Six Date Ideas For Early May Bank Holiday

With Easter only just gone and the early May Bank Holiday already on the horizon, we’re really being spoiled with extra free time this Spring. Here’s why it’s the perfect time to schedule in a long-awaited date: – An extra day off means you can do your regular weekend chores and errands and still have… Continue reading Six Date Ideas For Early May Bank Holiday

Six Tips For Writing A Great Online Dating Profile

On Muddy Matches we’re so proud to list thousands of countryside singles, all looking for their own Muddy Match. So, how do you stand out from the crowd and grab someone’s attention? First things first; a fantastic profile picture is essential to make them click through to find out more but what will make them… Continue reading Six Tips For Writing A Great Online Dating Profile

What To Do After The First Date

Do you ever feel like life, and the world of dating, is a minefield of dos, don’ts and etiquette? Today on Muddy Matches we’re looking at all things to do with post-date communication. If you’re gearing up for a first date with your rural match and want to know the right etiquette to follow after… Continue reading What To Do After The First Date

Would They Make A Good Partner?

Their online dating profile seems perfect: they share your love of the countryside and rural life, they’re ready for a new relationship and conversation is flowing easily back and forth as you exchange online messages. So, you set up a date. When it comes to meeting them and the spark is there for sure, you… Continue reading Would They Make A Good Partner?

Meeting Their Friends + Family; What Should You Do?

Here at Muddy Matches we’re all about helping you meet your own countryside love. But once you’ve found your Muddy Match, the next step is meeting your new date’s friends and family. And this, we’re sure you’ll agree, can be very, very daunting. After all, you’re on show and trying to make a good impression,… Continue reading Meeting Their Friends + Family; What Should You Do?

Easter Date Ideas

The long Easter Bank Holiday weekend is a wonderful time to get dating. With a few extra days off work, the arrival of British Summer Time and the promise of better weather, it’s the perfect time to get outdoors and have some fun with your date. Here are our favourite Muddy Matches ideas for dating… Continue reading Easter Date Ideas

Get To Know Your Muddy Match Better

First dates are tricky. You’re a bag of nerves, your hands are shaking, what you mean to say and what you actually say are worlds apart… and trying to think of interesting conversation starters is just one step too far. Panic not. We’ve put together this dating blog post of questions to ask to help… Continue reading Get To Know Your Muddy Match Better

Spring success stories: Romance is blossoming

The days are longer, the flowers are blooming, birds are chirping and the sun is out… Spring has officially sprung! Spring is the perfect time of year to get out in the countryside with someone special and let romance blossom. But don’t just take our word for it; here are just a handful of the… Continue reading Spring success stories: Romance is blossoming

How To Write An Eye-Catching Online Dating Message

Picture the scene. You’ve come across someone you like the look of on Muddy Matches and you’d like to get in touch via a direct message. However, when it comes to writing your message you freeze up with a massive bout of writer’s block. So what do you do? Send a generic message that may… Continue reading How To Write An Eye-Catching Online Dating Message

How To Make A Great First Date Impression

We all know that a great first impression is important in all areas of your life – from work to play, food to dating. So, how can you prepare well to make an impact when you arrive on a first date with your countryside date? Read on! 1. It’s all in the profile It begins… Continue reading How To Make A Great First Date Impression