On Friday nights at 7.30pm, Durham's Crossgate area hosts this open AA meeting at Antioch House, 66 Crossgate, directly opposite St Margaret's Church, which makes the building easy to find on foot from the city centre. Being open, the meeting welcomes anyone: people who want to stop drinking, family and friends offering support, and professionals wanting to learn about AA. It lasts an hour, and a chit system operates, so attendance slips can be signed for court, probation or treatment purposes; just ask the secretary at the end. Wheelchair access has not been confirmed for this venue. There is nothing to pay and no need to book, and arriving shortly before 7.30pm is all the preparation you need.
Can I attend to support a family member?
Yes. This is an open meeting, so family, friends and professionals are welcome alongside anyone who has a desire to stop drinking.
Can attendance be signed for court or probation?
Yes. The meeting operates a chit system; the secretary can sign a slip as evidence of attendance for court, probation or a treatment programme.
Where exactly is the meeting, and is it accessible?
It is at Antioch House, 66 Crossgate, opposite St Margaret's Church. Wheelchair access has not been confirmed, so check ahead if that affects you.
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