Bringing People Together Since 1983

Your Trusted Dating Agency

The County Register offers award-winning, bespoke matchmaking. With over 40 years of experience, our team of expert matchmakers are dedicated to creating meaningful connections.

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Bespoke Matchmaking

An Award-Winning Dating Service

What sets us apart? Our award-winning bespoke matchmaking service delivers personalised and confidential introductions. Our dedicated matchmakers guide you towards genuine, lasting relationships.

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    Discerning Matches

    Intellectually Aligned and Thoroughly Vetted.

    We meticulously vet matches for intellectual compatibility, emotional maturity, and proven background. This ensures introductions of exceptional quality, fostering confident connections.

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    Personalised Coaching

    Tailored Strategies for Your Dating Journey.

    Our personalised coaching refines your approach, offering strategic insights and tailored guidance to elevate your dating journey.

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    Authentic Personal Photography

    Capturing Your Essence for Lasting Impressions.

    We provide authentic photography to showcase your genuine essence, creating compelling visual introductions.

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    Absolute Confidentiality

    Your Privacy, Our Utmost Priority

    Your privacy is paramount. We guarantee absolute confidentiality, with secure handling of all personal information. Nothing is ever online.

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    Verified Single Status

    Commitment-Ready Connections.

    We verify single status, ensuring you connect with individuals seeking genuine, committed partnerships.

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    Dedicated Matchmaking Counsel

    Expert Support at Every Step.

    Our dedicated matchmakers offer expert counsel at every stage, guiding you towards a meaningful, lasting partnership.

Our Approach

Personalised, In-Person Matchmaking

We offer a highly personalised, traditional matchmaking experience. Clients receive dedicated, confidential service from our experienced matchmakers, with flexible meeting options to suit their preferences.

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A client during a matchmaking interview, surrounded by Heather, Tracey and Karen - our expert matchmakers
Matchmaking since 1983

Heritage of UK Matchmaking Excellence

With the ongoing support of our founder, Heather Heber Percy, we provide the UK's most experienced matchmaking service. Clients benefit from personalized guidance and the assurance of our proven success in fostering lasting partnerships.

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Ensuring Your Peace of Mind

We provide a secure and confidential matchmaking experience. All prospective matches undergo thorough interviews, profiling, and ID verification, offering you complete assurance in your introductions.

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Exclusively Offline

Your Privacy, Our Priority

We provide a secure, offline matchmaking experience. Every member undergoes rigorous verification, including LexisNexis screening, ensuring complete confidentiality. Your profile and images remain entirely private, guaranteeing a discreet and secure journey.

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  • Absolute Discretion
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  • Dedicated Matchmaker Support

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Industry-Leading Dating Agency: 2x "Dating Agency of the Year"

The County Register is a multi-award-winning agency, recognised as "Dating Agency of the Year" for two consecutive years. Our highly successful team boasts numerous accolades.

Dating Options AWARD 2022 DATING AGENCY OF THE YEAR
Dating Options AWARD 2023 DATING AGENCY OF THE YEAR
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Exclusive Access: A Diverse Pool of Eligible Matches

Your dedicated matchmaker draws from the UK's largest database of eligible singles seeking genuine, long-term relationships. Each match is carefully selected to meet your specific criteria.

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"David had an interesting career and is good company, we both enjoy spending time together, he also has a great sense of humour which is so important as we get older and are able to laugh at ourselves! Living alone can be lonely, so, thank you for the introduction which has brought happiness to my life."
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Our Legacy

Four Decades of Matchmaking Excellence.

Founded in 1983 and guided by Heather Heber Percy, our agency provides access to an exclusive network of highly eligible singles.

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  • 2024

    Voted the Best Dating Agency of the Year Again in 2024

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  • 1983

    Two young mums meet outside the school gates in Ludlow, Shropshire and decide to create a matchmaking service for farmers and country folk.

Tailored Matchmaking Packages

We offer a selection of bespoke membership packages, designed to provide a personalised matchmaking experience for every client.

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The UK’s Best Known Matchmaker

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Heather Heber-Percy: the UK’s Best-Known Matchmaker

Heather Heber-Percy, a celebrated figure in the UK matchmaking scene, is the Chairman of The Dating Agency Association and the visionary founder of The County Register.

Founded over four decades ago, The County Register continues to uphold the values and standards set by Heather. As a leading dating agency, it offers a selective, confidential, and highly personalised approach to matchmaking.

Heather's unwavering commitment to personalised service is evident in every aspect of The County Register. Each client is treated with respect and care, and their individual needs and preferences are carefully considered. In an era where impersonal online dating dominates the scene, The County Register stands out by providing a bespoke matchmaking experience.

Heather continues to influence the evolution of The County Register. Our team of matchmakers and membership advisers value her wisdom, knowledge and understanding.

Passionate Experts, Personalised Matches, Lasting Connections

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Tracey

Membership Adviser

Zoe

Membership Adviser

Karen

Executive Matchmaker

Lucy

Executive Matchmaker

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Real Client Experiences

Genuine Matchmaking Success

Read authentic testimonials from clients who found lasting relationships through our dedicated matchmaking service. Your journey to finding genuine love begins here; contact us for a confidential consultation.

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We thought we would drop you a note to say we are enjoying spending
lots of time together and are beyond excited for our future together.
You introduced us. We are meant for each other and feel like soulmates.
The timing was right for us both.
Thank you for your lovely intuition and matching us

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Premier Matchmaking

Connecting Elite Singles Across the UK

While our bespoke matchmaking services span the entire UK, we specialise in connecting discerning singles within the most prestigious locations, including London and the Home Counties, the Cotswolds, and select Northern regions.

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Nationwide Matchmaking

Connecting Singles Across the UK

Our dedicated matchmakers provide personalized matchmaking services throughout the UK, ensuring access to exceptional singles in every region. Explore our featured locations:

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Love & Compatibility: The Science Behind the Perfect Match

The Science of Love and Attraction You may wonder what makes two people fall in love. The topic of what love is and how it can be sustained has captivated the thoughts and musings of humans for centuries, with poets and philosophers attempting to capture the true essence of romantic attraction and lasting love.
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Cognitive Biases in Dating: How Matchmaking Can Help

In the complicated world of modern dating, we may believe we are making rational choices about potential partners, when what we decide is often heavily influenced by our own biases. Bias can lead to decisions being taken that can easily lead us astray in our quest to find love.
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The Origin of Valentine’s Day: Where Did It All Begin?

With Valentine’s Day fast approaching, it brings different feelings for different people. For some, it signals the arrival of spring and the promise of new love. For others, it’s just another day on the calendar.
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