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• September 03, 2023
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As Valentine's Day approaches rapidly, Original Dating is geared up to pamper London's singles with a packed schedule of events! But before diving into the festivities, let's delve into a bit of history about St. Valentine and how the 14th of February morphed into St. Valentine's Day. Over the ages, various Valentines have been linked with this date, with the most renowned being St. Valentine of Rome, who was imprisoned for officiating marriages for soldiers prohibited from wedlock. Legend has it that while incarcerated, he healed the daughter of his jailer and, just before his execution, penned her a heartfelt letter signed "Your Valentine," likely laying the groundwork for the association of love with the day and the tradition of secret admirers signing cards in a similar manner.

However, it wasn't until Chaucer's time that Valentine's Day became closely linked with romantic love. In 18th-century England, it evolved into a day dedicated to expressing affection for one's beloved. Across Europe, Saint Valentine's keys are exchanged as symbols of extending an invitation to unlock the giver's heart. This theme seamlessly aligns with our inaugural event for Valentine's week, our Lock & Key Party at The Drift on February 10th. Picture a vibrant bash with 300 singles mingling and breaking the ice with our fittingly themed icebreaker. This soirée promises to be the grandest Valentine's Day celebration in London, with an even male-to-female ratio.

Moving on to our Valentine's Quiz Dating on February 13th, this beloved Original Dating tradition returns with a romantic twist. Expect trivia about romantic comedies, love songs, and fabulous prizes up for grabs! Five teams will vie for the title of Saint Valentino Quiz champions, making it a delightful night to enjoy with friends and meet new faces.

As for Valentine's Day itself, we're offering our immensely popular Dating Against Humanity event. This quirky dating experience provides a hilarious and unorthodox alternative to the typical soppy Valentine's Day affair. Join over 40 singles to play Cards Against Humanity in groups and revel in the laughter and banter.

But if that doesn't pique your interest, fret not! We're unveiling not one, but two incredible events. In a Valentine's Day debut, we're launching Dating Bingo – the dating event with balls. Imagine human bingo but with a plethora of prizes to be won. Join 150 singles for an evening of fun and excitement at this hottest new dating event!

With such a diverse array of options, there's undoubtedly something for everyone. We can't wait to welcome you to one of our events this Valentine's week!