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
Lesbian Speed Dating
Sat 19 Sep 2026
REVOLVE - YOTEL, London, Clerkenwell
Join us for lesbian speed dating and meet around 15 women. Did we mention a free welcome drink?
Tickets
£20
Age guide
25-45
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Saturday Night Speed Dating - 30s & 40s
Sat 19 Sep 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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Speed Dating Brighton
Tue 22 Sep 2026
Brighton Metropole, Brighton, East Sussex
Brighton's busiest speed dating event! Enjoy 15-20 dates in one fun night at this fab venue!
Tickets
£22
Age guide
30-45
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Speed Dating in Birmingham
Wed 23 Sep 2026
Be At One - New Street, Birmingham
Join around 30 singles at this trendy Cardiff venue for a fun night meeting new people.
Tickets
£20
Age guide
30-45
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Speed Dating in Islington
Thu 24 Sep 2026
Be at One, Islington
Islington's very one speed dating event at this ace North London venue.
Tickets
£20
Age guide
30-45
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Speed Dating in Richmond
Thu 24 Sep 2026
The Bootlegger, Richmond, London
Introducing Richmond Speed Dating, a brand new addition to our program where singles can meet, mi...
Tickets
£25
Age guide
30-45
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Speed Dating in Bath
Thu 24 Sep 2026
The Bootlegger, Bath, Somerset
Brand-new addition. This is Bath's busiest speed date. Join us to meet up to 30 singles.
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£22
Age guide
40-55
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Speed Dating in St Albans
Thu 24 Sep 2026
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...
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£20
Age guide
25-38
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Speed Dating in Glasgow
Thu 24 Sep 2026
ARTA, Glasgow, Scotland
Join us for an evening of multiple dates at our brand new venue in Glasgow.
Tickets
£18
Age guide
25-38
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Speed Dating in Derby
Thu 24 Sep 2026
Bistrot Pierre, Derby, Derbyshire
Derby's busiest speed dating event. Meet up to 15 singles at this cool bar, in the heart of Derby.
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£20
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40-55
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Speed Dating in Edinburgh
Thu 24 Sep 2026
Manahatta EDINBURGH, Edinburgh, Scotland
Edinburgh's best speed dating event at this incredible venue.
Tickets
£20
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40-55
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Newcastle Speed Dating
Thu 24 Sep 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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40-55
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Guildford Speed Dating
Thu 24 Sep 2026
Rogues Bar, Guildford, Surrey
Guildford's newest speed dating event! Enjoy a fun night at this fab venue!
Tickets
£22
Age guide
30-45
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Bowling + Pizza Speed Dating Worcester
Thu 24 Sep 2026
DiscoBowl, Worcester
Worcester's newest bowling + pizza speed dating event! Enjoy the perfect mix of Pizza, bowling an...
Tickets
£35
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30-45
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Friday Night Speed Dating - Over 40s
Fri 25 Sep 2026
The Cocktail Club Oxford Circus, 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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40-55
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Friday Night Speed Dating
Fri 25 Sep 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
Age guide
30-45
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Speed Dating in Norwich
Fri 25 Sep 2026
Be At One, Norwich, Norfolk
Brand-new addition. This is Norwich's busiest speed date. Join us to meet up to 30 singles.
Tickets
£25
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40-55
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Autumn Lock & Key Party - Cambridge
Fri 25 Sep 2026
THE LAB, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire
Join us at our Singles Lock & Key Party. The ultimate way to meet singles in Cambridge.
Tickets
£25
Age guide
30-45
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Autumn Lock & Key Party Cardiff
Fri 25 Sep 2026
Peppermint Bar, Cardiff, Wales
Welcome to the Cardiff Autumn Chemistry Mixer. The Best Over 40s Singles Night in The City.
Tickets
£20
Age guide
40-55
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Autumn Singles Party - Edinburgh
Fri 25 Sep 2026
MANAHATTA EDINBURGH, Edinburgh, Scotland
Join us this Autumn for our Singles Party in Edinburgh. Up to 80 people expected.
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£20
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30-45
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