Sign up today, it's FREE & easy to join!

Create your FREE profile
This is the name that members see on your profile. Please don't include your real name or contact details.
For your security, your password must have 8 or more characters, CAPITAL & small letters and at least one number. For example: MyPassword123
Already a member? Log in

Take the first step

Create your free profile in under 5 minutes.

Find your match

See who is right for you with our unique two-way matching process.

A site you can trust

We look after your data, so you can enjoy your dates.

Dates of the Day

CFS_006CFS_006
5
41
CFS_006

68 - Heathfield, East Sussex, England

I enjoy animals and the countryside, music and dancing, art and architecture and anything to do with property...

optimistoptimist
8
44
optimist

72 - Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, England

I was married for over 30 years and nursed my wife through a long illness, so I would say I am loyal and caring....

SportsenthusiastSportsenthusiast
3
34
Sportsenthusiast

69 - Tunbridge Wells, Kent, England

I am happy gregarious, love meeting people of all ages and all backgrounds. Have travelled the world and always...

MountainLover_327MountainLover_327
10
230
MountainLover_327

56 - Knutsford, Cheshire, England

Love the outdoors and drawn to France and Cornwall, which both hold a special place for me. I enjoy life most...

SocialSocial
5
5
Social

79 - Canterbury, Kent, England

Looking for a lady to share my life with. I am very social, including eating and drinking in and out with...

PaulSW3PaulSW3
3
16
PaulSW3

63 - Westminster, London, England

A glass half full, enjoy cooking, travel, especially road trips both in the UK and EU. Career and children's...

Success Stories

I found my true love on this website. We have met many times and travel to see one another as we are 2.5hrs away. We have introduced our children and have plans to move closer to one another. If it wasn't for this site I wouldn't have found my boyfriend!!
Lesley, 26 May 2026
I met a fantastic lady and we are made for each other
Peter, 25 May 2026
The first person I met on this site has now become my full time partner, and we are looking forward to a future together. We are both widowed, and so for us this is our next and final chapter, and it's magical!
Stevie, 10 August 2026

Why choose Encounters Dating

We launched Encounters Dating 21 years ago, working with leading companies (including The Times and The Sunday Times) to create a forum where singles who are serious about dating can match, meet and find love.

We're experts in what we do, and believe the best dating experience comes where you are matched with people who share your values and interests. Over 80% of Encounters Dating members say they are looking for a serious, long-term relationship and we do our best to help make that happen.

If you've never tried online dating don't worry, our special two-way matching system is easy to use and designed to help you find your most compatible, local matches. Best of all, our friendly and highly-rated customer service team are there for you 7 days a week, should you need any help or advice along the way.

It's quick and easy to use, so Join Free today. If you've any questions why not read our FAQs here or if you need some specific help, you can always drop us a line - we're here and happy to guide you through.

Quick Search

Our Support Team is here to guide you

Feedback from members we've helped in the past.

Many thanks for your help. I truly appreciate your help.
Moira, 01 September 2026
Thank you for being so helpful with an oldie but goldie.
Patricia, 05 October 2025
Thank so much for your time and sensitivity in this mind boggling new and perhaps exciting new awakening of my life.
William, 12 May 2026