I’m a 42-year-old man based in the north of England. I’m intelligent, sensitive, confident, caring, and traditional. I’m looking for a younger woman whom I can guide, support, and look after. I’m not looking to rush into anything and would be happy with friendship to begin with, but ideally I’m looking for a real-world long term relationship in due course.

I’m generally happiest in a relationship when I’m looking after and protecting my partner. Using the experience and confidence I’ve developed over the years to guide her, helping her to feel safe and secure, and helping her to become the person she wants to be. I fit well with women who are anxious or overthinkers, because when we reach the stage that you trust me to take some of those worries off your shoulders, it allows that part of your mind to switch off, perhaps letting you truly relax and feel safe for the first time.

It’s not solely about age, it’s more about the dynamic - so I don’t really mind about your age, but I think it more naturally happens with a younger partner. It’s about being with someone who wants her boyfriend to be a guiding force in her life, a man she can grow to trust and respect and give herself to completely, a man who takes the lead and is caring, affectionate, and supportive, as well as firm and stern with her when necessary.

I’m 1.85m tall, about 78kg, with dark brown hair. I’m in decent shape and people generally tell me that I’m attractive and look younger than my age. I love books and would happily spend evenings curled up on the sofa together reading and cuddling. I love the theatre and films, live music or comedy, and country walks. I’m naturally a little reserved, but also sociable and adventurous. I’m down-to-earth, calm, grounded, and sensible. But I’m also light-hearted and I love to laugh. I’m not into casual encounters. I value integrity and honesty and have a firm sense of right and wrong. I'm enormously patient and have always found shyness attractive - I’m always happy to take things as slowly as my partner needs.

I tend to be attracted to slim, feminine women. Someone intelligent, caring, sensitive, and thoughtful, who can see the funny side of life. Someone who is my intellectual equal but who also wants to be able to give up certain responsibilities to her partner. I prefer women who are on the quieter side. I find shyness and introversion far more attractive than arrogance or extroversion. I don’t mind if you are nervous or inexperienced - I would be happy to gently take the lead and help guide you.

Ideally you’ll live in the UK or Europe. Single people only please. I’ll be happy to exchange SFW photos after we’ve chatted for a bit. If you want to know anything else, just ask.

If you think we might get on, please send me a chat request and say hi.