Alcoholics Anonymous Open meeting Wheelchair accessible Free — no booking

Beckenham Bethlem Royal Hospital

Every Thursday, – · The Community Centre, Bethlem Royal Hospital, Gresham Way,, Monks Orchard Rd, BR3 3BX · Next: Thursday 15 October

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

At a glance

Day Every Thursday
Time —
Duration 1hr 30mins
£ Cost Free
Who can attend Open meeting — anyone is welcome, including family and friends.

Getting there

Venue The Community Centre
Address Bethlem Royal Hospital, Gresham Way,, Monks Orchard Rd
Postcode BR3 3BX

Access

Wheelchair accessible

Before you go

There is a very strict no smoking policy in place which covers all of the hospital grounds.

About this meeting

This Thursday night AA meeting takes place at the Community Centre in the grounds of Bethlem Royal Hospital, Monks Orchard Road, Beckenham, from 8pm for an hour and a half. It is an open meeting, welcoming anyone with an interest, whether you want to stop drinking yourself or are alongside someone who does. The Community Centre is wheelchair accessible. Be aware that a very strict no-smoking policy applies across the whole of the hospital grounds, not just inside the buildings. There is no charge and no need to book. Beckenham also has AA meetings on Tuesday and Wednesday evenings if one night a week is not enough.

Common questions

Can I smoke outside before the meeting?

Not on site. A very strict no-smoking policy covers all of the Bethlem Royal Hospital grounds, so plan for that before you arrive.

Who can attend, and is it free?

Anyone can attend, as this is an open AA meeting, and it is completely free with no booking or referral needed.

Is the venue wheelchair accessible?

Yes, the Community Centre in the hospital grounds is wheelchair accessible.

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Alcoholics Anonymous Open meeting Wheelchair Thursday

The Community Centre, Bethlem Royal Hospital, Gresham Way,, Monks Orchard Rd
BR3 3BX

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