What’s on
Come for a cuppa. Stay for the company.
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
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.
Our regular programme
Wednesday
Jiggy Wrigglers
A little midweek fun with your little ones. Session times and places are managed by Jiggy Wrigglers—choose a session and book on their page.
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Thursday
One-to-One Art Lessons
£15/hour10am–3pm · One-hour slots · £15 per hour
A little time just for you and your creativity. Explore your ideas at your own pace in a one-to-one art lesson.
Book a place£5 Thursday Pottery Painting
£510am–3pm
Make time for something creative with our £5 Thursday pottery painting session. A relaxing catch-up or a little creative time for yourself.
Book a placePom Pom Making
Free · no need to book11am–12pm
Enjoy a colourful, hands-on morning making pom poms and chatting as you go.
Games Session
Free · no need to book12pm–2pm
Pull up a chair for a game and some friendly company.
After Dark Art Club
£106.30pm–8.30pm
Leave the busy day behind and settle into an evening of art, creativity and good company at About the Town Central.
Book a placeWLBC Employability Drop-in
Drop in · every second Thursday of the month
Next: Thursday 12 November
Drop in for a conversation with the WLBC employability team.
The Busy Bee Breathing Space
10am–12pm · Drop in · first Thursday of every month
Next: Thursday 5 November
Monthly self-care and chat for SEND parents and carers. A little time for you, exactly as you are. Come along to talk, listen or simply take a moment, with coffee, peer support and optional self-care.
About the Town, The Concourse Shopping Centre, Skelmersdale
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Friday
Community Cuppa
Free · no need to book10am–12pm · Term time only
Join us for a Community Cuppa—a free hot drink and a free piece of toast per visitor, with time to sit down, have a chat and enjoy some company. Donations are welcome if you’re able, but there’s no obligation to donate. Friday’s adult arts and crafts runs alongside it. Community Cuppa runs during term time only.
Pottery Painting
£610am–3pm
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.
Book a placeFree Adult Arts and Crafts
Free · no need to book10am–12pm
Take a little time for yourself with our free adult arts and crafts session. Enjoy a relaxed morning of creativity and conversation, alongside our welcoming Community Cuppa.
Finding Your Peace Jigsaw Club
12pm–1pm
Find a little peace, one puzzle piece at a time. Settle in for a relaxed jigsaw session and some friendly company.
LGBTQ Drop-in
2pm–3pm · Drop in · every first Friday of the month
Next: Friday 6 November
A welcoming space to have a chat and spend time in good company.
Saturday
Free Family Arts and Crafts
Free · no need to book10am–12pm
Spend a creative Saturday morning together at our free family arts and crafts session. Make something, have a chat and enjoy some time together.
Pottery Painting
£610am–3pm
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.
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