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Over 60s dating in the UK

Meeting someone after 60 is more common than you think

If you are single and over 60 in the UK, you are in good company. Roughly a third of people aged 65 and over live alone, which is more than three million households, and a great many of them would happily share their days with someone new (ONS). The idea that the chance for companionship passes at a certain age is simply out of date. People are healthier, busier and more open to meeting someone later in life than any generation before them.

60 Singles is dating for the over 60s and nobody else. Everyone you meet here is at a similar stage of life, which takes away a great deal of the awkwardness. You do not have to explain why the grandchildren come first some weekends, or why you have been out of the dating world for thirty years, because the person reading your profile understands it already.

A friendlier way to meet other single people over 60

The big dating apps are loud, fast and built for people half your age. This is the calmer alternative. You can take your time, read a few profiles, and start a conversation only when you feel ready. There is no swiping frenzy and no pressure to be anyone other than yourself.

Members join us from every corner of the country, from London and the South East to Scotland, Wales, the Midlands and the North. Whether you are looking for a companion for country walks, someone to share a Sunday lunch, or a genuine second chance at love, you will find people near you hoping for much the same thing. If you are weighing up which service suits you, our honest look at dating sites for the over 60s is a sensible place to start.

What you can do on 60 Singles

Creating a profile is free and takes a couple of minutes. Free membership lets you add a photo, look around and start getting a feel for the community. When you are ready for more, paid membership opens up unlimited photos and messaging, along with private chat groups and interest groups built around the things you enjoy, from gardening and rambling to history, music and travel. For a lot of our members, those groups are where the friendships start, and companionship often grows from there. You can see exactly what is included on our membership and pricing page.

Take it at your own pace

There is no right speed for this. Some people dive straight in, others prefer to watch quietly for a while before saying hello, and both are perfectly fine. If it has been a long time, or you are recently on your own again, our guides on online dating over 60 and finding companionship later in life are gentle, jargon-free places to begin. When you feel ready, we will be here.

Have a look around and see who is nearby. Creating your profile costs nothing, and you can leave the tricky parts blank until you feel like filling them in.