If you’ve recently searched for SpeedDater, SpeedDater events, or SpeedDater near me, you may have noticed that SpeedDater.co.uk has now closed down. After many years in the UK singles scene, the company has officially ceased operating, leaving thousands of daters wondering where to go for fun, well-organised speed dating events across the UK.
As one of the UK’s longest-running and most trusted dating event companies, Original Dating is here to support anyone affected by the closure — whether you previously attended SpeedDater events or were hoping to book one soon.
Below, we explain what has happened, what it means for singles around the country, and which events and locations are now available through Original Dating.
What Happened to SpeedDater.co.uk?
SpeedDater, once known as one of the UK’s largest speed dating brands, has shut down all operations. Their website is no longer active, events are no longer being run, and ticket holders are now looking for an alternative.
This sudden closure means that many towns and cities once served by SpeedDater — including London, Manchester, Bristol, Birmingham, Oxford, Cambridge, Reading, Brighton, Leeds, Nottingham, Glasgow, Edinburgh, and more — no longer have the events they relied on.
Looking for a SpeedDater Alternative? Original Dating Is Expanding Nationwide
The good news is that Original Dating has stepped in to fill the gap. With more than 20 years of experience and events across the UK, we’re now expanding our speed dating programme to locations previously covered by SpeedDater.
Original Dating now runs or is launching events in:
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London – The UK’s biggest and busiest programme of speed dating events
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Manchester – New weekly events replacing former SpeedDater nights
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Birmingham
- Bath
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Bristol
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Brighton
- Exeter
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Oxford
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Cambridge
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Reading
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Leeds
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Nottingham
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Sheffield
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Glasgow
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Edinburgh
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Chelmsford
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And more being added every month
Whether you were searching for SpeedDater London, SpeedDater Manchester, or SpeedDater Bristol, you’ll now find that Original Dating offers the most comprehensive and reliable programme in each of these areas.
Why Singles Are Moving Across to Original Dating
With SpeedDater closing down, many singles are discovering why Original Dating has been the UK’s favourite for over two decades:
✔ Professionally hosted events
Every event includes a trained host to ensure things run smoothly — something SpeedDater regulars will appreciate.
✔ Better venues
We partner with stylish bars and premium venues to create the perfect environment for meeting new people.
✔ A wider choice of age ranges and themes
From classic speed dating to Lock & Key Parties, immersive events, and special themed nights, our programme is far more varied than standard speed dating.
✔ Smart matching system
Our unique online matching platform makes it easy to connect with your mutual matches after the event.
✔ More locations
With SpeedDater gone, Original Dating now offers the UK’s largest number of speed dating nights across the country.
What To Do If You Previously Attended SpeedDater Events
If you were a SpeedDater customer looking for a trusted replacement, you’re in the right place.
Here’s what to do next:
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Browse events in your city – We’ve already launched or expanded in most SpeedDater areas.
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Join our mailing list – Get notified when new dates launch in your region.
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Try one of our signature events – Many former SpeedDater attendees say they prefer our format within their first visit.
Original Dating: The New Home for Speed Dating in the UK
SpeedDater.co.uk closing marks the end of an era — but also the start of a new one. Original Dating is proud to continue the tradition of bringing people together, offering a modern experience backed by reliability, warmth and great hosting.
If you’ve been searching for:
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SpeedDater alternative
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SpeedDater closed
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speed dating near me
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speed dating London / Manchester / Bristol / Oxford / Glasgow / etc.
— then look no further.
👉 Explore upcoming events in your city at OriginalDating.com
We look forward to welcoming both new and former SpeedDater guests to the UK’s best-loved speed dating events.