Plymouth and West Devon

Singles in and around Plymouth

Plymouth is Britain's Ocean City, with a historic harbour, a famous hoe and the edge of Dartmoor on its doorstep. For a first date there's a walk along the Hoe, a stroll round the Barbican, or a coffee at Royal William Yard. Check opening times before you go.

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First date ideas in Plymouth

Three easy places to meet someone new in Plymouth. Check opening times before you go.

  • Plymouth Hoe and Smeaton's Tower

    A big open clifftop with views across the Sound and the lighthouse of Smeaton's Tower. The tower is ticketed, but the Hoe itself is free to walk.

  • The Barbican and the Mayflower Steps

    A cobbled harbour quarter of old buildings, galleries, pubs and cafés. Easy, public and full of atmosphere.

  • Royal William Yard

    A grand old naval victualling yard on the waterfront, now full of restaurants, cafés and independent shops. A good spot for a drink or a meal.

Around Plymouth

Neighbourhoods and nearby villages: Plymouth city centre, the Barbican, the Hoe, Stoke, Plympton, Plymstock and Devonport.

Getting there: Plymouth station is on the Great Western main line, with direct trains to London Paddington, Bristol, Exeter and Cornwall, and a branch line up the Tamar Valley. Buses cover the city, and the Cremyll Ferry crosses to Mount Edgcumbe.

Go Devon Dating covers the whole county, so you can join from Plymouth and search nearby towns too. New to dating again? Our guide to dating safely is a good place to start.

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Questions about dating in Plymouth

What is a good first date in Plymouth?

There are plenty of easy options: a walk along the Hoe, a stroll round the Barbican and a coffee at Royal William Yard. Choose somewhere public, keep it short and check opening times before you go.

How do I get to Plymouth?

Plymouth station is on the Great Western main line, with direct trains to London Paddington, Bristol, Exeter and Cornwall, and a branch line up the Tamar Valley. Buses cover the city, and the Cremyll Ferry crosses to Mount Edgcumbe.

Can I join Go Devon Dating from Plymouth?

Yes. Creating a profile is free, and when you sign up you pick your area so we can show you singles nearby. Go Devon Dating covers the whole county, so you can search other towns too.

Is it safe to meet someone from online dating in Plymouth?

Meet somewhere public, tell a friend where you are going and keep the first date short. Every member is ID verified, and our guide to dating safely has more tips.