We tried dating in university buildings

Dating can get really expensive in Edinburgh.

Honestly, who has the money to take their date out to Nando’s every single week?

So we tried out dating on campus, because you really can’t get cheaper than that.

David Hume Tower

The best thing about being in DHT is not having to see DHT.

The views are fantastic, but the eerie post apocalyptic vibe of the 13th floor may not ignite conversation.

make sure you keep an eye out for zombies in this place

Amenities include receptionist, gas central heating and automatic doors.

Chrystal Macmillan Building

This building made it difficult to find the perfect spot, but we had a stroke of luck on the second floor.

not quite Chrystal, but they’ll suffice

Before us were left over pastries, juice and coffee from some sort of conference.

Free food always tastes better anyway

We pretty much dined like royalty. Had the university provided oysters you could have though it was trying to get us laid.

We at recommend Chrystal Macmillan for a visit after lunch time, for the possibility of your own free banquet.

Appleton Tower

Another 60’s shocker with equally great views.

might as well be on the roof

The only downside is that you can see DHT.

We recommend an evening date for this one to avoid this issue.

King’s Buildings

We didn’t forget you.

where even am i

We waited, and waited, but buses aren’t glamorous, so if you’re looking to impress give KB a miss.

Teviot

A typical student favourite, but why fork out when you can eat in a private room for free?

Make it look like you’ve spent some dough and dine in Teviot’s debating hall.

got the crew in the background setting up for the EUSA president awards

And if the date is an absolute failure, world famous nachos are only seconds away.

Talbot Rice Gallery

We were rejected from the infamously gorgeous Playfair Library Hall.

So we got lost in the Old College and found out the University has an art gallery.

who needs the big cheese?

Tunes were aplenty, and coupled with some groovy lighting, we’d choose Talbot over P-row any day.

If conversation runs dry, tune into Bargain Hunt from 12.00 til 13.00

Talbot Rice Gallery, you are Tab approved for a Uni building date.

two thumbs up