The Volunteer
A friendly Dorking pub with outdoor seating and easygoing pub food, rated 4.2 across 236 reviews — an easy choice for a family meal.

Restaurant · Dorking
A quiet spot in Dorking where you can hear yourself talk, which makes it easier with children who take a while to settle into a meal. There's a kids' menu and high chairs, so a toddler is genuinely catered for rather than tolerated, and gluten-free options mean one less thing to negotiate if someone in the family avoids it. Free parking and step-free access make arriving with a buggy straightforward, and the outdoor seating gives restless children somewhere to be. Worth booking ahead.

A little something creative for your next meal out. Filled with colouring, simple drawing prompts for cute animals, origami and conversation starters designed to bring more play, laughter and connection to the table. 3 free printable packs for toddlers, preschoolers and primary-aged children.
A friendly Dorking pub with outdoor seating and easygoing pub food, rated 4.2 across 236 reviews — an easy choice for a family meal.
A well-loved Dorking coffee bar with outdoor seating and a 4.8 rating — an easy, laid-back stop with the little ones in tow.
Quiet Surrey pub-style dining with a kids' menu, high chairs, step-free buggy access, gluten-free choices and free parking.