The blog
Local dating advice, first date ideas and the occasional bit of rhyming slang.
Written by Andy
Founder and writer
Every post on the blog is written by Andy, who founded Go London Dating. Expect local, practical advice for meeting people in London...from first date ideas to staying safe when you meet someone new.
First messages that get a reply
You don't need a clever line. A warm, simple hello that shows you've read their profile does the job.
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Autumn walks in London for a first date
Crisp air, golden leaves and a hot drink at the end. Autumn is a lovely time to meet someone on foot.
Read →Dating again after divorce or losing a partner
There's no right time and no rulebook. A gentle guide to getting back out there when you feel ready.
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Cosy winter date ideas in London
The nights are long and the fires are lit. Winter is a lovely time to meet someone in London.
Read →How to write a dating profile that gets replies
A few honest lines and the right photos do more than a clever one-liner. Here's how to make your profile work for you.
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First date ideas in London that beat a drink in the pub
From Hyde Park and the South Bank to Hampstead Heath and Greenwich: twelve easy, local first dates.
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Dating safely: a practical guide to meeting someone from online
Simple habits that make meeting someone new safer, from the first message to the first date.
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Dating in your 50s, 60s and beyond in London
Getting back out there later in life? You're in very good company here.
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Fancy something lighter? Brush up on your London words and sayings.