As the evenings are drawing in, we are entering what’s known as “cuffing season”, so called because it describes the desire to be “tied down” (or “cuffed”) that often arises in the colder months.
It’s the time of year when people have stopped going out quite so much and are staying indoors snuggled by the fire… alone. Cue a last-ditch attempt by singletons to find a romantic partner for the winter.
Cuffing Season officially starts in September when the weather starts to change, but it’s around now that people will be putting more effort in, in order to be coupled up for the colder months.
Shorter days can exacerbate feelings of loneliness, as well as the looming festivities of the Christmas and New Year period. It definitely is the worst time of year to be single, missing out on lots of cosy couples’ activities and romantic dates.
Just be careful of people saying they’re specifically looking for someone to snuggle up to this winter or specifying anything similar as this could mean that they aren’t looking for anything serious or long term. Often these relationships are over by the spring, as people want to be single in time for the summer.
Whether you are just looking for something for the winter months, or want something more long term, now is the time of year to give Chat2Date a go and chat to singles from all over the UK either on our great chat line or if you prefer to message then try our fantastic mobile dating.
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Chatlines have been around for a long time and even with the introduction of online dating and dating apps, it’s stood the test of time.
Whether you’ve used a chat line before or not, our top 5 tips will help you get the most out of dating and phone chat and boost your chances of finding someone special.
- Record a decent introduction for your voicemail box. You’re trying to get people to like the sound of you so make sure you highlight your best qualities! Phone chat should be natural and you should focus on what you like.
- You can tell a lot from someone’s voice. You’re likely to get a reasonably good sense about who they are over the phone. It’s much easier to connect that written down messages. However, if something doesn’t feel right, don’t pursue it.
- Be sensible about meeting up. If you decide you’re getting on well and would like to meet up, make sure it’s in a public place and you tell a friend where you’re going.
- Don’t give out any personal information. When chatting to someone, don’t let them know personal details before you’re comfortable. Arrange to meet through the chat line (following the above tip) and then decide if you’d like to pass on your phone number etc.
- Have fun! Dating isn’t supposed to be a chore, it should be enjoyable. Just be yourself and make the most of your time chatting to someone. This will help you find someone special
If you’d like to give it a go, join Chat2Date today and see who’s on the line!
Don’t be sad about being single on Valentine’s Day!
It means you get to chat with other singles from all over the UK! Join in the fun on the UK’s best chat line this Valentine’s weekend!
Call to chat, flirt and date with hundreds of callers right now! It’s easy, fast, totally anonymous, and easy to use.
Why should you use Chat2Date to chat to other singles? Here are a few reasons why we’re so good!
- Record your own intro
- Live 1-2-1 chat
- Personal voice mailbox
- Swap voice messages
- Text chat and dating
- Freefone credit card line
- Customer service helpline
- Safe and secure service
- Fully moderated
- Private, discreet and anonymous service
There are a few ways to join in the fun on your phone and get chatting to singles in your area.
You can call from your landline from just 13p/min (plus your phone company’s access charge) or from your mobile from just 25p/min with NO hidden charges!
If you’d prefer to swap messages and pics then you can try our great text chat service (texts charged at your standard network rate).
You can also access the service by using your credit or debit card. You’ll know exactly what you’re spending and won’t have any expensive charges on your phone bill as you’ll call a freephone 0800 number.
Remember that we only have real and genuine people on our service as we don’t use operators like some of our competitors so you know you’re chatting to other genuine singles.
Get chatting to singles with Chat2Date this Valentine’s Day and get yourself a date!
Whether you’ve been together for a long time or are just embarking on a new relationship, make sure you talk on the phone regularly, don’t get comfortable always communicating by text.
One of the most prominent issues when text messaging is misinterpretation. All you are presented with is some text on a screen. There is no tone, no volume and it’s much harder to understand what someone may mean.
If you talk on the phone, you are able to hear the mood someone is in and how they are coming across. This could help avoid any misunderstandings which could lead to arguments.
We know texting is really convenient but with autocorrect and the possibility of spelling mistakes and abbreviations, what you want to say may come across totally different to someone who is reading it. It’s much easier to get your point across when you can have a real-time person to person discussion as you can ask questions and get immediate answers.
Phone calls can strengthen your connection with each other, not only in new relationships but with long standing ones too.
Hearing each other’s voices is much more intimate than viewing words on a screen. If you know them well enough you’ll be able to hear certain cues in their voice so you know how to react to what it is they’re saying.
You’re also more likely to be giving them your full attention – or at least more than you would be if you were texting – showing that you care about them and are interested in what they are saying.
If you’re at the beginning of a relationship you are able to get to know someone much better by talking on the phone. Texting is so impersonal; you are unable to get your personality across in a text. If you talk regularly on the phone you will get to know each other’s sense of humour and how they are feeling.
One thing that can also be a major issue for some people with text messages is waiting for a reply. Some people will see it as similar to having a face-to-face conversation, where you take it in turns to reply to each other, but others don’t see it like this and can take much longer to reply without realising the other person is waiting. When talking on the phone you’re going to get an immediate reply as the person is mostly focusing on you, rather than doing other things at the same time meaning they might not reply immediately.
So whether you’re dating or married, chatting on the phone has huge benefits for your relationship!
Chat on the phone to singles in your area, with Chat2Date today!
Finding it hard to chat to people? Need conversation openers? Sometimes all it takes is a killer chat up line! Sometimes they can be a great conversation starter, even if they only serve to make someone laugh. Here are our top 5 to get their attention.
Are you a camera? Because every time I look at you, I smile.
Do you have sunburn, or are you always this hot?
I seem to have lost my phone number. Can I have yours?
Are you a parking ticket? Because you’ve got fine written all over you.
I’m not a photographer, but I can picture me and you together.
Have a phone chat to singles from all over the UK today on Chat2Date and give some of these a try!
Everyone wants to make a good impression on a first date. Read our tips and secure that second date no problem!
Be on time.
It’s rude to be late but being late on a first date is definitely not going to win you any brownie points. Fair enough if you have a valid reason but make sure you let them know and tell them why and if you can, roughly when you think you’ll arrive. Definitely don’t cancel on your date unless you absolutely have to, otherwise they will be unlikely to give you a second chance.
Dress appropriately.
If you’re going to a nice restaurant, don’t turn up in shorts and flip flops! Likewise if you’re just going to a café for a coffee, there’s no need to wear a suit!
You don’t need to spend hours choosing an outfit but your date will appreciate you making a bit of effort and shows that you’re serious about your date.
Make eye contact.
You’re much more likely to connect with the other person if you make eye contact. They’ll know you’re listening and are interested in what they’re saying, rather than looking around the room and not paying attention.
Ask questions.
You need to let your date know that you’re interested in them and the best way to show that is to ask questions about them. Only ask things that are relevant and that you genuinely want to know. There’s no point getting into a deep conversation about something you know nothing about. Keep the conversation light hearted and get to know each other.
Also make sure you listen to their answers and don’t keep talking about yourself!
Don’t have your phone out.
You’re probably only going to be with your date for a couple of hours for your initial meeting, to suss whether you’re interested on taking it further. There is no need to keep checking your phone – your date wants your full attention. Put your phone in your bag/pocket and only look at it when you absolutely need to.
Be mindful of your manners.
Not only do you need to be aware of your manners with your date, you need to make sure you’re polite to everyone around you. Your date will be watching how you handle yourself and if you’re rude to waiting staff, they won’t be impressed. Treat people how you want to be treated and you’ll get more respect.
Pay them compliments.
If you’re interested in your date and would like to see them again, compliment them. Tell them you like something they’re wearing, or that they have lovely eyes. Something that simple will let them know you like them and if they like you back they’ll return the favour!
Join Chat2Date today and meet singles in your area!
Chat lines are one of the most popular ways to meet people nowadays. To ensure you keep yourself safe when you chat, we’ve shared some of our tips below.
Always trust your instincts. If something doesn’t feel right, trust your gut feeling. If someone is asking too many questions or asking things you aren’t comfortable with then tell them.
If someone immediately asks for your contact details or wants to meet before you’ve decided whether you might like them, this can be a red flag – if you’re not comfortable with it then don’t meet them, or tell them you would like to chat and get to know them a little better first. If they agree then maybe they’re just a little keen, if they get aggressive or upset that you won’t then you already know you made the right decision.
If they ask you for money or want you to buy them something, they are unlikely to be genuine and just want something from you, especially if you’ve never met.
It sounds obvious but never send anyone money. It’s so easy to get caught up in the moment and feel like you trust someone and have a connection but always use caution when people have unusual requests.
Be cautious sending out personal information. When you’re getting to know someone, sometimes you talk about things you wouldn’t necessarily talk about with your friends. Be aware of how much detail you’re telling someone you don’t really know.
It sounds obvious but never share your bank details, card numbers, passport or ID details with anyone and be aware that if they are asking about family history and ask for your mother’s maiden name or the name of your first pet – scammers can use this information against you.
Try not to drag out how long you’re talking before you meet.
You can only get to know someone so much over the phone. Once you feel comfortable talking to them, arrange to meet in a busy public place and let people know where you are going.
On the other hand, you are also under no obligation to meet them, regardless of how long you’ve been chatting. If you feel they are puttin you under any sort of pressure to do so, it might be best to move on.
Scammers are unlikely to meet up with you in real life and meeting is a great way to find out if there is a spark between you and you want to continue getting to know them.
When you do arrange to meet them, make sure you meet in a busy, public place and don’t accept a lift. There’s no need to put yourself at any risk.
If your date offers to pick you up, you can politely decline. If they are genuine they will understand your reasons. Never tell your address to someone you’ve only just met and don’t know very well.
Don’t drink too much when you’re on a date, especially first date. Drinking can lower inhibitions and impair your judgement. You want to be on full alert when meeting someone for the first time and also want to set a good first impression!
Never be afraid to leave if you feel uncomfortable. You don’t owe your date anything and your safety is more important than anything else.
Never take your date back to your place or accept an invitation back to theirs. You need to get to know them and build up trust before you feel safe letting them into your home or being alone with them.
Stay safe when dating with Chat2Date and report any suspicious behaviour.
The Chat2Date chatline is fun, quick and easy. Phone chat with hundreds of callers on the line right now.
Chatting with other callers couldn’t be simpler, so how can you get involved? Dial from either a mobile or landline, record a short greeting to introduce yourself to others, then browse other callers’ intros, exchange messages with them and also have live 121 conversations!
How do we keep you safe? Our chat lines are fully moderated and are safe, discreet and anonymous.
It’s only 25p per minute with no expensive access charges if you dial our shortcode from your mobile and only 13p per minute if you dial the long number on your landline! (Plus your phone company’s access charge).
You can also set up a pre-paid credit card account where you’ll get more minutes for your money & you can access the chatline on a freephone number!
We only have genuine people on the line – we don’t employ operators – so you can be confident that you’re talking to real singles!
Chat2Date is the UK’s favourite and busiest chat line which runs 24 hours a day all year round. So what are you waiting for?! Call and chat to singles in your area today!
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New Year, New Start This January!
Now it’s January and Christmas is out of the way and we’re back into our normal routines, it can feel a little bleak and boring.
Spice up your January by chatting with other singles in your area!
Our great phone chat service can get you chatting with single people near you instantly!
Record a short greeting to introduce yourself to others, browse other callers’ intros, exchange messages with your own personal voice mailbox and even have live 1-2-1 chats with local singles.
Don’t fancy phone conversations? Join our text chat service on your mobile and get matches sent by text. It’s fast and easy to use and there are thousands of UK members online every day. Add a photo of yourself to get more people interested in you. You can also see pictures from people who have uploaded images to their profile too.
Rather stick to online dating? We have that too! Sign up for free and check out the profiles of all the members online. You can also search by location so you only browse the singles in your area. Send instant messages and get chatting to local single people now!
So what are you waiting for? January is a great time to get chatting with other singles in your area with Chat2Date!
Why should you call our chat lines? We can give you 5 reasons why so many people choose us!
- Live 121 chat – we have a live 121 chat feature so you can call and chat with the other callers on the line rather than just send messages. It’s instant, totally anonymous and easy to use! Get chatting to other singles for just 13p* per minute!
- We give you a mobile short code so it’s cheaper to call from mobiles rather than calling our 087 number. It’s just 25p per minute with NO hidden charges!
- We don’t use operators. All of our callers are 100% genuine and looking for dates. Record a short greeting to introduce yourself and listen to other callers’ greetings. There are hundreds of single people using our service!
- Set up a pre-paid card account. You can access the chat lines on our freephone number and pay by card rather than on your phone bill. When you set up a card account for £10 we will give you 170** minutes of talk time – that’s just 6p per minute!
- We also offer text chat and Mobile dating too! If you don’t fancy talking on the phone, you can either chat to singles by text at £1.50 for 5 texts sent and received or sign up for free to our online dating service!
So what are you waiting for? Get chatting to other singles all over the UK today with Chat2Date!
*Plus your phone company’s access charge
**Further top ups of £10 will buy 56 minutes of talk time. Top ups can be done in £10, £20 or £30.