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By *ingh89 OP   Man
8 weeks ago

Birmingham

Just wanted to hear a woman's perspective on this - what has been a good first dating experience for you in terms of location or activity?

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By *egDayEnthusiastMan
8 weeks ago

Liverpool

I heard a woman tell me Minigolf was a good date

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By *aven RedWoman
8 weeks ago

who knows, but it's not raining x

I went to the safari park once on a first date. Was amazing x

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By *cherryblossom-Woman
8 weeks ago

South glos

Whatever it is, it’s never going for a walk 😂

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By *onin25Man
8 weeks ago

Durham


"I heard a woman tell me Minigolf was a good date "

Only if she doesn't mind losing

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By *ingh89 OP   Man
8 weeks ago

Birmingham


"Whatever it is, it’s never going for a walk 😂"

I take it your taking from personal experience? Was that after a coffee?

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By *KTim61Man
8 weeks ago

Tipton

I like to watch the Dating Show First Dates, but I dont think I'd put myself forward to going on it though

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By (user no longer on site)
8 weeks ago


"I heard a woman tell me Minigolf was a good date "

Anything 'mini' sends bad vibes on a first date.

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By *cherryblossom-Woman
8 weeks ago

South glos


"Whatever it is, it’s never going for a walk 😂

I take it your taking from personal experience? Was that after a coffee? "

No not from experience, I’ve never gone on a walk for a first date. It’s just all a bit too meh for me, unless you live somewhere picturesque, even then I’d still have something else planned after.

It depends what you both want to do tbh, just ask her what type of thing she’d like to do and then plan it. If she offers to go 50/50, don’t accept it. Make sure you confirm the dates still on, on the morning of it so she knows it’s still going ahead. Good luck 🤞

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By *ingh89 OP   Man
8 weeks ago

Birmingham


"Whatever it is, it’s never going for a walk 😂

I take it your taking from personal experience? Was that after a coffee?

No not from experience, I’ve never gone on a walk for a first date. It’s just all a bit too meh for me, unless you live somewhere picturesque, even then I’d still have something else planned after.

It depends what you both want to do tbh, just ask her what type of thing she’d like to do and then plan it. If she offers to go 50/50, don’t accept it. Make sure you confirm the dates still on, on the morning of it so she knows it’s still going ahead. Good luck 🤞 "

Fair point but getting a joint decision - does not show you know how to take lead as such IMO

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By *cherryblossom-Woman
8 weeks ago

South glos


"Whatever it is, it’s never going for a walk 😂

I take it your taking from personal experience? Was that after a coffee?

No not from experience, I’ve never gone on a walk for a first date. It’s just all a bit too meh for me, unless you live somewhere picturesque, even then I’d still have something else planned after.

It depends what you both want to do tbh, just ask her what type of thing she’d like to do and then plan it. If she offers to go 50/50, don’t accept it. Make sure you confirm the dates still on, on the morning of it so she knows it’s still going ahead. Good luck 🤞

Fair point but getting a joint decision - does not show you know how to take lead as such IMO "

I think there’s a balance between a guy taking the lead, but also her doing something she wants to do and not just going along with it. Just give her a few options and let her pick, then you do the rest with planning it. Then you’re still taking the initiative but she’s also happy because she had a choice of what to do

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By *rSuave88Man
8 weeks ago

Mirfield

They love it when you take them swimming.

'let me see you looking all cute in that swimming cap' 😏🏊🏽‍♂️

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By *eroLondonMan
8 weeks ago

Mayfair


"Whatever it is, it’s never going for a walk 😂"

Some of my first 'coffee' dates have entailed extended walking, with breaks, in an årt gallery or some culture emporium. Ambling around the artefacts and artworks, piping hot coffee (or mulled wine) in hand, with a pocket full of hope and a bagful of laughter and smiles. It's a date with a twist.

Other scenarios have also been quite joyful... ... ...

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By *iamondsmiles.Woman
8 weeks ago

SW1A1AA

I went to the zoo. It was on a dating thread and and thid guy asked me what I wanted to do so I said go to the zoo, so of to the zoo we went

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By *onin25Man
8 weeks ago

Durham


"I went to the zoo. It was on a dating thread and and thid guy asked me what I wanted to do so I said go to the zoo, so of to the zoo we went"

A zoo would be a fantastic date location

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By *allySlinkyWoman
8 weeks ago

Leeds


"I heard a woman tell me Minigolf was a good date

Anything 'mini' sends bad vibes on a first date. "

Even a mini skirt ?

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By *cherryblossom-Woman
8 weeks ago

South glos


"Whatever it is, it’s never going for a walk 😂

Some of my first 'coffee' dates have entailed extended walking, with breaks, in an årt gallery or some culture emporium. Ambling around the artefacts and artworks, piping hot coffee (or mulled wine) in hand, with a pocket full of hope and a bagful of laughter and smiles. It's a date with a twist.

Other scenarios have also been quite joyful... ... ..."

You live in London though you’re never far from something fun to do if you’re walking. My ideal first date is doing things like going to a museum, but I guarantee no man asking me for a walk where I live has a museum planned enroute 😂. I’d be lucky to get a Costa at the end I’m sure

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By *iamondsmiles.Woman
8 weeks ago

SW1A1AA


"I went to the zoo. It was on a dating thread and and thid guy asked me what I wanted to do so I said go to the zoo, so of to the zoo we went

A zoo would be a fantastic date location "

We went to Twycross zoo in the midlands he picked me up from the train station. The baboos where having a great time⅝

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By *iamondsmiles.Woman
8 weeks ago

SW1A1AA

Ive also been to art galleries and museums on a first date. Ive never expected anything more than a coffee but sometimes you get chatting and you both want something more

But id never expect it

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By (user no longer on site)
8 weeks ago


"I heard a woman tell me Minigolf was a good date

Anything 'mini' sends bad vibes on a first date.

Even a mini skirt ?"

Good point ! Or a Cadburys Mini Egg.

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By *cherryblossom-Woman
8 weeks ago

South glos


"I heard a woman tell me Minigolf was a good date

Anything 'mini' sends bad vibes on a first date.

Even a mini skirt ?

Good point ! Or a Cadburys Mini Egg.

"

OP is from Birmingham so he could take her to Cadbury world tbf 😎. That sounds pretty fun for a first date. If you hate each other at least you get a goody bag to take home and eat while you’re crying

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By *ib.Man
8 weeks ago

Hampshire


"I heard a woman tell me Minigolf was a good date

Anything 'mini' sends bad vibes on a first date. "

We should just call minigolf "golf" and normal golf "giant golf" to avoid emasculation.

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By *allySlinkyWoman
8 weeks ago

Leeds


"

We should just call minigolf "golf" and normal golf "giant golf" to avoid emasculation."

There's also Crazy Golf plus Pitch and Putt

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By *eroLondonMan
8 weeks ago

Mayfair


"Whatever it is, it’s never going for a walk 😂

Some of my first 'coffee' dates have entailed extended walking, with breaks, in an årt gallery or some culture emporium. Ambling around the artefacts and artworks, piping hot coffee (or mulled wine) in hand, with a pocket full of hope and a bagful of laughter and smiles. It's a date with a twist.

Other scenarios have also been quite joyful... ... ...

You live in London though you’re never far from something fun to do if you’re walking. My ideal first date is doing things like going to a museum, but I guarantee no man asking me for a walk where I live has a museum planned enroute 😂. I’d be lucky to get a Costa at the end I’m sure "

Challenge accepted. I shall plan an årtfúl ítínerary around The National Arboretum. A carafe of mediocre West Country 'brandy' to keep us company and a pamphlet to guide us around the silvan glade.

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By *egDayEnthusiastMan
8 weeks ago

Liverpool


"I heard a woman tell me Minigolf was a good date

Anything 'mini' sends bad vibes on a first date.

We should just call minigolf "golf" and normal golf "giant golf" to avoid emasculation."

I'm not that insecure about my masculinity to have to change the wording on activies to fit within social norms, Minigolf is fine

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By *allySlinkyWoman
8 weeks ago

Leeds


"a pamphlet to guide us around the silvan glade."

Is that the way to the G-spot ?

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By (user no longer on site)
8 weeks ago


"I heard a woman tell me Minigolf was a good date

Anything 'mini' sends bad vibes on a first date.

Even a mini skirt ?

Good point ! Or a Cadburys Mini Egg.

OP is from Birmingham so he could take her to Cadbury world tbf 😎. That sounds pretty fun for a first date. If you hate each other at least you get a goody bag to take home and eat while you’re crying "

Cadbury World is great !

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By *cherryblossom-Woman
8 weeks ago

South glos


"Whatever it is, it’s never going for a walk 😂

Some of my first 'coffee' dates have entailed extended walking, with breaks, in an årt gallery or some culture emporium. Ambling around the artefacts and artworks, piping hot coffee (or mulled wine) in hand, with a pocket full of hope and a bagful of laughter and smiles. It's a date with a twist.

Other scenarios have also been quite joyful... ... ...

You live in London though you’re never far from something fun to do if you’re walking. My ideal first date is doing things like going to a museum, but I guarantee no man asking me for a walk where I live has a museum planned enroute 😂. I’d be lucky to get a Costa at the end I’m sure

Challenge accepted. I shall plan an årtfúl ítínerary around The National Arboretum. A carafe of mediocre West Country 'brandy' to keep us company and a pamphlet to guide us around the silvan glade."

You’re wasted on here. It would probably be the only time I’d agree to a walk on a first date (or more of a stagger but the alcohol would make the walking more fun)

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By (user no longer on site)
8 weeks ago


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We should just call minigolf "golf" and normal golf "giant golf" to avoid emasculation.

There's also Crazy Golf"

I think I'd prefer a first date with someone with a small penis than a psychopath.

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By *iamondsmiles.Woman
8 weeks ago

SW1A1AA

I wouldnt go on crazy golf for a first date as im absolutely shit at it

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By *aFemmeCoquetteWoman
8 weeks ago

Somewhere in the middle not the.....

Mini golf, bowling, sports bar with different activities like skittles/air hockey and the likes would be fun for me, nothing fancy

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By *OTSOSUBTLEMan
8 weeks ago

DUBLIN

Both parties turn up and on time-thats a good start!

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By *ib.Man
8 weeks ago

Hampshire

I must be in the minority - I'd rather not do any of that on a first date and prefer just a drink/chat/walk/food and save something fun after I know I'm interested.

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By *iss_Juicy79Woman
8 weeks ago

Edinburgh

A walk and a coffee and or a picnic

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By *eroLondonMan
8 weeks ago

Mayfair


"Whatever it is, it’s never going for a walk 😂

Some of my first 'coffee' dates have entailed extended walking, with breaks, in an årt gallery or some culture emporium. Ambling around the artefacts and artworks, piping hot coffee (or mulled wine) in hand, with a pocket full of hope and a bagful of laughter and smiles. It's a date with a twist.

Other scenarios have also been quite joyful... ... ...

You live in London though you’re never far from something fun to do if you’re walking. My ideal first date is doing things like going to a museum, but I guarantee no man asking me for a walk where I live has a museum planned enroute 😂. I’d be lucky to get a Costa at the end I’m sure

Challenge accepted. I shall plan an årtfúl ítínerary around The National Arboretum. A carafe of mediocre West Country 'brandy' to keep us company and a pamphlet to guide us around the silvan glade.

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You’re wasted on here. It would probably be the only time I’d agree to a walk on a first date (or more of a stagger but the alcohol would make the walking more fun) "

Brandy has an inexplicable way of dispersing any notion of a "social" or a "meet" (awful words) and replacing them with a "date". 🍷

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By (user no longer on site)
8 weeks ago


"I must be in the minority - I'd rather not do any of that on a first date and prefer just a drink/chat/walk/food and save something fun after I know I'm interested."

Strong agree. All these activities too much pressure with a stranger!

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By *aFemmeCoquetteWoman
8 weeks ago

Somewhere in the middle not the.....

Admittedly I'll have probably got to know the person for months before meeting so I'd wanna do something fun

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By *cherryblossom-Woman
8 weeks ago

South glos


"Whatever it is, it’s never going for a walk 😂

Some of my first 'coffee' dates have entailed extended walking, with breaks, in an årt gallery or some culture emporium. Ambling around the artefacts and artworks, piping hot coffee (or mulled wine) in hand, with a pocket full of hope and a bagful of laughter and smiles. It's a date with a twist.

Other scenarios have also been quite joyful... ... ...

You live in London though you’re never far from something fun to do if you’re walking. My ideal first date is doing things like going to a museum, but I guarantee no man asking me for a walk where I live has a museum planned enroute 😂. I’d be lucky to get a Costa at the end I’m sure

Challenge accepted. I shall plan an årtfúl ítínerary around The National Arboretum. A carafe of mediocre West Country 'brandy' to keep us company and a pamphlet to guide us around the silvan glade.

·

You’re wasted on here. It would probably be the only time I’d agree to a walk on a first date (or more of a stagger but the alcohol would make the walking more fun)

Brandy has an inexplicable way of dispersing any notion of a "social" or a "meet" (awful words) and replacing them with a "date". 🍷 "

I hope the OP is taking notes, staggering around an arboretum with a hip flask far surpasses crazy / mini/ giant golf ⛳️

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By (user no longer on site)
8 weeks ago

Got to be the HM Dockyard Portsmouth … the Royal Navy museum it’s a thrill a minute

Boat trip , submarine, HMS Victory and Warrior

The list is endless - hrs of fun plus great food and a lovely restaurant overlooking Gos Vegas

Got to be a winner dinner

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By *cLovin2Man
8 weeks ago

London


"I heard a woman tell me Minigolf was a good date

Anything 'mini' sends bad vibes on a first date.

Even a mini skirt ?

Good point ! Or a Cadburys Mini Egg.

OP is from Birmingham so he could take her to Cadbury world tbf 😎. That sounds pretty fun for a first date. If you hate each other at least you get a goody bag to take home and eat while you’re crying "

Do they still do the melted chocolate at the end of the tour, that was the highlight for me, but I went more than 10 years ago.

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By *eroLondonMan
8 weeks ago

Mayfair


"Whatever it is, it’s never going for a walk 😂

Some of my first 'coffee' dates have entailed extended walking, with breaks, in an årt gallery or some culture emporium. Ambling around the artefacts and artworks, piping hot coffee (or mulled wine) in hand, with a pocket full of hope and a bagful of laughter and smiles. It's a date with a twist.

Other scenarios have also been quite joyful... ... ...

You live in London though you’re never far from something fun to do if you’re walking. My ideal first date is doing things like going to a museum, but I guarantee no man asking me for a walk where I live has a museum planned enroute 😂. I’d be lucky to get a Costa at the end I’m sure

Challenge accepted. I shall plan an årtfúl ítínerary around The National Arboretum. A carafe of mediocre West Country 'brandy' to keep us company and a pamphlet to guide us around the silvan glade.

·

You’re wasted on here. It would probably be the only time I’d agree to a walk on a first date (or more of a stagger but the alcohol would make the walking more fun)

Brandy has an inexplicable way of dispersing any notion of a "social" or a "meet" (awful words) and replacing them with a "date". 🍷

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I hope the OP is taking notes, staggering around an arboretum with a hip flask far surpasses crazy / mini/ giant golf ⛳️ "

💌

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By *eductiveSecretsWoman
8 weeks ago

Birmingham

Something fun that you both can enjoy. It's intense meeting a stranger for the first time so relaxed environment is better. I know some women like to be wined and dined n shit but personally staring into someone's soul across the dinner table is a nightmare!

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By *each needs some creamWoman
8 weeks ago

Ilfracombe

The last time I went on a date was when I had just turned 18.

We went to the local pub had a few drinks, we were together for over 22 years so I guess it worked out.

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By *iHung50Man
8 weeks ago

near you

Boozy English afternoon tea. What's not to like about alcohol,cake and pastries and sandwiches with no crusts

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By *nightsoftheCoffeeTableCouple
8 weeks ago

Leeds

Take her swimming, so you can see what she looks like without all that shit on her face.

The mr

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By *ortySwitchMan
8 weeks ago

london


"I heard a woman tell me Minigolf was a good date "

Good luck trying to get a hole in one!

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By *inky Biscuit DunkerMan
8 weeks ago

Gloucestershire

Escape Room 😁

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By *a LunaWoman
8 weeks ago

Wales

First date? Just a drink or a coffee. The shorter the better! In fact keep the first couple of dates short (ish) and nonchalant and then if interested, extend the length (oh er!).

I’m very shy and introverted so like to acclimatise myself to people slowly, like the weirdo I am!

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By (user no longer on site)
8 weeks ago

My favourite people all have dogs so a dog walk together then coffee or a drink my ideal. ❤️🐕

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By *ingh89 OP   Man
8 weeks ago

Birmingham


"I heard a woman tell me Minigolf was a good date

Anything 'mini' sends bad vibes on a first date.

Even a mini skirt ?

Good point ! Or a Cadburys Mini Egg.

OP is from Birmingham so he could take her to Cadbury world tbf 😎. That sounds pretty fun for a first date. If you hate each other at least you get a goody bag to take home and eat while you’re crying "

Do they still give freebies at the end. It's been a very long time since I last went there.

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By *ittlebirdWoman
8 weeks ago

The Big Smoke

Perfect first date is a coffee or a pint and a good old chinwag. Nothing fancy. The person you’re having the date with is by far the most important part.

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By *onin25Man
8 weeks ago

Durham

Laser Quest

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By *ittlebirdWoman
8 weeks ago

The Big Smoke


"Laser Quest "

Do you have to be a certain height to do Laser Quest? Asking entirely for me

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By *onin25Man
8 weeks ago

Durham


"Laser Quest

Do you have to be a certain height to do Laser Quest? Asking entirely for me "

Nah, kids can do it

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By *ittlebirdWoman
8 weeks ago

The Big Smoke


"Laser Quest

Do you have to be a certain height to do Laser Quest? Asking entirely for me

Nah, kids can do it"

Oh phew. Thanks

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By *onko the SaneMan
8 weeks ago

3rd rock from the sun

A solo walk somewhere remote

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By *ingh89 OP   Man
8 weeks ago

Birmingham


"Perfect first date is a coffee or a pint and a good old chinwag. Nothing fancy. The person you’re having the date with is by far the most important part. "

Pretty simple and straightforward. Apologies if I have offended you previously by the way.

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By *ittlebirdWoman
8 weeks ago

The Big Smoke


"Perfect first date is a coffee or a pint and a good old chinwag. Nothing fancy. The person you’re having the date with is by far the most important part.

Pretty simple and straightforward. Apologies if I have offended you previously by the way."

Not at all OP. 🌈

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By *ustbrowsingfab40Woman
8 weeks ago

Chesterfield


"Whatever it is, it’s never going for a walk 😂"

That crops up often, also never lets go for ‘a drive’ 🤣

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By *m just me 78Man
8 weeks ago

Preston

Ice skating,as making a twat of yourself,is a brilliant icebreaker if you're a little shy.

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By *exxyyDy11Man
8 weeks ago

North West


"Whatever it is, it’s never going for a walk 😂"

Go for a run instead

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By *ustbrowsingfab40Woman
8 weeks ago

Chesterfield

Pretty basic for me a coffee or pub. Would avoid a meal I’d find that awkward first time meeting someone. Something fun like crazy golf or bowling is always a good shout.

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By *insBadMan
8 weeks ago

& around


"Just wanted to hear a woman's perspective on this - what has been a good first dating experience for you in terms of location or activity? "

When I lived and worked in Cannes, when Tinder first came out, it was standard first date in La Bar vin, wine and cheese board and then finish the night at the cabaret in the tranny bar at 2am. I'm old school, my father thought me right.

Drinks, dinner and a show.

Second date was always the same too. The following weekend, Saturday night @ Club L'Absolu (the best swingers club in France)

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By *ill Guy69Man
8 weeks ago

Glasgow


"Pretty basic for me a coffee or pub. Would avoid a meal I’d find that awkward first time meeting someone. Something fun like crazy golf or bowling is always a good shout. "

..yes, as OP asked, coffee and maybe a stroll somewhere, if nice. (short & sweet), keep it keen for more ..😘

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By *eroLondonMan
8 weeks ago

Mayfair


"Perfect first date is a coffee or a pint and a good old chinwag. Nothing fancy. The person you’re having the date with is by far the most important part. "

Fancy going to the Victoria & Albert museum, oh Le Petit Oiseau? I shall promise to behave.

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By *cherryblossom-Woman
8 weeks ago

South glos


"Whatever it is, it’s never going for a walk 😂

Go for a run instead "

I know someone who did this, I was horrified

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By *eroLondonMan
8 weeks ago

Mayfair


"Whatever it is, it’s never going for a walk 😂

Go for a run instead "

I can quite imagine that date going from an ice-breaker to a deal-breaker rather quickly!

🏃🏻‍♂️💨💨💨💨

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By *ib.Man
8 weeks ago

Hampshire

A cheese selection followed by a vigorous fingering.

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By *ib.Man
8 weeks ago

Hampshire


"I heard a woman tell me Minigolf was a good date "

They lied.

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By *nnandElleCouple
8 weeks ago

Brackley

I know a cracking owl sanctuary.

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By *ib.Man
8 weeks ago

Hampshire


"I know a cracking owl sanctuary."

🤣

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By *eliWoman
8 weeks ago

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"A cheese selection followed by a vigorous fingering."

Top tier combination.

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