We’ve made it to October, and the season should be full of mists and mellow fruitfulness, but this year that means we’re only just slowly cooling and calming down from summer’s heat. Here in Dorking we’re still waiting for some … Continue reading →
Here’s a question for you: why were so many Dorking children playing truant in Augusts past? Here’s a clue: there was something special for them to do at this time of year… Also in Dorking Talking this month, we hear … Continue reading →
Summer’s definitely arrived and here we are in July with a heatwave again! Not to worry, though, Dorking Talking’s got plenty of good listening for you – just find a shady place and a cool drink to enjoy it with. … Continue reading →
Welcome to June: a heatwave and then downpours – the British summer has arrived! In this month’s magazine you’ll find local happenings and local travel both old-style and bang up to date, Pru Leith’s recipe for ageing well, and 2 … Continue reading →
May’s here with all the fun of the fair as we dress up for Abinger medieval fair, maypole and all! Then we look at two possible new treatments for sight loss, and the merits of regular sight checks. We also … Continue reading →
April’s here, showers and all, and Dorking Talking’s ready for it with activities both indoors and out. We focus on cataract operations from the point of view of both surgeon and patient, look at low vision assessments, and report … Continue reading →
Welcome to March – and we’re still afloat! This month’s magazine has some (wet) weather reflections, asks whether eye exercises can help your sight, and finds out about rabbits, Mothering Sunday and some myths about medicines. We have memories of … Continue reading →
Happy New Year from the Dorking Talking Newspaper! Let’s hope 2026 is going to be a good one for all of us. Dorking Talking’s getting off to a busy start, with theatre and pantomime, bandstands and holidays, history, advice and … Continue reading →
