Outdoor Date Ideas In London

Perfect for those who are big kids at heart, London Shuffle is inviting you and your sweetheart to battle it out on the lanes. Try your hand at the alfresco game before heading to the covered terrace to celebrate (or commiserate) with a cocktail from the Airstream bar.

If you're not ready to commit to bubbling up with your sweetheart just yet then outdoor dinner dates are the way forward. Luckily, that doesn't mean having to shiver your way through the night, as we've created a guide to all the gorgeous venues that come complete with toasty outdoor heaters. 

Vinegar Yard is a sprawling alfresco date venue in the heart of London Bridge. Decked out with toasty heaters for the winter months, this place hosts a selection of street food vendors, from Baba G's to Sugo and Nik's Kitchen.

The ultimate venue for an outdoor date in London, Skylight offers a rooftop ice skating rink, cosy private igloos and steaming jugs of mulled wine. Head here during lockdown to swoon over the mega views and Insta-ready interiors while staying socially distanced.

Looking for a quirky Covid-friendly date idea in London? This scooter tour will see you zooming around the city on two wheels, taking in the sights of Hyde Park, Buckingham Palace and the houses of Parliament along the way.

A quirky date idea for lockdown, Mission: Bomb Disposal is challenging you and your sweetheart to take on a heart-pumping adventure, racing against the clock to track down clues, follow signals and stop a critical threat. 

Putt a competitive spin on your next outdoor date in London by heading down to Battersea Park for a round of mini golf. The 12-hole, all-weather course is decked out with lush greenery and tricky rockeries, and there's even an alfresco café area to grab a drink after.

Promising to raise your dating game to new heights, London In The Sky will see you and your plus one elevated to 100ft for a dining experience quite like no other. Snap some pics, sip wine and chow down gourmet cuisine, set to the jaw-dropping backdrop of the city's skyline. 

Take to the water for your next socially-distanced date in London by climbing aboard Barge East. Found in the heart of Hackney Wick, this gorgeous boozer is lit up by fairylights as dusk falls, and offers gorgeous views of the canal and Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park.  

Seeking out outdoor date ideas for lockdown? Vauxhall Food & Beer Garden is a gorgeous alfresco space, combining live comedy, tasty street food and freshly-poured pints. The urban oasis is home to plenty of toasty heaters for when the temperature drops, and boasts contactless ordering via its own app.

Offering quirky miniature golf courses all over the capital, from London Fields to The Horniman Museum and Gardens, the gang at Plonk know a thing or two about alfresco date ideas. Putt your way through 11 colourful holes, with tickets starting at just £6.

Wrap up warm, grab yourself a bag of popcorn and settle in for a night of outdoor entertainment. These pop-up cinemas are letting you enjoy old school classics and the latest blockbusters underneath the stars.

When it comes to things to do for couples in Lockdown, visiting a swanky rooftop bar seems an obvious choice. Aviary is one of our top picks; offering gorgeous twinkling views, modern decor and a menu of tasty cocktails.

Designed with social distancing in mind, this outdoor treasure hunt kicks off in the glorious surroundings of Greenwich Park. You'll be given a map, compass and series of clues, all of which should lead you to the all-important treasure.

When it comes to outdoor date ideas in London during Covid, there's nothing quite like a rambling walk through the city's prettiest streets. From rural escapes in Richmond to Thameside strolls, we've created a guide to our favourite routes, with the pubs to finish at too.