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ORIGINAL DATING REVIEWS

Reviews, feedback and quotes from our past clients

We loving reading feedback about the events we organise. The reviews are all from past clients at recent events.

If you've got any feedback for us, we'd love to hear from you.

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James Verified Attendee
Posted: 31/10/2025, Summer Singles Lock & Key Party - Bristol
PAUL Verified Attendee
Posted: 31/10/2025, Speed Dating in Canterbury
Orlando Verified Attendee
Posted: 31/10/2025, Speed Dating in Canterbury
Gordon Verified Attendee
  nice mix of people  
Posted: 31/10/2025, Speed Dating in Canterbury
Ersin Verified Attendee
Posted: 31/10/2025, Speed Dating in Islington
PAUL Verified Attendee
Posted: 31/10/2025, Speed Dating in Canterbury
Beth Verified Attendee
  The event was brilliant, but the room was very cold and uncomfortable.  
Posted: 30/10/2025, Speed Dating in Canterbury
Natalie Verified Attendee
Posted: 30/10/2025, Halloween Speed Dating in Maidstone
Jordan Verified Attendee
Posted: 30/10/2025, Halloween Speed Dating in Maidstone
Emma Verified Attendee
  Was my first time so all quite new, wasn't sure what to expects but felt very comfortable, enjoyable evening.  
Posted: 30/10/2025, Speed Dating in Canterbury
Gemma Verified Attendee
  Felt very comfortable, enjoyed speaking to everyone. Definitely be back .  
Posted: 30/10/2025, Speed Dating in Canterbury
Neil Verified Attendee
  Steph the host is lovely, bubbly, chatty, enthusiastic, makes the whole night special, the venue is great too  
Posted: 30/10/2025, Over 40s Speed Dating in Cambridge
Helen Verified Attendee
  Good venue and friendly people. Too noisy though.  
Posted: 30/10/2025, Over 40s Speed Dating in Cambridge
Susan Verified Attendee
  I had so much fun and met some great people. Well organised with an even ratio of men to women.  
Posted: 30/10/2025, Over 40s Speed Dating in Cambridge
Richie Verified Attendee
Posted: 29/10/2025, Over 40s Speed Dating in Cambridge
Tracy Verified Attendee
  Great night, met some lovely ppl  
Posted: 28/10/2025, Autumn Singles Party - Edinburgh
Lilian Verified Attendee
  Enjoyed the venue but it was a little too noisy and felt like I had to scream as I spoke!  
Posted: 26/10/2025, Autumn Singles Party - Edinburgh
Kieron Verified Attendee
Posted: 26/10/2025, Chemistry - Over 40s Singles Party
Daniela Verified Attendee
Posted: 26/10/2025, Saturday Night Speed Dating - 30s & 40s
Deglys Verified Attendee
  I loved the vibe and meeting new people!  
Posted: 26/10/2025, Chemistry - Over 40s Singles Party
Alpesh Verified Attendee
Posted: 26/10/2025, Chemistry - Over 40s Singles Party
rose Verified Attendee
  meeting new people is wonderful experience  
Posted: 26/10/2025, Chemistry - Over 40s Singles Party
Terry Verified Attendee
Posted: 26/10/2025, Chemistry - Over 40s Singles Party
Rina Verified Attendee
Posted: 26/10/2025, Chemistry - Over 40s Singles Party
Lynden Verified Attendee
Posted: 25/10/2025, Chemistry - Over 40s Singles Party
Tan Verified Attendee
Posted: 25/10/2025, Chemistry - Over 40s Singles Party
Denis Verified Attendee
Posted: 25/10/2025, Friday Night Speed Dating
Unique Verified Attendee
Posted: 25/10/2025, Saturday Night Speed Dating - 30s & 40s
Khatoozin Verified Attendee
Posted: 25/10/2025, Saturday Night Speed Dating - 30s & 40s
Sameer Verified Attendee
Posted: 25/10/2025, Saturday Night Speed Dating - 30s & 40s

 

Client quotes

"On last year's Original Dating's boat party I found my boyfriend Tony :) We're very happy and often talk about how we met. Thank you Original Dating!"
Debbie

"The host was so welcoming and people so friendly I didn't have a chance to be nervous"
Sam, Highbury

"Had a brilliant time and I have a date tomorrow! I'm going to tell my mate he has to come."
Richard, Clapham

"A really nice bunch of people last week. A great venue. Very professional. My friends have booked."
Sonali, Balham

"I honestly just came for a laugh, but it was actually really good fun.
Can I come again?"
Natalia

"I really think praise should be given where it's due. I loved your event last night and will be recommending it to others. Very professional, a great bar and a really fun crowd. I've been speed dating before but yours was the best I've attended."
Jon, Balham

"Me and my mate booked as a dare! We thought it would be full of saddos, but it was amazing. We were really surprised that it's actually quite cool. And the girls were hot!"
Mikael P. and Jason, Tooting

"I wasn't really looking for anything but my friend has been single for ages so I said I'd come with her for moral support. But the guys were really impressive. Smart, good looking, professional. And no weirdos!
Now that we've done it once we're thinking about doing it again."
Sarah

Just tried #speeddating /w @original_dating. Really good! #FF @original_dating
Via Twitter

"I had no idea what to expect and was a bit nervous. But once I was two dates in it was easy, and really good fun. Everyone was really cool. The girls were lovely and the other guys really friendly. I've nearly lost my voice from talking so much, but I'd definitely do it again."
Paul, Croydon

"Lol. What a laugh. I didn't think it would be so good! I met two guys I liked tonight so let's see how it goes."
Elise, Wandsworth

"The event was really good. I went on my own but about 15 of us went out together after. I got home at about 4 am! A few of us are going to meet up at the comedy event."
Charlie

"That was hilarious. The three of us really had a laugh. No nutters either and some of the guys were hot."
Sinead, New Cross

"My friend and me went on the boat party and totally loved it. We won speed dating tickets so decided to try it. It was totally not what we expected. Much more relaxed than we thought it would be and loads more people than we were expecting. And loads of us went out after. Some of the guys were well cute."
Francesca, Earlsfield

"As someone who organises events myself I thought I should drop you a quick email to tell you how impressed I was with last night's speed dating event. It was really well organised, the host made everyone feel really relaxed, the venue was lovely and the mix of people was much better than I expected. I'll definitely be recommending it to my single friends."
Tamsin

"I've just come out of a relationship and my friend made me come. But I had a really fun time and all the guys were really nice. It was a good reintroduction to the dating world."
Quan

"I felt I just had to drop you a line and let you know that I met someone at one of your events last July. We've just celebrated our one year anniversary! Who would have thought!?"
Iain

Interested? Why not check out our forthcoming events?

Last few places!
Tue 4 NOV

Speed Dating in Tooting

Tue 4 Nov 2025

And Then, London, Tooting

NEW - Tooting's busiest speed date at this South West London institution.

Tickets

£15

Age guide

23-35

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Thu 6 NOV

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.

Tickets

£20

Age guide

30-45

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Thu 6 NOV

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...

Tickets

£25

Age guide

40-55

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Thu 6 NOV

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.

Tickets

£20

Age guide

40-55

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6+

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6+

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Thu 6 NOV

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.

Tickets

£20

Age guide

25-45

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Fri 7 NOV

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...

Tickets

£25

Age guide

50-65

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Fri 7 NOV

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.

Tickets

£20

Age guide

30-45

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Fri 7 NOV

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.

Tickets

£20

Age guide

30-45

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Sat 8 NOV

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...

Tickets

£22

Age guide

30-45

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Sat 8 NOV

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 ...

Tickets

£30

£25

Age guide

30-45

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Sat 8 NOV

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?

Tickets

£20

Age guide

25-45

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Sat 8 NOV

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.

Tickets

£25

£20

Age guide

30-45

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Wed 12 NOV

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.

Tickets

£15

Age guide

30-45

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Wed 12 NOV

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.

Tickets

£20

Age guide

30-45

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Thu 13 NOV

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.

Tickets

£20

Age guide

25-37

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Thu 13 NOV

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.

Tickets

£20

Age guide

30-45

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Thu 13 NOV

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!

Tickets

£20

Age guide

30-45

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Thu 13 NOV

Speed Dating in Edinburgh

Thu 13 Nov 2025

Manahatta EDINBURGH, Edinburgh, Scotland

Edinburgh's best speed dating event at this incredible venue.

Tickets

£20

Age guide

30-45

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Thu 13 NOV

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.

Tickets

£20

Age guide

30-45

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Thu 13 NOV

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.

Tickets

£15

Age guide

30-45

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ORIGINAL DATING IN THE PRESS
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HOW IT WORKS

The beauty of Speed Dating London lies in its no-nonsense approach. You take an equal number of single girls and guys, put them in a room and give them a few minutes to chat with every other member of the opposite sex.

When you get there

Original speed dating events in London normally begin at 7.30pm. You will need to register with our hosts and to begin with they will issue you with a score sheet. This will help you to keep track of the singles that you would like to meet again and perhaps go on a date with. After a short period of mingling, your host for the evening who will run through detailed instructions and give you your starting position if you are a guy or table for the event if you are a girl.

Meet & Mingle

A London speed dating event is split into two halves, each lasting around an hour, there will be an interval at half time of about 15 minutes for speed dating London. You will have between 4 and 5 minutes with each person, after which you need to tick a box on your score sheet - "yes, I would like to meet this person again" or "no. Thanks but no thanks". Or "friend" if you'd like to get to know them platonically. Make sure that you do this after each date to keep track. Afterwards there is an opportunity for everyone to meet and mingle informally - this is often where the real action begins, so make sure you don't disappear too quickly!

Complete your score sheet

After the event you simply tick who you liked on the Original Dating website and the site works about your matches automatically. If the dates you have ticked as a "yes" have reciprocated you have a match. You will be able to view the first names and message them via our site online without revealing your email address until you are ready to. You'll be having proper first dates in no time.