This is a sponsored post, but all thoughts are my own.
This December, dating is not going to be the same for anyone! Whether you’re in Tier 2 or 3, the face of UK dating has changed in the past few months. Lots of us have had to come up with inventive dating ideas, but however you date it’s important to stay safe until life returns to something resembling “normal”.
Below, I’ve come up with a few tips to stay safe while dating this December, including a few ideas for those who want to connect virtually!
Meet Outside
This is a big one at the moment, and in December it’s not ideal… But if you’re living in a Tier 2 or 3 area it might be your only option, and there are lots of ways you can still make it romantic. With Christmas coming up next week, you could visit Christmas lights, or even go for a long walk.
It’s a little chilly to sit down, but if you take plenty of blankets, snacks, and hot beverages, a cute December picnic could be a nice way to get to know someone new.
Don’t Forget to be Hygienic!
I think during the first lockdown we were all a bit obsessive about hand sanitiser and staying 2 metres apart. We washed surfaces numerous times a day and made sure we kept our households safe.
And we need to remember these hygienic practices when meeting up with someone- even if it is just outside. Make sure to have a mask on you in case you pop for a takeaway coffee, and use sanitiser regularly to ensure you’re keeping yourself protected.
Connect Virtually
These days, there are so many opportunities to connect virtually, meaning even if you can’t meet up in person, you can still date! This might be because you live too far away to meet up, because one of you is isolating, or even because you don’t feel comfortable meeting someone new in person just yet.
Sites such as Nottinghamshire dating help single people meet new people online, meaning it’s a nice space to meet someone from the comfort of your own home during these tough times.
Why not try having a meal and a Zoom call, as you would on a date? Or a few drinks? You could even make your own cocktails and then enjoy them “together”! There’s loads you can do via video chat, such as a quiz or a game, or even just chatting.
In this post, I’ve focused on couples who are dating from two different households in the UK, but of course these are still fun dating ideas for anyone! And if you live in the same household (and live in a Tier 1 or 2 area) there are even more opportunities for fun date nights.
How are you dating safely this December? What do you think of my pandemic dating choices? What is your favourite part of dating during the pandemic?
Let me know all your thoughts below 🙂
Happy reading x
Thanks for sharing these tips and ideas! What a strange time we’re in! Definitely so vital to make sure you meet outdoors and make sure you’re following the local restrictions!
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Thank you 🙂 I think so too, if we all stick to the rules this will be over faster
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I think I would have been pretty good at dating virtually if I needed to – it’s when meeting people in person for the first time that I become so worried about how I’m coming across! Hopefully things will become easier in 2021 and it might inspire people to get out more but in the meantime these are some good tips 🙂
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Yes that’s very true! Plus if your date isn’t going well, you could just switch your computer off haha 🙂 It’s not ideal but having easy access to the internet is definitely helpful for long-distance! Thank you- I hope so too 🙂
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This is great advice for those on the dating scene during this crazy pandemic. Though, hopefully things return to something that resembles normal at some point. Great tips!
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Thank you 🙂 I really hope so too!
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Such fab tips – I think going for a wintery walk to look at Christmas lights is a great date idea!
Tash – A Girl with a View
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Thank you! That sounds like such a lovely idea 🙂
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My boyfriend and I have been making use of Netflix Party/Teleparty to watch shows and films together! We also play chess together via apps, and we have played video games alongside each other as well if not actually playing co-op ☺️
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We watch films and shows together too- I think we’re both getting to be pros at long distance 🙂 playing video games together is a lovely idea x
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Having the ability to date online is great given the pandemic, but it’s still difficult to navigate that first meeting. I think I would be more nervous/uncomfortable if a first date was a virtual one. But, first dates are never easy, so I guess you just have to jump in and try
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Yes I get what you mean, I think with technical issues it might not be very smooth-running haha 🙂
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Great advice for those dating during these strange times! You can’t beat a nice takeaway coffee and walk round a lake looking at all the Christmas lights!
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Thank you 🙂 yes that’s so true, sounds lovely x
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I think a virtual cinema date would be cute! Pop a film on at the same time and watch with some snacks!
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Yess, me and my boyfriend do that all the time while we’re long distance 🙂
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Great tips! I feel like having a date over zoom could be pretty fun!
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Thank you 🙂
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I’m very glad I’m not on the dating scene anymore so I just want to wish anyone trying to get out and date/find someone all the best because Covid has certainly turned many things upside down! Your tips and info are great though so I’m sure it will help!
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Yes it definitely has, and I think that it can be tough but not impossible! Thank you 🙂
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If you are doing a Zoom date, and you don’t know them super well, it’s such a good idea to have a game or something to do together so you don’t end up just having to stare at each other! What a good little list!
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Yes that’s such a good tip 🙂 thank you so much x
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What sweet ideas! A December picnic sounds like such a great idea, especially if it isn’t too cold xx
Hannah | https://luxuryblush.co.uk/
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Haha as long as it’s not raining!
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This is a great guide, all of these tips are great if you are wanting to have a date with someone. Virtual dates would be so cute, maybe a virtual dinner date or cinema date would be cute.
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Thank you 🙂 I think that sounds super cute too xx
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Lovely post!! I really enjoyed reading it! 👍
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Thank you 🙂
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I’m married (happily!) so dating strangers isn’t something I’ll be doing but I love the idea of a romantic walk and picnic in the park – any excuse to wrap up warm and drink hot chocolate! Lovely tips 🙂
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I’m glad to hear it haha 🙂 I think they’re still cute ideas for you and your partner to do- and I hope you get chance to make the most of the winter months 🙂
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I’m in a relationship so I’m not dating but I had a friend date last weekend and we met outside and did everything COVID safely 🙂 It’s totally doable, just a bit different to normal! Great tips x
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Yes that’s very true- I’ve had quite a few winter walks in the past few weeks with my friends 🙂 thanks for sharing, I think whether you’re going on dates with your partner or meeting up with friends there are ways to be resilient and safe x
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Interesting ideas! I think virtual meetings are the easiest for me, more so with my friends as we live far apart haha 🤗 lovely post!
Anika | chaptersofmay.com
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Yes I often video call my friends from University 🙂 thanks for commenting x
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Best dating advice I believe in : DATE YOURSELF. LOVE YOURSELF. YOU ARE ENOUGH.
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That’s great 🙂
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These are great ideas! I’m sure that it must be so weird trying to date right now but it’s a good time to utilize dating apps! 🙂
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It’s very tricky, even when you’re in a relationship- the pandemic is not easy! Thank you for sharing x
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As hard as it is for us singles, it’s still so important to follow the rules else the longer this whole things gonna go on for.
A couple of weeks ago I went on a really nice date just walking on the beach. It was really nice.
Helen
Tea in the Tub
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I agree! Looking out for the health of everyone else (as well as ourselves) is why we’re following these rules! Thank you for sharing x
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Love these tips on dating safely during a pandemic. So important because these people are typically strangers compared to your friends, which you know better about their previous whereabouts. Having a virtual date is also a great way to kick things off!
Nancy ✨ mdrnminimalists.com
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Thank you 🙂 I think virtual dating can be a great way to still enjoy dating without putting yourself at risk x
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Great tips! It would be virtual all the way for me, and it’s great that we have the technology now to be able to plan fun things virtually too. I’m not even seeing my friends and family and haven’t been for most of the year so I wouldn’t be up for meeting a stranger just yet.
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Thank you 🙂 Yes I think that’s very fair- it’s nice to see that you’re following the restrictions and I’m sure as things start to get better, you’ll start to feel more comfortable meeting up with loved ones from a safe distance x
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These are such lovely tips! I’m not in a relationship but I had a friend date these days and we met outside 😀
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My brother’s been dating in this time and he says they go on dates in the park! Which, to be fair, I think is really sweet!
Katie | katieemmabeauty.com
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Aw that’s lovely, there’s not much choice but it sounds like your brother is making the most of it x
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This is great advice. Dating is hard at the best of times but during a pandemic it’s a nightmare.
But we need to find a way to still life our lives so this is a great way to keep dating x
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It definitely is, and I think any inventive ideas you can find are great for keeping things light 🙂 x
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These are some great tips. Its been so long since I dated. I can’t begin to imagine how difficult it must be with the current restrictions.
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I know, it can be very tough I think 🙂
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