Traders in Dorking are worried that a sinkhole which emerged is damaging their businesses.

The hole first appeared in West Street on the 30th August causing the road to be closed and investigated by Thames Water.

Engineers have been surveying the site to plan repair works but local traders fear it could be several weeks before the repairs are complete.

A Thames Water spokesperson said: “Due to the pipe’s location, we are also working with the local council to agree traffic management measures, so that our teams can safely carry out the repair.”

They added an apology to residents, businesses and drivers who were affected by the works.