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Brighton Dating Site: Meet Singles near you in Brighton

by eharmony Editorial Team September 2, 2025

Brighton Dating is about beachside cafes and live music nights, but also about facing the real challenge of putting yourself out there. Brighton Dating Sites help you to match with compatible singles. In Kemptown, Seven Dials and Hove finding a meaningful match can be tough. Especially in a city of nearly 280,000 residents.1

eharmony simplifies the process. eharmony’s compatibility-based approach helps you find a genuine match. Whether you’re into gay dating in Brighton, lesbian dating in Brighton or looking for someone who shares your values (e.g., loyalty, kindness or honesty) and interests including sports or music. eharmony prioritises personality, lifestyle and long-term compatibility—no matter your background or sexuality. Dating
someone truly compatible is possible here in “London-by-the-Sea”.

Discover These Dating Ideas in Brighton

Best Date Ideas in Brighton – voted by our community

A couple walking next to beach huts while the sun sets.

Beach Hut Photo Walk

Snap fun photos in front of Brighton’s iconic beach huts.

A couple looking at clothes while shopping together.

Vintage Shop Hop

Wander through winding alleys and hunt for treasures in vintage boutiques.

A couple enjoing ice cream together.

Gelato & Galleries

Share a cone from Gelato Gusto and pop into a local art gallery.

The Lanes

A couple looking at clothes while shopping together.

Vintage Shop Hop

Wander through winding alleys and hunt for treasures in vintage boutiques.

A couple enjoing ice cream together.

Gelato & Galleries

Share a cone from Gelato Gusto and pop into a local art gallery.

A couple chatting at a coffee.

Hidden Courtyard Coffee

Find a tucked-away café and enjoy a relaxed chat over coffee.

Kemptown

A couple sitting next to each other at a drag show.

Live Drag or Cabaret Show

Catch a performance at a local venue for an unforgettable night.

A couple walking hand in hand at the beach.

Seafront Sunset Walk

Stroll along the water and watch the sun dip behind Brighton Pier.

A couple chatting at a table in a pub.

Independent Pub Crawl

Hop between quirky pubs and sample craft brews or cocktails.

Hove

A picnic with snacks and blanket at the beach.

Picnic at Hove Lawns

Pack a blanket and enjoy sea views with snacks and laughter.

A couple walking next to beach huts while the sun sets.

Beach Hut Photo Walk

Snap fun photos in front of Brighton’s iconic beach huts.

A couple sitting at a table enjoying brunch with orange juice and coffee.

Coastal Café Brunch

Start your day with brunch at a cosy seaside café.

Seven Dials

A couple looking at their wine glases at a wine tasting event.

Wine Tasting Date

Sip your way through a curated wine list at a stylish wine bar.

A couple enjoying dinner in a restaurant.

Charming Bistro Dinner

Enjoy an intimate meal at a hidden gem in the neighbourhood.

A couple walking through a park next to green trees.

Garden Stroll

Take a walk through nearby Dyke Road Park and chat under the trees.

Preston Park

A couple walking hand in hand in a botanic garden.

Botanical Garden Visit

Explore the Rock Garden and share your favourite flowers.

A man and a woman are walking together in a park, each carrying a yoga mat under their arm.

Outdoor Yoga or Fitness Class

Try something active together in the park’s open spaces.

A couple walking together while enjoying coffee.

Coffee & Dog-Watching

Grab lattes and sit on a bench to enjoy the local dog-walking scene.

Brighton Dating: Find Singles near me in Brighton

To find singles in Brighton, from Seven Dials over Preston Park to The Lanes, understand every neighborhood offers its own vibe. Brighton Dating has its own rhythm.

The Lanes

Hidden Cafés & BoutiquesPerfect for quirky, cosy first dates.
• Street Performers & MarketsAdd spontaneity to your stroll.
• Chocolate Shops & Tea RoomsSweeten your date with local treats.

Kemptown

• LGBTQ+ BarsCelebrate Brighton’s proud queer identity.
• Vintage Shops & Art GalleriesExplore together with creative flair.
• Kemptown BeachA quieter spot for seaside conversation.

Hove

• Hove PromenadeIdeal for peaceful oceanfront walks.
• Independent RestaurantsRelax over dinner with a local twist.
• Hove LagoonTry paddleboarding or enjoy a casual bite.

Seven Dials

• Charming Streets & Garden SquaresA picturesque date setting.
• Local Pubs & BistrosUnwind in friendly, intimate spots.
• Close to Brighton StationEasy meet-up point for commuters.

Preston Park

• Open Green SpacePicnics, walks, and people-watching.
• Preston ManorAdd some history and intrigue to your date.
• Seasonal Events & FestivalsEnjoy the city’s cultural energy.

How to Start Dating in Brighton?

Dating in Brighton

Serious Dating in Brighton can start on apps, at events or during spontaneous moments. Brighton has many paths to finding a connection. From seafront walks to botanical gardens, you’ll find opportunities to meet someone who shares your energy.

Finding love in Brighton, from Kemptown over Hove to Preston Park, is all about connection. From first dates to long-term love, there’s someone out there for you in “London-by-the-Sea”.

Gay Dating in Brighton

Whether you’re dancing at Club Revenge or brunching by the beach, Brighton’s LGBTQ+ scene is alive and full of heart.

Find meaningful connections in one of the UK’s most inclusive cities.

Lesbian Dating in Brighton

From poetry nights to paddleboarding meetups, lesbian dating in Brighton is as fun as it is heartfelt.

Meet women who share your energy, values like honesty and loyalty and sense of adventure.

Over 40 Dating in Brighton

Dating over 40 in Brighton means embracing experience and shared passions from wine nights to art fairs.

Build connections rooted in trust, growth and genuine companionship.

Over 50 Dating in Brighton

Brighton over 50 dating proves love has no age limit. Join walking groups, enjoy jazz nights, or try a cooking class together.

Meet like-minded singles ready for their next chapter.

Reasons to choose eharmony as your Brighton dating site

The proof of our effectiveness is in the numbers:

Your guide to dating in Brighton with eharmony

Want to know more? Here’s your personal Brighton dating guide to taking your love live to the next level.

Discover the real you

eharmony is not just another Brighton dating site – we believe love happens when you find that person who gets you. That’s why everyone starts with our Compatibility Quiz. Your answers help us find the Brighton singles you’re most likely to hit it off with.

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Example of an eharmony dating profile

Complete your profile

The key to successful Brighton online dating starts with your profile. We make this process as enjoyable as possible by having richly detailed profiles that are easy to digest. That’s why eharmony is the dating app with the highest-rated user profiles3

Explore Brighton singles

In your Discover list, you’ll find every eharmony member who fits your search criteria. Each member you see will display a Compatibility Score based on how likely you are to hit it off.

Would you like to narrow down your search to singles near Brighton or is it important to you that your partner also wants to have kids? Of course, we offer you the corresponding filter options, as well as many others. You can also see at a glance what you have in common – this will help you to get in touch easily.

Two eharmony profiles as an example for the discover list and how to meet singles near you with eharmony
Example first message with a like for a profile on eharmony

It all starts with a Like

Not sure how to get the conversation started? We’ve made it easy: if something on a member’s profile catches your eye, just hit Like. Then you have the option to add a personalized message. You can hit Like on answers to profile questions, their hobbies or your similarities.

Two likes make a Match

Once you get a Like back, it’s a Match. Congratulations! You can now swap messages and send Icebreakers or react with a Smile to get to know each other better.

Example of a match between a woman and a man
How to meet Singles near you with eharmony

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  1. Office for National Statistics

  2. As rated by 2,807 dating app users from the US, UK, Canada and Australia in a 2023 survey

  3. As rated by 2,807 dating app users from the US, UK, Canada and Australia in a 2023 survey

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