Crack on and try out these date night ideas across the country.
Dating isn’t the easiest activity.
What to wear? Where to go? To shave or not to shave? Hair gel or wax? Planning is a crucial step in the dating game, and it can often make or break the relationship.
Don’t put all your eggs in one basket by taking your date for a cheeky Nando’s. Come on, you’re better than that. Try things that aren’t normally your type, experience new places together, make memories, and don’t let your date become a meme on TikTok.
The UK is one hell of a bombshell, so wherever you’re located, you’re in for a good time.
You don’t have a clue? Check out these date night ideas around the country — tell your date to thank us. If it falls through, that’s on you. Soz.
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Date night ideas London
London is the bread and butter of the UK. Swanky, flirty, uber-cool, and a classic, dating in London will never be boring.
If you’re based in the capital, we’ve got some great date night ideas in London.
Food dates
To get to your date’s heart, go through the stomach. You can’t go too wrong with eating out on a date, especially in London where every street is packed full of cuisine from all over the world.
Below are some of the foodie spots we recommend for date night ideas in London.
Bancone — Italian
Locations
Covent Garden: 39 William IV Street, London, WC2N 4DD
Golden Square: 8-10 Lower James Street, London, W1F 9EL
Borough Yards: Arch 213, Stoney Street, London, SE1 9AD
Hoa Sen — Vietnamese
Location
22 Drury Lane, WC2B 5RH, London
Spitalfields — Market
Location
65 Brushfield St, London, E1 6AA
Drink dates
Sometimes the best dates are shared over a pint and a packet of crisps, or a few mocktails. Here are some of the best places to go for a drink date in London.
Swift — Cocktails
Locations
Borough: 66 Borough High St, Southwark London, SE1 1XF
Shoreditch: 93 Great Eastern Street, London, EC2A 3HZ
Soho: 12 Old Compton Street, London, W1D 4TQ
Canada Water Cafe — Coffee
Location
40 Surrey Quays Rd, London, SE16 7DX
The Captain Kidd — Pub
Location
108 Wapping High Street, London, E1W 2NE
Entertainment dates
Spice things up by straying away from classic dinner dates and do something fun together.
Backyard Comedy Club — Comedy
Location
231 Cambridge Heath Rd, Bethnal Green, E2 0EL
Monopoly Lifesized — Immersive experience
Location
213-215, Tottenham Court Road, W1T 7PS
Social Pottery — Pottery painting
Locations
Studio 136 (painting experience): 136-138 Kentish Town Road, London, NW1 9QB
Studio 43 (making experience): 43 Carol St, London, NW1 0HT
Studio 221 (making experience): 221-223 Royal College Street, London, NW1 9LT
Date night ideas Manchester
Manchester is one of the coolest cities in the UK, making dating that bit more fun. Here are some of the top spots for date night ideas in Manchester.
Food dates
El Gato Negro — Tapas
Location
52 King Street, Manchester, M2 4LY
Tattu — Chinese (not the Russian pop duo)
Location
3 Hardman Square, Gartside Street, Manchester M3 3EB
Drink dates
Speak In Code — Cocktail bar
Location
7 Jackson’s Row, Manchester, M2 5ND
The Fitzgerald — Speakeasy-style bar
Location
11 Stevenson Square, Northern Quarter, Manchester, M1 1DB
The Firehouse — Casual
Location
40 Swan Street, Manchester, M4 5JG
Entertainment dates
Roxy Ball Room — Booze & ball games
Locations
Deansgate: 76-78 Deansgate, Manchester M3 2FN
Arndale: Unit R3, Withy Grove, Manchester M4 3AQ
Whistle Punks — Axe throwing
Location
Great Northern Warehouse, Unit 20, Atrium level, 235 Deansgate, Manchester, M3 4E
Date night ideas Birmingham
Famous for being the hub of Industrial Revolution, Birmingham is full of great date night ideas to choose from. And we’re not talking about Cadbury’s World…
Food dates
Chakan — Peruvian
Location
140 Alcester Rd, Moseley, Birmingham, B13 8HT
Tiger Bites Pig — Taiwanese
Location
30 Church street, Birmingham, B3 2NP
Drink dates
The Sun On The Hill — Classic pub
Location
23 Bennetts Hill, Birmingham, B2 5QP
Pause Coffee shop — Coffee & bakery
Location
Unit 2, 92 High St, King’s Heath, Birmingham, B14 7JZ
Coffee dates are great because they’re easy, breezy, less pressured than dinner dates, and you have the option to take it into the night or call it quits after one cup. Pause Coffee and bakery is a cute little spot for a date with incredible coffee and even tastier baked goods. Crumbs everywhere.
Fox and Chance — Cocktail bar
Location
45 Pinfold St, Birmingham, B2 4AY
Entertainment dates
Chance and Counters — Board games
Location
Courtyard Unit 8, The Custard Factory, B9 4BG
Roller Jam — Roller disco
Location
68 Glover St, Birmingham, B9 4EL
Date night ideas Newcastle
Newcastle is vibrant and exciting, packed with fun date night options. Whether you’re looking for a classy dinner, unique drinks, or some competition, Newcastle has it all.
Food Dates
House of Tides — Fine dining
Location
28-30 The Close, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 3RF
Kaltur — Spanish tapas
Locations
High Bridge: 8 High Bridge, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 1EN
Dean Street: 19 Dean Street, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE1 1PQ
Drink Dates
Mother Mercy — Cocktail bar
Location
The Old George Yard, 44 Cloth Market, Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 1EE
WC Newcastle — Wine & cocktails
Location
Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 1UW
Entertainment Dates
Point Blank Shooting — Virtual shooting range
Location
117 Newgate St, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 5RZ
Lane7 — Bowling & games
Location
80-90 St James’ Blvd, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 4BN
The Stand Comedy Club — Laughs
Location
31 High Bridge, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 1EW
Date night ideas Glasgow
Glasgow is a city that thrives on culture, creativity, and good times, making it an ideal destination for an unforgettable date night.
Food Dates
Ox and Finch — Contemporary dining
Location
920 Sauchiehall Street, Glasgow, G3 7TF
Paesano Pizza — Authentic Neapolitan pizza
Locations
City Centre: 94 Miller Street, Glasgow, G1 1DT
West End: 471 Great Western Rd, Glasgow, G12 8HL
Drink Dates
The Finnieston — Gin & seafood bar
Location
1125 Argyle Street, Glasgow, G3 8ND
The Pot Still — Whisky bar
Location
154 Hope Street, Glasgow, G2 2TH
Entertainment Dates
R-CADE — Retro gaming café
Location
121 Saltmarket, Glasgow, G1 5LF
Escape Glasgow — Escape room
Location
62 Renfield St, Glasgow G2 1NF
Date night ideas Bristol
Full of character, creativity, and charm, Bristol is an eclectic destination for date nights.
From intimate restaurants to lively entertainment spots, here are some of the best places for a memorable date in Bristol.
Food Dates
Paco Tapas — Authentic Spanish dining
Location
3 The General, Lower Guinea Street, Bristol, BS1 6FU
Flour & Ash — Wood-Fired pizza
Location
50 Whiteladies Rd, Clifton, Bristol, BS8 2NH
Drink Dates
The Milk Thistle — Hidden cocktail bar
Location
Quay Head House, Colston Avenue, Bristol, BS1 1EB
The Apple — Cider lovers’ haven
Location
Welsh Back, Bristol, BS1 4SB
Entertainment Dates
Bristol Improv Theatre — comedy
Location
50 St Paul’s Road, Bristol, BS8 1LP
Wake The Tiger — immersive art experience
Location
127 Albert Road, Bristol, BS2 0YA
For something completely unique, visit Wake The Tiger, an immersive art installation that blends fantasy, storytelling, and interactive experiences. If your date enjoys creativity and adventure, this will be a night to remember.
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