SPEED DATING IN LONDON
London's #1 for speed dating. Amazing events every week since 2003

How does speed dating in London work?

You'll meet 15–20 other single Londoners in one evening, in a private area of a good bar. Each date lasts 4–5 minutes, you privately note who you'd like to see again, and the next day our matching system reveals your mutual matches so you can message them securely.

How much does speed dating in London cost?

Most London speed dating tickets are around £20, with singles parties and special events varying. Every event includes our matching service, and if you don't match with anyone, your next event is free.

What ages go to speed dating in London?

Every event has a set age range, clearly shown before you book — typically 20s & 30s, 30s & 40s, and dedicated over-40s and over-50s nights. Attendees are overwhelmingly working professionals who'd rather meet in person than swipe.

Is speed dating worth it in 2026?

We'd say so — and the growth in bookings agrees. With app fatigue at an all-time high, meeting 20 people face to face in two hours is simply more efficient: you know within minutes whether there's chemistry, something no amount of messaging can tell you.

What should I wear to a London speed dating event?

Smart-casual wins. Wear what you'd wear on a good first date in London: comfortable, confident, you. No dress code beyond the venue's own.

Can I come to speed dating alone?

Most people do — arriving solo is completely normal and our hosts make sure nobody's left standing awkwardly. Bringing a friend is welcome too (book together and you won't be sat on consecutive dates).

What happens if the numbers are uneven on the night?

We manage male and female ticket allocations separately for every event to keep numbers balanced, and our hosts adjust the rotation on the night so everyone gets a full set of dates.

Do you run gay and lesbian speed dating in London?

Yes — regular gay speed dating nights in Soho and Clerkenwell, and monthly lesbian speed dating events. Same format, same matching system, same guarantee.

Which areas of London do you run events in?

The City, Soho, Covent Garden, Clerkenwell, Holborn, Clapham, Battersea, Tooting, Camden, Islington and Richmond — with new areas added regularly. Central London events are all within a few minutes of a Tube station.

How is Original Dating different from other London speed dating companies?

We've been running London speed dating since 2003 — longer than anyone else — with professional hosts, our own purpose-built matching system, balanced events, and a free-rematch guarantee. Around 200 London events a year means there's almost always one that fits your week.