Inclusive Speed Dating: Mix, Mingle and Match

FAQs

• How does speed dating work?

  Speed dating is like having many mini dates in one night.

  You will:

  ·      Meet someone new.

  ·      Have a friendly chat.

  ·      Talk for a set amount of time.

  ·      Move to the next person.

  ·      Meet and chat with more people.

  At the end, you can choose if there is someone you would like to get to know better.

  If you both choose each other, we will share your contact details so you can decide if you would like to arrange another date.

• How can I make a good impression?

  The best way to make a good impression is to:

  ·      Be yourself

  ·      Listen to the other person

  ·      Ask questions

  ·      Be kind and respectful

  ·      Have fun!

  If you are worried about talking about yourself or finding things you have in common, don’t worry.

  We are running 3 free workshops to help you get ready for speed dating.

• What if I don’t know what to say?

  Don’t worry!

  There will be conversation cards on the tables.

  The cards will have ideas to help you start a conversation.

  For example:

  ·      What is your favourite animal?

  ·      What music do you like?

  ·      What is your favourite food?

  You don’t have to use the cards if you don’t want to.

• What should I wear?

  The dress code is smart casual.

  Wear something that makes you feel comfortable and confident.

  You could wear something you would wear:

  ·      On a first date

  ·      To dinner

  ·      To a nice event

  You can wear a:

  ·      Dress

  ·      Button-up shirt

  ·      Nice top

  Wear what feels right for you!

• Photos and videos

  Photos and videos will be taken at the event.

  We may use these photos and videos to promote our events.

  They may be used on:

  ·      Social media

  ·      Websites

  ·      Other advertising

  If you have any concerns about photos or videos, please talk to one of our team members at the event.

  We will do our best to respect your wishes.

  Please remember that we cannot always guarantee that you will not appear in the background of a photo or video.

• Accessibility

  The venue is wheelchair accessible.

  The workshops and speed dating event will be on the ground floor.

  There will also be a sensory and chill-out area available during the event.

  This is a quiet space where you can take a break if you need one.

  If you have any other accessibility needs or questions, please contact us before the event.

• Tickets

  I registered for a ticket but can’t come anymore.

  If you find out that you cannot come, please let us know as soon as possible.

  This means we can offer your place to someone on the waiting list.

  Thank you for helping someone else have the chance to come!