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!
Saturday Night Speed Dating - 30s & 40s
Sat 27 Dec 2025
The Kings Arms, Central London
One of the busiest and best speed dating events in Central London, not to be missed. Book your ti...
Friday Night Speed Dating in Soho - 20s & 30s event
Fri 2 Jan 2026
BrewDog Soho, London, Central London
Kick start your weekend with Friday night speed dating at our brand new venue in the heart of Soh...
Speed Dating in Oxford
Fri 2 Jan 2026
Hank's Bar, Oxford, Oxfordshire
Start the weekend with speed dating in the city's trendiest bar.
Saturday Night Speed Dating - 30s & 40s
Sat 3 Jan 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...
Speed Dating in Tooting
Tue 6 Jan 2026
The Wheatsheaf, London, Tooting
NEW - Tooting's busiest speed date at this South West London institution.
Speed Dating in Cambridge
Wed 7 Jan 2026
The Lab, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire
Join around 30 singles at this trendy Cambridge venue for a fun night meeting new people.
Speed Dating in Clapham
Thu 8 Jan 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 8 Jan 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 Edinburgh
Thu 8 Jan 2026
Manahatta EDINBURGH, Edinburgh, Scotland
Edinburgh's best speed dating event at this incredible venue.
Friday Night Speed Dating
Fri 9 Jan 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.
Friday Night Speed Dating in Soho - 30s & 40s event
Fri 9 Jan 2026
BrewDog Soho, London, Central London
Kick start your weekend with Friday night speed dating at our brand new venue in the heart of Soh...
Speed Dating in Chelmsford
Fri 9 Jan 2026
The Courtyard, Chelmsford, Essex
The busiest Speed Dating event in Chelmsford. Meet up to 15 singles in one night!
New Year Lock & Key Party - Birmingham
Fri 9 Jan 2026
BOX, Brindley Place, Birmingham
New Year, New you! Join our Singles Party! Up to 80 guests expected! Don't miss out, book now!
New Year Lock & Key Party - Oxford
Fri 9 Jan 2026
The Varsity Club, Oxford, Oxfordshire
Match & mingle at our Lock & Key Party. The ultimate way to put yourself out there this new year!
New Year Lock & Key Party - Newcastle
Fri 9 Jan 2026
Manahatta, Newcastle
Don't miss our Lock & Key Singles Party. Up to +80 people expected. Book now!
New Year Lock & Key Party - York
Fri 9 Jan 2026
Manahatta, York
Don't miss our Lock & Key Singles Party Launch! Up to 80 people expected! Book now!
New Year Lock & Key Party - Sheffield
Fri 9 Jan 2026
Manahatta, Sheffield
Don't miss our Lock & Key Singles Party Launch! Up to 80 people expected. This is set to be an in...
New Year Lock & Key Party - Leeds
Fri 9 Jan 2026
Manahatta, Leeds, Greek Street
Join us at our Leeds Singles Lock & Key Party. The ultimate way to meet singles this summer.
New Year Lock & Key Party - Cardiff
Fri 9 Jan 2026
Peppermint Bar, Cardiff, Wales
Get dating in 2026 off to the best start with our New Year Singles party this January!
Saturday Night Speed Dating - 30s & 40s
Sat 10 Jan 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...
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