Don’t spend your summer glued to your phone. 5 new ways to try offline dating

It’s summer. The weather is amazing (usually), but you’re inside aimlessly swiping in the hopes you might meet someone to have a cute picnic with. But have you found that person? Nope. 

Don’t worry – it’s not you. It’s your apps. Put down the time-gobbling dating apps that gamify your love life and try to keep you on your phone for as long as possible. (Spoiler alert: They don’t actually want you to find a date).

Here’s what to do:

1. Smaller pool, bigger fish 

Searching through some of those huge dating pools boasted by some apps might feel like you’re giving yourself the best chance possible, but in reality you’re minimising your chances to stand out. Pick smaller, niche dating apps that focus on a quality experience. The Inner Circle prides itself on just this, so you can scroll knowing you’d probably get on with everyone there.

2. 🔥 profiles 

Imagine a world where fake profiles don’t exist, everyone has up-to-date images, and dog filtered selfies or mirror pictures are impossible to find. Now download The Inner Circle. They have people checking to make sure that everyone follows these rules. 3. Table for two, please.

One of the reasons people spend their summers cooped up rather than heading out to meet new matches is the sheer awkwardness of trying to decide where to go. The Inner Circle has thought of this, and it lets you input your fave bar or restaurant into the app, and then check out who else likes to visit there. You may as well just meet them there. 

4. Put your number on a napkin, go on. 

Dating events categorically are the easiest way to meet other singles. If you’ve never been to one, you can forget awkward speed dating in a village hall, and instead expect rooftop cocktails or underground house parties in some of the worlds coolest venues. We’re serious, The Inner Circle hosts these monthly. 

5. See you there in 5?

Does anyone fancy a drink by the river this evening? It’s almost like a date on demand, but this app lets you see who else is about and fancies doing something. Go on, be spontaneous.

If you’re finally ready to bite the bullet and start dating offline, give The Inner Circle a go, it’s free to try out so you literally don’t have anything to lose. Sign up here.