South and east Leeds
Singles in and around Wakefield
Wakefield is a cathedral city just south of Leeds, with a riverside art gallery, country parks and world famous sculpture close by. For a first date there's a visit to The Hepworth Wakefield, a walk at Pugneys Country Park, or a trip to Yorkshire Sculpture Park. Check opening times before you go.
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First date ideas in Wakefield
Three easy places to meet someone new in Wakefield. Check opening times before you go.
The Hepworth Wakefield
A riverside gallery beside the River Calder, with free entry to the main exhibitions. Check opening times and any ticketed shows before you go.
Pugneys Country Park
A big lake and country park south of the city, with paths round the water and plenty of open space. Wear sensible shoes and check the weather.
Yorkshire Sculpture Park
An open air gallery of sculpture in parkland near Wakefield. Parking is charged, so check opening times and prices before you go.
Around Wakefield
Neighbourhoods and nearby towns: Wakefield city centre, Featherstone, Normanton, Ossett, Horbury, Outwood, Stanley and Sandal.
Getting there: Wakefield Westgate has fast trains to London King's Cross, and Wakefield Kirkgate has trains to Leeds and Sheffield. Buses link the city with Leeds, Morley and Pontefract, and the M1 and M62 are close by.
Go Leeds Dating covers the whole Leeds area, so you can join from Wakefield 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 Wakefield
What is a good first date in Wakefield?
There are plenty of easy options: a visit to The Hepworth Wakefield, a walk at Pugneys Country Park and a trip to Yorkshire Sculpture Park. Choose somewhere public, keep it short and check opening times before you go.
How do I get to Wakefield?
Wakefield Westgate has fast trains to London King's Cross, and Wakefield Kirkgate has trains to Leeds and Sheffield. Buses link the city with Leeds, Morley and Pontefract, and the M1 and M62 are close by.
Can I join Go Leeds Dating from Wakefield?
Yes. Creating a profile is free, and when you sign up you pick your area so we can show you singles nearby. Go Leeds Dating covers the whole Leeds area, so you can search other towns too.
Is it safe to meet someone from online dating in Wakefield?
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.