Winter Dating Ideas For Countryside Lovers

We’re past the shortest day of the winter and the days are, very gradually, getting longer. It may be cold and dark but we believe that January is a wonderful time for love in the countryside, and on our rural online dating site we love nothing more than making country introductions and getting you rural… Continue reading Winter Dating Ideas For Countryside Lovers

Eight Benefits Of Dating A Farmer

We all know that farming and agricultural life is hard; long hours, few colleagues, increasing pressure in a time of political uncertainty. It can be hard for countryside people to meet like-minded rural singles, which is where online dating website Muddy Matches comes in. We’ve had over ten years of helping country people meet… and… Continue reading Eight Benefits Of Dating A Farmer

August Bank Holiday Dating Ideas

The long August Bank Holiday is nearly here and, fingers crossed, we’ll be bathed in sunshine and heat. Perfect for a date with your Muddy Match, no? Here are our personal favourite ideas for countryside dating to help you make the most of the extra day off and get to know your country-loving date a… Continue reading August Bank Holiday Dating Ideas

Outdoorsy Dates in Yorkshire

Let’s hear it for Yorkshire! Home of Yorkshire Puddings, Wensleydale Cheese, Stainless Steel, Yorkie Bars and Sean Bean. Our focus is going north today as we head to Yorkshire, also known as God’s Own Country, to bring you some fantastic ideas for outdoorsy, countrysidy, rural dates. 1. If your date loves cheese Then you must… Continue reading Outdoorsy Dates in Yorkshire

How To Navigate A Wedding When You’re Single

The arrival of summer signifies the start of wedding season. As well as sharing in your friends’ and family’s joy and happiness for some, going to a wedding can be kind of lonely. Yes, single people, we’re looking at you. Well, today we’re here to help you realise why being single at a wedding can… Continue reading How To Navigate A Wedding When You’re Single

How To Take A Great Online Dating Profile Picture

One of the best ways to attract views of your Muddy Matches online dating profile is to keep it up to date with some fantastic photos. Here are five tips for taking some great photographs that show you full of confidence and at your country-loving best. 1. Relax Know anyone who loves their passport photo?… Continue reading How To Take A Great Online Dating Profile Picture

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

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

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