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we are a matchmaking service for intentional singles who are looking for a more personalised way to date.
you shouldn’t have to choose between, apps built to keep you swiping, events that feel like a numbers game, and a matchmaker who is priced for millionaires
so we built graft dating, matchmaking done by a human, at a price that isn’t reserved for the wealthy.
you pay to be introduced to matches worth your time.
with every grounded date thoughtfully planned & curated.
so all you have to do is show up.
graft dating Matchmaking
- Introduction to a matchmaker
- Mandatory ID verification
- In-person discovery meeting with a matchmaker
- Direct line to your matchmaker
- Headhunted across three networks: ours, our matchmakers’, and beyond
- Your date, arranged and booked for you
- 1 introduction guaranteed
- Feedback refines every match after
- No subscription, just pay per introduction
Join the graft dating Network
- Complete a short questionnaire
- Mandatory ID verification
- Your profile is reviewed by a matchmaker
- You may be introduced to clients on our full matchmaking service
- A £25 fee applies only if a match is made
- Your data stays confidential and is seen only by matchmakers
We deliberately don’t run on a subscription model. We believe subscriptions monetise from you staying single longer, we don’t want that incentive anywhere near your love life.
Every introduction is given a grounded, genuine chance. And if there isn’t a spark, we trust it’ll give you the confidence to make organic connections of your own, with or without us.
Five steps from here to the table.
Eligibility call
Before anything else, we check you’re a fit: based in London, and genuinely open about finding a relationship. This isn’t a formality — the people who do best here are the ones who are serious, and we check that from both sides.
ID verification & discovery
Every client is ID-verified, so everyone in our network is genuinely who they say they are. Then we sit down properly to understand what you’re looking for — and what has and hasn’t worked before.
The search
You join the waiting pool and we start looking. We check our existing network first, then headhunt beyond it when your search calls for someone new.
The introduction
When we find someone we think is right, we handle the logistics — venue, time, booking — and introduce you through a blind date.
The date, and after
All you have to do is show up. Afterwards we ask for honest feedback, because every introduction that follows is shaped by what we learn from the last one.
graft dating isn’t for everyone.
This works if you’re…
- Clear on the values that matter to you
- Looking for a long-term partnership
- Intentional about dating someone you can grow with
- Prepared to show up fully for the date
- Ready to make time for the right person
It isn’t for you if…
- You want to browse a catalogue of profiles
- You’re after something casual
- You want a guaranteed match by a set date
The things people ask first.
Is it really a blind date?
Yes. You won’t see a photo beforehand. We tell you where to be, when, and enough about the person to feel comfortable — the rest happens in the room. It’s the part people are most nervous about and most glad they did.
What is a blind date?
A blind date is a prearranged meeting between two people who have never seen one another before, typically set up by a 3rd party, with the aim of exploring romantic potential. Correct. We believe chemistry and compatibility can only emerge in person, not through curated profiles. You won’t see photos or bios, just their name and your date plans, in person at a public venue. This would be based on your answers in the questionnaire. For example, a non drinking activity, novel location, restaurant etc
How do you verify people?
Every client completes ID verification before they can be matched. It’s a short online check that confirms everyone in our network is genuinely who they say they are.
Beyond that, every match is backed by a real conversation. Before any introduction is made, a matchmaker speaks with each person directly — so we’re not just confirming identity, we’re confirming intent. It means we can vouch that the people we introduce are genuine about what they’re looking for, not just verified on paper.
How long until my first introduction?
It depends entirely on what you’re looking for. Some people are introduced within weeks; others take longer because we’re headhunting specifically for them. We’d rather keep you waiting than waste your evening.
What if the date doesn’t go well?
That’s part of the experience, not every match will be magical. But every real life date helps you grow, learn and clarify what you’re looking for. If it’s a no, it’s just one coffee. No hard feelings, no ghosting. You tell us honestly what did and didn’t work, and that shapes the next introduction. Our matchmakers can’t predict real world chemistry, the feedback is what makes the second match sharper.
Is it like speed dating?
Not quite. Speed dating involved meeting several people in one night for a few minutes each, graft dating sets you up on one quality blind date at a time – with someone picked by our Graft Matchmaker. It’s about real conversations, not rushing through them.
Do I have to pay a subscription?
No — and that’s deliberate. Subscriptions monetise from you staying single longer, and we don’t want that incentive anywhere near your love life. You pay per introduction, so if we don’t have someone worth introducing you to, you aren’t paying us. See the pricing and why we work this way →
Do you only work in London?
London is our home network and where we’re strongest. We’re expanding matchmaker coverage into other areas — join the graft dating network and we’ll let you know when we reach yours.