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Welcome to your transformed social life! OK it’s a big claim, but we’re ridiculously excited about what we’ve got for you. We’re talking a sunset kayak tour, wine tasting, learning to cook Michelin-star style, painting and prosecco, paddle-boarding, lots of socials and parties and so much more!
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Lisa Norbury
Director
Hi. I’m Lisa, a 50 year old divorced mum of two children, living near Marlow. When I said “I do”, I never dreamt I’d be a mid-life divorcee and single again! I was lucky to have an amazing group of friends and a good social life, but when my kids weren’t around, sometimes I just craved to get out and do something but there wasn’t always someone to do that with!
Ali Catling
Events Organiser
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Andy Coldron
Events Organiser
Hi. I’m Lisa, a 50 year old divorced mum of two children, living near Marlow. When I said “I do”, I never dreamt I’d be a mid-life divorcee and single again! I was lucky to have an amazing group of friends and a good social life, but when my kids weren’t around, sometimes I just craved to get out and do something but there wasn’t always someone to do that with!
About Date In The Diary
Hi. I’m Lisa, a 50 year old divorced mum of two children, living near Marlow. When I said “I do”, I never dreamt I’d be a mid-life divorcee and single again! I was lucky to have an amazing group of friends and a good social life, but when my kids weren’t around, sometimes I just craved to get out and do something but there wasn’t always someone to do that with!
I was on/off app dating. That was exhausting! And a swiping lottery! Judging if someone is “right” just from a photo, the try-hard tagline, the emotional hours spent keeping a txt message conversation going to only to end up being disappointed, the dates with people you like but don’t fancy.
After rather too many of those experiences, I decided there must be an alternative! A different way to avoid the pressure of one-to-one dates, and instead – enjoy single life with a bunch of people in the same situation. So, after sharing these thoughts with other single friends in their 40s and 50s, I set up Date in the Diary which launched in February 2022!
A date to make in-person connections with groups of like-minded single people, naturally – you know like we used to! Doing something fun. An experience. Or an event. No expectations. And no disappointment. If you happen to meet someone you’re attracted to romantically, then it’s a bonus – and a “date”! But in the meantime you can make lots of genuine friendships and connections!
Date in the Diary is over a year old now, we have grown organically and changed things along the way. I’m constantly speaking to members seeing what events they like, which they don’t, getting feedback and recommendations. These conversations have informed the many events we host, along with lots of social get-togethers. Monthly events and experiences have been successfully running for over a year!
This isn’t some algorithm-based service: it’s back to meeting people in person in a social environment. The old-fashioned way! What has been fantastic is the Date in the Diary community that has formed; a group of like minded, fun, single people – that keeps growing. Some genuine friendships have formed, there have been many dates and we even have some established couples. I myself have even met someone in the last year (after 5 years single) and my partner now helps me host these events!
Everyone is welcome. Whether you’re divorced, separated, a single parent, widowed or just been single for a while. Join Date in the Diary. It’s still early days and I want to get to know you so I can keep the ideas fresh and interesting, so you get the best experience from Date in the Diary.
There has honestly never been a better time to find yourself single.
Thank you and I hope to speak to you very soon.
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Social Membership
- Peace of mind that all members have been vetted by us (by phone or Zoom) and that they are who they say they are.
- Access to our DIARY of events and experiences on our website – you can go on as many as you like (though you’ll need to pay for the events as well).
- Someone at the end of the phone to talk to, offer advice and answer any questions.
- The opportunity to meet lots of like-minded local singles at our events and experiences.
- The option to bring other single friends as a ‘paying guests’ to any of the events you attend (agreed by phone in advance).
Club Membership
- Peace of mind that all members have been vetted by us (by phone or Zoom) and that they are who they say they are.
- Access to our DIARY of events and experiences on our website – you can go on as many as you like (though you’ll need to pay for the events as well).
- Someone at the end of the phone to talk to, offer advice and answer any questions.
- The opportunity to meet lots of like-minded local singles at our events and experiences.
- The option to bring other single friends as a ‘paying guests’ to any of the events you attend (agreed by phone in advance).
- Invitations to selected monthly events and experiences. People are connected based on more detailed info.
- Dating and match matching opportunities.
- Regular “personal” communication from Date in the Diary.
Join us
Getting a Date in your Diary is easy. We’re here to answer your questions, find the most suitable events for you, talk you through membership and any other information you may need.
To get started, just provide a few details about yourself. There’s absolutely NO obligation to join us, by the way. Just have a chat with us and you can make your decision from there.
How this works
1. Fill in the JOIN US form below. This helps us start to get to know you and what events you might enjoy. You’ll get a confirmation email once we receive it, so check your spam folder if it doesn’t turn up.
2. One of our team will be in touch to talk you through our membership options, pricing and upcoming events and answer your questions.
3. Once you are a Date in the Diary member, you’re ready to come along and meet other singles. Book as many events as you like. And we are at the end of the phone or on email if you need to chat through anything or ask questions.
4. We’ll update the website regularly and let you know through WhatsApp (don’t worry, we won’t bombard you) telling you about new events, we may also call you – you can book the events directly through the website. It’s as easy as that.
Meet groups of sophisticated local single people at our events
Does your diary sometimes feel a bit empty since your divorce or breakup? Are you fed up wasting your time and energy on a date based on a profile pic? Well this is like the opposite of that. In fact it’s even better than your trad social event as you’re practically guaranteed a good night. Monthly socials at fabulous venues, big name events, festivals, parties: the list goes on. Don’t want to big it up too much, but this could actually be where Instagram life and real life meet #bigclaimbutwearestickingwithit
Sip ‘n’ paint
Unleash your creativity… with a paint brush in one hand and a wine (or beer) in the other and let your inner artist come out. No experience needed. This is a really informal but fun session. Just follow our artist, chat to the group and create your very own masterpiece. Don’t worry – there will be plenty of breaks to head to the bar and check out what other people are doing.
Gin school
If you love a quality G&T, join us at a real life School of Gin! Enjoy a range of experiences from gin tasting to a chance to make your very own gin in the on-site distillery. Both these events are a great fun evening to enjoy with lots of drinks and nibbles in the company of new friends.
Time to salsa
Fiery, passionate and guaranteed fun. Dancing is one of the best ways to get up close and personal with your new friends. Have you always wanted to salsa but got two left feet? Don’t worry, our session is relaxed, informal and a giggle. See you on the dance floor.
Wine tasting
Chilled glass of Chablis? Full bodied Merlot? We have some fabulous wine-tasting events at local wine estates; tour the vineyards: learn a bit more about wines, and taste a few along the way and drink a few of your favourites at the end. You know what they say: life is too short to drink cheap wine. So come join us!
Cocktail making
Discover the art of mixology by getting hands-on with our expert and all the equipment you need to make your own cocktails. Kick off with a cocktail, then learn the techniques used to create it. How about then creating your own – will you be crowned the winner? A little competition is always a laugh, and always a way to break the ice…
