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    About our town

    West Lancashire College is situated in the heart of Skelmersdale, a modern and vibrant town with a history dating back to the Roman times.

    The surrounding areas of Skelmersdale include Wigan (8.4 miles), Ormskirk (6.1 miles), as well as Liverpool (16.1 miles) where student life is incredible and gives our students the opportunity to visit universities.

    For those budding golfers, Skelmersdale is home to Dean Wood Golf Club, (5 miles), a top class parkland course set in Up Holland.

    Why choose West Lancashire College?

    At West Lancashire College, we offer a range of full-time courses that have been designed to help you gain the right skills and experience, and have fun whilst studying. Wherever your interests lie, you will learn hands-on skills in outstanding facilities, so you'll be ready to progress into work, an apprenticeship or a degree.

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    Things to do in West Lancashire

    • Beacon Country Park

    • The Concourse Shopping Centre

    • Capitol Cinema

    • Combat Paintball

    • Bannatyne Health Club

    • Nye Bevan and Park Pool

    • Tawd Valley Park

    • Coronation Park

    • Ormskirk Market

    • Ruff Woods

    Keep up to date

    West Lancashire College welcomes local community to Open Event
    20 September 2023

    West Lancashire College welcomes local community to Open Event

    West Lancashire College are delighted to be opening their doors to the local community once again and invite you to attend their first Open Event of the academic year on Monday 16th October 4.30pm-7pm.
    Outstanding Achievement For A Level Learners At West Lancashire College
    29 August 2023

    Outstanding Achievement for A Level Learners at West Lancashire College

    West Lancashire College are thrilled to announce that our students have achieved a remarkable 100% A*-B (including two students with full marks!) in their A Level Extended Project Qualifications (EPQs)!
    Enrolment at West Lancashire College 2023
    18 August 2023

    Enrolment at West Lancashire College 2023

    Are you aged 16-18 or an adult over 19? Enrol with West Lancashire College and read up on what you need to do.