Sarah finds her soulmate in sheep farmer, Derek.

Separated Yorkshire single, Sarah hoped for that ‘elusive spark’ whilst online dating. She never expected to unearth a soulmate in muddy boots. When Sarah slid into our DMs on social media, she was beaming with praise. Her update on life as a country couple with her farming Muddy Match, brightened a rather grey Autumnal morning.… Continue reading Sarah finds her soulmate in sheep farmer, Derek.

The secret to winning a country lover’s heart

At Muddy Matches, we regularly get asked ‘what is the best way to win the heart of a country lover?’. Folklore says the way to a man’s heart his through his stomach. So maybe a hearty farmhouse breakfast or a proper homely roast is key? Some singles suggest a spontaneous, sense of adventure in a… Continue reading The secret to winning a country lover’s heart

We are knee deep in mud-inspired ‘married bliss’

A newly married country couple from North Wales, who met on Muddy Matches, have given a welcome update on their muddy boots lifestyle together. Katherine and sheep farmer husband Medwyn wed in July 2021 after a six-year rural romance that started out life as an online countryside connection in which they were both new to… Continue reading We are knee deep in mud-inspired ‘married bliss’

Brits say animal lovers make the ‘paw’fect match when online dating

‘I love anything on four legs… but now I’m looking for someone on two to love just as much.’ It’s a common, dare we say overused (?), profile line at Muddy Matches country life dating but you know what, animal love holds such-minded singles in good stead when it comes to finding love. Statistics say… Continue reading Brits say animal lovers make the ‘paw’fect match when online dating

Royal forgoes 900 acre farm lease in favour of the crown

“Oh I just can’t wait to be king.” This week, the nation’s press – and even further afield – has been awash with speculation and confirmation that HRH Prince Charles is set to give up the reins on his organic farm at Highgrove House citing insufficient time to commit to it as he prepares to… Continue reading Royal forgoes 900 acre farm lease in favour of the crown

Get Yourself Out There – Where To Camp This Summer

In our quest to help you #GetYourselfOutThere, we’re sharing the Muddy Matches’ teams favourite spots for walking, camping and just enjoying being outside in the fresh air and countryside. Today we’re turning the spotlight to camping. Many of you, we know, have switched up your holiday plans and are choosing to stay within our own… Continue reading Get Yourself Out There – Where To Camp This Summer

Devon and Cornwall series makes timely return to Channel 4

Devon and Cornwall returns for a new series on Channel 4 Celebrating people rooted in rural communities, the first series of Channel 4’s ‘Devon and Cornwall’ proved to be a breath of fresh air when it aired last year. Now, right when the nation is in need of some wholehearted feel good and to breath… Continue reading Devon and Cornwall series makes timely return to Channel 4

Getting Over A Breakup In Lockdown

At Muddy Matches we pride ourselves on bringing people who love the countryside together. Whether you’re a farmer wanting a wife, a rural single looking for someone to share your love of the outdoors with you, or a town-dweller who years for a country life, we’ve matched 1000s of rural singles in the past. We’ve… Continue reading Getting Over A Breakup In Lockdown

Seven Questions To Ask Yourself When You Start Online Dating With Muddy Matches

Since the beginning of lockdown, we’ve seen a surge in the number of countryside daters hopping online to find love in the countryside. Contrary to what you might think, lockdown is actually a wonderful time to start online dating. With a lot of rural singles online, more time at home and opportunity to invest in… Continue reading Seven Questions To Ask Yourself When You Start Online Dating With Muddy Matches