Essential Woman is a curated community for mums who are intentionally putting themselves first again. Through beautifully designed, small-group experiences across London, Birmingham and Nottingham, we create space for connection, confidence and real friendships beyond motherhood.
London Speed Friending Social
Building new friendships Real connection Feel like you again Solo Friendly
Come alone, leave with new connections.
This is your excuse to get dressed up, get out the house, meet new women, and spend a summer afternoon doing something that actually feels fun.
London Speed Friending Social
Think speed dating… but for friendships 💌
We’ve designed this afternoon to make meeting new women feel natural, easy, and genuinely enjoyable. Whether you come solo or with a friend, you’ll be welcomed into a space full of good energy and women open to connecting.
Most women come alone and honestly, that’s what makes it so special.
Time & Location
29th Aug 2026, 1:00 – 3::30pm
Be at One - 348 Old St, London EC1V 9NQ
There’s a seat for you here
The Experience
✨A welcome drink on arrival
✨ Light, guided speed-friending rounds (so you actually meet people)
✨ A fun “Find Your Match” challenge where you’ll chat to different women and match fun prompts on your card
✨ Conversation starters to keep things flowing naturally
✨ Time to mingle, laugh, relax, and enjoy the atmosphere
Think:
“Find a mum with 3 children”
“Find someone who’s recently started putting herself first again”
“Find someone who loves solo dates”
“Find a woman who moved to Birmingham”
It’s playful, interactive, and makes starting conversations feel so much easier.
What's Included
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Welcome drink on arrival
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Guided speed-friending rounds
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Interactive “Find Your Match” social game
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Conversation prompts
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A relaxed summer social atmosphere
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A room full of women open to genuine connection
Think good conversations, a few laughs, and those “I’m so glad I came” moments.
Whether you come solo or with a friend, you’ll be welcomed into a space where connection feels natural and effortless.
✨ Most women come solo, you won’t be the only one
There’s a seat for you here
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