Welcome to Original Dating the home of alternative dating events. Why do you think we're called ORIGINAL, because we're at the forefront of alternative dating events in London, launching world first after first.
Our alternative dating events are designed to give you an innovative way to meet new people in London - just a little different to our standard speed dating format. We create positive atmosphere with the intention to enhance your dating experience.
The term 'dating events' can be limiting. If it wasn't so wordy, I would prefer to use 'social events for single people' because that’s exactly what they are. Our fantastic range of alternative dating events ensure you'll meet a lot of single people in one night but more importantly have an incredible night out in the process.
Our alternative dating events include Dating Against Humanity, Dating Bingo, Ping Pong Dating and Quiz Dating with more arriving this year. Unlike other company's offerings, our events work and are hugely popular!
Friday Night Speed Dating
Fri 13 Mar 2026
The Anthologist (panel room), London, The City
It's our busiest event of the week. 20 dates and no work tomorrow. You just can't beat this event.
Over 40s Friday Night Speed Dating
Fri 13 Mar 2026
Balfour at St Barts, London, The City
Kick start your weekend with Friday night speed dating at our brand new venue in the heart of Cit...
Speed Dating in Oxford
Fri 13 Mar 2026
Raoul's, Oxford, Oxfordshire
Oxford's busiest speed dating event. 15-20 dates in one fun night at this fab venue.
Speed Dating in Norwich
Fri 13 Mar 2026
Be At One, Norwich, Norfolk
Brand-new addition. This is Norwich's busiest speed date. Join us to meet up to 30 singles.
Saturday Night Speed Dating - 30s & 40s
Sat 14 Mar 2026
The Kings Arms, Central London
One of the busiest and best speed dating events in Central London, not to be missed. Book your ti...
Lesbian Speed Dating
Sat 14 Mar 2026
REVOLVE - YOTEL, London, Clerkenwell
Join us for lesbian speed dating and meet around 15 women. Did we mention a free welcome drink?
Pizza Lovers Speed Dating Winchester
Tue 17 Mar 2026
The Winchester Stable, Winchester, Hampshire
Winchester's biggest speed dating event. Meet up to 20 people!
Speed Dating in Clapham
Thu 19 Mar 2026
Sugar Cane, London, Clapham Junction
You'll typically meet 15-18 people for our popular speed dating event at this cool venue in CJ.
Speed Dating in Oxford
Thu 19 Mar 2026
The Varsity Club, Oxford, Oxfordshire
Oxford's busiest speed dating event. 15-20 dates in one fun night at this fab venue.
Speed Dating in Maidstone
Thu 19 Mar 2026
Mu Mu, Maidstone, Kent
NEW - Join us for Maidstone's busiest speed dating event at this unique venue.
Lesbian Speed Dating Edinburgh
Thu 19 Mar 2026
MANAHATTA Edinburgh, Edinburgh, Scotland
Brand-new event. Join us for lesbian speed dating and meet around 15 women.
Over 40s Speed Dating in Cambridge
Thu 19 Mar 2026
The Lab, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire
Join around 30 singles at this trendy Cambridge venue for a fun night meeting new people.
Speed Dating Portsmouth
Thu 19 Mar 2026
The Monarch, Portsmouth, Hampshire
Portsmouth's busiest speed dating event. Meet up to 20 people!
Friday Night Speed Dating
Fri 20 Mar 2026
The Happenstance (Lounge Bar), London, St Pauls
It's our busiest event of the week. 20 dates and no work tomorrow. You just can't beat this event.
Over 50s Friday Night Speed Dating
Fri 20 Mar 2026
Leaf and Cane Bar, London, Central London
Kick start your weekend with Friday night speed dating at our brand new venue in the heart of Cen...
Speed Dating in Chelmsford
Fri 20 Mar 2026
The Courtyard, Chelmsford, Essex
The busiest Speed Dating event in Chelmsford. Meet up to 15 singles in one night!
Saturday Night Speed Dating - 30s & 40s
Sat 21 Mar 2026
The Kings Arms, Central London
One of the busiest and best speed dating events in Central London, not to be missed. Book your ti...
Gay Speed Dating
Sat 21 Mar 2026
Revolve - Yotel, London, Clerkenwell
Join us for gay speed dating and meet around 15 men. Did we mention a free welcome drink?
Chemistry - Over 40s Singles Party
Sat 21 Mar 2026
The Happenstance (Lounge Bar), London, St Pauls
Chemistry - a unique over 40s singles party for those that are serious about dating.
Speed Dating Brighton
Tue 24 Mar 2026
Brighton Music hall, Brighton, Sussex
Brighton's busiest speed dating event. 15-20 dates in one fun night at this fab venue!
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