Alcoholics Anonymous Closed meeting Free — no booking

Akron

Every Friday, – · Holy Trinity Church, Clifton Vale, Hotwells, Bristol and District, BS8 4ST · Next: Friday 16 October

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Checked against Alcoholics Anonymous’s own meeting feed Last verified 28 September 2026

At a glance

Day Every Friday
Time —
Duration 1hr
£ Cost Free
Who can attend Closed meeting — for anyone who wants to stop. “Closed” refers to who the meeting is for, not to the venue; the venue is open and you do not need to be a member to walk in.

Getting there

Venue Holy Trinity Church
Address Clifton Vale, Hotwells, Bristol and District
Postcode BS8 4ST

About this meeting

Akron takes its name from the Ohio city where Alcoholics Anonymous held its very first meetings in 1935, a nod to the roots of the fellowship. This Bristol meeting is held on Friday nights at 8pm at Holy Trinity Church on Clifton Vale in Hotwells and lasts an hour. It is a closed meeting, which in AA means it is for people who have a desire to stop drinking; nothing more is required and nothing needs to be proved. There is no charge and no booking, so you can simply arrive shortly before 8pm. Wheelchair access has not been confirmed for this venue, so check in advance if that is a factor for you.

Common questions

Why is the meeting called Akron?

Akron, Ohio is where AA began in 1935, when its two co-founders first met. The meeting name is a tribute to that history.

Who can attend?

It is a closed meeting, so it is for people who have a desire to stop drinking. Family, friends and professionals should look for an open meeting.

Is there anything to pay or arrange beforehand?

No. The meeting is free and there is no booking. Just come to Holy Trinity Church, Clifton Vale, for 8pm on a Friday.

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Alcoholics Anonymous Closed meeting Friday

Holy Trinity Church, Clifton Vale, Hotwells
Bristol and District, BS8 4ST

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