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EXCLUSIVE: Coleen Nolan's sex confession as she signs up to unusual dating app after split

Coleen Nolan has been single since late last year and exclusively reveals what she thinks about dating again, and why she doesn't want anyone's 'toothbrush in her bathroom' again

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Coleen hasn't ruled out online dating - but has a very specific type in mind(Image: REACH PLC / Alex James)

Loose Women legend Coleen Nolan has opened up about getting back on the dating scene after splitting up from her ex, Michael Jones, late last year. The TV legend had been dating her ex since 2001, but the pair decided they "would rather just stay friends," Coleen said, and they went their separate ways.

After the split, Coleen said: "Its nothing to do with anyone else, its nobodys fault. But Im really busy and when Im not really busy with work Im busy on the farm and I feel personally that I cant give time to everything. We still get along great and hopefully we can continue to be friends, who knows?"

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Coleen struggles to meet the right men(Image: REACH PLC / Alex James)

While she's still officially single, Coleen said she'd "probably date again", but was waiting for the right time - and the right person to come along. "The men I meet are either married or gay, so Ive no hope in the industry Im in, she exclusively told OK!. And I dont go out to bars, unless theyre serving me a cup of tea.

For now, Coleen's focus is her farm - and 30-odd animals - as well as her new YouTube channel which gives viewers a glimpse of the highs and lows of living on a smallholding. With limited time for dating, Coleen doesn't rule out signing up to a dating app to find her perfect match.

Apparently, theres one thats aimed at country folk, called Muddy Matches, so thatll be the one I try when Im up for it, she says.

But whoever I date, Im not sure I want their toothbrush in my bathroom. Ive been in relationships my whole life and Im enjoying having my house to myself, not worrying about anyone else."

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She is now living by herself on a farm - and sharing the experience on YouTube(Image: Instagram/ @coleen_nolan)

Coleen, who was once married to EastEnders actor Shane Richie, followed by musician Ray Fensome, says she doesn't' necessarily miss "sex", but the odd bit physical affection would be welcome.

I do miss hugging and kissing, but not necessarily sex. That said, if I meet him and I fancy him, hes getting it! You cant beat a good snog and theres only so many times I can kiss my boxer dogs crinkly face.

Double dating with her Loose Women colleague Ruth Langsford, who separated from her husband Eamonn Holmes last year, is also not currently an option, she added.

Ruths definitely not going on dates yet. Im trying to force her into it but shes not having it. And I think shed be a terrible wingwoman shed be too severe and say, No, youre not right, get away!"

* Follow Coleen Nolans YouTube account @ColeenNolanOfficial

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