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!
Speed Dating in Tooting
Tue 4 Nov 2025
And Then, London, Tooting
NEW - Tooting's busiest speed date at this South West London institution.
Speed Dating in Clapham
Thu 6 Nov 2025
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 St Albans
Thu 6 Nov 2025
The Crown, St Albans, Hertfordshire
This is St Albans' busiest speed date at Hertfordshire's finest bar. Join us to meet up to 30 sin...
Speed Dating in Glasgow
Thu 6 Nov 2025
Moskito Cocktail Bar, Central Glasgow
Join us for an evening of multiple dates at our brand new venue in Glasgow.
Lesbian Speed Dating Edinburgh
Thu 6 Nov 2025
MANAHATTA Edinburgh, Edinburgh, Scotland
Brand-new event. Join us for lesbian speed dating and meet around 15 women.
Over 50s Friday Night Speed Dating
Fri 7 Nov 2025
BrewDog Soho, London, Central London
Kick start your weekend with Friday night speed dating at our brand new venue in the heart of Soh...
Friday Night Speed Dating
Fri 7 Nov 2025
The Refinery Bankside, London, Central London
It's our busiest event of the week. 20 dates and no work tomorrow. You just can't beat this event.
Speed Dating in Oxford
Fri 7 Nov 2025
Hank's Bar, Oxford, Oxfordshire
Start the weekend with speed dating in the city's trendiest bar.
Saturday Night Speed Dating - 30s & 40s
Sat 8 Nov 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...
THE WINTER LOCK & KEY PARTY + PRE-PARTY SPEED DATING
Sat 8 Nov 2025
The Fable (Mezzanine) , London, The City
Welcome to the biggest party + pre-party speed dating for single Londoners. Over 250+ people are ...
Gay Speed Dating
Sat 8 Nov 2025
Komyuniti - Yotel, London, Clerkenwell
Join us for gay speed dating and meet around 15 men. Did we mention a free welcome drink?
THE WINTER LOCK & KEY PARTY
Sat 8 Nov 2025
The Fable (Mezzanine) , London, The City
Welcome to the Winter Party! Meet, mingle and party with the perfect icebreaker.
Vegan & Vegetarian Speed Dating
Wed 12 Nov 2025
3 Locks, London, Camden
Meet singles who share your passion for vegan or veggie food at this cool spot in Camden.
Speed Dating in Cambridge
Wed 12 Nov 2025
The Lab, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire
Join around 30 singles at this trendy Cambridge venue for a fun night meeting new people.
Speed Dating in Oxford
Thu 13 Nov 2025
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 Islington
Thu 13 Nov 2025
The Brougham, London, Islington
Islington's very one speed dating event at this ace North London venue.
Winter Singles Lock & Key Party - Bristol
Thu 13 Nov 2025
The Cocktail Club, Bristol
The Festive season is approaching, celebrate with us here and meet over 80 local singles!
Speed Dating in Edinburgh
Thu 13 Nov 2025
Manahatta EDINBURGH, Edinburgh, Scotland
Edinburgh's best speed dating event at this incredible venue.
Speed Dating in Canterbury
Thu 13 Nov 2025
One Pound Lane, Canterbury, Kent
Canterbury's busiest speed dating event. Join us and meet new people in person.
Speed Dating in Derby
Thu 13 Nov 2025
Carnero Lounge, Derby, Derbyshire
Derby's busiest speed dating event. Meet up to 15 singles at this cool bar, in the heart of Derby.
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