North Dublin and Fingal

Singles in and around Swords

Swords is the county town of Fingal, a busy town beside Dublin Airport with a medieval castle, river parks and quick access to the coast. For a first date there's a walk round Swords Castle, a stroll in Ward River Valley Park, or a day out at Newbridge House in Donabate. Check opening times before you go.

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First date ideas in Swords

Three easy places to meet someone new in Swords. Check opening times before you go.

  • Swords Castle

    A medieval castle in the middle of town with walls, towers and a lawn. Check opening times before you go.

  • Ward River Valley Park

    A long riverside park on the edge of Swords with paths, trees and wildlife. Free to enter and a good place for a walk and a chat.

  • Newbridge House and Park, Donabate

    A Georgian house with a large park and a traditional farm, a short drive from Swords. The house is ticketed, so check opening times before you go.

Around Swords

Neighbourhoods and nearby towns: Swords town centre, Applewood, Lissenhall, Kinsealy, Donabate, Lusk and Rush.

Getting there: Swords has no railway station, so most people arrive by Dublin Bus, the Swords Express or by car along the M1 and M50. Dublin Airport is close by, and the Dart at Malahide is a short bus or drive away.

Go Dublin Dating covers the whole Dublin area, so you can join from Swords 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 Swords

What is a good first date in Swords?

There are plenty of easy options: a walk round Swords Castle, a stroll in Ward River Valley Park and a day out at Newbridge House. Choose somewhere public, keep it short and check opening times before you go.

How do I get to Swords?

Swords has no railway station, so most people arrive by Dublin Bus, the Swords Express or by car along the M1 and M50. Dublin Airport is close by, and the Dart at Malahide is a short bus or drive away.

Can I join Go Dublin Dating from Swords?

Yes. Creating a profile is free, and when you sign up you pick your area so we can show you singles nearby. Go Dublin Dating covers the whole Dublin area, so you can search other towns too.

Is it safe to meet someone from online dating in Swords?

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.