What we’re about
This is a group for expats and locals who would like to interact with each other learn more about cultures and practice English and any foreign languages they are learning. It is also an opportunity to learn more about the cultures of other people and obtain a deeper insight into their lives. We will try and get together every week for social events where people can interact and communicate.
You are either new to meetup or have been on meetup for a long time and are tired of how the social activities have deteriorated in the other meetup groups in London.
We organise roughly about 4 socials in a month closer towards the weekends, so many people can join us after work in the city to mingle with each other. Our venues tend to be easily accessible by public transport.
Our social events tend to be catered towards to about 15 to 20 members at any given time, which gives members an opportunity to mingle with everyone present.
Here is how we will do things differently -
Ever since Covid has occurred the world has changed ways in how we function and operate.
Meeting people of various cultures has become difficult with various restrictions and with online events people rarely have the opportunity of meeting face to face.
We will always have hosts at all our events. You will always be greeted by someone
at all our events and introduced to others.
Click on the link to understand WHY IT IS IMPORTANT TO SOCIALISE AT OUR MEETUPS!
We will minimise no shows by requiring attendees to pay a deposit in advance.
We will strive to attract a high quality membership who prefer higher quality
venues and events.
We will constantly request members to help us host events and take a lead on
activities so that we have energy and variety.
Click on the link to our website and have a look at our other cities that we host in -
www.fastfriends.co.uk
I very much hope that you will join us and create a vibrant social community
which is close-knit and high quality.
Upcoming events (2)
See all- Mix & Mingle: Ladies & Gents!(25-45s/Hosted/£5) FREE LADY GUESTBar Soho, London
Will your life change if you met just one lady or gentleman with who you really connect? Will it be completely transformed if you meet more? Could they be your next best friend, your life partner, your next employer or your next business partner?
'Fast friending' is our fun and quick way to help you make new connections quickly with both ladies and gentlemen. These are people in the age group of 25 and 45s and so you will be on a similar wavelength. Naturally you can always choose who to speak with based on your preference!
Nesta, your host will be there to welcome you warmly into the group and also help you with introductions!
We welcome locals and internationals both!
Click here to purchase your tickets now -
Mix & Mingle - Nesta - 16th NovemberHere’s how our Fast Friending works:-
- We will meet at 6.00 and have time to get settle down and get a drink.- From about 6.30 to 7.30 we will run the fast friending system. Half of the group (mixed gender) will stay in a fixed place and the other half of the group (mixed gender) will be asked to rotate. During these intervals, each pair of people will get the opportunity to talk to each other.
- Nesta will be hosting the evening and she will organize the fast friending process. She will indicate when you should move to the next person.
- From 7.30 onwards we will stop the system and people will have to chance go chat and interact with those they have met as well as others.
If you are a bit shy or anxious then please come early. Nesta will help you meet other members in a small group and help you settle down and get comfortable. All attendees are also welcome to bring a lady friend along with them for free. This will make it a lot less stressful for you as you will always have your friend alongside.Our venue for the evening - Soho Bar is spacious, has comfortable seating and not very noisy. We have a reserved area where our members can meet each other in a supportive environment.
- We are not a close knit tight group. Our evenings are warm and comfortable for members attending for the first time and those coming alone. You will not feel alone!
- We have many groups in this city. Members of our other groups who RSVP are included as guests of the organisers in order to give you an indication of expected people.
- This evening is for ladies and gents in the 25 to 45s age group. While some will be at the younger end of this range there will also be others at the other end of the range and lots in-between!
- We are not a dating group. Our events are not organised to manage your dating life. Our group is created to help ladies and gents meet other like minded ladies and gents. Please do not attend our event if a perfect gender balance is important for your enjoyment of our meet-up.
Click here to purchase your tickets now -
Mix & Mingle - Nesta - 16th November*You can use any debit or credit card to purchase your ticket at PayPal checkout. It will ask you for your email address but that is only to send you a receipt. You do not need a PayPal account.
EVENT COST:-
Early Bird - £5 per person
Regular Tickets - £10 per person
General Admission Tickets - £15 per person
Cash at Meetup - If you do not purchase tickets in advance then you can pay £20 cash to Nesta when you meet her on the event day.Why do we have tickets?
- Cover our costs - Our host is compensated for their time and work. We also pay meetup and have dedicated staff to manage our events, hosts, venues and communication.
- Group Safety - By securing your ticket we have a record and you contribute to a well organized evening where everyone is more committed and better behaved.
- Management - Tickets help us better manage attendee group size, book suitable space and activity.
ABOUT fastfriends.co.uk -
We have connected members successfully for the past 10 years.Here are some videos which will give you some guidance -
How to make people like you at our socials - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K4guProkKrI
Why you should attend our evenings - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wEjwGBXzJE8 - Fast Friending: Ladies & Gents!(30-49s/Hosted/£5) FREE LADY GUESTBar Salsa Temple , London WC2R 2PH
Will your life change if you met just one lady or gentleman with who you really connect? Will it be completely transformed if you meet more? Could they be your next best friend, your life partner, your next employer or your next business partner?
'Fast friending' is our fun and quick way to help you make new connections quickly with both ladies and gentlemen. These are people in the age group of 30 and 49s and so you will be on a similar wavelength. Naturally you can always choose who to speak with based on your preference!
Nesta, your host will be there to welcome you warmly into the group and also help you with introductions!
We welcome locals and internationals both!
Click here to purchase your tickets -
23rd November - Salsa Temple - Nesta hostHere’s how our Fast Friending works:-
- We will meet at 6.00 and have time to get settle down and get a drink.- From about 6.30 to 7.30 we will run the fast friending system. Half of the group (mixed gender) will stay in a fixed place and the other half of the group (mixed gender) will be asked to rotate. During these intervals, each pair of people will get the opportunity to talk to each other.
- Nesta will be hosting the evening and she will organize the fast friending process. She will indicate when you should move to the next person.
- From 7.30 onwards we will stop the system and people will have to chance go chat and interact with those they have met as well as others.
- From 8.30 to 9.30 we have FREE Salsa class, if members want to join after the event. It is only for half an hour and will be a great way to get connected.
If you are a bit shy or anxious then please come early. Nesta will help you meet other members in a small group and help you settle down and get comfortable. All attendees are also welcome to bring a lady friend along with them for free. This will make it a lot less stressful for you as you will always have your friend alongside.We have Happy hours from until 8 pm.
Our venue for the evening - Salsa - Temple , Nearest station - Embankment station. Venue is spacious, has comfortable seating and not very noisy. Post 8.30 pm we have a salsa dance class, all members are allowed to stay back and enjoy themselves! We have a reserved area where our members can meet each other in a supportive environment.
- We are not a close knit tight group. Our evenings are warm and comfortable for members attending for the first time and those coming alone. You will not feel alone!
- We have many groups in this city. Members of our other groups who RSVP are included as guests of the organisers in order to give you an indication of expected people.
- This evening is for ladies and gents in the 30 to 49s age group. While some will be at the younger end of this range there will also be others at the other end of the range and lots in-between!
- We are not a dating group. Our events are not organised to manage your dating life. Our group is created to help ladies and gents meet other like minded ladies and gents. Please do not attend our event if a perfect gender balance is important for your enjoyment of our meet-up.
*You can use any debit or credit card to purchase your ticket at PayPal checkout. It will ask you for your email address but that is only to send you a receipt. You do not need a PayPal account.
EVENT COST:-
Early Bird - £5 per person
Regular Tickets - £10 per person
General Admission Tickets - £15 per person
Cash at Meetup - If you do not purchase tickets in advance then you can pay £20 cash to Nesta when you meet her on the event day.Why do we have tickets?
- Cover our costs - Our host is compensated for their time and work. We also pay meetup and have dedicated staff to manage our events, hosts, venues and communication.
- Group Safety - By securing your ticket we have a record and you contribute to a well organized evening where everyone is more committed and better behaved.
- Management - Tickets help us better manage attendee group size, book suitable space and activity.
ABOUT fastfriends.co.uk -
We have connected members successfully for the past 10 years.Here are some videos which will give you some guidance -
How to make people like you at our socials - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K4guProkKrI
Why you should attend our evenings - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wEjwGBXzJE8