A question I'm often asked when hosting speed dating events: Don't you ever get bored?
To be fair I've hosted over 300 Speed Dating events so the question shouldn't come as a surprise but I can honestly say that I don't. This is partly due to the fact such a wide range of people attend events. Who wouldn't want a job where you get to meet such a broad spectrum of professionals from all sorts of backgrounds?
The other reason is the sheer variety of events I host. I'm lucky enough to work for a very professional but relaxed company who know the value of variety. So for those of you who are curious as to what Original Dating do, or perhaps those who've attended an event but are looking for something different, here are my pick of events over the last year.
Ever popular Speed Date events run throughout the week so grab some friends, pick a date and venue and get booking:
Wednesday finds us in the opulent surrounds of the justifiably famous Mahiki near Green Park. Think rambunctious royals and celebrating celebrities.
Thursday we run two events. The ever-popular Exhibit in Balham boasts a private room, bar and bar staff, while for those North of the river Islington is the destination. XOXO is situated 2 minutes from Angel tube opposite Islington Green. Come early for some amazing Thai food or simply indulge yourselves in their stunning cocktails.
Friday is time to date in the city amidst the plush surrounds of Dion right next to St Paul's Cathedral. Again, we have a private room, bar and bar staff and, as if that wasn't enough, live blues, rock and jazz plays upstairs until late leaving with you with no excuse not to stick around.
Saturday finds us in the West End in the media hub of Fitzrovia. Black & Blue is the destination boasting a great wine list and the possibility of any cocktail you can imagine. And if you want to carry on after hours, the vibrant and welcoming London Cocktail Club is just 20 steps away.
The highlight of this year has to have been our Jubilee boat party. A 28C day, our regular band The Gremlins kicking out some awesome tunes, Speed Dating try out sessions on the lower deck and our unique lock and key ice breaker offering up fabulous prizes meant this was a classic boat party of which there will be many more. Not to mention the three massive jubilee themed cakes that lasted about thirty seconds.
For those wanting a less formal, more traditional bar like atmosphere we ran a number of increasingly popular Mid-Week Socials across London. No icebreaker, just 50-80 like-minded single professionals in venues such as Soho House, Mahiki and The Exhibit. I have to admit getting home a little late after more than one of these events after being asked to lead a bunch of guests onto further night time adventures.
And finally, we're looking to revive our very own Comedy Dating event, TFI Sundays. 80-100 singles dating in groups of ten for 10-15 mins, interspersed with some of the UK's finest comedy talent.
So that was the year so far, but don't worry we don't plan to sit on our laurels. We have a few surprises coming up in the next few month so make sure you're on our mailing list and keep checking the website. And if you have any ideas you think may work, drop us a line. Who knows, perhaps you could be responsible for the next big thing in dating.
So to conclude, no I don't get bored hosting these events. How could I?
JOHN DAVIS
Here's some great dating events we've got coming up soon!
Speed Dating in Clapham
Thu 30 Jun 2022
Sugar Cane, London, Clapham Junction
You'll typically meet 15-18 people for our popular speed dating event at this very cool Clapham v...
Friday Night Speed Dating
Fri 1 Jul 2022
Dion - St Pauls, London, City
It's our busiest event of the week. 25 dates and no work tomorrow. You just can't beat this event.
Saturday Night Speed Dating
Sat 2 Jul 2022
Perini & Perini, Central London
Join up to 40 people for this busy Saturday night speed dating event in Central London. Read more.
Speed Dating in Clapham
Tue 5 Jul 2022
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 Over 40s
Tue 5 Jul 2022
Perini & Perini, Central London
Join us for some speed dating in Oxford Circus and meet around 15 people!
Speed Dating in Central London
Wed 6 Jul 2022
Perini & Perini, Central London
Leave the dating apps behind come and meet *actually* meet people at this busy speed dating event...
Speed Dating in Edinburgh
Thu 7 Jul 2022
The Barologist, Leith
NEW - Edinburgh's best speed dating event at this incredible venue.
Speed Dating in Islington
Thu 7 Jul 2022
The Bull, London, Islington
Islington's very one speed dating event at this ace North London venue.
Friday Night Speed Dating
Fri 8 Jul 2022
Dion - St Pauls, London, City
It's our busiest event of the week. 25 dates and no work tomorrow. You just can't beat this event.
Saturday Night Speed Dating
Sat 9 Jul 2022
Perini & Perini, Central London
Join up to 40 people for this busy Saturday night speed dating event in Central London. Read more.
Saturday Night Speed Dating
Sat 9 Jul 2022
Pavilion End, St Pauls
It's Saturday night speed dating in The City. Meet around 20 dates for a great night out.
THE ORIGINAL DATING SUMMER IN THE CITY PARTY
Sat 9 Jul 2022
The Refinery, London, Central
Welcome to the biggest party for single Londoners of the summer. 250+ people expected!
Speed Dating in Tooting
Tue 12 Jul 2022
The Wheatsheaf, Tooting
NEW - Tooting's busiest speed date at this South West London institution.
Speed Dating in Central London
Wed 13 Jul 2022
Perini & Perini, Central London
Leave the dating apps behind come and meet *actually* meet people at this busy speed dating event...
Speed Dating in Maidstone
Thu 14 Jul 2022
Mu Mu, Maidstone
NEW - Join us for Maidstone's busiest speed dating event at this unique venue.
Speed Dating in Edinburgh
Thu 14 Jul 2022
The Barologist, Leith
NEW - Edinburgh's best speed dating event at this incredible venue.
Speed Dating in St Albans
Thu 14 Jul 2022
The Crown, Hertfordshire
This is St Albans busiest speed date at Hertfordshires finest bar.
Speed Dating in Canterbury
Thu 14 Jul 2022
One Pound Lane, Canterbury
Canterbury's busiest speed dating event. Join us and meet new people in person.
Speed Dating in Oxford
Thu 14 Jul 2022
St Aldates Tavern, Oxfordshire
Oxford's busiest speed dating event. 15-20 dates in one fun night at this fab venue in the city c...
Speed Dating in Manchester
Thu 14 Jul 2022
Foundry Project, Northern Quarter
NEW - Manchester's busiest speed dating event at this stunning venue.
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