Dating & relationship advice from professional matchmakers.
Discover expert dating and relationship advice from the professional matchmakers at Ignite Dating. From understanding relationship compatibility and navigating modern dating trends to building confidence and finding meaningful connections, our latest insights are designed to help you approach dating with greater clarity and find lasting love.
Tips for dating as a single parent
Dating can be complex no matter what your situation, but dating as a single parent can feel even tougher. Whether it’s because your confidence has taken a nosedive, your children take up most of your time or you’ve been put off by the stigma attached to dating as a single parent, throwing yourself back into the dating world can be a daunting prospect.
7 Virtual Date Ideas and the Apps That Can Bring You Together
With the UK on lockdown for the foreseeable future, technology and apps are playing a huge part in keeping us all connected to one another.
Tips for dating during the Coronavirus
The recent lockdown means people have A LOT more time on their hands and not being able to go out and socialise in person has forced thousands to find comfort in their smartphones. And guess what? Dating agencies and apps have seen a huge influx in people looking for love and companionship during these strange times.
Dating after 40 - The 8 mistakes you need to avoid
There’s no denying that dating after 40 is a different experience. You're not as young and carefree as you were in your 20s, you may well have gathered some baggage in your 30s and the dating world is a different place than it once was. But at the end of the day, who knows you better than you?!
Why it’s important to be open-minded about dating
From a young age we begin painting a fairytale picture of our ideal mate in our heads, over the years we add or tweak their personality a little to match our own, but the new version rarely strays far from the original.
Perfect first date venues in London
There are 9.3 million people in London and you just want to meet one great person to share your life with - is that so hard to ask?! Of course, you can always download the latest app or attend one of the hundreds of speed dating events that take place across the city every week, but how much can you really get to know about someone in five minutes?
5 of the biggest problems with online dating
Online dating can be an easy way to meet potential partners and with an estimated 91 million people worldwide using dating sites and apps, you certainly won’t be stuck for choice of potential suitors. But as with everything online, this type of dating doesn't come without its risks and the problems of online dating continue to affect thousands of unsuspecting users.
5 Great First Date Venues In Birmingham
Birmingham has a population of over 1.2 million people and it is one of the most culturally diverse regions in the UK! Which is great news is you're looking for love in the city. In fact, in 2017 Birmingham was voted the best place to find ‘the one’ in the UK.
Ready to take the leap? Why you should make 29th February the day you sign up to find love
Have you heard of Bachelor’s Day? This old Irish tradition states that every four years on the 29th February, the 366th day of the year, it’s time we turn the traditional proposal on its head as women are encouraged get down on one knee and pop the question.
15 Ideas For Memorable First Dates
When it comes to organising your first date, the easiest option is usually to arrange to meet at your favourite pub or bar, and enjoy a bit of liquid courage while you get to know one another...
Dating in London is hard - here are 6 tips for dating in the capital
With a population of around 8.9 million people, you’d think finding love in London would be like shooting fish in a barrel, although much more romantic and with (hopefully) fewer fish involved.
Top 5 First Date Venues in Manchester
Are you looking for love in your city? Maybe you’ve signed up to the latest dating apps, you're looking to join a dating agency in Manchester or you're just about ready to hire a giant billboard in the city centre like (the very creative) Mark Rofe did. For many, finding love in this bustling city can feel like searching for that proverbial needle in a haystack....
Dating after divorce
If the last time you were active in the dating scene you were dancing to Mr. Loverman, sipping Archers & Lemonade whilst making eyes at the cute guy across the bar, then the bad news is that the dating scene has changed. With people working longer hours, and the advent of the internet, we no longer socialise the way we used to.