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
Gay Speed Dating
Sat 26 Sep 2026
Revolve - 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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Saturday Night Speed Dating - 30s & 40s
Sat 26 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
£11
Age guide
30-45
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Chemistry - Over 40s Singles Party
Sat 26 Sep 2026
The Happenstance (Lounge Bar), London, St Pauls
Chemistry - a unique over 40s singles party for those that are serious about dating.
Tickets
£30
Age guide
40-55
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Vegan & Vegetarian Speed Dating
Wed 30 Sep 2026
3 Locks, London, Camden
Meet singles who share your passion for vegan or veggie food at this cool spot in Camden.
Tickets
£18
Age guide
30-45
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Speed Dating in Cambridge
Wed 30 Sep 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
25-38
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Speed Dating in Basingstoke
Wed 30 Sep 2026
Duck and Tipple , Basingstoke, Hampshire
Basingstoke's busiest speed dating event. 15-20 dates in one fun night at this fab venue!
Tickets
£22
Age guide
30-45
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Speed Dating in Clapham
Thu 1 Oct 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.
Tickets
£20
Age guide
30-45
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Speed Dating in Oxford
Thu 1 Oct 2026
The Varsity Club, Oxford, Oxfordshire
Oxford's busiest speed dating event. 15-20 dates in one fun night at this fab venue.
Tickets
£25
Age guide
40-55
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Speed Dating in Edinburgh
Thu 1 Oct 2026
Manahatta EDINBURGH, Edinburgh, Scotland
Edinburgh's best speed dating event at this incredible venue.
Tickets
£20
Age guide
25-38
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Speed Dating in Maidstone
Thu 1 Oct 2026
Mu Mu, Maidstone, Kent
NEW - Join us for Maidstone's busiest speed dating event at this unique venue.
Tickets
£20
Age guide
30-45
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Speed Dating Preston
Thu 1 Oct 2026
1842 Restaurant & Bar, Preston, Lancashire
Preston's busiest speed dating event. Join us for a fun filled night at this fab venue!
Tickets
£22
Age guide
40-55
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Bournemouth Speed Dating
Thu 1 Oct 2026
Slug and Lettuce, Bournemouth, Dorset
Bournemouth's newest speed dating event! Join us for a fun night at this fab venue!
Tickets
£22
Age guide
30-45
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Speed Dating York
Thu 1 Oct 2026
Manahatta, York
York's newest and busiest speed dating event! Join us for a fun filled night of dating!
Tickets
£22
Age guide
40-55
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Speed Dating in Hemel Hempstead
Thu 1 Oct 2026
The Paper Mill, Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire
Join us for a fun evening of multiple dates at our brand new venue in Hemel Hempstead.
Tickets
£22
Age guide
40-55
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Friday Night Speed Dating - Over 50s
Fri 2 Oct 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...
Tickets
£25
Age guide
50-65
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Friday Night Speed Dating
Fri 2 Oct 2026
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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Speed Dating in Chelmsford
Fri 2 Oct 2026
The Courtyard, Chelmsford, Essex
The busiest Speed Dating event in Chelmsford. Meet up to 15 singles in one night!
Tickets
£25
Age guide
40-55
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Over 40s Speed Dating Night
Sat 3 Oct 2026
REVOLVE - Yotel, London, Clerkenwell
Single in your forties & fifties? This is the speed dating event for you. Fast, fun four-minute d...
Tickets
£22
Age guide
40-55
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Saturday Night Speed Dating - 30s & 40s
Sat 3 Oct 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 in Tooting
Tue 6 Oct 2026
The Wheatsheaf, London, Tooting
NEW - Tooting's busiest speed date at this South West London institution.
Tickets
£22
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40-55
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