It seems like spring 2020 has passed in the blink of an eye, in a strange new world which we call lockdown. Restrictions are being lifted, bit by bit, and now we can meet people from outside our own household, you may be starting to think about asking your countryside connection on a real-life, socially… Continue reading Six Ideas For Post-Lockdown, Socially-Distanced Countryside Dating
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Socially Distanced Gifting For Your Muddy Match
Over the past ten weeks, many of us have really realised what’s important to us. From staying active and inspired by being in the countryside, to keeping up with loved ones, to getting back to basics and cooking from scratch, we all know what matters and what supports our wellbeing. We’re sure that you are… Continue reading Socially Distanced Gifting For Your Muddy Match
Have I Been Single For Too Long?
Why is it that in our culture, being single can sometimes mean that you’re at a disadvantage. From the well-meaning platitudes of relatives after having asked if you’ve met anyone yet then sympathetically telling you that ‘you’ll find someone one day’, to the linear romance stories that we’re fed on the TV, on film and… Continue reading Have I Been Single For Too Long?
Vicky and Sam eye home comforts after lockdown
Setting up home together is first on the muddy bucket list after lockdown for Vicky and Sam. It’s been exactly a year to the day since horse lover Vicky and Sam went on their first date together after discovering they had so much in common whilst messaging on Muddy Matches. And its been an interesting… Continue reading Vicky and Sam eye home comforts after 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
Muddy Matches twist on virtual dates celebrated
Muddy Matches’ efforts to breathe fresh air and creativity into virtual dating during lockdown has been celebrated by ODA; the online dating industry’s regulating body. With dating from a distance – and video calls – now the ‘new normal’ for online daters and couples enduring lockdown apart, finding innovative ways to keep singletons keen and… Continue reading Muddy Matches twist on virtual dates celebrated
The 10-year tale of Jenny, Tim & black lab, Bailey
Eight Tips For Virtual Dating Confidence With Muddy Matches
In times of Coronavirus we’re all getting used to some brand new ways of living. From work to exercise, socialising to dating, we’ve all had to adjust what we do and how we do it. In terms of countryside dating, online and virtual dating is the way to make connections with other rural singles. We… Continue reading Eight Tips For Virtual Dating Confidence With Muddy Matches
Sandra & Andrew’s story of muddy love rekindled
Muddy Reunited; A tale of rural love rekindled six years after first connecting on Muddy Matches. Everyone enjoys a good tale of love found, love lost and then love rekindled again right? It’s a well-trodden path bought to life in every good rom com or romantic novel. Well it was certainly the case for one… Continue reading Sandra & Andrew’s story of muddy love rekindled
Five Rainy Day Dates For Lockdown Life
When the weather is sunny and warm, the air is balmy and the countryside and your gardens are bursting with new life, finding the joy in every day and sharing that with your muddy match can feel really easy. But what happens when the good weather breaks and you need to find a way to… Continue reading Five Rainy Day Dates For Lockdown Life