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NEBLINA: The World's First Love Train
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What is NEBLINA Friendship?
NEBLINA Friendship is a warm UK friendship and social-events club. Our members are just the kind of people you would like to meet, and they actively want to make new friends across Lincolnshire, Nottinghamshire, Leicestershire & Rutland, Bedfordshire and beyond.
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While some wish to make friends with both sexes, others seek an active social life to keep busy in their free time. Celebrating 19 years of bringing new friends together.
So whether you seek your soul mate, one-to-one individual meets, small group events, car shares to socials, or simply to meet other NEBLINIANS at regional events, there is something at NEBLINA Friendship for you all.
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Between heaven and earth
Between Heaven and Earth. Named for the highest mountain peak in the Brazilian rainforest, often snow-capped.
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Testimonial: Passionate People in Passionate Places
“Great site, clean, bright, colourful. Simple to operate, good selection of events. Easy to navigate around the site to find the information I need. Truly a site from sincere people who care about you the newcomer and the members they help.”
NEBLINA Events
What events can I attend?
NEBLINA Friends meet several times a month at various locations with new locations added as more friends join. If you feel we don't have many events in your area, or you prefer to go to other venues, simply let us know.
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Financial Times
Speed dating? Now it's express dating!
2 December 2006
Juel Motley-Wilcock, who runs NEBLINA Successful Singles of Trent Bridge, matched single commuters as they boarded and alighted trains during the morning rush-hour at Nottingham railway station.
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How does membership work?
We have a wide range of ticket subscriptions to suit all tastes and budgets.
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What events are coming up?
Spilsby Churches visit
- Date
- Saturday 5 September 2026 · 10-4pm
- Location
- Spilsby · Spilsby Churches · PE23
- Type
- Open event
- Cost
- Public Event
- Booking
- Meet via 07737 227 617
Light ploughman’s lunch with pudding at East Keal 12 noon. Old Bolingbroke - ORGANIST AND HARPIST EIRA LYNN JONES performs 2pm-3:30pm on both festival days (5-6th September) A fantastic opportunity to hear Eria play for free "Eira Lynn Jones is a renowned Welsh harpist, teacher, and composer based in the UK. She has gained critical acclaim for her work as a performer, teacher, and composer, showcasing her imaginative programming on both pedal and lever harp. Eira is a founding member of The Juniper Project and has released two solo albums that have received positive reviews. She has performed at various prestigious venues, including the Edinburgh International Harp Festival and the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra. Eira is also recognized as one of the UK's leading harp teachers and has been a guest performer with numerous orchestras and choirs."
Belton House Open Day
- Date
- Sunday 6 September 2026 · 10am
- Location
- Grantham · Belton House · NG31
- Type
- Open event
- Booking
- 07737 227 617
Belton's Community Festival is back for a third year! We’re opening up access to art, heritage, and education once again, with a whole host of activities, talks and demonstrations running throughout the weekend. From dance and art, to music and demonstrations, a wide range of local groups and organisations are coming to Belton to showcase the amazing work they do as part of our local community. Discover more about what’s happening on your doorstep and feel inspired. Grab a treat from one of the food vendors while you explore the variety of stalls on the day. 9-5pm
Candlelit Concert with Canapés
- Date
- Saturday 12 September 2026 · 6 for 6.30pm
- Location
- Spilsby · Spilsby · PE23
- Type
- Open event
- Cost
- £30
- Booking
- 07737 227 617
Annual event in Georgian church. Join VIP members at this annual event. Ring for full details.
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Why join NEBLINA Friendship?
Passionate People in Passionate Places. If you would like to join us, see the Membership page for further information.
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