The Friday morning sister session of Newton Aycliffe's Friends In Recovery group starts at 10.30am at the Youth & Community Centre on Burn Lane and runs for an hour. Morning meetings suit people who work evenings, have childcare later in the day, or simply want to anchor the start of the day, and they are often a little smaller and quieter than night-time gatherings. The meeting is closed, reserved for people who have, or believe they may have, a desire to stop drinking. A chit system operates, so attendance slips can be signed for court, probation or treatment purposes. The venue offers wheelchair access, attendance is free, and there is no booking; if evenings suit better, the same group meets on Tuesdays at 6.30pm.
Is this meeting suitable for a first visit?
Yes. Although closed, the meeting is exactly for people who have, or think they may have, a desire to stop drinking, and nobody will expect you to speak.
Does the group sign court or probation paperwork?
Yes. A chit system is in place, so signed proof of attendance is available for court, probation or a treatment programme.
Is there wheelchair access at Burn Lane?
Yes, the Newton Aycliffe Youth & Community Centre is listed as wheelchair accessible.
This listing is checked against fellowship meeting feeds. Last verified: 26 March 2026.
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