Alcoholics Anonymous Closed meeting Free — no booking

Balham Three Reads And A Ramble

Every Friday, · 38 Balham High Rd, Balham, SW129AH · Next: Friday 4 September

Checked against Alcoholics Anonymous’s own meeting feed Last verified 11 July 2026

At a glance

Day Every Friday
Time
£ Cost Free
Who can attend Closed meeting — for anyone who has a desire 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
Address 38 Balham High Rd, Balham
Postcode SW129AH

About this meeting

Three Reads And A Ramble meets early on Friday mornings at 7am at the Salvation Army on Balham High Road. As the name suggests, the format opens with three short readings before moving into more open, free-flowing sharing, which makes for a fairly relaxed start to the day. It's a closed meeting, for AA members and anyone with a desire to stop drinking, rather than an open meeting for visitors or professionals. Wheelchair access to the venue has not been confirmed, so it's worth checking with the group beforehand if that's relevant to you. An early start on Balham High Road suits those heading into work in central London straight afterwards.

Common questions

What does the meeting format actually involve?

It opens with three short readings and then moves into general sharing, though it remains a closed meeting for AA members and anyone with a desire to stop drinking.

Is there a cost to attend?

No, it's free and there's no booking required.

Is the Salvation Army venue wheelchair accessible?

Wheelchair access hasn't been confirmed, so it's worth checking with the group in advance.

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Alcoholics Anonymous Closed meeting Friday

38 Balham High Rd, Balham
SW129AH

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