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White Horse, Dorking, cattle market, Dorking, and Market House, Dorking white plaque

Commemorative plaque
White Horse, Dorking, cattle market, Dorking, and Market House, Dorking white plaque
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This white commemorative plaque records: THE WHITE HORSE AND CATTLE MARKET Established as a posting inn in the mid-18th century to take advantage of the new turnpike road through Dorking. Until 1926 the livestock market was held in the wide road in front. The market house, built in 1597, stood to the west in front of the large gabled house called the Dutch House, but was demolished in 1811. Recorded plaque organisation: Dorking Heritage.
The White Horse and Cattle Market in Dorking served as a crucial posting inn from the mid-18th century, facilitating travel along the new turnpike road. The site was also central to local agricultural trade until 1926, reflecting its historical importance in both transportation and commerce.

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