Original Dating is excited to bring our speed dating nights to Preston. A lively, laid‑back way to meet new people, spark real connections, and enjoy a memorable evening out.

Across a series of relaxed four‑minute mini‑dates, you'll meet around 15 to 20 other singles. It's just enough time to feel a spark, share a moment, and decide whether you'd like to continue the conversation beyond the event.

After the event, our secure online matching system lets you choose who you'd like to see again. When there's a mutual match, we'll put you in touch so you can plan that all‑important next date.

Expect a warm, friendly atmosphere, a great mix of guests, and a professionally hosted event designed to make meeting people feel natural, enjoyable, and completely stress‑free.

Come for the experience. Stay for the connections. You never know who you'll meet.

Important information

- Doors open 7.00pm

- Event starts 7.30pm

- Speed dating finishes approximately 9.30pm

- Venue closes 11pm

It's essential that you arrive before 7.25pm in order to take part. We might not be able to allow entry if you are late.

Please ensure you make yourself known to our staff upon arrival to ensure you are activated on our matching system.

Speed dating is the best way to meet new people, it's not only fun but you'll meet around 15 other single professionals in one night. Meeting people offline in Lancashire has never been better with post event matching and messaging.

How it works

When you arrive at the best venue in town you'll be met by our friendly host. After a quick introduction explaining the night, you'll be straight onto your first date.

Each date will last around 4 minutes, the perfect amount of time to get to know someone and not that long to just have a chat, if not.

Girls stay at the same table throughout the evening and guys move around the room.

The following day you can select your matches, 'yes' 'no' or 'friend' and by 5pm you'll find out who you've matched with and be off on a date in no time. It's really that simple.

We'll have a short break halfway through for you to top up your drinks.

After the event

Once everyone has met everyone your host will round up the event but that doesn't mean the night is over, there will be plenty of time to chat some more after the event.

Description supplied by the event organiser.