Speed Dating Tips

2. Each date last for 3 - 5 minutes, which can be a long time if you've run out of things to say. It's a good idea to have a few questions up your sleeve in case you dry up. However don't have a prepared list of questions as it murders the spontaneity of your short date.

3. Don't drink to much. Everyone knows that a couple of drinks make you feel relaxed, the problem is one to many drinks and what you may think sounds cool will sound more like a drunken slur to your date. Few people fancy a Drunk.

4. Food - Be careful what you eat 24 hours before the event. A great Curry is all very nice if your both eating it together, however be advised that most of your short Dates will not appreciate being blown off their seats by your Curry breath.

5, Do not ask for anyone's number or personal details, if they want to see you again you'll find out in the next 48 hours. If they don't and you ask, then it will be embarrassing for you both. Stick to the rules and not only will you have a less stressful evening but your consequent dating will be conducted in more relaxed and safe manner. See below for safe Dating tips. 

6. Do not tell lies - Next time you meet that person it's going to be difficult to explain why a NASA Astronaut lives in a 3 Bedroom Semi in Taunton or how a Top Fashion Model drives around in a 5 year old Fiesta.

7. Be yourself - You like genuine honest people right! Well so does everyone else. If a Romancing Dater wants to see you again and you have been 100% genuine with them on the first mini date then the chance of a successful relationship/friendship developing are greatly enhanced.

8. Do not use excessive swearing. The type of person that comes to a Romancing speed dating event is not the type who will appreciate this. We all, Men and Women alike find this offensive.

9. Warning - Anyone found conducting themselves in a manner which we the organizers consider to be offensive or violent towards any of our Daters will be asked to leave the venue and will be banned from all future events. The pleasure and safety of our Daters is our primary concern.

Dating Safety Tips

2. Never allow your date to pick you up from your home.

3. Don't let your date to make arrangements for your travel or hotel accommodation.

4. Always have a friend to call on if you need help. Always let them know where you're going and what time you expected to be back. Call them to let them know you are all right and happy. Leave details of the person you are going to meet.

5. Consider going on a double date with some of your friends, or going as part of a group of people you both know. Not only a safe option, but this also gives you an insight into what kind of life your date currently leads.

6. Remember, when you meet someone for the first time (even though you have met them at a Romancing Dating function previously) they are still a stranger.

7. Don’t accept a lift home if you feel uncomfortable about it.

8. Always have a contingency plan for the unexpected so you can get away quickly, and have someone close by you can call on.

9. Take a mobile phone with you – and make sure it is fully charged, working and has enough credit to make calls.

11. Impostors and liars can be found anywhere, Speed Dating events are no different, Romancing has information on all our Daters and we will refuse anyone who we are not happy with. However taking the simple Dating precautions above will give you a far greater peace of mind.

12. Always use your common sense, keep in control and don’t be forced into doing something you wouldn’t normally do.

13. And don't forget - Whatever your reasons for attending a Romancing Dating event, whether it be to find love or simply new friends - The main thing to remember is to have some FUN!!!