Tullamore hardest place to be single?

John 187

I been single for too long and tried really hard to meet some-one in this town.

I done clubs, course's, nights etc. Done online dating (it seem not many people from the midland area sign up to those dating website.) and the women are do meet are time-wasters and head wreckers.

I spoken to people who moved to Tullamore for work reasons and they notice how hard it is to meet new people here and glad there married befroe they got here.

Most of my friends are diveded into two. One group who are single (Same poblem as me) and another group who are basicaly marrying their first girl/boy friend's as they know how hard it is to meet some one and see our struggle. Due to fear staying in the one relationship.

So does anyone agree with me? Have you found it hard to meet people living in Tullamore? Any ideas/suggestion?

Dusty87

Nope, im settled now but i cant say i found it any different to anywhere else!!

nickobrien1985

Emigrate to London dude

Bryano11

John 187 wrote: »

I been single for too long and tried really hard to meet some-one in this town.

I done clubs, course's, nights etc. Done online dating (it seem not many people from the midland area sign up to those dating website.) and the women are do meet are time-wasters and head wreckers.

I spoken to people who moved to Tullamore for work reasons and they notice how hard it is to meet new people here and glad there married befroe they got here.

Most of my friends are diveded into two. One group who are single (Same poblem as me) and another group who are basicaly marrying their first girl/boy friend's as they know how hard it is to meet some one and see our struggle. Due to fear staying in the one relationship.

So does anyone agree with me? Have you found it hard to meet people living in Tullamore? Any ideas/suggestion?

People from Offaly are called BIFFOs(big ignorant fcuker from offaly ) for a reason:P

Dusty87

Bryano11 wrote: »

People from Offaly are called BIFFOs(big ignorant fcuker from offaly ) for a reason:P

And theres a reason people with 'no fixed abode' are called knackers.

Bryano11

Dusty87 wrote: »

And theres a reason people with 'no fixed abode' are called knackers.

Goodman:D

Dusty87

Bryano11 wrote: »

Goodman:D

Im just saying:D:P:P

Daisy!

Friends of mine live in Edenderry (sorry if that's not anywhere near Tullamore, I just know it's Offaly!) and they meet loads of people through Macra Na Feirme. If you're under 35 it might be worth looking in to. Not just for the farmers these days, probably more women than men now. All the best.

The Scawgeen

Bryano11 wrote: »

People from Offaly are called BIFFOs(big ignorant fcuker from offaly ) for a reason:P

Well Bryano11 don't keep us in suspense what's the reason ?

gg1

Have you thought of expanding your search beyond the midlands? I know online dating works for lots of people but there's nothing quite like getting out there and actually meeting face to face. I've went to a few organised singles events and got a few dates out of them - no love yet, but you never know! They have been in Dublin but I've meet a few people on them from the midlands.
The company I've used are really personable, it's called www.FirstDate.ie and they organise things like wine tasting and dinner dating.

Good luck with meeting someone.

John 187

Thanks I give them a try!

Publicdiservice

There's a singles event in Kavanaghs Bar Portlaoise on the 31st of March,

as said earlier Macra Na Feirme is a good way to meet people.

Also you said you were interested in sport, there is a new softball team in the midlands. Its a Co Ed team sport, recreational in the main. There will be an open day in April, date to be confirmed but will be posted here, that might interest you.

John 187

Hi thanks I prob go to that. I have date friday night and just joined the phoinex fest group. Thanks again for everybody for thier suggestions sorry for going off on a rant a little.

Dusty87

John 187 wrote: »

Hi thanks I prob go to that. I have date friday night and just joined the phoinex fest group. Thanks again for everybody for thier suggestions sorry for going off on a rant a little.

Best of luck on the date man

LorraineD

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It's new, but for single ppl with similar interests & events.....

Storminateacup

Have been single about 4 months since the age of 15!! Tullamore is definately not a hard town to find people!

Bryano11

Storminateacup wrote: »

Have been single about 4 months since the age of 15!! Tullamore is definately not a hard town to find people!

Defo not hard to fing ugly people :cool:

Storminateacup

I tell ya -- all BEAUTS they were like myself sure

Dusty87

Bryano11 wrote: »

Defo not hard to fing ugly people :cool:

usually what happens when your ugly too;)

Dusty87

Wondering how john is getting on on the date:)

MsJenjers

I'm from Tullamore

John 187

She canceled at the last minute. She said family emergency. But she canceled twice before back in Jan with lame excues (I stop bothering with her after that.) It was her who got back in contact with me and suggested meeting up Friday night. I texted her today and she said eveything was fine, so don't know what to think.

Storminateacup

Aight John - I wouldn't even waste my time. Forget about her, delete her digits and if she contacts you again, tell her to jog on.

She sounds like a headwreck.


*wonders if she knows any of these people...*

John 187

I think I will thanks man. Speed dating thursday night here I come!

Dusty87

John 187 wrote: »

I think I will thanks man. Speed dating thursday night here I come!

Storm is a woman;):D,
But yea, feck it man. Just relax a bit and enjoy yourself. Dont get caught up waiting for her if its been since jan

offaly1

MsJenjers wrote: »

I'm from Tullamore

I'm from tullamore too :-)

Dusty87

offaly1 wrote: »

I'm from tullamore too :-)

im from durrow. But tullamore is in my address. Does that count

Storminateacup

ME 3 - I wonder if I know any of you guys, omg wouldnt be that so weird?


I've met dusty before, but way back before I even knew what the internet was!!!
And I was sitting next to the charlie chaplin dude in the taxi office...

Its weird as hell to think, one of you guys could be someone that HATES me in real life.
ouh!

Crann na Beatha

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offaly1

Storminateacup wrote: »

ME 3 - I wonder if I know any of you guys, omg wouldnt be that so weird?


I've met dusty before, but way back before I even knew what the internet was!!!
And I was sitting next to the charlie chaplin dude in the taxi office...

Its weird as hell to think, one of you guys could be someone that HATES me in real life.
ouh!

I'd say you are safe enough storminateacup, i don't hate too many people;);)

It would be weird if i knew you guys, could be funny either! Oh and dusty, yep I'd say durrow counts as tullamore:D

Dusty87

offaly1 wrote: »

I'd say you are safe enough storminateacup, i don't hate too many people;);)

It would be weird if i knew you guys, could be funny either! Oh and dusty, yep I'd say durrow counts as tullamore:D

ah now, we've our own patron saint and football team, its just the address:D. I reckon we might not know each other but the family's would be.

Fairytale

John 187 wrote: »

I been single for too long and tried really hard to meet some-one in this town.

I done clubs, course's, nights etc. Done online dating (it seem not many people from the midland area sign up to those dating website.) and the women are do meet are time-wasters and head wreckers.

I spoken to people who moved to Tullamore for work reasons and they notice how hard it is to meet new people here and glad there married befroe they got here.

Most of my friends are diveded into two. One group who are single (Same poblem as me) and another group who are basicaly marrying their first girl/boy friend's as they know how hard it is to meet some one and see our struggle. Due to fear staying in the one relationship.

So does anyone agree with me? Have you found it hard to meet people living in Tullamore? Any ideas/suggestion?

I have to agree with you John, it's really hard to get to know people in Tullamore. My partner & I moved here because of his job, he already knew people here so we thought it would be quite easy to adapt, but I have found it really difficult. Some of the lads my BF knows are nice guys but I find it really hard to get to know their girlfriends and female friends, I have tried evening classes, salsa dancing, etc but still find it hard to meet new people.

jimmy11

i agree

tullamore is brutal for meeting women etc...everytime i'm in the clubs the same people are standing in the same place they were 10 years ago when i went harriers

i tend to go to different towns etc to head out its good. and i lived in limerick for some time that was great spot

Dolph Starbeam

Storminateacup wrote: »

I've met dusty before, but way back before I even knew what the internet was!!!
And I was sitting next to the charlie chaplin dude in the taxi office...

Is that what i'm known as now? :pac:

ayflee

As a single woman it's notoriously hard to meet men in Tullamore. Been living here a while now and have noticed that the guys hang onto their guy friends for dear life and will not approach women. Haven't experienced this anywhere else, it seems to be particular to this town.

dylanchloe

Fairytale wrote: »

I have to agree with you John, it's really hard to get to know people in Tullamore. My partner & I moved here because of his job, he already knew people here so we thought it would be quite easy to adapt, but I have found it really difficult. Some of the lads my BF knows are nice guys but I find it really hard to get to know their girlfriends and female friends, I have tried evening classes, salsa dancing, etc but still find it hard to meet new people.

Sorry, I know this is a very late reply to this, but came across this by chance, and have to say, I'm in basically the same position as Fairytale, my other half is from Offaly, we moved here a few yrs ago and I have found it SO hard to get to know people / make friends. Have tried the night classes etc too Have a few friends from work, but don't really go out together etc. Just have to keep trying I guess....

Cherrycola

Tullamore is a notoriously clique-y town in my opinion, and always has been. People seem to stick to the same group of friends they have had since school in some cases and are very reluctant to let new people in. i think its worse for women, as they can be quite bitchy. The girlfriends of your partners mates will always be the worst! Kind of a Mean Girls set up in most groups, and if you happen to be the new girlfriend, god love ya!

Ellis Dee

Tullamore must have changed since the days I lived there (in Henry St.). I was single and that worn our from all the ridin' that I was afraid I'd go up with the window blind one morning unless I was quick to let go of the cord.:D:D

Of maybe I just knew the right way to handle the BIFFO women, being a BUFFALO myself.;);)

John 187

Just saw this thread bump. I have met someone and been going out with her for the past 3 months.:)

An Ri rua

Ellis Dee wrote: »

Tullamore must have changed since the days I lived there (in Henry St.). I was single and that worn our from all the ridin' that I was afraid I'd go up with the window blind one morning unless I was quick to let go of the cord.:D:D

Of maybe I just knew the right way to handle the BIFFO women, being a BUFFALO myself.;);)

Cuts both ways

We look after yere wimmin-folk just fine too. Never leave them frettin either

An Ri rua

This thread sounds like a Midlands or Offaly Boards night out waiting to happen!

Sure why not! Ye don't need to reveal who ye are to each other. That even increases the craic. Just arrange to meet up and sure isn't that instant friends / new acquaintances / connections? Bring a few people each with ye maybe. People who are up for a laugh and either enthusiastic or shy. But not arrogant.

Ladies, some of those 'min' are fonder of their wingmen than they are of women at this stage. Me, I've my own 'little lady' for 12 years and even if i hadn't, I wouldn't be holding the bise' hands hoping to meet a special lady. Its just not going to happen like that.

Crann na Beatha

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Jayjay80

I'm bumping this on the off chance someone might reply!! Just read a few girls comments about making friends being difficult...a move here is on the cards for us this year due to husbands job...I was happy enough but I'm afraid I'll be lonely! I have 2 kids 3 and 8, so that might help...or not?! How have ye been getting on?

retiredhurler

Tullamore is as friendly a town as you could hope to live in jayjay. Moved here a while back and was pleasantly surprised by how open and friendly people are compared to where I'm from. Wife has had the same experience