‘We’re all about dating wisely’

Hattie Webb started Hoot Singles, which puts on Christian singles nights, in 2024 without any previous experience in the industry. She spoke with our editor, Tola Doll Fisher, about how it began and her ongoing vision for it

Tola-Doll Fisher (TDF): Why and how did you start your business? 

Hattie Webb (HW): I started it to help single Christians meet each other in a fun and informal way. It is still a side hustle alongside my full-time consultant job. I started it in February 2024, when I ran my first Christian singles night in London. I sold 45 tickets, and it was a huge success. That’s when I realised God was really doing something! That first singles night was called ‘Christian Singles Night’ because I couldn’t think of anything else. When I promoted the event on WhatsApp I said (without much thought): “Don’t miss out, it’ll be a hoot!” And it stuck! Owls are known for being wise and we’re all about dating wisely so I guess that’s a happy link. And I like that it’s fun. Dating should be fun and enjoyable.