LIBRARY speed dating is set to return to Orford later this month.

The inaugural speed dating event at the library in Orford Jubilee Neighbourhood Hub on Valentine's Day has been hailed a roaring success - so much so that it will now be held regularly during the remainder of the year.

Around 30 residents looking for love attended the during last month's date.

Livewire's strategic library manager Wendy Molyneux said: "Following the success of our previous speed dating event, we intend to continue to host these evenings as a way of helping to address any potential social isolation.

"Last month's event saw around 30 people who came along to try speed dating in the library.

"Some people came out of curiosity to see what speed dating is all about, some came because they were hoping to find a date and some came simply because they like meeting new people.

"People who attended told us they liked the idea of being able to meet a large group of other singles.

"They enjoyed the opportunity to meet people in a library because it is a safe, trusted environment.

"We did have several matches after hosting our first event, and I am hopeful that I will need to buy a wedding hat before the year is out."

The next speed dating session, aimed at residents in their 30s and 40s, will take place from 7pm on Wednesday, March 27.

Further speed dating evenings - organised by the community librarian team - will then be held on the last Wednesday of June and September, with a December date yet to be confirmed.

Different age groups will be invited to attend each event, which are backed by Time to Read.

The north west libraries authority's coordinator Ian Anstice added: "I was blown away by the success of the last Warrington speed dating event and made sure it was shared regionally and nationally.

"Public libraries do so many wonderful things and it's great to see one more thing added to the already impressive portfolio of things that Livewire libraries do."

Refreshments including wine are available to purchase on the night while admission is free, although booking is essential.

For more information, contact any of the town's libraries.