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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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Yasmin Verified Attendee
Posted: 10/05/2024, Speed Dating in Clapham
Adjani Verified Attendee
Posted: 10/05/2024, Speed Dating in Edinburgh
Monika Verified Attendee
Posted: 10/05/2024, Speed Dating in Manchester
Steven Verified Attendee
  Fun  
Posted: 10/05/2024, Speed Dating in Edinburgh
Ilias Verified Attendee
Posted: 10/05/2024, Speed Dating in Edinburgh
Mo Verified Attendee
Posted: 10/05/2024, Speed Dating in Edinburgh
Andrej Verified Attendee
Posted: 09/05/2024, Speed Dating in Edinburgh
Anna-Lena Verified Attendee
  The bar was too dark and far away, but I liked the mix of men.  
Posted: 09/05/2024, Speed Dating in Clapham
RICHARD Verified Attendee
  Very well organised, professional and an enjoyable evening all round.  
Posted: 09/05/2024, Speed Dating in Edinburgh
Jane Verified Attendee
  Could have a bigger venue as with 15 of us sitting closely was quite loud  
Posted: 09/05/2024, Speed Dating in Edinburgh
Paul Verified Attendee
Posted: 09/05/2024, Speed Dating in Edinburgh
Paul Verified Attendee
  Well organised but the room was too small and very noisy. Had a great time though  
Posted: 09/05/2024, Speed Dating in Edinburgh
Sari Verified Attendee
  You should remove that friend option. Like if I match with someone and they can match me back eithr “Friend” or “Yes”. But even we like each other and one of us is “Friend” the other one ois “Yes” it’s so sad that it will not be a match. Or either u could make “Yes” with “Friends” as matches also.  
Posted: 09/05/2024, Speed Dating in Edinburgh

Original Dating reply

Hi Sari, we actually do this already! If one person puts yes and the other selects friend then a friend match will be created.

Jessica Verified Attendee
Posted: 09/05/2024, Speed Dating in Edinburgh
Emily Verified Attendee
  Great bar!  
Posted: 09/05/2024, Speed Dating in Clapham
Melvin Verified Attendee
Posted: 09/05/2024, Speed Dating in Clapham
Caitlin Verified Attendee
  I much enjoyed this compared to the dating apps. However, I think it should be mandatory to have a picture on your profile and more information to help people make more informed choices. Especially as I have an awful memory so can’t remember people’s names.  
Posted: 09/05/2024, Speed Dating in Cambridge
Mathew Verified Attendee
Posted: 08/05/2024, Speed Dating in Cambridge
Zainab Verified Attendee
  I really enjoyed the post event drinks with my girls, I didn’t like any of the lads and I think I am gonna be single forever.  
Posted: 08/05/2024, Speed Dating in Cambridge

Original Dating reply

Ah, sorry to hear that. Your prince charming could be at the next event you attend!

Aris Verified Attendee
Posted: 08/05/2024, Speed Dating in the City
Guy Verified Attendee
Posted: 08/05/2024, Speed Dating in the City
Az Verified Attendee
  Great event great host.  
Posted: 08/05/2024, Speed Dating in Cambridge
Amine Verified Attendee
Posted: 07/05/2024, Speed Dating in Tooting
Kelvin Verified Attendee
Posted: 05/05/2024, Saturday Night Speed Dating
Joseph Verified Attendee
  I did enjoy myself tonight, everyone had a good time with me. Accept most of the women left right away. It was a good experience. But I think Orignal Dating should convince and make a post speed date event co firm 2nd date mingle that discourages both men and women yo stay. Just a suggestion  
Posted: 04/05/2024, Saturday Night Speed Dating - 20s-30s
Neil Verified Attendee
  Nice people, great hostess, too few people showed up.  
Posted: 04/05/2024, Saturday Night Speed Dating
Bukky Verified Attendee
  Plenty of Laughter, fun And chilled night  
Posted: 04/05/2024, Saturday Night Speed Dating - 20s-30s
Zack Verified Attendee
  Slow bar  
Posted: 04/05/2024, Saturday Night Speed Dating - 20s-30s
philip Verified Attendee
  Good host. Shame not many turned up  
Posted: 04/05/2024, Saturday Night Speed Dating
Poppy Verified Attendee
Posted: 04/05/2024, Speed Dating in Chelmsford

 

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 14 MAY

Quiz Dating

Tue 14 May 2024

Jamies Tudor Street, London, The City

A pub quiz and a speed dating event rolled into one. That's Quiz Dating and it's a whole lot of fun.

Tickets

£20

Age guide

30-45

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3

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Wed 15 MAY

Speed Dating in the City

Wed 15 May 2024

Jamies Tudor Street, London, The City

New - Join us for this new Wednesday evening event in the City.

Tickets

£20

Age guide

30-45

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2

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4

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Wed 15 MAY

Speed Dating in Camden

Wed 15 May 2024

Studio 48, London, Camden

Join us for our Camden speed dating event at the fantastic Studio 48. Book now for this busy event.

Tickets

£20

Age guide

30-45

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2

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3

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Thu 16 MAY

Speed Dating in Islington

Thu 16 May 2024

The Bull, 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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3

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2

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Thu 16 MAY

Over 40s Speed Dating - St Albans

Thu 16 May 2024

The Crown, St Albans, Hertfordshire

This is St Albans busiest speed date at Hertfordshires finest bar.

Tickets

£25

Age guide

40-55

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Thu 16 MAY

Over 40s Speed Dating in Maidstone

Thu 16 May 2024

Mu Mu, Maidstone, Kent

NEW - Join us for Maidstone's busiest speed dating event at this unique venue.

Tickets

£20

Age guide

40-55

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Thu 16 MAY

Speed Dating in Brighton

Thu 16 May 2024

The Walrus, The Lanes, Brighton

*NEW VENUE* It's Brighton's best speed dating event. Join us and meet up to 15 dates at The Walrus

Tickets

£15

Age guide

30-45

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3

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Thu 16 MAY

Manchester Speed Dating - Thirties

Thu 16 May 2024

Motley Bar - Yotel, Manchester

In your thirties and looking to meet people? This event is perfect for you.

Tickets

£20

£15

Age guide

25-39

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Thu 16 MAY

Speed Dating in Oxford

Thu 16 May 2024

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

30-45

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2

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2

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Thu 16 MAY

Quiz Dating Glasgow

Thu 16 May 2024

Missoula, Glasgow, Scotland

Test your knowledge and meet your match at this AMAZING QuizDating event.

Tickets

£20

£10

Age guide

30-45

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2

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Thu 16 MAY

Speed Dating in Edinburgh

Thu 16 May 2024

The Barologist, Edinburgh, Leith

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

Tickets

£20

Age guide

40-55

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Fri 17 MAY

Friday Night Speed Dating - 20s & 30s event

Fri 17 May 2024

Jamies Tudor Street, London, The City

Kick start your weekend with Friday night speed dating at our brand new venue in the heart of the...

Tickets

£20

Age guide

25-38

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6+

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Fri 17 MAY

Friday Night Speed Dating

Fri 17 May 2024

The Fable (Mezzanine) , London, The City

Join us and find out why this is London's most popular regular speed dating event. Not to be missed

Tickets

£20

Age guide

30-45

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5

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Fri 17 MAY

Speed Dating in Chelmsford

Fri 17 May 2024

The Courtyard, Chelmsford, Essex

The busiest Speed Dating event in Chelmsford. Meet up to 15 singles in one night!

Tickets

£20

Age guide

40-55

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Sat 18 MAY

Saturday Night Speed Dating - 30s & 40s

Sat 18 May 2024

The Kings Arms, Central London

Brand new Saturday night event in the heart of the West End.

Tickets

£22

Age guide

30-45

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6+

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Sat 18 MAY

Lesbian Speed Dating

Sat 18 May 2024

KOMYUNITI - 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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Wed 22 MAY

Speed Dating in the City

Wed 22 May 2024

Jamies Tudor Street, London, The City

New - Join us for this new Wednesday evening event in the City.

Tickets

£20

Age guide

30-45

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10+

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Wed 22 MAY

Over 40s Speed Dating in Cambridge

Wed 22 May 2024

The Lab, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire

Join around 30 singles at this trendy Cambridge venue for a fun night meeting new people.

Tickets

£25

Age guide

40-55

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Thu 23 MAY

Speed Dating in Clapham

Thu 23 May 2024

Sugar Cane, London, Clapham Junction

You'll typically meet 12-15 people for our popular speed dating event at this cool venue in CJ.

Tickets

£20

Age guide

30-45

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10+

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10+

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Thu 23 MAY

Gay Speed Dating Manchester

Thu 23 May 2024

Be At One Manchester, Manchester, Deansgate

Join us for gay speed dating in Manchester and meet around 15 men. It's a blast!

Tickets

£20

£15

Age guide

25-45

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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.