CHILDREN were mesmerised when an eight foot mechanical talking giant came to Halton.

Titan the Robot attracted almost 17,500 visitors to Widnes Market on Saturday.

The metal monster has appeared around the world with big names such as Rihanna, Will.I.Am and Robbie Williams.

Widnes Market manager Ian Goodall said: “Titan the robot amazed the crowds with amusing antics and dancing.

“Traders and the public enjoyed the shows.”

Titan sang and cracked jokes with shoppers.

Huge crowds gathered to watch him perform.

Halton Cllr Ron Hignett, board member for physical environment said: “Titan was part of a summer of events at Widnes Market to attract customers old and new.

“We hope people coming to the market for events will come back again and again.”