Dating apps failed her — now Janice Byrne is heading to Bantry in search of love

After years of dating app disappointments, one Dublin woman is hoping a weekend of speed dating and matchmaking changes her luck

Janice Byrne: 'There seems to be a stigma around your age once you’re over 40, making it much harder to meet someone.' Picture: Gareth Chaney

While some are looking for a match made in heaven, Janice Byrne has her sights set on Bantry as she prepares to join hundreds of others travelling to the West Cork town in search of love.

After becoming disillusioned with online dating after several failed attempts to find love, the 48-year-old is bravely ditching the algorithm in favour of real-world connections.