Earlier this month (January 2023), we were pleased as punch to be named on the shortlist of niche dating websites and apps to check out, according to the Evening Standard newspaper. They were focusing on helping singles make the most of Dating Sunday, and saw fit to recommend a number of dating apps and websites… Continue reading “For singles who like nothing more than green fields and fresh air.”
Category: Press Coverage
Why Polo has more pulling power than football!
Polo finds itself in the press this morning, thanks to the schedule of a certain Royal – and it’s clear mud loving singles who online date with us share Prince Harry’s love of life with a mallet and the Sport of Kings too. Sure, not all single Tom, Dick or Harrys will have the Prince’s… Continue reading Why Polo has more pulling power than football!
Love in the time of the Corona (The Telegraph)
Ever since they playfully termed Muddy Matches ‘Tinder for Farmers’ in the early days of our venture to match country lovers, we have enjoyed the support of The Telegraph when it comes to online dating coverage. Whether it’s been a place in their top 10 list of ‘go to’ online dating websites or as part… Continue reading Love in the time of the Corona (The Telegraph)
The Sunday Times: Katie Glass heads back to the countryside for the weekend
The Times columnist Katie Glass talks about heading back to the countryside for a weekend away with her friends. She says: “It occurs to me, that I might not be all that country, but neither is the country any more. It’s not Worzel Gummidge yokels chewing straws as in Poldark. It’s Hot Farmers of Instagram… Continue reading The Sunday Times: Katie Glass heads back to the countryside for the weekend
Moneywise: working with family
Moneywise writer Ruth Jackson spoke to a number of small business owners about what it is like to work with a family member. Ruth asked Muddy Matches co-founders Lucy and Emma Reeves about the pros and cons of running a niche dating website with your sister. Lucy and Emma’s tips included: “Spend time away from… Continue reading Moneywise: working with family
Western Morning News: online dating the best way to meet a mate in rural areas
Keith Rossiter from the Western Morning News explains why online dating is the best way to meet a partner when you live in a rural area. He also mentions Liz, who met her partner through countryside dating website Muddy Matches. Click here to read the full article.
Country Lifestyle Scotland: dating in the countryside
Country Lifestyle Scotland writer Linda Mellor, spoke to Muddy Matches co-founder Lucy Reeves about the popularity of online dating in rural areas. Lucy said: “The countryside means different things to different people and we cater for that broad spectrum. We are a family run, independent dating site very specific to the countryside. It is free… Continue reading Country Lifestyle Scotland: dating in the countryside
R.A.B.I. news: “Muddy Matches Clean Up”
R.A.B.I. featured the Muddy Matches Messagathon on their Corporate and Group Supporters page. The event raised £1,432 for R.A.B.I. by ‘muddy boots’ site Muddy Matches. Read the full article.
Metro: lessons to be learnt from Channel 4’s ‘First Dates’
Metro writer Katie Bailey wrote a tongue-in-cheek guide to the first episode of the new series of ‘First Dates’. She made reference to Muddy Matches, by saying: “There is a dating site for country folk called ‘Muddy Matches’ out there (Picture: Channel 4) Jenny knows, she’s on it.” Click to read the full article on… Continue reading Metro: lessons to be learnt from Channel 4’s ‘First Dates’
Radio Times: “First Dates Series 3”
The new series of First Date is due to start on Friday 6th March 2015. Radio Times has published a review of the show and a clip from the first episode. The clip shows one couple discussing online dating websites, including Muddy Matches. Click on the video below to see the clip and head to… Continue reading Radio Times: “First Dates Series 3”