Where Skelmersdale comes together to create, connect and celebrate

Every cuppa, every brushstroke and every friendly hello is part of our town’s good-news story. Pull up a chair, you’re part of it too.

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Community First

Built by local people, for local people

About the Town is your local community magazine, coffee shop and art studio in Skelmersdale. As a nonprofit, we bring people together through creativity, conversation and community projects. Come in for a brew, try something creative or find out what’s happening on your doorstep.

Meet the team

A hot chocolate topped with cream and chocolate in a “Relax” mug

Thursday–Saturday · 10am–3pm

Coffee bar

Pop in for a brew, a bite to eat and a little time for yourself. Come with a friend or settle in while the little ones enjoy our free play corner—there’s a warm welcome waiting at About the Town.

View our coffee bar menu

Thursday–Saturday · 10am–3pm

Pottery painting

Make time for something creative. Choose a piece of pottery and make it your own, whether you’re planning a catch-up with friends, some family time or a relaxing activity for yourself.

Thursday: £5
Friday: £6
Saturday: £6

Book Pottery Painting

Free throughout our opening hours

Just popping in?

Here’s what you can do for FREE whilst you’re here

You don’t need a special occasion to spend a little time at ATT Central. Swap a book, make a card, challenge someone to a game or enjoy a tune on the keyboard. Come with a friend or take a little time for yourself.

Book swap
Card making
Games
Table tennis
Pool
A keyboard for music lovers
Free colouring books for children whenever they visit

These activities are free to use. Food, drinks and pottery painting are charged as usual.

Visitors painting pottery together around a table at ATT Central

ATT Kids Corner poster: a play space for ages 3 and under

Our projects

More than a coffee shop

A brew, a creative session or learning something new can be the beginning of something bigger. Our projects bring people together, offer practical support and create opportunities to feel connected, heard and valued.