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Look no further for February's highlights

A bouqet of 12 red roses and a seriously romantic evening out... Enter now to win!

...and do something different this Valentine’s Day!

Our round up of the best on offer...

We're giving away a free pair of tickets to the coolest cinema in town, actually it's "under" town if we're being specific...

Lift your spirits with our January jewels...

Last few weeks to go… Don't miss the most entertaining night out in London!  

Issue 2 of Heart Home Magazine is now out... featuring more words of wisdom from our very own Miss Mary!

Who'd of thought learning could be THIS fun...?

This is one hell of a party…

Christmas time... mistletoe and wine...

Win tickets to Taste of Christmas – an original date idea and festive one stop shop!  

One of the most romantic dates of the year...  

November's highlights, brought to you by The Great Date Guide

Cancel your plans, grab a date and tell the boss you're going to be late – London Cocktail Week is back.  

Food, film, art and conkers… October's got it all.

Win tickets to see this classic Marilyn Monroe movie under the stars, screened at beautiful Fulham Palace.

We're warming up September with a seriously HOT competition

Cling on to the last of the summer with September's finest offerings...  

Summertime and the living is easy... Take a look at our guide to what London has to offer during the sunny month of August!

If you're familiar with the GDG you'll know that we love a picnic - it's one of the greatest dates, as long as it's carried off with a bit of flare!

Summer is here and at the first hint of sun we all rush off to find that perfect outside space for that perfect outdoors date. Well look no further Great Date Guiders, the hunt is over; salvation comes in the form of Metro. 

The idea of a pub in Fulham has never really set my heart on fire as the destination for a date...

… or at least we do!

Win tickets to Taste of London - the most stylish food event of the summer!

This month's key events brought to you by The Great Date Guide

Your guide to June's most important events.

Yesterday I packed my vocal chords, along with my rock and roll attitude and headed to meet my date at the Lucky Voice on Upper Street in Islington...

Your guide to the magical month of May!

Ten of the finest romantic restaurants in London courtesy of the team at Bon Vivant...

Your chance to be a part of the celebrations...

Fabulous prizes in honour of a certain Royal Wedding...

Yes, you heard it here first - Sherry is once again sexy!

From Shakespeare's birthday to the wedding of the decade, April is where it's at!

Before I begin, I must confess I can take no credit for this rather inspired itinerary of great London dating hotspots...

Inspired by Will and Kate, we bring you 'The Proposal Date'!

... grab a cheeky snog with your date!

Events to put a 'spring' in your step...

Turn your organisational disaster into a dating triumph!

We've teamed up with the lovely people at Biscuiteers to offer you a fantastic Valentine's prize... So this year - say it with biscuits!  

We love being tourists in our own city and reminding ourselves what a fabulous city it is.  So, here is our list of the top 5 ways to see London...  

Valentine's day and more… look no further for February's highlights

Spruce yourself up for Valentines day by taking advantage of these fantastic offers...

THE best Valentine's champagne - as recommended by WineChap!  

Your ultimate guide to Valentine's Day...

Those of you who follow my blog will know I wasn’t exactly blessed with good dating karma last year.

Shiny and new for 2011, say hello to the all new Great Date Guide!

Finding the perfect New Year's date is hard enough so the elves at Fin's for Him though they'd make your life a little easier...

Good chat can make or break a date so the art of conversation is crucial if you’re going to click with someone.

A magical pine shrouded cinema on a rooftop in Knightsbridge!

'There is no theatre in Britain that punches so consistently above its size and weight than The Tricycle' The Daily Telegraph

Snuggle up for some cosy romance...

It's time to get fully festive with a trip to one of London's gorgeous outdoor ice rinks

Many dates and many drinks have taught me a few simple tricks to hold onto your sobriety for as long as possible...

Add a touch of sparkle to your relationship...

So you're officially 'dating'. With the pressure of the first date a distant memory, we show you how to make the most of 'early days' romancing...

As promised... part two of our guide to London's finest supper clubs.  

Perfect for a delicious dinner date with a difference, we love the illicit nature of the supper club...

Some more words of wisdom from our unlucky in love Bad Date Blogger, who has a cautionary tale to tell about friends bearing photographs...

With tickets from only £15, this is a spectacle you can't afford to miss...

Everything under the sun that's fun...

Our favourite spots for the hopelessly romantic picnic date...

We drove down a dead-end road in the middle of nowhere, parked the car and were greeted by a lady with a torch and a wheelbarrow. A usual Friday night then?

Friday Night is party night at ZSL - your chance to bring out the animal in you!

So you’ve hopefully read my last blog and arrived at your date safely and in one piece but what now?

To make the most of the launch of Barclays cycle hire scheme, we bring you a cycling date you'll never forget... Hop on!

Three days and nights of amazing operas in the spectacular setting of the Courtyard at Somerset House. 

We fall prostrate at their feet. Funky, luxurious, state-of-the-art screening rooms combined with fabulous films and dinner to boot. Does it get any better than this?!

In association with London Rib Voyages, The Great Date Guide is giving away The Ultimate London Adventure...

Don't you just love summer in the city?  Here's our guide to the very best that London has to offer this month - go on, make a date of it...

The first date: exciting / terrifying / alarming / tear provoking (delete as appropriate).  Miss Mary answers all your questions.

With summer fully established it's time to head to the water...

When good dates go bad... the first installment in our "bad date blog", focusing on the all important location and transport!

Love the look of our great dates but still searching for someone to share them with? Doris Time may be just what you need...

Fancy a glass of wine in the sunshine? Our guide to London's best roof terraces.

So much more than just a movie...

New website launch announced!

Walking into a darkened room with a virtual stranger did seem slightly odd. Fumbling around in the dark is usually at least third date territory...

This is a perfect summer date, so we've teamed up with the event organisers to bring you some great offers!

In one of the most vibrant cities in the world, a lunch or dinner date seems, well, just a little dull for your first meeting...

Win dinner for two at wonderful Wahaca!

Warning: Action dates are not for the faint-hearted...  

In need of someone to take on one of our great dates? Look no further…  

In the words of the Kinks, all we can think about in this gorgeous weather is lazing on a sunny afternoon...

Find out if your date is a swinger... with our Urban Golf competition!

What happens when the boy who met the girl becomes the man who loves the woman? Find out with a 2 for 1 'First Date' ticket at Theatre503...

Cocktails and cupcakes - surely a recipe for romance?

Valentine's day in London - love it or hate it - it's coming your way!

Did you make (and stick to) any New Year's resolutions? 

Sensational Italian food in a small town in East Sussex? Read on... It's a long review but this place more than deserves it.  

Are you dating the perfect tosser? Find out on Shrove Tuesday...

After a cheap date?  How about meeting for beans on toast at the IT HAS TO BE HEINZ Cafe?

Welcome to London 2010! Here's our pick of some great New Year dates to get you started...  

Like the rest of you, we're all thinking we over indulged on the sherry and mince pies and now its time to sort it out...

Fun, festive dating - see it as an early Christmas pressie!

Click here to find out who has won the fantastic date with My Chocolate!

Take a look at the GDG Newsletter no.2!

A date or a meal between friends? When you're not quite sure, brunch could be the answer... the classic inbetweener to help you make up your mind!

There are loads of great film dates in London and with the Portobello Film Festival starting today there's no better time for some movie romance!

Take a look at the very first GDG newsletter!

Check out our pick of 'underground' restaurants so you can look like an insider to this secret movement!

Simply submit one of your own great date ideas to be in with a chance of winning this tasty chocodate for two!

We are also featured in the London Lite... page 16!

Check out the article in the Evening Standard....

So... your date has gone better than expected? Where to now?

Quick! Possibly our favourite summer date is back for 10 days only....

You've been on countless dates, you've popped the question (or had the question popped) and now you're married. Dating over?

It's going to be hot hot hot this week so take a look at some of our sunny suggestions for a great date...

Brighten the dark days of February by visiting Kew Gardens’ Tropical Extravaganza.

The perfect winter date! Click here for a list of ice rinks in London.

She's been away, she'd had a makeover, and now she's back!

Regretted suggesting dinner at yours? Never fear... Our resident foodie is here to solve your culinary crisis.

Think you've got it covered? Check out our list and see what you're missing!