About Kirkwall
- About 7,200 people live in Kirkwall.
- It lies in Scotland.
- London, the largest city in the United Kingdom, is about 528 miles away.
- Close by: Thurso (34 miles) and Wick (38 miles).
Dating by city / United Kingdom / Scotland / Kirkwall
Dating in Kirkwall
Looking for a date, something serious or new friends in Kirkwall? Create a profile and you could be the first local on this page.
A first date in Kirkwall
From Kirkwall it is perfectly normal to suggest meeting in a bigger town nearby. People here do it all the time, and neither of you has to worry about running into the neighbours.
Staying safe
- Meet in busy public places and tell a friend where you are going.
- Never send money to people you met online.
- Report and block anyone who makes you uncomfortable.
Dating in Kirkwall: questions and answers
Who can I meet near Kirkwall?
You set the distance yourself in the filters, from 5 miles up to 300 miles — or choose “Any distance”.
Is there a free dating site in Kirkwall?
Yes, completely. Nothing on YADate is paid, in Kirkwall or anywhere else: you can browse, like, write first and send voice messages or gifts without a subscription or credits. Daily caps exist only to stop spam: up to 40 new conversations a day, for example.
Are the singles around Kirkwall real people?
YADate never creates fake profiles or writes on behalf of people who don't exist. A moderator checks every photo before it appears, every member confirms an email address, and any profile can be reported. If someone asks for money or rushes you onto another app, report them — a moderator will look into it.
Can I date someone from outside Kirkwall?
Yes. Pick any other city in the filters, at home or abroad, and YADate shows the people there.
Nearby towns and cities
Dating tips
Profile & photos
How to write a profile that gets replies
Your profile is your first hello. How to write a few honest lines and choose photos that make people want to start a conversation.
First messages
First messages that actually start a conversation
“Hi, how are you?” rarely gets far. How to write a first message that is easy and pleasant to answer — with examples you can adapt.
First dates
First date ideas that are easy and safe
The best first dates are short, public and relaxed. Ideas that leave room to talk — plus simple safety habits that let you enjoy the meeting.