In His Own Words
About him
Friends would describe me as caring, sensitive, creative, intelligent, cultured, openly affectionate, a good listener, able to admit when I’m feeling vulnerable but importantly, equally strong and independent as well. I am mature and reliable and complete things when I say I’m going to do something. And a “people person”, a lover of foreign lands and “outdoorsy”: apparently I do both the “Arty stuff” and the “active stuff” rather well! I recently went on a national paper's blind date to ‘get myself out there’!
I also enjoy art and design, walks on the hills and by the sea, cooking, reading books, films, theatre, gallery’s and museum visits, photography and good food and wine, sometimes with friends, restaurants, coffee shops and keeping active and fit, cycling, but I’m not fanatically about fitness!
I was Head of Department in Scenic Art and Design in London, until Jan this year and now I've moved down to Sussex, freelance designing (museums and exhibitions, gardening design) and maintenance work. I'm also now studying Building Heritage Conservation. I once designed a set for Vanessa Redgrave at the Riverside Studios and have won awards for other designs. And I’ve brought a house in Hastings and gradually renovating it.
I’m looking for a long term relationship. I believe in mutual respect, trust and love with a woman and the maturity of being able to relax with each other. Good, intelligent conversation with each other, chemistry of course, as well as the ubiquitous cuddling on the sofa with the large glass of red!
It would be lovely to be part of a family again, whether that’s together or that you have children I could help to raise and support, or a combination of both, of course! My daughters are 21 now and independent. Two are at University in York, one still at home with mum in Darlington.
If you are looking for a genuine relationship, then it would be great to hear from you
Matt
About his ideal match
The same really, someone who will reflect the qualities I believe in, being a decent human being primarily, left in politics , and caring, sensitive, funny (with a cheeky naughty streak always excites!), creative, intelligent, cultured, relaxed and humane, a “people person” and sometimes “outdoorsy”, as well as a feminine lady, attractive, personality as well as the looks.
Pretence, selfishness and conservative attitudes are a deal breaker for me as is wanting to be ‘one up’ on others, which is not a priority for me!
Humanity, reflection in each other’s values, and a love of nature are.
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About him
Country of origin: |
United Kingdom | |
Location: |
Hastings (Ore), East Sussex, England | |
Gender: |
Male | |
Age: |
55 | |
Star sign: |
Leo | |
Height: |
6' 0" (183cm) | |
Body type: |
Average | |
Looks: |
Attractive | |
Hair colour: |
Grey | |
Eye colour: |
Brown | |
Relationship Status: |
Single | |
Looking for: |
Let's see what happens; A long-term relationship; Marriage | |
Have children: |
Yes, not living with me | |
Want children: |
Maybe | |
Daily diet: |
Eat healthily | |
Smoking: |
Never | |
Drinking: |
Occasionally | |
Education: |
Postgraduate | |
Occupation: |
Self-employed | |
Income: |
Enough | |
Ethnicity: |
White/Caucasian | |
Home language: |
English | |
Other languages: |
None | |
Religion: |
Agnostic |
About his ideal match
Country of origin: |
Anywhere in the World | ||
Location: |
Anywhere in Europe | ||
Gender: |
Female | ||
Age range: |
28 - 48 | ||
Star sign: |
Any | ||
Height: |
4' 7" (140cm) or shorter - 5' 10" (179cm) | ||
Body type: |
Slim; Average; Athletic | ||
Looks: |
Very Attractive; Above Average; Attractive | ||
Hair colour: |
Any | ||
Eye colour: |
Any | ||
Has a photo: |
Non-negotiable | ||
Relationship Status: |
Single; Separated; Divorced; Widowed | ||
Have children: |
Yes, not living with me; Yes, living with me; Yes, living with me sometimes | ||
Want children: |
Yes; Maybe | ||
Daily diet: |
Eat most things; Eat healthily | ||
Smoking: |
Never | ||
Drinking: |
Occasionally; Several times a week | ||
Education: |
University; Postgraduate | ||
Occupation: |
Any | ||
Income: |
Solvent; Enough; Comfortable; Wealthy | ||
Ethnicity: |
Any | ||
Home language: |
Any | ||
Other languages: |
Any | ||
Religion: |
Any |
- Not important at all
- Slightly important
- Moderately important
- Decidedly important
- Non-negotiable
More about him
Sense of humour: |
Light-hearted |
Intelligence: |
Intelligent |
Ruled by: |
Opportunity |
Personality traits: |
Adventurous; Ambitious; Easygoing; Faithful; Funny; Generous; Happy; Independent; Intelligent; Loving; Loyal; Optimistic; Philosophical; Quiet; Thoughtful; Trustworthy |
Valued qualities: |
Celibacy; Chemistry; Compassion; Contentment; Devotion; Faithfulness; Friendliness; Honesty; Hope; Humility; Humour; Kindness; Patience; Sexiness; Tolerance |
Fashion sense: |
Contemporary (I'm cool, but I don't need labels) |
Hair style: |
Medium |
Eyesight: |
I wear glasses and contacts |
Facial hair: |
I'm clean-shaven |
Body hair: |
Hairy chest only |
Disabilities: |
I have none |
Body art: |
I don't have any |
Date activities: |
A movie; A picnic in a park; Dinner at a restaurant; Going to the theatre; Meeting for coffee; Meeting for drinks; Going for a walk; Visiting a gallery; Going to a museum |
Music preferences: |
Blues; Broadway / Theatrical; Classical; Jazz; Latin; Opera; World |
Reading: |
I read books regularly; I read magazines occasionally |
Books: |
(Auto)biographies; Fiction; History; Non-fiction; Travel |
TV habits: |
I tend to watch cultural programmes |
TV programmes: |
Comedy / Sit-coms; Cooking / Baking; Documentaries; Dramas; Educational; Movie Channels; Nature/Wildlife |
Movie frequency: |
Occasionally or irregularly |
Movie preferences: |
Action; Adult; Art Films; Cult Classics; Documentary; Drama; Independent; Mystery; Romance; Westerns |
Interests: |
Cooking; Gardening; Healthy living; Painting; Photography; Reading; Sculpting; The arts |
Sport involvement: |
An active participant |
Sports: |
Archery; Camping; Canoeing; Cycling; Golf; Hiking; Mountain biking; Sailing; Swimming; Walking; Weight training; Yoga |
Cooking: |
I really enjoy cooking |
Food: |
Chinese; French; Gastro Pub; Greek; Indian; Italian; Japanese; Thai |
Go Out to Eat: |
I only eat out on special occasions |
Dietary Restrictions: |
I have none |
Pace of Life: |
Organised |
Time at work: |
I always put in overtime |
Pastimes of choice: |
Visiting a museum or gallery |
Time online: |
I'm on for an hour or two a day |
Take drugs: |
Never |
Family size: |
I've got a brother |
Relationship Type: |
I'm just plain single |
Willing to Relocate: |
I'd consider it |
Animals: |
I like animals |
Pets (Like): |
Dog(s) |
Turn-ons: |
Dancing; Flirting; Intelligence; Long hair; Showing affection in public |
Turn-offs: |
Body piercing(s); Sarcasm |
Work aspirations: |
I already have my ideal job |
Religious attendance: |
Doesn't apply |
Dream home: |
On a beach |
Politics: |
Left of centre |
Feelings about using MySingleFriend: |
Nervous; Curious; Optimistic |
Honesty: |
Extremely |