The new parking regulations in Dorking High Street have finally been implemented with the aim of preventing traffic congestion in the town.

The new parking restrictions mean that (i) double yellow lines have replaced the single yellow lines between the pedestrian crossing at Lyons Court and the double yellow lines near Pump Corner, (ii) the rules for the single yellow line on the south side between Dene Street and Moores Road have been amended to prohibit parking during the day on Sundays, and (iii) the single yellow line outside The Old Courthouse have been replaced with double yellow lines. The loading of vans is to be restricted but only during the rush hour.

It is expected that these proposals will ensure that traffic can flow through the town at appropriate speeds whilst allowing access to facilities and businesses in the town centre.