tadpole.
fatherhood is better with mates who get it. find local dads for friendship, peer support and proper meet-ups — the easy way to make real-life dad friends.
18+ only · UK
how it works
three steps to a new mate
- 01
match with local dads
swipe through dads near you and match when you both say yes. just like-minded fathers — never a dating profile in sight.
- 02
say hi
break the ice in a calm one-to-one chat. no pressure, no performance — just two dads working out if you'd get on.
- 03
meet up
grab a coffee, take the kids to the park, or find something to do together from the activity finder.
built to feel safe
meeting strangers should feel calm, not risky. pick somewhere public, let someone know where you're going, and trust your instincts — we've got the rest.
block, unmatch & report
you're in control. block or unmatch anyone, and report anything that doesn't feel right — it's built in from day one.
platonic, not dating
tadpole is for friendship and peer support between fathers. it's a strictly platonic space, and 18+ only.
your location stays coarse
other dads only ever see your rough area, never your precise location. you choose what to share.
things to do
somewhere to take the kids
a growing guide to dad-friendly places — soft play, parks, cafes, swim classes and playgroups. browse freely, no sign-up needed.
Ashton Court Meadows
Huge open estate with gentle meadow paths and deer to spot.
Bay Bouncers Soft Play
Padded play frames, a toddler zone and proper coffee a few minutes from Cardiff Bay.
Bute Park Riverside Walk
Flat, buggy-friendly riverside paths through Cardiff's biggest city-centre park.
Crumb & Cushion Family Café
Café built around families, with a carpeted play area in full view of the tables.
Forbury Gardens Play Area
Victorian town-centre gardens with a fenced toddler play area.
Free kids' breakfast at Beefeater
Two kids eat breakfast free with every paying adult.
find your people.
it takes two minutes to set up. you could be sharing a coffee with a local dad by the weekend.