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 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...
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£22
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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
Age guide
25-45
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Speed Dating in Cardiff
Tue 30 Jun 2026
Barbara's Bier Haus, Cardiff, Wales
Join around 30 singles at this trendy Cardiff venue for a fun night meeting new people.
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£20
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40-55
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Gay Speed Dating
Wed 1 Jul 2026
Village Soho, London, Central London
Brand-new venue in Soho. Join us for gay speed dating and meet 10+ guys in one night.
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£20
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25-45
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Speed dating in Nottingham
Wed 1 Jul 2026
Pitcher & Piano, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire
Nottingham'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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40-55
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Speed Dating Worcester
Wed 1 Jul 2026
All Bar One, Worcester, Worcestershire
Worcester's newest and busiest speed dating event! Enjoy quality time and delicious drinks in thi...
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£22
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40-55
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Speed Dating Cheltenham
Wed 1 Jul 2026
Turtle Bay, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire
Cheltenham's newest and busiest event. Grab your tickets now!
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£22
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30-45
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Speed Dating in Islington
Thu 2 Jul 2026
Be at One, Islington
Islington's very one speed dating event at this ace North London venue.
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£20
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30-45
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Speed Dating in St Albans
Thu 2 Jul 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
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25-38
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Speed Dating in Glasgow
Thu 2 Jul 2026
ARTA, Glasgow, Scotland
Join us for an evening of multiple dates at our brand new venue in Glasgow.
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£20
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40-55
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Speed Dating in Derby
Thu 2 Jul 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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£18
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30-45
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Speed Dating in Edinburgh
Thu 2 Jul 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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Speed Dating in Liverpool
Thu 2 Jul 2026
Tonight Josephine, Liverpool, Merseyside
Liverpool's busiest Speed Dating event! Join us for a dating filled night at a great venue!
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£22
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40-55
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Speed Dating Preston
Thu 2 Jul 2026
1842 Restaurant & Bar, Preston, Lancashire
Preston's busiest speed dating event. Join us for a fun filled night at this fab venue!
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£22
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30-45
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Bournemouth Speed Dating
Thu 2 Jul 2026
Be At One, Bournemouth, Dorset
Bournemouth's newest speed dating event! Join us for a fun night at this fab venue!
Tickets
£22
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40-55
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Speed Dating York
Thu 2 Jul 2026
Manahatta, York
York's newest and busiest speed dating event! Join us for a fun filled night of dating!
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£22
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30-45
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Friday Night Speed Dating - Over 40s
Fri 3 Jul 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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40-55
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Friday Night Speed Dating
Fri 3 Jul 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.
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£20
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30-45
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Summer Singles Party - Edinburgh
Fri 3 Jul 2026
Brewhemia, Edinburgh
Join us this Summer for our Singles Party in Edinburgh. Up to 80 people expected.
Tickets
£20
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30-45
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Summer Singles Party - Birmingham
Fri 3 Jul 2026
BOX, Brindley Place, Birmingham
Love is in the air! Up to 80 guests expected at our Singles Party! Don't miss out, book now!
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£20
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30-45
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