WHY WE BELIEVE WE'RE THE BEST SPEED DATING COMPANY
You may have noticed several companies advertising dating events in London and across the UK, but it's fair to say not all dating companies are created equal. Original Dating has been operational since speed dating first arrived and we've learnt a thing or two about what it takes to run a successful speed dating event.
Our brand of speed dating is in a different class to the others that operate in this market and we want to tell you why we think our speed dating experience is second to none. Below are a few key points.
- The Original Dating Guarantee - if you don't meet someone you want to see again at one of our events your next event is free
- Speed dating but not too speedy. Some insist on rushing you from one date to the next with no time to catch your breath - we don't
- Professional hosts. Our hosts really go the extra mile to ensure have a great time
- Original Dating uses only the best and most suitable venues for speed dating. You'll never be overlooked at our events
- We believe ambiance is the key to a quality event. Little touches such as candles on the table and the right music go a long way
- 10% discount offered to all returning clients
- Our marketing is directed to young professionals - we aim to fill our events with the kind of people you want to meet
- Our events consistently sell out so rest assured that you will meet a good selection of people at an Original Dating event
- The majority of our customers come via word of mouth - there is only one reason why we come so highly recommended
These are just some of the reasons why we believe Original Dating is best. Why not book an event with us and find out for yourself why we are London's leading speed dating organiser. We're sure we offer the very best speed dating in London or the UK for that matter. We're quite happy to be put to the test on this claim. We hope to see you at an Original Dating event very soon.
Check out what's coming up
Saturday Night Speed Dating - 30s & 40s
Sat 20 Jun 2026
The Kings Arms, Central London
One of the busiest and best speed dating events in Central London, not to be missed. Book your ti...
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£11
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30-45
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Over 50s Speed Dating Night
Sat 20 Jun 2026
REVOLVE - Yotel, London, Clerkenwell
Single in your fifties or sixties? This is the speed dating event for you. Fast, fun four-minute ...
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£22
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50-65
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Chemistry - Over 40s Singles Party
Sat 20 Jun 2026
The Happenstance (Lounge Bar), London, St Pauls
Chemistry - a unique over 40s singles party for those that are serious about dating.
Tickets
£25
Age guide
40-55
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Speed Dating in Cambridge
Wed 24 Jun 2026
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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Speed Dating in Birmingham
Wed 24 Jun 2026
Be At One - New Street, Birmingham
Join around 30 singles at this trendy Birmingham venue for a fun night meeting new people.
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£20
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30-45
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Speed dating in Bristol
Wed 24 Jun 2026
Lost & Found, Bristol
Join around 30 singles at this trendy Bristol venue for a fun night meeting new people.
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£20
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30-45
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Speed Dating Sheffield
Wed 24 Jun 2026
Manahatta, Sheffield
Sheffield's busiest Speed Dating event! Join in on a dates filled evening at this fab venue!
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£22
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40-55
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Speed Dating in Basingstoke
Wed 24 Jun 2026
Duck and Tipple , Basingstoke, Hampshire
Basingstoke's busiest speed dating event. 15-20 dates in one fun night at this fab venue!
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£22
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40-55
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Guildford Speed Dating
Wed 24 Jun 2026
All Bar One, Guildford, Surrey
Guildford's newest speed dating event! Enjoy a fun night at this fab venue!
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£22
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30-45
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Speed Dating in Clapham
Thu 25 Jun 2026
Hannah Battersea, London, Clapham Junction
You'll typically meet 15-18 people for our popular speed dating event at this cool venue in CJ.
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£20
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30-45
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Speed Dating in Oxford
Thu 25 Jun 2026
Raoul's, Oxford, Oxfordshire
Oxford's busiest speed dating event. 15-20 dates in one fun night at this fab venue.
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£20
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30-45
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Speed Dating in Canterbury
Thu 25 Jun 2026
One Pound Lane, Canterbury, Kent
Canterbury's busiest speed dating event. Join us and meet new people in person.
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£20
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30-45
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Summer Singles Party - Southampton
Thu 25 Jun 2026
Yates, Southampton, Hampshire
Welcome to the Southampton Summer Lock & Key Party! Meet, mingle and party with the perfect icebr...
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£20
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30-45
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Speed Dating in Edinburgh
Thu 25 Jun 2026
Manahatta EDINBURGH, Edinburgh, Scotland
Edinburgh's best speed dating event at this incredible venue.
Tickets
£20
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25-38
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Newcastle Speed Dating
Thu 25 Jun 2026
Slug and Lettuce , Newcastle
Newcastle's busiest speed dating event! Join us for a great night at this fab venue!
Tickets
£22
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30-45
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Friday Night Speed Dating
Fri 26 Jun 2026
The Anthologist (panel room), London, The City
It's our busiest event of the week. 20 dates and no work tomorrow. You just can't beat this event.
Tickets
£20
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30-45
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Friday Night Speed Dating - 30s & 40s event
Fri 26 Jun 2026
The Cocktail Club West End, London, Central London
Kick start your weekend with Friday night speed dating at our brand new venue in the heart of Cen...
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£22
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30-45
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Speed Dating in Chelmsford
Fri 26 Jun 2026
The Courtyard, Chelmsford, Essex
The busiest Speed Dating event in Chelmsford. Meet up to 15 singles in one night!
Tickets
£20
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30-45
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Saturday Night Speed Dating - 30s & 40s
Sat 27 Jun 2026
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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Lesbian Speed Dating
Sat 27 Jun 2026
REVOLVE - YOTEL, London, Clerkenwell
Join us for lesbian speed dating and meet around 15 women. Did we mention a free welcome drink?
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£20
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25-45
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