All Speed Dating Events UK

Browse all upcoming speed dating events across the UK. Find and book your perfect singles event today.

Upcoming Events

• Speed dating in Plymouth

  Date: Thursday, 14 May 2026

  Time: 18:30

  Location: Turtle Bay, Plymouth

  Ages 40-55

  Looking to meet new people and enjoy a brilliant night out? Our lively speed dating event in Plymouth is exactly what you need. Sign up and you’ll be introduced to a room full of potential matches, with four minutes per date, the perfect amount of time to spot a spark and decide if you’d like to take things further. The next day, you’ll get access to our matching and messaging system. Just choose the people you liked, and the system will let you know who felt the same. From there, you can start chatting with your matches and arrange your follow‑up dates. If you’re ready to meet lots of new people and enjoy a fun, relaxed evening in a fantastic new venue, book your place now!

  Price: £22

• Speed Dating in Clapham

  Date: Thursday, 14 May 2026

  Time: 18:00

  Location: Blame Gloria, London

  Ages 30-45

  You’re not asking for much. You want to meet someone cool, fun, and nice. We might just be able to help. Join us and around 30 others for a night of South West London’s finest speed dating at Sugar Cane. This event is designed for people in their 30s and 40s and attracts singletons from across the area. You'll find out who you mutually matched with on our website the next day. Get in touch with your matches the next day, and you'll be meeting for real dates in no time. Sign up now.

  Price: £20

• Speed Dating in Edinburgh

  Date: Thursday, 14 May 2026

  Time: 18:00

  Location: Manahatta EDINBURGH, Edinburgh

  Ages 25-38

  Original Dating is proud to bring our unique brand of speed dating to Edinburgh. If you're looking to meet new people on a fun night out and enjoy the best cocktails in town, then you've come to the right place! Our lively speed dating events at Manahatta deliver exactly that, and we've hired the private downstairs room with it's own bar. This trendy establishment is not your run of the mill venue and provides our events with an incredible dating experience, with a huge range of handcrafted cocktails. You'll have the chance to meet a lot of people for short 4 minute dates, which is the perfect amount of time. There's also plenty of time before, during and after for a wee drink and a mingle. After the event you'll have access to our bespoke matching and messaging system where you'll be able to stay in touch with anyone you matched with and be lining up those dates before you know it. If you want to meet loads of new people and have a cracking night out book now!

  Price: £20

• Speed Dating in Oxford

  Date: Thursday, 14 May 2026

  Time: 18:00

  Location: The Varsity Club, Oxford

  Ages 40-55

  Original Dating is proud to bring our unique brand of speed dating to Oxford. Expect to meet around 15-20 people throughout the evening for short dates lasting four minutes each. The perfect length of time to decide if you want to see someone again. After the event, you'll have access to our unique online matching system to find out who you've matched with and arrange that all-important next date. Our events attract a fun crowd and we hope you can join us too. We guarantee you'll meet people you want to see again at this event, but if you don't - your next event is free.

  Price: £20

• Speed Dating in Maidstone

  Date: Thursday, 14 May 2026

  Time: 18:00

  Location: Mu Mu, Maidstone

  Ages 30-45

  Original Dating is proud to bring you Speed Dating Maidstone at the unique Mu Mu Experience. You'll meet around 15-20 eligible singles from Maidstone and Kent, for a fun night of short 4 minute dates. Speed dating is a great way to meet a lot of like minded people in one night. It's a fun evening of chatting and getting to know one another over a few drinks. With lots of short introductions, it's simple to find out whether you'd like to see your date again. After the event you'll be able to access our bespoke matching and messaging system. Simply enter who you would like to see again and by the end of the following day you'll find out who you've mutually matched with. This is Maidstone's best speed dating event and your chance to meet a ton of people in one fun night. Book now!

  Price: £20

• Speed Dating in Southampton

  Date: Thursday, 14 May 2026

  Time: 18:30

  Location: Monarch Cocktail Bar, Southampton

  Ages 30-45

  If you’re hoping to meet new people and enjoy a brilliant night out, our lively speed dating event at the brand new Monarch cocktail bar is exactly what you need. Sign up and you’ll be introduced to a room full of potential matches, with four minutes per date just enough time to feel a spark and decide whether you’d like to see someone again. The next day, you’ll get access to our matching and messaging system. Simply choose the people you liked, and we’ll show you where the interest is mutual. From there, you can chat with your matches and arrange that all‑important follow‑up date. If you’re ready to meet new people and enjoy a fun, relaxed evening in a fantastic new venue, secure your spot now!

  Price: £22

• Speed Dating Reading

  Date: Thursday, 14 May 2026

  Time: 18:30

  Location: The Cocktail Club, Reading

  Ages 40-55

  Original Dating is thrilled to bring our speed dating events to Reading — a fun, relaxed way to meet new people, spark genuine connections, and enjoy an unforgettable night out. You’ll meet around 15–20 other singles through a series of easy-going four‑minute dates — just long enough to sense a spark, share a smile, and decide whether you’d like to get to know someone better. Afterwards, our private online matching system lets you choose who you’d like to see again. If the interest is mutual, our system will connect you so you can arrange that all‑important next date. Expect a warm, sociable atmosphere, a great mix of guests, and a professionally hosted evening designed to make meeting people feel natural, enjoyable, and completely stress‑free. Come for the experience. Stay for the connections. You never know who you might meet.

  Price: £22

• Speed Dating Brighton

  Date: Thursday, 14 May 2026

  Time: 18:30

  Location: Brighton Metropole, Brighton

  Ages 40-55

  Original Dating is thrilled to bring our signature speed dating experience to Brighton. If you’re looking to meet new people, enjoy a fantastic night out, and sip some of the city’s best drinks, you’ve found the perfect event. Our lively evenings at Brighton Metropole Bar & Terrace, deliver all of that in a setting that’s hard to beat. Brighton Metropole is far from ordinary, it’s a stylish, buzzing venue right by the water, creating an ideal backdrop for a memorable night of dating. Across the evening, you’ll meet a great mix of people through a series of four‑minute dates, giving you just enough time to spark a connection without any awkward lulls. Plus, there’s plenty of opportunity before, during, and after to grab a drink and mingle. After the event, you can log in to our bespoke matching and messaging system to see who you matched with and start lining up those follow‑up dates. If you’re ready to meet loads of new people and enjoy an unforgettable night out, book your spot now!

  Price: £22

• Speed Dating Preston

  Date: Thursday, 14 May 2026

  Time: 18:30

  Location: 1842 Restaurant & Bar, Preston

  Ages 30-45

  Original Dating is excited to bring our speed dating nights to Preston. A lively, laid‑back way to meet new people, spark real connections, and enjoy a memorable evening out. Across a series of relaxed four‑minute mini‑dates, you’ll meet around 15 to 20 other singles. It’s just enough time to feel a spark, share a moment, and decide whether you’d like to continue the conversation beyond the event. After the event, our secure online matching system lets you choose who you’d like to see again. When there’s a mutual match, we’ll put you in touch so you can plan that all‑important next date. Expect a warm, friendly atmosphere, a great mix of guests, and a professionally hosted event designed to make meeting people feel natural, enjoyable, and completely stress‑free. Come for the experience. Stay for the connections. You never know who you’ll meet.

  Price: £22

• Over 50s Friday Night Speed Dating

  Date: Friday, 15 May 2026

  Time: 18:00

  Location: Leaf and Cane Bar, London

  Ages 50-65

  Introducing Friday night speed dating at our brand new venue, designed for people in their 50s and 60s. You'll usually meet up to 20 people for dates lasting four minutes each at this unique venue a short stroll from Blackfriars. Taking part in this event is the ultimate start to your weekend and you're sure to meet a lot of people. This location attracts a fun, crowd of people from across London, not just those working in the square mile. Join us and you’ll be amazed how sociable Londoners can be and be left wondering why you never tried speed dating sooner. The next day you'll find out who you mutually matched with on our website. Get in touch again via our private messaging system and you'll be meeting for real dates in no time. Sign up now - this event will sell out fast!

  Price: £25

• Spring Singles Lock & Key Party - Oxford

  Date: Friday, 15 May 2026

  Time: 18:00

  Location: The Varsity Club, Oxford

  Ages 30-45

  Spring is bringing new coinnectionsand we are back in Oxford for a wonderful night of offline dating! Feel free to dress up and join us for this special night where you'll meet up to 80 other guests and take part in our ever popular lock & key icebreaker and other introductory activities to ensure you meet a huge number of people. There will also be prizes to be won as you seek out the person holding the key that matches your lock (or vice versa). Each time you find a matching pair you'll be in with a chance to win one of our great prizes. And of course, you'll meet loads of people along the way. Following the party... head over to our website the next day to view a list of everyone that attended. Select the people you like and our system will tell you who you mutually matched with. Get in touch again via our messenger and the rest is up to you. Book now, this will sell out!

  Price: £20

• Speed Dating in Chelmsford

  Date: Friday, 15 May 2026

  Time: 18:00

  Location: The Courtyard, Chelmsford

  Ages 30-45

  Welcome to the busiest speed dating event in Chelmsford. Spend Friday evenings with us at The Courtyard and get the chance to meet other fun and eligible singles from local and the surrounding areas. Speed Dating is a great way to meet up to 15-20 people in one night, consisting of lots of short, 4 minute dates. It's great fun and it's the perfect amount of time to decide if you'd like to see them again. After the event you will have access to our unique matching system and find out who you matched with. You'll be chatting again in no time and be meeting up for another date before you know it.

  Price: £20

• Friday Night Speed Dating

  Date: Friday, 15 May 2026

  Time: 18:00

  Location: The Anthologist (panel room), London

  Ages 30-45

  Introducing Friday night speed dating in The City. This is London's busiest weekly speed dating event. You'll usually meet up to 15-20 people for dates lasting four minutes each at the smartest venue in the area, only a short stroll from Bank station. Taking part in this event is the ultimate start to your weekend, and you're sure to meet a lot of people. This location attracts a fun crowd of people from across London, not just those working in the Square Mile. Join us, and you’ll be amazed at how sociable Londoners can be and wonder why you never tried speed dating sooner. The next day, you'll find out who you mutually matched with on our website. Get in touch again via our private messaging system, and you'll be meeting for real dates in no time. Sign up now—this event will sell out fast!

  Price: £20

• Spring Lock & Key Party - Manchester

  Date: Friday, 15 May 2026

  Time: 18:30

  Location: Manahatta, Manchester

  Ages 30-45

  Love is in the air! And Spring brings new connections! We are excited to announce we are back in Manchester with our famous Lock & Key Party to celebrate new beginnings with a bang, once again partnering with Manahatta for a great evening of offline dating. Up to 80 people will join us for this fantastic evening. Featuring our popular lock & key icebreaker you are sure to meet a huge number of people. The best bit? Everyone is single, a similar age and we ensure there's a good male/female ratio in the room. There are prizes to be won as you seek out the person holding the key that matches your lock (or vice versa). Each time you find a matching pair you'll be in with a chance to win one of our great prizes. And of course, you'll meet loads of people along the way. Following the party, head to our website to view a list of everyone who attended. Select the people you like and our system will tell you who you mutually matched with. Get in touch again via our messenger and the rest is up to you. This party is the perfect place to meet and connect with other singles in the city! You just need your ticket! Book now, this will sell out!

  Price: £20

• Spring Singles Party - Glasgow

  Date: Friday, 15 May 2026

  Time: 19:00

  Location: Arta, Glasgow

  Ages 30-45

  We are super excited to be back in town for our new Spring Singles Party in a NEW VENUE! Following the success of our previous events in 2025, we are happy to once again be giving you the chance to meet and network with up to 80 singles, a fantastic way to meet new people this season! We have an exciting night lined up at the stunning Arta and we would love for you to join us. We'll also have our signature lock and key icebreaker on hand to encourage you to connect with as many singles as possible. For that slight extra motivation we are giving away prizes too! Yes, the more padlocks you unlock, the more chances you have to win one of our fabulous giveaways. You can continue conversations to plan a date with singles post the event. Simply head to our website the following day to view a list of everyone that attended. Select the people you like and our system will tell you who you mutually matched with. Continue the conversations with your matches and get planning your date. Make this month a memorable one and book your ticket now! LIMITED AVAILABILITY

  Price: £20

• Lesbian Speed Dating

  Date: Saturday, 16 May 2026

  Time: 18:00

  Location: REVOLVE - YOTEL, London

  Ages 25-45

  *** FREE WELCOME COCKTAIL UPON ARRIVAL *** Introducing speed dating for lesbian living in or around London. We all know the real magic takes place in person, so ditch the phones and meet face-to-face. Expect the most sociable of nights packed full of fast introductions, each one lasting just four minutes. Our tried and tested speed dating formula makes meeting people easy and lots of fun. Expect to meet somewhere between 10-15 people at this event. Make your selections on our website and the next day you’ll find out who you mutually matched with. Get in touch again via our private messaging system and you'll be meeting for real dates in no time.

  Price: £20

• Saturday Night Speed Dating - 30s & 40s

  Date: Saturday, 16 May 2026

  Time: 18:00

  Location: The Kings Arms, London

  Ages 30-45

  Join us and meet new people at our hugely popular Saturday night speed dating event in Central London. This event takes in the (rather lovely) Undercroft Bar at The Kings Arms in Fitzrovia sells out to capacity week after week. You’ll meet typically 15-20 people during this fun and friendly event. Each date lasts for just four minutes. The perfect length of time to decide if you’d like to see someone again and not too long if you don’t. It’s a simple and exciting way to meet a lot of other singles in one fun night. The next day you'll find out who you mutually matched with via our website. You'll get in touch again via our private messaging system and you'll be meeting again for real dates in no time. The venue is minutes from Oxford Circus Station, a great spot if you want to stay on for drinks or make a night of it. Don't delay, snap up your tickets today.

  Price: £22

• Speed Dating in Cardiff

  Date: Tuesday, 19 May 2026

  Time: 19:00

  Location: Barbara's Bier Haus, Cardiff

  Ages 30-45

  Original Dating is excited to be continuing their quality speed dating events in Cardiff this new year and beyond in the fantastic surroundings of Barbara's Bier Haus. You'll be joined by around 30 people for short dates, each lasting four minutes. Just long enough to decide if you want to see each person again. After the event, you'll have access to our online matching system, where you can find out who you've mutually matched with and get back in touch with the people you want to see again. We hope you can join us for our next speed dating event in Cardiff. We're confident you'll meet someone you'll want to see again, but if you don’t - your next event is free. Book now!

  Price: £20

• Speed Dating in Basingstoke

  Date: Wednesday, 20 May 2026

  Time: 18:30

  Location: Duck and Tipple, Basingstoke

  Ages 30-45

  Introducing Basingstoke Speed Dating at Duck and Tipple – Our Newest Event! A fresh speed dating experience has arrived in Basingstoke, and it’s happening at Duck and Tipple. This lively, welcoming evening is all about meeting new people in a relaxed, social setting. You’ll have the chance to meet roughly 15-20 other singles, with each mini-date lasting four minutes just enough time to see if there’s a spark while keeping the pace fun and engaging. The following day, you’ll be able to see any mutual matches through our website. From there, you can chat privately and easily arrange your in‑person dates. Duck and Tipple's central Basingstoke location makes it the perfect place to enjoy a drink or continue your night out after the event. As this is a brand‑new addition to our lineup, spaces are limited. Secure your spot now and be one of the first to try Basingstoke Speed Dating!

  Price: £22

• Speed Dating Portsmouth

  Date: Wednesday, 20 May 2026

  Time: 18:30

  Location: The Monarch, Portsmouth

  Ages 30-45

  Original Dating is delighted to return to Portsmouth, with our signature high‑quality speed dating events. You’ll meet up to 20 other participants and enjoy a series of four‑minute mini‑dates, just enough time to get a feel for each person and decide whether you’d like to meet again. After the event, you’ll be able to log into our online matching system to submit your choices then see who you’ve mutually matched with and reconnect with anyone you’d like to get to know better. We’d love to welcome you to our next Portsmouth speed dating event.

  Price: £22

• Speed dating in Nottingham

  Date: Wednesday, 20 May 2026

  Time: 18:30

  Location: Slug and Lettuce, Nottingham

  Ages 30-45

  Original Dating is excited to bring our acclaimed speed dating experience to Nottingham – the perfect way to meet new people, make real connections, and enjoy a great night out. You’ll meet around 15–20 like-minded singles over a series of relaxed four-minute dates – just enough time to feel the chemistry, share a laugh, and know whether you’d like to see someone again. After the event, our exclusive online matching system lets you privately select who you’d like to meet again. If the feeling is mutual, we’ll put you in touch so you can arrange that all-important next date. Expect a friendly, sociable atmosphere, a well-balanced crowd, and a professionally hosted evening designed to make meeting people easy, natural, and genuinely enjoyable. Come for the fun. Stay for the connections. You never know who you might meet.

  Price: £20

• Speed Dating in Richmond

  Date: Thursday, 21 May 2026

  Time: 18:00

  Location: The Bootlegger, London

  Ages 30-45

  We’re excited to bring a brand new speed dating event to Richmond at Bootlegger! This fun and friendly evening is designed to help you meet other singles in a relaxed, social atmosphere. During the event, you’ll meet around 15–20 people, with each date lasting just four minutes—long enough to spark a connection, short enough to keep the energy high. It’s a simple, exciting way to see if sparks fly with someone new. The next day, you’ll find out who you mutually matched with via our website. From there, you can reconnect through our private messaging system and arrange your real-life dates in no time. Bootlegger is centrally located in Richmond, making it a great spot to stay for drinks or enjoy the evening out. As a brand new addition to our program, spaces are limited, so grab your tickets today and be among the first to experience Richmond Speed Dating!

  Price: £22

• Speed Dating in Glasgow

  Date: Thursday, 21 May 2026

  Time: 18:00

  Location: Corinthian Club, Glasgow

  Ages 30-45

  If you're looking to meet new people and have a great night out, then our lively speed dating event held at the Corinthian Club is just the ticket. Sign up and we'll introduce you to a room full of potential dates for four minutes apiece. The perfect length of time to decide if you want to see someone again. The following day you'll have access to our matching and messaging system. Simply select the people you like and we'll show you who you mutually matched with. You can then message with your matches to arrange a follow-up date. If you want to meet a bunch of new people and have a fun night out then book now!

  Price: £20

• Gay Speed Dating Edinburgh

  Date: Thursday, 21 May 2026

  Time: 18:00

  Location: Manahatta Edinburgh, Edinburgh

  Ages 25-45

  Introducing speed dating for gay men living in and around Edinburgh. Original Dating knows the real magic takes place in person, so ditch the phones and meet people face-to-face. Enjoy the most sociable of nights out led by the best host in the business. Expect fast, fun introductions - each one lasting just four minutes. Our tried and tested speed dating formula makes meeting people easy and lots of fun. We aim to introduce you to 15 (or so) guys during the speed dating rounds. Make your selections on our website and the next day you’ll find out who you mutually matched with. Get in touch again via our private messaging and you'll be meeting for real dates in no time. Sign up now - this event will sell out fast!

  Price: £20

• Speed Dating in Bath

  Date: Thursday, 21 May 2026

  Time: 18:00

  Location: The Bootlegger, Bath

  Ages 30-45

  We’re excited to bring a brand new speed dating event to Bath at Bootlegger! This fun and friendly evening is designed to help you meet other singles in a relaxed, social atmosphere. During the event, you’ll meet around 15–20 people, with each date lasting just four minutes, long enough to spark a connection, short enough to keep the energy high. It’s a simple, exciting way to see if sparks fly with someone new. The next day, you’ll find out who you mutually matched with via our website. From there, you can reconnect through our private messaging system and arrange your real-life dates in no time. Bootlegger is centrally located in Bath, making it a great spot to stay for drinks or enjoy the evening out. As a brand new addition to our program, spaces are limited, so grab your tickets today and be among the first to experience Bath Speed Dating!

  Price: £22

• Speed Dating in St Albans

  Date: Thursday, 21 May 2026

  Time: 18:00

  Location: The Crown, St Albans

  Ages 25-38

  Original Dating are proud to bring our unique brand of speed dating to St Albans and we've found the best bar in town. We've hired the private function room and it's perfect for our events. If you're looking for a fun way to meet new people then join us and around 30 guests for a night filled with short introductions and a few laughs. You won't find a night like this anywhere else in Hertfordshire. With Original Dating you'll have access to our unique online matching system the following day. Simply make your selections for who you'd like to see again. By the end of the day you'll find out who you mutually matched with and it's really that easy. Book now for St Albans' best speed dating event and make yourself a match or three.

  Price: £20

• Speed Dating in Exeter

  Date: Thursday, 21 May 2026

  Time: 18:00

  Location: The Bootlegger, Exeter

  Ages 40-55

  Introducing Exeter Speed Dating at Bootlegger – A Brand New Addition! We’re excited to bring a brand new speed dating event to Exeter at Bootlegger! This fun and friendly evening is designed to help you meet other singles in a relaxed, social atmosphere. During the event, you’ll meet around 15–20 people, with each date lasting just four minutes—long enough to spark a connection, short enough to keep the energy high. It’s a simple, exciting way to see if sparks fly with someone new. The next day, you’ll find out who you mutually matched with via our website. From there, you can reconnect through our private messaging system and arrange your real-life dates in no time. Bootlegger is centrally located in Exeter, making it a great spot to stay for drinks or enjoy the evening out. As a brand new addition to our program, spaces are limited, so grab your tickets today and be among the first to experience Exeter Speed Dating!

  Price: £25

• Speed Dating in Islington

  Date: Thursday, 21 May 2026

  Time: 18:00

  Location: The Brougham, London

  Ages 30-45

  If you're looking to meet someone new in Islington, you've come to the right place. Our north London Speed dating events attract people from across the area every time. Expect to meet around 10-15 people for snappy four-minute, face to face dates. The perfect length of time to know if you've got a spark. The next day you’ll find out who you matched with via our unique matching tech. Use our messenger and you’ll be going on real dates before you know it. Book now!

  Price: £20

• Manchester Speed Dating

  Date: Thursday, 21 May 2026

  Time: 18:30

  Location: Slug and Lettuce, Manchester

  Ages 40-55

  Original Dating is thrilled to bring our signature speed‑dating experience to Manchester. Over the course of the evening, you’ll meet around 15 - 20 new people in a series of four-minute mini dates, just long enough to sense whether there’s a spark worth pursuing. After the event, simply log into our private matching system to see who you’ve connected with and arrange that all important follow‑up date. Our events always draw a fun, friendly crowd, and we’d love for you to be part of it.

  Price: £22

• Speed Dating in Norwich

  Date: Thursday, 21 May 2026

  Time: 18:00

  Location: Be At One, Norwich

  Ages 40-55

  Introducing Norwich Speed Dating at Be At One – A Brand New Addition! We’re excited to bring a brand new speed dating event to Norwich at Be At One! This fun and friendly evening is designed to help you meet other singles in a relaxed, social atmosphere. During the event, you’ll meet around 15–20 people, with each date lasting just four minutes—long enough to spark a connection, short enough to keep the energy high. It’s a simple, exciting way to see if sparks fly with someone new. The next day, you’ll find out who you mutually matched with via our website. From there, you can reconnect through our private messaging system and arrange your real-life dates in no time. Be At One is centrally located in Norwich, making it a great spot to stay for drinks or enjoy the evening out. As a brand new addition to our program, spaces are limited, so grab your tickets today and be among the first to experience Norwich Speed Dating!

  Price: £25

• Speed Dating in Oxford

  Date: Friday, 22 May 2026

  Time: 18:00

  Location: Raoul's, Oxford

  Ages 30-45

  Original Dating is proud to bring our unique brand of speed dating to Oxford. Expect to meet around 15-20 people over the course of evening for short dates lasting four minutes each. The perfect length of time to decide if you want to see someone again. After the event you'll have access to our unique online matching system to find out who you've matched with and be arranging that all important next date. Our events attract a fun crowd and we hope you can join us too. We guarantee you'll meet people you want to see again at this event, so if you don't - your next event is free.

  Price: £20

• Friday Night Speed Dating

  Date: Friday, 22 May 2026

  Time: 18:00

  Location: The Anthologist (panel room), London

  Ages 30-45

  Introducing Friday night speed dating in The City. This is London's busiest weekly speed dating event. You'll usually meet up to 15-20 people for dates lasting four minutes each at the smartest venue in the area, only a short stroll from Bank station. Taking part in this event is the ultimate start to your weekend, and you're sure to meet a lot of people. This location attracts a fun crowd of people from across London, not just those working in the Square Mile. Join us, and you’ll be amazed at how sociable Londoners can be and wonder why you never tried speed dating sooner. The next day, you'll find out who you mutually matched with on our website. Get in touch again via our private messaging system, and you'll be meeting for real dates in no time. Sign up now—this event will sell out fast!

  Price: £20

• Spring Singles Lock & Key Party - Leeds

  Date: Friday, 22 May 2026

  Time: 18:30

  Location: Dirty Martini, Leeds

  Ages 30-45

  Love is in the air in Leeds for our fabulous Singles Lock & Key Party at a NEW LOCATION! We are excited to be bringing our famous events to the city this Spring, taking over Dirty Martini, and get you having some fun with in real life dating. Up to 80 people will join us for this ultimate singles night which features our fantastic lock & key icebreaker to ensure you meet a huge number of people. The best bit? Everyone is single, a similar age and we ensure there's a good male/female ratio in the room. Join us as we take over Dirty Martini with an evening of cocktails, conversations, fun games and some flirting. There's prizes to be won as you seek out the person holding the key that matches your lock (or vice versa). Each time you find a matching pair you'll be in with a chance to win one of our great prizes. And of course, you'll meet loads of people along the way, in a hotspot in the city. Following the party.. head to our website the next day to view a list of everyone that attended. Select the people you like and our system will tell you who you mutually matched with. Get in touch again via our messenger and the rest is up to you. This party is the perfect place to meet people this Spring. You just need your ticket! Book now, this will sell out.

  Price: £20

• Friday Night Speed Dating - 20s & 30s event

  Date: Friday, 22 May 2026

  Time: 18:00

  Location: The Cocktail Club West End, London

  Ages 25-38

  Introducing Friday night speed dating at our brand new venue in Central London designed for people in their 20s and 30s. You'll usually meet up to 20 people for dates lasting four minutes each at this unique venue a short stroll from Oxford Circus. Taking part in this event is the ultimate start to your weekend and you're sure to meet a lot of people. This location attracts a fun, crowd of people from across London, not just those working in the square mile. Join us and you’ll be amazed at how sociable Londoners can be and be left wondering why you never tried speed dating sooner. The next day, you'll find out who you mutually matched with on our website. Get in touch again via our private messaging system and you'll be meeting for real dates in no time. Sign up now - this event will sell out fast!

  Price: £20

• Gay Speed Dating

  Date: Saturday, 23 May 2026

  Time: 18:00

  Location: Revolve - Yotel, London

  Ages 25-45

  *** FREE WELCOME COCKTAIL UPON ARRIVAL *** Introducing speed dating for gay men living in and around London. Original Dating knows the real magic takes place in person, so ditch the phones and meet people face-to-face. Expect the most sociable of nights out, packed full of fast introductions, each one lasting just four minutes. Our tried and tested speed dating formula makes meeting people easy and lots of fun. Expect to meet 15-20 guys during the speed dating rounds. Make your selections on our website, and the next day you’ll find out who you mutually matched with. Get in touch again via our private messaging system, and you'll be meeting for real dates in no time. Sign up now - this event will sell out fast!

  Price: £20

• Chemistry - Over 40s Singles Party

  Date: Saturday, 23 May 2026

  Time: 18:30

  Location: The Happenstance (Lounge Bar), London

  Ages 40-55

  Join us for our very popular monthly over-forties party in The City, Chemistry. You’ll meet other singles over drinks. Aided and abetted by our effective icebreakers that always kick the evening into gear fast. There are no terrible corporate awayday games, but we use icebreakers to ensure everyone gets to meet and speak to as many people as possible. They really work well. Hosted in the gorgeous Happenstance (Lounge Bar) you'll be well looked after throughout the night. After the event, simply head to our website to the profiles of everyone who attended. Select the people you liked, and our system will tell you who you mutually matched with shortly afterwards. Continue the conversations with your matches and get planning your next date. It's a great way to connect whilst keeping your contact information private. Chemistry is the perfect event to expand your social circle and meet likeminded people in London. Tickets are limited and all previous events have sold out. Book your ticket now. You’ll be in for a great night out.

  Price: £25

• Saturday Night Speed Dating - 30s & 40s

  Date: Saturday, 23 May 2026

  Time: 18:00

  Location: The Kings Arms, London

  Ages 30-45

  Join us and meet new people at our hugely popular Saturday night speed dating event in Central London. This event takes in the (rather lovely) Undercroft Bar at The Kings Arms in Fitzrovia sells out to capacity week after week. You’ll meet typically 15-20 people during this fun and friendly event. Each date lasts for just four minutes. The perfect length of time to decide if you’d like to see someone again and not too long if you don’t. It’s a simple and exciting way to meet a lot of other singles in one fun night. The next day you'll find out who you mutually matched with via our website. You'll get in touch again via our private messaging system and you'll be meeting again for real dates in no time. The venue is minutes from Oxford Circus Station, a great spot if you want to stay on for drinks or make a night of it. Don't delay, snap up your tickets today.

  Price: £22

• Speed Dating Brighton

  Date: Tuesday, 26 May 2026

  Time: 18:30

  Location: Brighton Music hall, Brighton

  Ages 30-45

  Original Dating is excited to bring our signature style of speed dating to Brighton. If you’re keen to meet new people, enjoy a brilliant night out, and sip some of the city’s best drinks, you’re in the right place. Our upbeat events at Brighton Music Hall offers all of that and more. Brighton Music Hall isn’t your average venue, it’s a stylish, vibrant spot by the water, that sets the perfect scene for an unforgettable dating experience. Throughout the evening, you’ll meet plenty of new faces during a series of four‑minute dates, just long enough to spark interest without any awkward pauses. And of course, there’s ample time before, during, and after to grab a drink and have a good chat. Once the event wraps up, you’ll be able to log in to our bespoke matching and messaging system to see who you matched with and start planning those follow‑up dates. If you’re ready to meet loads of new people and enjoy a cracking night out, grab your ticket now!

  Price: £22

• Speed Dating Sheffield

  Date: Tuesday, 26 May 2026

  Time: 18:30

  Location: Manahatta, Sheffield

  Ages 30-45

  Introducing Sheffield Speed Dating at Manahatta – Our Newest Event! A brand new speed dating night has arrived in Sheffield, and it’s taking place at the vibrant Manahatta. This friendly, social evening is designed to help you meet new people in a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere. You’ll meet around 15–20 other singles, with each mini date lasting four minutes, just long enough to sense a spark while keeping the evening lively and fast paced. The next day, you can log in to our website to see any mutual matches. From there, you’ll be able to chat privately and easily arrange your in person dates. Manahatta's central location makes it an ideal spot to enjoy a drink or continue your night out once the event wraps up. As this is a brand‑new addition to our lineup, spaces are limited. Reserve your place now and be among the first to experience Sheffield Speed Dating

  Price: £22

• Speed Dating in Birmingham

  Date: Wednesday, 27 May 2026

  Time: 18:00

  Location: Be At One - New Street, Birmingham

  Ages 30-45

  Original Dating is excited to be bringing their quality speed dating events in Birmingham for this summer and beyond in the fantastic surroundings of Be at One. You'll be joined by around 30 people for short dates, each lasting four minutes. Just long enough to decide if you want to see each person again. After the event, you'll have access to our online matching system, where you can find out who you've mutually matched with and get back in touch with the people you want to see again. We hope you can join us for our next speed dating event in Birmingham. We're confident you'll meet someone you'll want to see again, but if you don’t - your next event is free. Book now!

  Price: £20

• Speed dating in Bristol

  Date: Wednesday, 27 May 2026

  Time: 18:30

  Location: Lost & Found, Bristol

  Ages 30-45

  Original Dating is excited to be continuing their quality speed dating events in Bristol for this new year and beyond in the fantastic surroundings of Lost & Found. You'll be joined by around 30 people for short dates, each lasting four minutes. Just long enough to decide if you want to see each person again. After the event, you'll have access to our online matching system, where you can find out who you've mutually matched with and get back in touch with the people you want to see again. We hope you can join us for our next speed dating event in Bristol. We're confident you'll meet someone you'll want to see again, but if you don’t - your next event is free. Book now!

  Price: £20

• Speed Dating in Cambridge

  Date: Wednesday, 27 May 2026

  Time: 18:00

  Location: The Lab, Cambridge

  Ages 25-38

  Original Dating is excited to be continuing their quality speed dating events back in Cambridge for this summer and beyond in the fantastic surroundings of The Lab. You'll be joined by around 30 people for short dates, each lasting four minutes. Just long enough to decide if you want to see each person again. After the event, you'll have access to our online matching system, where you can find out who you've mutually matched with and get back in touch with the people you want to see again. We hope you can join us for our next speed dating event in Cambridge. We're confident you'll meet someone you'll want to see again, but if you don’t - your next event is free. Book now!

  Price: £20

• Vegan & Vegetarian Speed Dating

  Date: Wednesday, 27 May 2026

  Time: 18:00

  Location: 3 Locks, London

  Ages 30-45

  The food choices we make say a lot about us. By bringing vegans and veggies together at this special dating event we know that everyone shares something in common and that's a great place to start with dating. At worst, a great conversation starter and at best, your dietary preferences could bring someone special into your life! You'll meet around 15 members of the opposite sex for dates lasting 4 minutes. There's plenty of time for drinks and there's a break halfway through. After the event, you'll have access to our unique online matching system to find out who you've matched with. Simply use our messenger to get back in touch with your mutual matches. Meet other like-minded Londoners. Book now, tickets tend to sell out fast!

  Price: £18

• Speed Dating in Edinburgh

  Date: Thursday, 28 May 2026

  Time: 18:00

  Location: Manahatta EDINBURGH, Edinburgh

  Ages 40-55

  Original Dating is proud to bring our unique brand of speed dating to Edinburgh. If you're looking to meet new people on a fun night out and enjoy the best cocktails in town, then you've come to the right place! Our lively speed dating events at Manahatta deliver exactly that and we've hired the private downstairs room with it's own bar. This trendy establishment is not your run of the mill venue and provides our events with an incredible dating experience, with a huge range of handcrafted cocktails. You'll have the chance to meet a lot of people for short 4 minute dates, which is the perfect amount of time. There's also plenty of time before, during and after for a wee drink and a mingle. After the event, you'll have access to our bespoke matching and messaging system where you'll be able to stay in touch with anyone you matched with and be lining up those dates before you know it. If you want to meet loads of new people and have a cracking night out, book now!

  Price: £25

• Speed Dating in Canterbury

  Date: Thursday, 28 May 2026

  Time: 18:00

  Location: One Pound Lane, Canterbury

  Ages 40-55

  Original Dating is proud to bring our unique brand of speed dating to One Pound Lane, Canterbury. Are you looking to meet fun professionals? Then look no further, we've hired the best bar in town for the best speed dating events for miles around. You won't find a better night than this! Our private space is perfect for meeting a ton of new people. You'll be able to get to know 15 other singles on lots of short 4 minute dates. Our social events make meeting people easy and they're great fun too. After you've met everyone there's plenty of time to catch up some more, with those that caught your eye. The following day you'll have access to our exclusive match system before finding out who you've mutually matched with. Book now for a great dating experience.

  Price: £25

• Speed Dating in Oxford

  Date: Thursday, 28 May 2026

  Time: 18:00

  Location: The Varsity Club, Oxford

  Ages 30-45

  Original Dating is proud to bring our unique brand of speed dating to Oxford. Expect to meet around 15-20 people throughout the evening for short dates lasting four minutes each. The perfect length of time to decide if you want to see someone again. After the event, you'll have access to our unique online matching system to find out who you've matched with and arrange that all-important next date. Our events attract a fun crowd and we hope you can join us too. We guarantee you'll meet people you want to see again at this event, but if you don't - your next event is free.

  Price: £20

• Newcastle Speed Dating

  Date: Thursday, 28 May 2026

  Time: 18:30

  Location: Slug and Lettuce, Newcastle upon Tyne

  Ages 40-55

  If you’re looking to meet new people and enjoy a great night out, our lively speed dating event at Slug and Lettuce Newcastle is the perfect place to begin. After signing up, you’ll move through the room meeting a series of potential matches, spending four minutes with each, just enough time to feel a spark and decide who you’d like to explore further. Then after the event you’ll gain access to our matching and messaging system. Choose the people who caught your attention, see where the interest is mutual, and start chatting to plan that all important second date. If you’re ready for a fun, relaxed evening in a fantastic venue, now’s the time to secure your spot.

  Price: £22

• Speed Dating in Clapham

  Date: Thursday, 28 May 2026

  Time: 18:00

  Location: Sugar Cane, London

  Ages 30-45

  You’re not asking for much. You want to meet someone cool, fun, and nice. We might just be able to help. Join us and around 30 others for a night of South West London’s finest speed dating at Sugar Cane. This event is designed for people in their 30s and 40s and attracts singletons from across the area. You'll find out who you mutually matched with on our website the next day. Get in touch with your matches the next day, and you'll be meeting for real dates in no time. Sign up now.

  Price: £20

• Guildford Speed Dating

  Date: Thursday, 28 May 2026

  Time: 18:30

  Location: All Bar One, Guildford

  Ages 40-55

  Original Dating is thrilled to bring our signature speed dating events to Guildford. If you’re looking to meet new people, enjoy a top night out, and sample some of the city’s finest drinks, you’re in exactly the right place. Our lively events at All Bar One deliver all that and then some. All Bar One Guildford isn’t just any venue, it’s a stylish, buzzing spot that sets the perfect backdrop for a memorable dating experience. Across the evening, you’ll rotate through a series of four‑minute dates, long enough to spark a connection, short enough to skip the awkward silences. Plus, there’s plenty of time before, during, and after to grab a drink and chat at your own pace. When the night wraps up, simply log in to our bespoke matching and messaging system to see who you matched with and start planning those all‑important second dates. If you’re ready to meet loads of new people and enjoy a brilliant night out, grab your ticket today!

  Price: £22

• Speed Dating Doncaster

  Date: Friday, 29 May 2026

  Time: 18:30

  Location: Highfield Coffee Social, Doncaster

  Ages 30-45

  Love coffee or something a little stronger, then why not checkout Doncaster's newest speed dating event! Original Dating is thrilled to continue bringing our top‑quality speed dating events to Doncaster, all set in the brilliant atmosphere of Highfield Coffee Social. From coffee to alcohol, they do it all! You’ll meet up to 20 like‑minded people through a series of fun, four‑minute dates, just the right amount of time to know whether you’d like to see someone again. Once the event wraps up, you’ll get access to our online matching system, where you can discover who you’ve mutually matched with and reconnect with anyone who caught your eye. We’d love to welcome you to our next Doncaster event. We’re confident you’ll meet someone you want to see again. Coming straight from work or just fancy a pre-date bite to eat. This fab venue has you covered! The option to arrive early to eat some delicious food is here. Please see the venues pre-order link https://www.wixforms.com/f/7434184143346336768. Please note the purchase of food is separate from our company and pricings. Book now!

  Price: £22