The blog
Local dating advice, first date ideas and the occasional bit of Brummie nonsense.
Written by Andy
Founder and writer
Every post on the blog is written by Andy, who founded Go Birmingham Dating. Expect local, practical advice for meeting people in Birmingham...from first date ideas to staying safe when you meet someone new.
Walks for a first date in Birmingham
A good walk takes the pressure off. Here are some of my favourite places around Birmingham to take a first date.
Read →Dating again after divorce or losing a partner
There's no right time and no rulebook. A gentle guide to getting back out there when you feel ready.
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Cosy winter date ideas in Birmingham
The nights are long and the fires are lit. Winter is a lovely time to meet someone in Birmingham.
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How to write a dating profile that gets replies
A few honest lines and the right photos do more than a clever one-liner. Here's how to make your profile work for you.
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First date ideas in Birmingham that beat a drink in the pub
From Cannon Hill Park and the Jewellery Quarter to Sutton Park and the Lickey Hills: twelve easy, local first dates.
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Dating safely: a practical guide to meeting someone from online
Simple habits that make meeting someone new safer, from the first message to the first date.
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Dating in your 50s, 60s and beyond in Birmingham
Getting back out there later in life? You're in very good company here.
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Fancy something lighter? Brush up on your Brummie words and sayings.