Coppice Cafe at Beacon Country Park

Beacon Country Park, Skelmersdale WN8 7RU, United Kingdom
$$$ Cafe
(78 Reviews)
Price Range £1–10

Coppice Cafe sits within the wide green spaces of Beacon Country Park, offering a straightforward but practical stop for walkers, families, and anyone out for a leisurely day in the outdoors. This café leans into its role as a casual pit stop rather than a destination for gourmet coffee or elaborate meals. You’ll find a modest menu featuring staples like toasted paninis and simple hot drinks, with prices that feel reasonable for a park setting.

The atmosphere is functional more than cozy, with some visitors noting a somewhat plain, almost clinical interior. However, the space offers plenty of room and a mix of indoor and outdoor seating, making it adaptable for both quick breaks and longer rests. On sunny days, the outdoor tables are a welcome spot to relax with a drink while watching kids play nearby — the café is well integrated with playgrounds and wide park paths that naturally draw families and dog walkers.

The staff experience appears mixed depending on timing and service moments, so a calm visit might be better earlier in the day or at quieter times. Locals turn up here for a no-fuss coffee and a light bite after a stroll or before heading out on a bike ride through the countryside. The café's connection to the local parks team lends it a community feel, and it’s sometimes used for local events and gatherings, though it’s not a lively social hub.

Overall, Coppice Cafe works best as a practical refreshment spot within an active outdoor setting — ideal for families with children, dog owners, and casual visitors to Beacon Country Park who want a straightforward, affordable café experience without the frills. Mornings and early afternoons on weekends tend to be the liveliest times, especially in good weather when the outdoor seating complements the natural surroundings.

Highlights
Great coffee
Great dessert
Great tea selection
Popular for
Breakfast
Lunch
Solo dining
What they serve
Alcohol
Coffee
Quick bite
Wine
Best for
Breakfast
Brunch
Lunch
Dessert
Seating
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible car park
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Wheelchair-accessible seating
Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Parking
Free of charge street parking
Free parking lot
Parking

Openings Hours

Checking

Monday

10:00 AM - 03:30 PM

Tuesday

10:00 AM - 03:30 PM

Wednesday

10:00 AM - 03:30 PM

Thursday

10:30 AM - 03:30 PM

Friday

10:00 AM - 03:30 PM

Saturday

10:00 AM - 03:30 PM

Sunday

10:00 AM - 03:30 PM

78 Reviews
Diane McNay

02 Jan 2026

Only had coffee. Loads of choice of food. Prices really reasonable

Matthew C

23 Dec 2025

The woman behind the counter can be quite abrupt and rude - telling us they close in an hour when we only wanted a quick coffee. Limited food and drink options. Can do better. Decor in the cafe is a bit ...clinical. Not great.

Michelle McColgan

09 Nov 2025

Lovely cafe, run by friendly staff. A real mix of people and their well behaved pooches.

K Siu

03 Nov 2025

nice + friendly staffs , reasonable priced coffee , drinks , burger , fish & chips . Big room for 2x people , indoor + outdoor seats available. many playful facilities for kids

Mike Flaherty

15 Oct 2025

Delicious coffee and cake. Comfy seating areas and friendly staff. West Lancashire Borough Council Parks and Countryside Ranger Service office on site, too. Cafe and bar area available for functions and events. Seating is available outside with children's play parks close by. Large country park right outside, too.

Alex Taylor

18 Sep 2025

I attended the family fun day with my 2 girls and they absolutely loved it. The entertainment, rides and face painting were very good and mostly free. Great event with friendly staff

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