Unified Dating - Meet Singles in Lincoln

Unified Dating are running a speed dating night in Lincoln on Sunday 29 November, with the venue still to be announced. They pitch it as an alternative to dating apps — a relaxed, friendly way to meet new people in person rather than through a screen.

The format is fast-paced and pressure-free: you chat one-to-one with a series of singles for three to five minutes each before rotating to the next person. When the rounds are over, you mark down your matches, and the organiser connects anyone who matched back. It's a straightforward way to get through a lot of introductions in one evening without the long-game of an app.

These sessions usually take place in bars, restaurants, and private event venues, and they're often split by age group — 20s, 30s, 40s, and 50s — and sometimes by profession or interest. A typical night draws between 20 and 40 people, so you'll have a decent run of conversations to get through. There aren't any staff on site during the event, so if you fancy someone, you exchange contact details yourself.

The dress code is smart casual, or as they put it, simply 'be yourself'. Tickets are £17.99 and sold online only, with no tickets available on the door, so you'll need to book your spot in advance. The venue is a Lincoln secret for now, to be announced closer to the date.