Places to Meet Single Women in London

The capital of United Kingdom is truly a global city. Apart from being a major commercial, political and education center in this part of the world, London offers world-class opportunities in recreation, entertainment as well as cultural attractions. So if you are a guy and find yourself at a loose end in this city, check out these places where you can meet single women and give your love life a boost.

Oxford Street

You don’t need rocket science to figure out that women love shopping. And in London, the place for this is Oxford Street - this is home not only to several colossal department stores, but also to many famous designer boutiques. Two good places for men to scope out are Selfridges & Co. and John Lewis. Both of these department stores rank high among trendy women who are updating their wardrobes. So why not combine a trip to the shops to improve your wardrobe with a second aim of meeting some new. Ask an attractive shopper for advice on clothes you’re thinking of buying. Not only will she often happily give it to you, it’s a great way to get the conversation started.

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Guided Walks

Guided walks are a great way to spend an afternoon or evening finding out about the city you live in. Most importantly for your purpose though, these are sure to attract a bunch of interesting people and if lucky, you may find someone after your heart too. The London Walks website has many guided walks all over London, every day of the week and you can sign up with one which caters to your interest, like Harry Potter fans can go on the Harry Potter Walk while those interested in the macabre can get to know more from Jack the Ripper Walk. Usually, some of the group go to a pub straight afterwards, so if you meet someone you like, it’s very easy to head straight for a drink afterwards and start to work your magic.

The culture circuit

For history buffs, one of the best ways to spend a romantic afternoon is London is to browse through a museum. London is home to many museums, galleries, and other institutions, many of which are free of admission charges and are major tourist attractions besides playing a research role. If you don’t want to jostle with the crowds at British Museum or the National Gallery, head to the "Albertopolis", a cultural and scientific quarter. In the locality of South Kensington, Three major national museums are located there: the Victoria and Albert Museum for the applied arts, the Natural History Museum and the Science Museum. Best of all, many museums and galleries offer late night openings, which often double up as unofficial singles nights

Teahouses

The afternoon tea is a favorite English tradition that is still enjoyed by most women, despite the sprouting of coffeeshops. This is because an afternoon tea does not merely imply sipping a delectable Earl Grey or an aromatic Darjeeling but also delicious sandwiches, pastries and scones. Two of the finest afternoon tea experiences to be had in London are offered by The Ritz London and Claridge's hotels. However there are teahouses suited to less deeper pockets too where you can meet someone reading a book or working out the Times Crossword. Teahouses and cafes are great places to meet women - Unlike in bars, here women are less wary and you can have a conversation without the need to shout into each other’s ears.

Nightclubs

If on the other hand you are looking for a groovier atmosphere, head to any of London's nightclubs which are always a favorite spot to connect with single women. One of the most popular clubs is Fabric London, a veritable superclub that contains three dance floors. For a swankier option, you can head to Beach Blanket Babylon which boasts of a glamorous clientele along with an exotic array of cocktails. Located in the Notting Hill area, this is an opulent bar housed in a Georgian mansion and rumored to be a favorite hotspot of Prince Harry. A traditional British pub on the other hand is the place to go if you are looking for a setting which is part cozy and romantic, part friendly local. In the Old Town you can find pubs like The Bobbin, with a decent choice of beers as well as fresh seasonal grub. Another couple of pubs to consider are the White Horse Pub on Parson's Green or The Spice of Life. Even if you are by yourself, buy some food and enjoy the atmosphere. Such pubs offer a casual environment where women can easily loosen up and be open to making new acquaintances.

Festivals and cultural events

London is one of those cities where through the year you will find some cultural event, music concert or festival going on. The large number of visitors that such events attract presents many opportunities to meet women with like interests. Two festivals to consider are the Taste of London in Regent's Park and The Notting Hill Carnival, which takes place each August Bank Holiday. One way to start a conversation with a girl is to ask her what the schedule of the festival is or where a certain booth or event is located. It opens up a way to continue the conversation and spend time with each other for the rest of the festival.

Online resources

Join a socializing website based in London. Socializing sites, such as City Socialising or Meetup, are different than dating websites because people are looking to get together to visit different places, become friends and hang out but not necessarily get involved romantically although the opportunity is there. However for a more structured approach, check out dating sites or portals which present information on dating events.  There are many nights in London aimed specifically at singles, such as standard singles nights, speed-dating, or even silent dating. The best part about this approach is that you know that all the women attending are interested in meeting someone and thus you don’t need to waste time by chatting up someone who is not single.