First Dates

Fred gives some of the daters a flirting masterclass, as a fashion lover seeks a geek with heart, and a smooth-talking handyman gets his ukulele out.

There's a singing star this time and a sax player too. A couple of yachties. And an ex-copper from Essex seeks an alpha male fit to be a king.

Love can strike at any age. Or so we hope. This time features single mum Maisie and guarded Dan, Cornwall romantics Mark and Josie, and gaming duo Joe and Rebecca.

A musical waiter, a Boris-loving singleton and an '80s-obsessed romantic - this time First Dates serves up chaos over a spilled drink, a bit of chemistry and a few curveballs.

A serial dater tries to connect with a tech consultant head-turner, while a tattoo-loving mum-of-three meets a massage therapist with a calming energy.

For the most romantic day of the year, wedding singer Dave seeks a partner for marital bliss. Jade and Genell, meanwhile, have one of the flirtiest encounters ever seen on the show.

Chocolate expert Angus meets glam chocolate-lover Justine. Two fashionistas bond over a shared Harry Styles fixation. And sparks fly when a writer and a rock singer meet.

Jo seeks someone 'feral, but not too feral'. Marina wants a no-sex-before-marriage man.

Can two content creators, or an adventure mermaid and a Sicilian chef, find love?

Will avid reader Jean and crime writer Andy have a happy ending?

BFFs Emma and Dani have disastrous dating track records; will double dating help? Aire from Venezuela wants someone who's 'a bit crazy'. Does colourful-trouser-wearing Mark fit the bill?

Will the flames of passion burn bright for fire performer Hayley and business owner Glen? And can tattoo fan Sarah from Wales find someone who'll take her bins out on a Tuesday?

Mum and son Andrea and Stephan are double-dating: Andrea is looking for a debonair, cultured and passionate man, while Stephan is mainly hoping that his mum won't embarrass him. Seventy-year-old Diane refuses to let age get in the way of love and meets retired trucker and part-time crooner 'Neil the Wheel'. Bagpipe instructor Adam hopes that fellow Scot Conor can bring back his excitement for dating

The first visitor to the new restaurant is no-nonsense Mercedes. And she's got a big secret to tell gamer Greg.

Will a gaming nerd finally meet her 'geeky James Bond'? Can actor Rebecca overcome her First Dates stage nerves? And will an ex-wild thing's tattoos wreck his chances of new love?

Will Natasha's quick wit give stand-up comedian Mani a run for his money? And will it be game over for Nintendo geek Lewis when he reveals his extreme love of gaming to his date?

Maître d' Fred Sirieix re-opens the First Dates restaurant, as more singletons arrive looking for love, including an Essex male escort, an eccentric gas fitter, and a 50-something mum.

Some classic mixed doubles – from twins with mixed fortunes to a pair with a big secret

A look back at dates that didn't quite go to plan, from mishaps to cringe moments.

Thirty two-year-old Sophie needs to find the right guy to earn her trust and tempt her away from the comforts and convenience of living with her parents. She hopes Adam from the Wirral will change her outlook on life. Connor, who owns a collection of brightly coloured ties, is introduced to fellow accessory-lover Kemis, while adventurous 73-year-old Mike is paired with fitness fanatic Coleen, a widow who is ready to meet someone to share fresh experiences with.

It's Valentine's at the First Dates restaurant, and there's an extra serving of romance - for broken-hearted Chris, singer twins Hazel and Brenda, and Saskia and Roisin, who can't stop flirting

Twenty seven-year-old single mother and dog groomer Brenna seeks a man who won’t be put off by the fact she has a daughter. She hopes to find a connection with dog-loving electrician Ross. Twenty-four-year-old party girl Tori is looking for someone to bring a bit of sparkle into her life. She’s matched with 30-year-old beautician Sophie, who’s on the lookout for a life partner. Plus, actress Alice meets 26-year-old cocktail bartender Jac, who is hoping to shake his life up a bit.

Twenty one-year-old post-grad student Madeleine struggles to find guys who stimulate her mentally, and would love to meet a rugby boy who’s marriage material. She’s paired with rugby-playing Tom Hardy impersonator Ewan. Returning to the restaurant after a problem first date is truck driver Paul. His date is 50-year-old fellow Geordie Tracey. Meanwhile, 35-year-old Sophie from York seeks a man who isn’t going to ‘mess her around’.

Becky, a 22-year-old from Bristol, seeks a man who will accept her and her snake. It remains to be seen whether leather-clad Lee from London will prove to be the open-minded guy she's looking for. Paul, a 54-year-old lorry driver from Newcastle, is looking for a woman who appreciates his softer side. He is paired with three-time divorced Ruth - who it turns out is his brother's ex. Plus, primary school assistant teacher Michael struggles to control his nerves for his date with student Imogen.

Cake-maker and self-confessed `princess" Fiona seeks someone `chunky and funky", finding herself paired with recruitment consultant Rakim. Ex-soldier Tristan from Exeter is on a mission to find his perfect woman after being single for four years. Will beach-loving Ema get swept away by his passion for the south west? Twenty-nine-year-old Lewis - whose narcolepsy caused him to fall asleep on a previous date - is paired with DJ Thom, while lager and football-lover Jessica is introduced to fellow northerner and pub-lover Ryan.

Return of the dating show in which singletons meet up with possible partners at a restaurant. First up is Carol, once a Monty Python star, who meets interior designer Keith. Could he be the leading man she's been waiting for all these years? Twenty-six-year-old Charles has never had a girlfriend and is yet to experience his first kiss. Could 22-year-old Freya be the one to change that? With a shared passion for origami, it isn't long before Charles impresses Freya with his talents.

The first of this series' couples bond over a love of Japanese culture, although nerves threaten their chances. A police detective goes on a date with a man who used to be on the force, an actor meets a journalist and Latin ballroom dancer, and an entrepreneur with a flashy exterior and even flashier car is hoping to find someone to settle down with.

Ex-strongman Matt meets midwife Kat, who has a big story to tell. And is David from Portugal the 'upbeat, fun Latino' of Devon housekeeper Luke's dreams?

Beauty queen bricklayer Chloe seeks a girl with grand design for the future. India wants a tall, dark, handsome guy. And financial investigator Sylthea gives her date a grilling.

Can Fred and co rustle up some love action on Valentine's for more hopeful singletons - from a wedding planner to an ex-politician and a West End actor who's looking for a first boyfriend?

Luxury car seller Sam likes his women 'fast and topless'. Is former teacher MJ open to Sam's desire to explore the kinkier side of sex? And black belt Keira meets ex-footballer Max.

Double-divorcee and 'hopeless romantic' Ian hopes it's third time lucky, with Amy. Scientist Gerald meets 'free spirit' Lisa. And will nervous Danny regret his five pre-date pints?

As a new series launches from an all-new Manchester venue, more singletons are looking for love, from a glamorous gran to a parliamentary worker who loves to talk sex and politics

A look back at some full-on first encounters where sparks really did fly. Featuring two lust-struck dancers, a feisty Scotsman, a crucial kiss, and a love of latex.

The showbiz singletons on blind dates are singer Alexandra Burke, Tory MP Michael Fabricant, Esther Rantzen, DJ Roman Kemp, and Gogglebox's Sandra Martin.

A look back at some first dates that didn't go so smoothly - from the counsellor and the producer who couldn't see eye to eye over the bill, to the Disney superfans hoping for a fairy-tale ending

A look back at some of the couples who took a second shot at finding love, from a Persian princess to an 80-something tennis coach, and a self-confessed geek hoping for an epic ending to her story

This trip down memory lane sees how sometimes opposites attract, including an eccentric theology student, a 'Norse God', and two of the naughtiest minds ever to have graced First Dates

This trip down memory lane serves up some classic dates where sparks flew and love blossomed, from two tweed lovers, to an eager octogenarian, and an accountant determined to make numbers sexy.

American beauty queen and PhD student Camille is looking for love with an English gent, and is set up on a date with salesman Richard. Meanwhile, Shannen hopes to find someone to share love and laugher with again after losing her husband to cancer. She meets fellow northerner Daniel, and the pair bond over beer and stories of times spent in Benidorm.

Jamie, a plumber, who hasn't had a girlfriend for years, meets Leigh, who's looking for a guy who's good with his hands. Steampunk enthusiast Joe meets Jess, who used to dress up as a Victorian

Aryeh seeks a man who can handle his big personality. Meryl, a 60-year-old widow, hopes for someone 'with a pulse' who can keep up out clubbing. And two sisters try double dating.

A new crop of singletons roll up to the First Dates restaurant, including a self-confessed party animal seeking someone just as wild, a disco dancer, an ex-Playboy bunny, and a biker daredevil.

Ex-market trader Dave meets Sara, whose previous marriage lasted five days. Trendy Dennis and Chris wear matching trainers. Ruth has come to her date with 'Mike' - her colostomy bag.

'Alpha male' Josh is looking for his very own Kardashian. Is glam 25-year-old Yasmin his match? And will waxing entrepreneur Sherie's Marilyn Monroe dress be a hit with Richard?

Anthony is 31 and has a wild past. He meets Lawrence, who's never been in love and feels his 'dating river has run dry'. Bev meets Howard, a former bank manager with a famous face.

Chloe 'flirts her way through life' and seeks a 'geezer' who can handle her. Is Anthony her man? Dog walker Scearcia has a steamy date with Aurita.

Semi-pro footballer Reece worries that being 5' 4" will stop him from scoring with Ria

A festive edition of the dating show in which singletons meet up with possible partners at a restaurant in the hope of finding love, before deciding whether they want to take things further. This time, former bodybuilding champion Kieran goes on a date with 23-year-old student nurse Abi. Meanwhile, 67-year-old Suzy is set up with Fred, a fellow divorcee who is looking for some excitement in his life, and single mother Amy meets 29-year-old Geordie Scott.