Ignite candles are truly stunning – the level of detail and creativity that goes into each one makes them feel like a piece of art. Not only do they look amazing, but the fragrance is absolutely divin... See more
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Ignite Candles wasn’t born in a boardroom or brainstormed over lattes. Nope — it began in bed. Literally. Our founder was a full-time headteacher with a packed schedule and a passion for education — until long COVID brought everything to a screeching halt. Body said “nope,” but the brain said “I’m still here, pal.” With muscles on strike but the mind flickering like a stubborn tealight, something had to give. Enter candle making. What began as a way to keep the mind glowing during recovery quickly turned into a full-blown wax addiction. Scents were tested. Wicks were wicked. The kitchen looked like a waxy crime scene. But slowly, through trial, error, and singed eyebrows, the flame of a new purpose was lit. Fast forward a few years and a big move from Yorkshire to Hartlepool, and we opened our first shop in September 2024. Not just any shop — a dream fully melted and poured into reality. Along the way, we even convinced mum to move up from Wales and join the madness. Now we’re proudly a family-run business, powered by love, caffeine, and dangerously strong opinions about fragrance notes. Thanks to a game-changing innovation grant (and a whole lot of graft), Ignite Candles is now in full glow. We’re proof that even when life blows out your flame, you can relight it — preferably with something that smells like rhubarb & custard or “freshly baked nostalgia.” So if you’re into weirdly wonderful scents, lovingly hand-poured chaos, and candles with character — you’re in the right place.
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Wowsers
Wow, just wow. Asked a couple of questions before ordering and got very quick, personable answers.
Order came very quickly. Everything was securely packaged and oh my goodness the aromas that hit you as soon as the box is opened. I went quite giddy, excitedly unwrapping every candle. Getting everyone to sniff each one individually. Love them all. The whipped ones look almost too cute to burn
The candle is beautiful.
The candle is beautiful and I havnt lit it yet so don't know about the smell.
Loved the scratch and sniff bear incorporated in the candle. Looks amazing. Thank you. So glad I signed up for a monthly subscription.
Quirky, fun and best quality candles ever.
Discovered the brand after attending a candle making workshop. The candles look stunning and smell amazing. The scent lasts. They also do some quirky scents like dettol which seem like a strange choice but it really does work.
Amazing fabulous products
These candles smell amazing I did need to contact them with a problem I had and it t was dealt with promptly - I got the rhubarb and strawberry candle amazing you feel like you could eat it it looks so good - I also purchased a wax melt bouquet this is just as fabulous - I will definitely shop here again thank you
Good value for money
These candles are beautiful and has a great range to choose from with gorgeous aromas. Well worth joining the club.
Wow! Absolutely amazing candles!
Wow! So glad I came across Ignite candles whilst scrolling, absolutely stunning! It’s like an art craft, the effort into each detail is amazing, I almost didn’t want to light my first candle as it was so pretty, like a dessert! Smelt amazing before lighting and even better when lit! Have subscribed to the monthly plan as cannot wait to smell even more amazing scents!
Divine!!!
I have just received my first delivery and am chuffed to bits. Gorgeous candles well packaged and smell divine. Have a mate here who is now looking to place an order. This won't be my last purchase.
Excellent quality and good price
Excellent quality and good price. Candles smell amazing. Very fast delivery. Great seller.
Beautiful candles …
I bought a pumpkin spiced candle from Craig and Donna for the first time last month and it was so beautifully made and presented and well packaged for delivery. It smells wonderful and not overwhelming. So I then ordered two Christmas candles which I received today. Yet again they were packed so lovely and the candles look so
Beautiful I don’t want to light them 😂 even my husband has commented on the remarkable looking and smelling candles when you open the box. Also a little added note thanking me for my custom which is lovely too. I have bought different candles from different companies for many years but this company’s are the best… A big thank
You to you again
Amazing! 'nuff said
The creativity, quality and smell are second to none. As a buyer of many candles over the years these are a class above. Nothing is to much trouble and Craig and Donna have created wonderful displays using my own containers which is amazing. On top of that first class service what is not to love?
Absolutely beautiful with a gorgeous scents!
My nan buys me these candles and I have so many I love them all!! the designs are absolutely beautiful and so are the scents!
Ignite candles
From the start to the finish nothing was to much trouble, I wanted a different candle and they got it for me🙂I would totally recommend this fantastic shop even just for a visit, the smell is amazing and the staff are lovely 😍 👌 x
Pure Magic ✨
Well I am absolutely blown away by the sheer amazingness of Ignite Candles.
I have ordered a bulk order for an upcoming event to gift to my lovely colleagues and the attention of detail and stunning creativity of these candles is phenomenal and they smell beyond beautiful. Amazing service, super delivery and just all round a spectacular experience.
Thank you again so much!
Ignite truly sparks joy! 🕯️
Ignite candles are truly stunning – the level of detail and creativity that goes into each one makes them feel like a piece of art. Not only do they look amazing, but the fragrance is absolutely divine and fills the whole house with a beautiful, long-lasting scent. On top of that, the founder, Craig, is such a genuine and passionate person, which really shines through in the brand. Highly recommend!
A really great experience for our…
A really great experience for our candle making session with Craig. We all thoroughly enjoyed it.
This little shop is a hidden gem, well worth a visit and so well stocked with a huge selection of beautiful items to buy.
The banana scent candle I bought smells utterly devine, I love it!
I loved this little gem of a place
I loved this little gem of a place, which we found quite accidentally when visiting the local garden centre !
It’s a little shop but, totally filled with beautiful candle gift ideas, clearly made with love and lots of creativity .
I love that Donna makes the candle creations herself .
I bought two candles for myself on my first visit and had to stop myself from getting carried away as I definitely wanted more as there were so many lovely scents to choose from.
I’ll definitely be back, to buy for myself as well as for gifts for others.
Thank you for a wonderful customer experience Donna (sorry it’s taken me a while to write the review ) .
WOW! Purple Flower Candle Snuffer
Oh wow wow wow. The Purple Flower Candle Snuffer is absolutely gorgeous. It could be an ornament! Will definitely have to put a hook up and make a feature of it! Even came in its own special inflatable packaging! Love it!
Great little hidden gem
Brilliant shop in Hartlepool selling really unique and special gifts. Not just candles but wax melt, burners and lovely little gifts for men, women and older children.
The whole shop smells amazing and they have so many scents, all individually made and so much time and effort given.
Please go in and have a look, I don’t think the pictures on the internet do it justice. Go in, and try it. The staff are happy for the products to be smelt and experienced. Really lovely.

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What an amazing little shop this
What an amazing little shop this. Fantastic selection of candles, the service is absolutely brilliant nothing is too much trouble. Would highly recommend, and will definitely going back.

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