Most of us have a fantastic circle of friends, but expanding our social circle outside this group takes effort, and a bit of courage and time, the latter two of which we don’t always have in ready abundance!

Blind dates can be awkward and embarrassing, and meeting people through the internet is very different to just chatting to them over the web. Women in particular may be wary of meeting a stranger without a well-organised get-out or rescue plan!

If all this sounds a bit familiar, then maybe you should consider joining Hampshire Dining Club.