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Singles in and around Islington
Islington is a lively north London district of Georgian squares, independent shops and plenty of pubs and restaurants. For a first date there's a browse round Camden Passage, a walk beside Regent's Canal, or a stroll in Highbury Fields. Check opening times before you go.
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First date ideas in Islington
Three easy places to meet someone new in Islington. Check opening times before you go.
Camden Passage
A pedestrian lane of antiques shops, cafés and market stalls near Angel. Easy to wander and full of places to stop for a coffee.
Regent's Canal towpath
A flat, quiet towpath running through the borough, with narrowboats and bridges along the way. A good walk and talk.
Highbury Fields
A big green space with lawns and tennis courts, a short walk from Highbury and Islington station. Public and relaxed.
Around Islington
Neighbourhoods and nearby towns: Islington town centre, Angel, Highbury, Barnsbury, Canonbury, Clerkenwell, Archway and Finsbury Park.
Getting there: Angel is on the Northern line, Highbury and Islington has the Victoria line, the Overground and national rail, and Finsbury Park has the Piccadilly and Victoria lines. Buses link the area with central London and the rest of the north.
Go London Dating covers the whole London area, so you can join from Islington and search nearby towns too. New to dating again? Our guide to dating safely is a good place to start.
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Questions about dating in Islington
What is a good first date in Islington?
There are plenty of easy options: a browse round Camden Passage, a walk beside Regent's Canal and a stroll in Highbury Fields. Choose somewhere public, keep it short and check opening times before you go.
How do I get to Islington?
Angel is on the Northern line, Highbury and Islington has the Victoria line, the Overground and national rail, and Finsbury Park has the Piccadilly and Victoria lines. Buses link the area with central London and the rest of the north.
Can I join Go London Dating from Islington?
Yes. Creating a profile is free, and when you sign up you pick your area so we can show you singles nearby. Go London Dating covers the whole London area, so you can search other towns too.
Is it safe to meet someone from online dating in Islington?
Meet somewhere public, tell a friend where you are going and keep the first date short. Every member is ID verified, and our guide to dating safely has more tips.