Dating Advice

Tips for single parent dating

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5 Tips to Dating as a Single Parent

Dating as a single parent can be tough. But by putting in some simple measures moving forward, you can get back out on the dating scene with confidence!

How to get over a break up

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The 3 Stages of Getting Over a Breakup

A breakup is difficult no matter who initiated it. It takes time to recover from—and you need to do it properly if you’re truly going to move on

celeb dating

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High-Profile Dating: How We Help Celebrities Find Love

Celebrity dating can be very difficult where everyone is watching to see what you are up to. Here are our expert thoughts

5 zoom date ideas

Gillian McCallum

5 Fabulous Zoom Date Ideas!

We think that there has never been a better time to date. Zoom and video technology has made it easier to make lasting, deeper connections

Finding Love in LA

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Finding Love in LA

The City of Angels is a thriving hub of sexy singles—but with so many leading busy lives, you need to make some time to get out there yourself!

How to maintain a long distance relationship

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How Can I Maintain My Long-Distance Relationship?

Long-distance relationships are hard. But by making time for each other and being open, you can keep the romance alive until you're back together.

Dating in San Fransisco

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Dating in San Francisco Made Easy

Dating in San Francisco is different from dating in London. There’s a little more mystery. A little more say-it-like-it-is. Oh—and more emojis. A *lot* more emojis.

Conversation for best date of you life

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The Best Date of Your Life: Our Ultimate Guide to First Date Conversations

Talking to a sexy stranger on your first date can be daunting—so check out our guide to what questions to ask, how to ask them, and what to avoid!

Lazy dater

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Five signs you are a lazy dater

With the frequency at which we are going on dates, it’s incredibly easy to become a lazy dater. It is almost an accepted idea that dating is just “a numbers game”

The narrowboat in Islington

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5 First Date Ideas in Islington

There’s a wide array of themes and cuisines on offer in Islington. You and your date are sure to find the perfect spot for that all-important first date!

Wallace Collection Cafe is great for a date

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8 Romantic Date Ideas in London

Romantic venues for your big date in London. Getting the location right is not easy so we have put together some date ideas that might help.

A singles guide to Barcelona

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Singles Guide to Barcelona

Gorgeous sun, vibrant culture—and some seriously sexy Spaniards soaking in some rays. Yep, Barcelona’s something of a paradise for singles...

call me mr lucky borough for a romantic date

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Top 5 First Date Venues in Borough

Borough is conveniently located and has some of the finest views of the London skyline around. Check out our top 5 first dates venues in the area!

Romantic walks through Regents Park

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Top 5 Romantic Parks in London

Few capitals have as many gorgeous green spaces as London, so you’re sure to find the perfect park for your romantic stroll! Here are our top 5.

Rotunda Kings Cross, First date potential

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Top 5 First Date Venues in North London

North London boasts a vast array of fabulous bars and restaurants ideal for a seriously romantic first date to remember!

Romantic date at the Egerton House Hotel, Knightsbridge

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Top 5 First Date Venues in Knightsbridge

Knightsbridge is one of the most affluent parts of London, so if you’re looking for an opulent first date spot to impress, you can’t go far wrong!

Date night venues in primrose hill

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Top 5 First Date Venues in Primrose Hill

No matter the season or the weather, Primrose Hill has something for everyone when it comes to first date spots. Check out our top 5!

Date restaurants in Belgravia

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Top 5 First Date Venues in Belgravia

Belgravia is awe-inspiring no matter who you are, and stuffed with surefire winners when it comes to potential first date spots! Check out our top 5.

Scarlett Green Restaurant for a blind date

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5 First Date Ideas in Soho

Looking for a first date to remember? You can’t go far wrong with a night in the thriving hotspot that is Soho! Check out these 5 first date ideas.

Best first date restaurants or pubs in East London

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Top 5 Restaurants for a Date in East London

There’s a whole word of first date venues in East London. No matter your vibe, you’ll find a romantic spot tailor-made to you and your date!

The Church garden

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London’s Top 5 Most Romantic Walks

There’s something so romantic about a walking date. No frills, no pomp—just conversation and stunning scenery. Here are 5 romantic walks in London!

A good date pub, The Gibson

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Top 5 First Date Venues in Clerkenwell

Clerkenwell is a stylish part of London boasting a diverse array of brilliant bars and restaurants. Check out our top 5 first date spots in Clerkenwell!

Wild first date experience in Victoria London

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Top 5 First Date Venues in Victoria

Victoria is one of the swankiest parts of London—and the perfect place for a first date to remember. Check out our top 5 first date venues in Victoria!

Romantic pub in Chiswick

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Top 5 First Date Venues in Chiswick

Chiswick is a leafy, relaxed suburb with aptly minimalist venues ideal for a chilled out date. Check out our top 5 first date spots in Chiswick!

Trafalgar for a date

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Top 5 First Date Venues in Greenwich

Greenwich is the perfect first date spot if you’re looking for something a little different beyond the hubbub of Central London. Here are our top 5!

Romantic first date pub The Orange

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Top 5 First Date Venues in Pimlico

Pimlico is an underrated area—but that’s all the better for you, as you can enjoy a range of uncrowded but nonetheless atmospheric first date spots!

The rooftop for a first date

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Top 5 First Date Venues in St James’s

St James is one of the most opulent areas in London—so a night here is sure to wow your beau. Check out our top 5 first date venues in St James!

ESQ a very romantic bar in Kensington

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Top 5 First Date Venues in Kensington

In this buzzing district of West London you’ll find some of the capital’s hottest date spots. Check out our 5 favourite first date spots in Kensington!

Baranis for a first date

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Top 5 First Date Venues in the City

The City is one of the swankiest places in the UK. You can’t go wrong if you’re looking for the ideal spot to impress on your first date!

First date at vagabond anybody?

Gillian McCallum

Top 5 First Date Venues in Battersea

No matter your idea of the perfect first date, Battersea’s thriving nightlife and bar scene ensures you and your date will find the ideal venue to flirt and be merry.

Callooh Callay

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Top 5 First Date Venues in Chelsea

Chelsea is one of the poshest parts of London, with swanky bars and rip-roaring restaurants. You and your first date are sure to find somewhere opulent!

XR restaurant first date venue bar restaurant

Gillian McCallum

Top 5 First Date Venues in Marylebone

Marylebone hosts some of London’s quirkiest bars and restaurants. You’re sure to find the perfect first date venue, no matter your tastes!

First date bar Mommi

Gillian McCallum

Top 5 First Date Venues in Clapham

Clapham is London’s ultimate party town. If you’re on the lookout for a buzzing bar or rip-roaring restaurant to impress on your first date, well—look no further.

Kona Kai, a great first date venue

Gillian McCallum

Top 5 First Date Venues in Fulham

Fulham is home to all manner of buzzing bars and gorgeous gastropubs. You’re guaranteed to find the perfect first date spot for your Fulham romance!

Are you dating a player or someone who messes you around?

Kirsten Donaldson

Do you attract players? Do you find yourself dating the wrong men?

"I attract the wrong kind of men" – this is something I have heard a great deal in my wonderful career as a matchmaker and I have some advice.

The curious history of dating

Matilda Parry

Book Review: The Curious History of Dating

Nichi Hodgson's account of the last 300 years of dating etiquette in the UK is a compelling read—perfect if you want the inside story on love through the ages!

London vs Amsterdam for dating

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Dating in London vs Amsterdam

Despite these two European capitals being relatively close, there are some stark differences in the dating culture you’ll find in each!

25 Essential first date tips

Mary Balfour

25 Essential First Date Tips

First date tips and advice that will help you be more successful when you go on a first date. The do's and don'ts that will guide your dating journey.

tips for singles on valentines

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Single on Valentine’s Day? 6 Tips from the UK’s Top Matchmakers

Valentine's Day can be notoriously difficult if you're single—but what if you channelled your energy into working on your self-esteem and meeting someone?

8 of the most romantic restaurants in london for Valentines

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8 Most Romantic Restaurants in London for Valentine’s Day

The choice of restaurants for a Valentine's Day in London can be overwhelming—so our relationship expert has put together 8 of his most highly recommended!