Dating in London
In shortLondon has plenty of places where nobody blinks at an age gap. Evening events at museums and galleries draw a mixed crowd, which takes the pressure off. Pick something that gives you both plenty to talk about.
A first date idea
Friday Late at the V&A
The V&A in South Kensington holds Friday Late on the last Friday of most months, with performance, film, talks and DJs. It's free and drop-in. There's no Friday Late in January, May or December.
Source: V&A: Friday Late, checked 8 November 2026
A free Friday Late at the V&A, then a drink nearby
Our sister site Smooch has a page on dating in London. WhichDating, our sister review site, has a guide to dating in London.
For more ideas, read handling other people's opinions about your age gap or children and age-gap dating.
