Dating for Professionals in London

London Has Changed. Dating Has Too.

2026-10-12T16:57:14.061-07:00

If you discovered this blog years ago while trying to meet someone in London, hello again. I hope life has treated you reasonably well in the meantime.

I'm James WJ Wilson. After time in Budapest and a long break from these pages, I'm back in London and revisiting some of my older blogs.

I'd like to share ideas for interesting dates, places where people can actually talk, and events worth going to together. The archive contains older social and nightlife stories; new recommendations will be checked for current dates and details.

This won't become a stream of generic dating advice. The best London dates usually have more to do with the place, the company and a little curiosity.

Thanks for being part of the story. Here's to the next chapter.

Our new social groups will get a professional Londoner a date before Tinder

2019-04-28T19:47:00.002-07:00

Suggesting our new social groups are a better way of meeting people in London than the best social apps is a pretty bold claim, however there is nothing more random and less romantic than swiping left or right based on a flawed impression garnered from a photograph in a few seconds.

If you are a professional interested in meeting a nice person to go on a date with; hang out; do whatever you enjoy with; then statistics say you are better off meeting someone offline than online. The question remains though how to merge those two worlds in a cool way.

Thankfully our new social groups, designed to create more social interaction between Londoner's and help them meet new people based on their interests and where there are good local places near them, means that it is more than acceptable to face the real world of dating and forget those apps.

We love online dating apps. But let's be honest the dating apps in London are rubbish and you are much better off meeting someone at a top London club, hotel bar, or on a shopping trip. The chances of that happening can be low but if it it a pre-arranged event then the odds are more in your favour.

If you are interested in meeting someone you should take a look at our London blog in addition to joining one of our social groups because you are literally doubling your chances of success. That isn't a scientific fact. Just a hunch.

The reason being our London blog has lots of recommendations for cools bars to hangout at; great London clubs to party at; and lots of other fun things to do.

Mr Hudson Not Dating Rihanna

2009-10-20T07:05:00.000-07:00

Pop star Mr Hudson says he is not dating US singer Rihanna.

The pair were first linked after arriving at the premiere of Quentin Tarantino's new film together in London, in July.

But the British musician - real name Ben Hudson - says they are not seeing each other: "I'll be honest with you, I'm kind of shy around her."

They met through mutual friend, hip hop superstar Kanye West and were both recently photographed at a wedding in Venice.

But Mr Hudson says speculation they are getting married is just silly.

Winehouses Ex Blake Finds New Girlfriend

2009-10-19T07:11:00.000-07:00

Amy Winehouse’s former husband Blake Fielder-Civil has reportedly been on a string of secret dates with a nightclub stripper.

The 27-year-old former jailbird was said to be smitten with 21-year-old Lauren McDermott in Sheffield.

Newspaper rumours have abounded that Blake went to the club with a few friends and was immediately drawn to Lauren. At the end of the night he gave her his number. He has mentioned that he is trying to "keep out of trouble" and still goes goes for treatment at the clinic where he talks through his problems and tries to adapt to his new drug-free life.

Amy Winehouse Now Dating Monk

2009-10-16T09:42:00.000-07:00

Amy Winehouse is moving on from her failed marriage to Blake Fielder-Civil - she's reportedly found love with the son of George Foreman, according to new reports.

The Rehab singer is said to be dating the former boxing champ's son George III, known as Monk, and was overheard gushing about her new romance while visiting The London Clinic following her recent rumoured boob job.

And the 26 year old, who is also a boxer, is even encouraging the troubled star to get into shape, according to The Sun newspaper. A source told the paper: "His name is George Foreman and he boxes, just like his dad. Amy loves that he's toned and very fit."

Winehouse divorced Fielder-Civil in July '09.

Kylie Romance Gets Serious

2009-10-12T06:45:00.000-07:00

It looks like Kylie Minogue's romance with her Spanish beau Andreas Segura is about to get serious!

The pair — who have been dating several months — are apparently set to live together after Kylie asked him to move into her $6m mansion in London’s Chelsea.

Kylie has always been adamant that she wants children, and it appears that Andres Segura does too. Watch this space!

Guy Admits He Still Loves Madonna

2009-10-09T06:44:00.000-07:00

Despite being seen out in London town with a new lady on his arm each week, Film Director Guy Ritchie admits he still loves his ex wife, Madonna.

He also obviously knows how to make a girl feel special, adding that his ex was "retarded" moments afterwards in the interview with Esquire magazine.

In an interview with Esquire magazine, Ritchie said: "And, of course, here you go: I still love her... But she's retarded, too."

This sounds like Guy getting even after Madonna told the audience at an October 2008 concert, days after their divorce was announced: "This song is for the emotionally retarded. Maybe you know some people who fall in that category. I know I do."

Madonna Loves The Single Life

2009-10-07T07:45:00.000-07:00

Pop star Madonna looks like she is enjoying the single life while dating toyboy Jesus Luz.

But she has said she would rather be hit by a train than remarry.

The singer opened up during a candid interview with chat show king David Letterman, conducted over pizza.

When asked if she would tie the knot for the third time, she said: "Remarry? I think I'd rather get run over by a train."

Russell Brand Dating Katy Perry

2009-10-06T08:25:00.000-07:00

Girls are not the only thing Katy Perry has been kissing (and liking)! After hooking up with celebrity love machine Russell Brand at the MTV Video Music Awards the two can't get enough of each other.

Reports claim romantic Russell sent Katy a text message containing a love poem and begged her to write one back. The pop princess / gossip queen replied with a photo of her cleavage with the word 'poem' scrawled across.

Brand, obviously impressed by the gesture, whisked Californian Katy on a trip to Thailand for a week of fun – which the celebrity twittered was 'magical'.

Poems, breaks at luxury hotels and snap shots of special places; who said romance was dead! Usually Russell is more used to charming beautiful models and groupies at top London clubs and other London events.

Paris Hilton Dates Little Britain Star

2009-09-25T04:34:00.000-07:00

Paris Hilton is reportedly dating Little Britain star David Walliams, who have been spotted together rather a lot at London Fashion Week.

Apparently the heiress has been on a few dates with Walliams and has even invited him to her summer party in LA. Said to have been friends for a while, they met up secretly when Paris was filming her TV show in London.

Top London VIP Club Owner Gives Dating Advice

2009-09-23T06:26:00.000-07:00

Top London VIP Club owner and Entrepreneur Dave West will soon add 'Dating Guru' to his list of titles, as he will soon be dealing with dating dilemmas. The Hey Jo club owner is known for being very popular with the ladies and so his dating guide will be the only guide to follow...

The results will be presented on You Tube in the near future, so watch this space!

Presley's Daughter Dating

2009-09-22T07:51:00.000-07:00

Comedian Jonah Hill has sparked rumours that he is dating Lisa Marie Presley's daughter Riley Keough after the pair were spotted on a recent night out in London.

The Superbad comedian reportedly entertained 20-year-old Keough at club Boujis last month. Subsequent pictures of the two leaving hand-in-hand have since prompted speculation that they are romantically linked.

A source whispered: "Jonah and Riley partied side by side all night. She had her hand on his leg and was whispering in his ear... and laughing at every word he said."

Ronnie Wood Dumps Russian Lover

2009-09-17T04:48:00.000-07:00

Rolling Stones Rocker Ronnie Wood has reportedly called off his relationship with his Russian lover after moving out of their shared home and into a new flat.

The Rolling Stones star, 62, walked out on his wife of 23 years in July last year after his affair with Ekaterina Ivanova was revealed - but his relationship with the 20-year-old now appears to be over following a vicious bust-up at his London mansion on Monday. Police were called in to calm things down as Ekaterina threatened suicide.

Police who were called in to question the couple explained to Wood that Ivanova had the right to stay in the house, and the star was later seen leaving the property with a suitcase.

Amy Winehouse Dating Blake Again

2009-09-07T09:03:00.001-07:00

They say you should never go back... but Amy Winehouse is rumoured to be seeing her ex husband, Blake Fielder-Civil, in a bid to repair their relationship. The pair had divorced just aftertwo years of marriage after Winehouse, 25, admitted to having been unfaithful during their union.

According to British tabloid the News of the World, the 'Back to Black' singer reportedly met Fielder-Civil for the first time in 14 months, and the two had a romantic date on September 4.

JLS Aston Dating Rumours

2009-08-27T13:26:00.000-07:00

JLS singer Aston Merrygold is not dating Eurovision star Jade Ewen, according to reports.

The pair sparked speculation of a romance earlier this week after going out for dinner at Nobu restaurant in Mayfair, London.

"He's known Jade for years because they have both been kicking around on the singing circuit," a source told The Sun. "They've been pals for ages."

Dating Sites Flourish In Dampened Economy

2009-08-14T10:48:00.000-07:00

Whilst most businesses have been reporting crippling trading conditions one sector of the economy seems to be bucking the trend: dating agencies have seen their trade rocket since the recession started to bite as cash strapped and over stressed Brits seek a bit of fun to take their mind off the misery.

Anecdotal evidence suggests that many people were joining the larger mainstream sites in the hope of having a quick fling and finding disappointment when dates wanted to have dinner and talk about their career plans, ex partners and lack of self confidence around the opposite sex.

Guy Has Found Another Girl

2009-08-12T04:28:00.000-07:00

Film Director Guy Ritchie is now dating Iron Man starlet Mellany Gandara.

Our spies have spotted him out on three dates with the Haitianborn model and actress - most recently at his Punchbowl pub in Mayfair, Central London.

They are believed to have met through Guy's actor pal and Iron Man star Robert Downey Jr. Mellany appeared in the film as a scantily-dressed party girl.

Guy took Mellany, 26, to his boozer just last Monday for a knees-up to an Irish band.
A source said: "She looked very at ease in his company."

The actress was reported to have left Guy's house the following day.

Sexy Singles Party at Hey Jo this weekend

2009-08-03T03:34:00.000-07:00

Mayfair Club Hey Jo is a hosting Sexy Singles Party this weekend - 8th August.

Are you a professional single interested in spending quality time with quality people? Looking to find some new names and faces to fill up your date book? Networking is a great way to increase your chances of finding the man or woman of your dreams, so keep your options open as well as your eyes. Use the singles' night as an opportunity to meet like-minded individuals, as friends or potential partners.

London has to be the best place to be single - with limitless opportunity to meet new and interesting people, there is bound to be someone right for you. Contact Forbidden London for more infomation.

Prince William Uses "Wing Man" To Flirt With Girls

2009-04-08T11:12:00.000-07:00

Britain's Prince William uses his "wing man" to make the first contact with girls, so he can judge if they are pretty enough to talk to. The prince - who split from long-term girlfriend Kate Middleton in April - has a unique pulling technique when partying in London with best friend Guy Pelly.

A source told Britain's The Mail on Sunday newspaper: "When William and Guy go to Boujis or Mahiki, they will do laps around the club looking for gorgeous girls.

"If William sees a girl he likes, they will approach and Guy will tap her on the shoulder so that she turns round and William can get a look of her face.

Forbidden London can help arrange guestlist and table bookings for the most exclusive clubs in London's West End, such as Boujis nightclub and Café de Paris.

How about a night at the beautiful Crystal London or table service at Amika club? Contact Forbidden London now.

Prince William's Ex Wants To Have Fun But Has No Plans For Romance

2009-04-04T11:09:00.000-07:00

Kate Middleton, the ex-girlfriend of Britain's Prince William, has vowed to "live life to the max." The 25-year-old fashion buyer is determined to put her recent split behind her and have fun, but insists her plan does not include romance.

She told friends: "I'm just going to enjoy life, that's what I'm going to do - live life to the max."

Kate has been linked to a series of eligible bachelors since she and William went their separate ways in April, including the prince's friend Charles Morshead and his old pal from Eton Henry Ropner.

Charles - who partied with Kate at Mayfair's Mahiki club last week - laughed off romance rumors.

To arrange guestlist or table bookings for the most beautiful clubs in London's West End get in touch with Forbidden London. Spend a night in the exquisite Punk club, or how about partying at Movida London?

Forbidden London can help get you and your friends into exclusive clubs like Volstead and Café de Paris London, get in touch now.

Best Streets in London for the Fun & Wealthy Part 11 - Regent Street

2009-03-23T12:38:00.000-07:00

One of the most famous shopping streets in London, Regent Street is named after the Prince Regent, who later became King George IV, and is a wonderful, wide, sweeping street with outstanding architectural facades reaching from Piccadilly Circus to Wigmore Street.

Every building on Regent Street is under Grade 2 protected status to prevent them being torn down for redevelopment.

Best Streets in London for the Fun & Wealthy Part 10 - Piccadilly Circus

2009-03-20T12:36:00.000-07:00

Piccadilly Circus is possibly the best internationally known area in central London, and about as close as Londoners get to having a City Center not centrally located within the Metropolitan area, but nevertheless, a central London landmark.

Piccadilly Circus dates from 1819 and features the world known aluminum EROS statue in the centre. Known in tourist folklore as the God of Love because of the Cupid like bow and arrow part of the statue, EROS is sometimes refered to as the Angel of Christian Charity, erected in tribute to the Earl of Shaftesbury, a Bible carrying reformer best known for his objections to child labour.

Best Streets in London for the Fun & Wealthy Part 9 - Piccadilly

2009-03-18T12:36:00.001-07:00

Piccadilly is another major London street popular with the young and wealthy. Piccadilly runs from Hyde Park Cornern to Piccadilly Circus. Piccadilly is just south of the Mayfair area and is within the City of Westminster.

A section of Piccadilly overlooks Green Park. The name is derived from the name of the stiff collars for shirts, known as Piccadills.

Best Streets in London for the Fun & Wealthy Part 8 - Oxford Street

2009-03-15T12:35:00.000-07:00

One of the better known streets in London, Oxford Street, is located in the city of Westminster and is one of the centerpoints of the "West End". The original street location dates back to the Roman times as do so many in the UK.

The current name of Oxford Street was adopted in the 18th century as The Duke of Oxford had purchased much of the surrounding land. On the present day Oxford Street you will find stores with famous household names such as Selfridges, John Lewis, Debenhams, HMV, Marks and Spencer, Disney Store, and many more.

Midway down Oxford Street, close to the intersection with Regent Street, are the more "trendy" stores favored by the young and wealthy, including H&M, United Colours of Benetton, and Niketown.

Forbidden London Clubs | Guide to Clubs in London | London Clubs & London Night Clubs

2009-03-13T15:27:00.000-07:00

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