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

Should You Give Your Date A Gift? The Muddy Matches Guide

To gift or not to gift – that is the question? Whether you’re about to meet someone for a first date or are seeing them on a more regular basis, the question of gifting can be quite tricky. Is taking a bunch of flowers is a bit over the top or old-fashioned, or is it… Continue reading Should You Give Your Date A Gift? The Muddy Matches Guide

Five Ideas For March + April Dates

Spring is on its way, which means it’s time to get outside, soak up some vitamin D and enjoy some fun and romantic date ideas. Here at Muddy Matches we firmly believe that making experiences together in the fresh air can only be a good thing for your love life. So read on for five… Continue reading Five Ideas For March + April Dates

Seven Outdoorsy Holidays For Countryside Lovers

With summer coming up and the promise of longer, warmer days it’s time to start planning your holidays. When you’re single it can be difficult to find something that suits your solo status. Let’s face it – cosy hotels offering romantic dinners à deux at sunset aren’t going to cut it. So, in today’s blog… Continue reading Seven Outdoorsy Holidays For Countryside Lovers

How To Make The First Move And Meet In Real Life

Online dating is a wonderful way to meet like-minded singles who share your love of fitness, adventure and keeping active. And, even better, you can do this all from the comfort of your own home. It can, however, be very easy to fall in to the ‘penpal’ trap – exchanging lots and lots of messages… Continue reading How To Make The First Move And Meet In Real Life

How To Enjoy Online Dating

Online dating needn’t be scary. Over the years it’s become a more and more popular and successful way to meet a partner. Just take a look at our Muddy Matches success stories to see how fantastic it can be! If you’re new to the online dating world and are a little bit overwhelmed then we… Continue reading How To Enjoy Online Dating

Nine Countryside Date Ideas In Cornwall

Cornwall! With its rocky coastline, sandy beaches, beautiful countryside and plenty of destinations for cream teas and fish and chips, it’s the perfect holiday destination for countryside lovers from across the UK. Cornwall is about more than just surfing though. In today’s blog post we’ve put together our favourite ideas for enjoying the fresh air… Continue reading Nine Countryside Date Ideas In Cornwall

Springtime Dating Updates

Spring is in the air! Longer days, warmer weather, buds bursting out on the trees. It’s a wonderful time of year and, if you’re lonely after a winter of hibernation, a great time to get back in to online dating. If your online dating profile is out of date, or if you’re creating one for… Continue reading Springtime Dating Updates

First Date Conversation Starters

First dates can be nerve-wracking and, even if you’re usually the chattiest of people, you might find yourself lost for words. Thankfully, if you’ve met over Muddy Matches, you’ll already have a love of country life and the outdoors in common. However, if you’re worried about conversation faltering, why not bring up one of these… Continue reading First Date Conversation Starters