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Singles in and around Southside
The Southside is a big stretch of the city, from Pollokshields and Shawlands to Langside, Cathcart and Rutherglen, with large parks and a lively food scene. For a first date there's a stroll in Queen's Park, a walk through Pollok Country Park, or a climb up Cathkin Braes. Check opening times before you go.
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First date ideas in Southside
Three easy places to meet someone new in Southside. Check opening times before you go.
Queen's Park
A hilltop park with a flagpole viewpoint, paths and a good view back across the city. Free and public, and a short walk from Langside and Govanhill.
Pollok Country Park
A huge park with woodland, gardens and Highland cattle, on the south side of the city. Free and public, with plenty of paths for a long walk.
Cathkin Braes Country Park
A hilltop country park south of Rutherglen with wide views across the city and the Clyde valley. Free and public, so check the weather and wear sensible shoes.
Around Southside
Neighbourhoods and nearby towns: Pollokshields, Shawlands, Langside, Govanhill, Cathcart, Pollok, Giffnock and Rutherglen.
Getting there: Suburban trains from Glasgow Central serve many Southside neighbourhoods, and the Subway stops at Shields Road, Bridge Street and West Street. Buses cover the rest, and the M77 and M74 are the main roads.
Go Glasgow Dating covers the whole Glasgow area, so you can join from Southside 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 Southside
What is a good first date in Southside?
There are plenty of easy options: a stroll in Queen's Park, a walk through Pollok Country Park and a climb up Cathkin Braes. Choose somewhere public, keep it short and check opening times before you go.
How do I get to Southside?
Suburban trains from Glasgow Central serve many Southside neighbourhoods, and the Subway stops at Shields Road, Bridge Street and West Street. Buses cover the rest, and the M77 and M74 are the main roads.
Can I join Go Glasgow Dating from Southside?
Yes. Creating a profile is free, and when you sign up you pick your area so we can show you singles nearby. Go Glasgow Dating covers the whole Glasgow area, so you can search other towns too.
Is it safe to meet someone from online dating in Southside?
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.