Thanks to the huge number of singles nights in Manchester, people have mixed thoughts about what a ‘Meet and Mingle’ may entail. Given last night Social Circle hosted its annual Mingle party at the Portland Bar & Grill, I thought I would share the thoughts and conversations you have when you attend a Mingle… Continue reading 25 Thoughts you have when you attend a Mingle Party.
‘My Bff is a serial killer.’ The Dark Side of Social Apps
The last few years has seen a rise in social apps, where you can meet new people at the click of a button. It seems a great idea to make socialising easy. But are they really the best way to make new friends? Will swiping right lead you to meeting your soul sister or… Continue reading ‘My Bff is a serial killer.’ The Dark Side of Social Apps
Road Trip Along the North Coast 500 (Part 2)
. There’s nothing quite like the freedom of the open road, and this summer Social Circle took off on a unforgettable road trip along the North Coast 500. In Part 2 of our adventure journal, we took in the rugged coastline as we travelled the final few hundred miles down from Lochinver to the Isle… Continue reading Road Trip Along the North Coast 500 (Part 2)
Road Trip along North Coast 500. (Part 1)
Imagine spending eight days and nights touring some of Scotland’s finest coastal scenery taking in the rugged mountains, tranquil beaches and ancient history, There’s nothing quite like the freedom of the open road, and this summer Social Circle took off on a unforgettable adventure along the North Coast 500. It all began on a… Continue reading Road Trip along North Coast 500. (Part 1)
Lonely Heart? Alone does not have to mean Lonely.
As Love Island finishes and churns out another hot young celebrity couple, it seems that the world is obsessed with coupledom. Despite the rising numbers of singles, we are portrayed as clueless wing-men or crying into our tubs of Ben & Jerry’s night after night. Even scientists say we are so lonely we will… Continue reading Lonely Heart? Alone does not have to mean Lonely.
A Review of our New Website and Brand image.
When Social Circle first started over 10 years ago, we built our brand around fun, friendship and adventure. However, people and businesses mature and evolve and needs change. So, just over a year ago we launched our slick new website so it provided a clear message of who we are. We look back on… Continue reading A Review of our New Website and Brand image.
Want to meet new people in Manchester? I did and my life changed for the better.
Over 10 years ago, I found myself alone in Manchester after my life and marriage fell apart. I took the first job I could. I was a divorced 30-something father-of-two in a strange city with no friends locally. I missed company on a weekend. I realised that had to change and I needed to… Continue reading Want to meet new people in Manchester? I did and my life changed for the better.
Manchester Mental Health Awareness Week and What You Can Do About It
Well, it isn’t technically a Manchester event; it’s nationwide. The subject is just as important here as it is anywhere else in the UK, however. So let’s look at what the week is all about and what we can do in Manchester to help combat the effects of mental health. Founded in 2001, Mental Health… Continue reading Manchester Mental Health Awareness Week and What You Can Do About It