Ground Up - Café at Theatre Porto

03/10/2026

New hours for October!

Starting 5th October, we'll be open:

Mon: 10:00am-2pm
Tues–Fri: 9:30am – 4:30pm
Sat: 9am – 4pm
Sun: closed

Pop in for a coffee, a catch-up, or to have a nose at our updated food menu. We can't wait to see you. 💚

30/09/2026

☕️☕️☕️

30/09/2026

Teachers, school staff, PTA members, governors and parents across Ellesmere Port, Chester and the wider Cheshire area, this one’s for you.

Today is the LAST DAY to book Early-Bird tickets for MOONSMILE at Theatre Porto this Christmas. From 4–23 December, Goofus Theatre bring their beautiful, playful world to Ellesmere Port for a magical Christmas adventure told through puppetry, masks, music and movement.

Created for children aged 5+ and their grown-ups, Moonsmile is a brilliant opportunity to introduce young audiences to live theatre this Christmas. If you work with children and families, or youre involved with your local school, PTA or parent network, we’d really appreciate you sharing this with your community.

Early-Bird tickets end at midnight TONIGHT, Wednesday 30th September.

Please share and help us spread the word across our local schools and families and if you'd like to book directly please email our [email protected]

29/09/2026

New menu items coming soon!

☕ Delicious food, great coffee and a warm welcome at Ground Up!

📍 Find us inside Theatre Porto in Whitby Park, Stanney Lane, Ellesmere Port, CH65 6QY.

Here’s a little look at some of the tasty things on the menu today! 😋 Pop in for a bite to eat, catch up with a friend or enjoy a coffee after a wander around the park. Everyone is welcome. 💚

Every visit helps young people with learning disabilities and neurodivergent young people gain valuable work experience, develop skills and build confidence.

More than coffee. A place to belong.


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24/09/2026

What's On? AW/26 at Theatre Porto

16/09/2026

Sprinkles, smiles and a well-poured latte ☕

There's something about a slice of homemade school cake and a good cup of coffee that just makes the day better. Whether you're popping in for a quick catch-up, seeing a show or celebrating after completing park run we've got the treats to match.

Come say hi - we'd love to see you! 💚

11/09/2026

Starting from Monday - we’ll now be open Tuesday- Saturday.

Back open on Mondays in October!

Thanks for your understanding 💚

Heads up, lovely customers of Ground Up Cafe at Theatre Porto 💚

We’ll be closed on Mondays for the rest of September while we sort out some staff shortages behind the scenes. We’d rather take a short pause than compromise on the warm, unhurried experience you come here for.

We’ll be back to our usual hours on Tuesday and normal Monday service resumes in October.

Thanks for bearing with us - see you Tuesday–Saturday ☕️

07/09/2026

We’re closed today over at Theatre Porto for a team training day! 📚

Thanks for your patience while we work on making your visit even better.

See you tomorrow! ☕️

03/09/2026

After last week’s Family Hangout at the Ellesmere Port Market, we know you’ll all be keen to get back to Theatre Porto!

Just a heads-up that there is NO FAMILY HANGOUT this Saturday, 5 September. After a hugely busy summer, we’re taking one week off before getting back into our regular Saturday rhythm.

We hope you’ve all had a brilliant first week back at school, work and everything else September brings.

Family Hangout returns to Theatre Porto on Saturday 12 September, 10am–12noon – and then continues every Saturday morning all the way up to Christmas.

Come and hang out in the café, kick-start the weekend with games, crafts and story-exploring, and maybe grab a hot drink and a slice of cake while you’re here.

FREE
All ages
No booking required – just turn up and join in.

Find out more:
https://theatreporto.org/family-hangout/

See you back in the building on Saturday 12 September!

02/09/2026

December might still feel a little way off, but now’s a great time to get something magical in the diary - and save while you’re at it! 🌛

This Christmas, Goofus Theatre return to Theatre Porto with Moonsmile - a magical, non-verbal adventure full of music, puppetry, play and a sprinkling of moonlight magic.

Created for children aged 5+ and their grown-ups, Moonsmile is a warm and imaginative winter journey to enjoy together.

Early Bird tickets are available until the end of September, so get your December theatre trip sorted now and save...

Book now:
https://mailchi.mp/theatreporto/early-bird-festive-offer