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Harlow is a friendly new town on the Essex and Hertfordshire border, with a lot of green space between its neighbourhoods. Check opening times before you go.
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First date ideas in Harlow
Three easy places to meet someone new in and around Harlow. Check opening times before you go.
Harlow Town Park
A large public park in Harlow with lawns, a lake and open space. Free to enter and good for a long stroll.
The Water Gardens
A listed public garden in the centre of Harlow with pools, fountains and paths. Free to enter and calm on a dry day.
Parndon Wood Nature Reserve
A woodland reserve near Harlow with paths and ponds. Free to walk, so wear sturdy shoes.
Around Harlow
Neighbourhoods and nearby towns: Harlow town centre, Old Harlow, Sawbridgeworth, Roydon and Potter Street.
Getting there: Harlow Town and Harlow Mill stations are on the West Anglia line, with trains to London Liverpool Street and Cambridge. The M11 and A414 are the main roads.
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Questions about dating in Harlow
What is a good first date in Harlow?
There are plenty of easy options: a walk in Harlow Town Park, a stroll through the Water Gardens and a visit to Parndon Wood. Choose somewhere public, keep it short and check opening times before you go.
How do I get to Harlow?
Harlow Town and Harlow Mill stations are on the West Anglia line, with trains to London Liverpool Street and Cambridge. The M11 and A414 are the main roads.
Can I join Silver Gay Singles from Harlow?
Yes. Creating a profile is free, and you can say where you live. Silver Gay Singles covers the whole UK, so you can look at other towns too.
Is it safe to meet someone from online dating in Harlow?
Meet somewhere public, tell a friend where you are going and keep the first date short. Our guide to dating safely has more tips.