • FREE Access to our 24/7 emergency vet line during your trip worth £20
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Dine with Your Dog

Dining here is a true delight, and you are able to enjoy dining with your dog at the bar. Their menu offers seasonal and sustainability-sourced dishes. Sip on expertly prepared cocktails as well as an extensive curated wine list. At breakfast choose from an unlimited cold buffet of cereal, fruit, juice, tea and filter coffee and a choice from our à la carte menu. Take your pick from a full English (or vegetarian), Burford Brown eggs your way, buttermilk pancake stacks, avocado on toast or cinnamon French toast.



Need to know

This hotel has WiFi connection facility
WiFi Connection
This hotel has Accessible rooms facility
Accessible Rooms
This hotel has children welcome facility
Children Welcome

The White Horse Reviews


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The White Horse

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Anon, stayed: May 2026


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Anon, stayed: May 2026

Spent one night with dinner and breakfast. Staff welcoming and helpful. Very clean, comfortable room. Dinner was superb particularly the beetroot starter. Would highly recommend for a short stay.



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Map & Directions

Address

High Street
Dorking
RH4 1BE


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Location & Local Attractions

Discover Dorking and the Surrey Hills with a number of pub walks, from easy saunters to exhilarating hikes. Enjoy lovely walks in the Surrey Hills, in Box Hill and up Leith Hill. Or why not venture from Denbies Wine Estate up to Ranmore Common to enjoy beautiful views over the downs and patchwork of fields, meandering through shady woodland and enjoying the gorgeous vistas? Visit Polesden Lacey - a three-pawprint-rated place where dogs are welcome in large parts of the garden and the 1,600-acre estate.



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