About Our Town
West Lancashire College is situated in the heart of Skelmersdale, a modern and vibrant town with a rich history dating back to Roman times. Combining a strong sense of community with excellent transport links across the North West, Skelmersdale provides an ideal location for students to learn, develop new skills and prepare for their future. With a range of local amenities and easy access to major towns and cities, it offers a welcoming and supportive environment for college life.
Welcome to Skelmersdale!
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.
There are a number of exciting things to do!
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Beacon Country Park
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The Concourse Shopping Centre
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Capitol Cinema
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Combat Paintball
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Bannatyne Health Club
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Nye Bevan and Park Pool
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Tawd Valley Park
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Coronation Park
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Ormskirk Market
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Ruff Woods
