Alcoholics Anonymous Closed meeting Free — no booking

Belper First Things First

Every Thursday, – · The Cottage Project Methodist Church, Off Chapel St., Derbyshire, DE56 1AR · 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
£ 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 The Cottage Project Methodist Church
Address Off Chapel St., Derbyshire
Postcode DE56 1AR

About this meeting

First Things First meets in Belper every Thursday at 7.15pm at The Cottage Project Methodist Church, just off Chapel Street, and runs for an hour. Named after one of AA's best-known slogans, it is a closed meeting: not shut, but reserved for people who have a desire to stop drinking, or who are quietly worried enough to come and listen. Anyone attending in a supporting or professional role is asked to choose an open AA meeting instead. Wheelchair access has not been confirmed for this venue, so check beforehand if that is important. There is no charge, no register and no need to let anyone know you are coming; arriving a few minutes early on a Thursday is all it takes.

Common questions

Do I have to say anything at the meeting?

No. Plenty of people spend their first meetings just listening. You will never be made to speak, and only first names are used.

What does closed meeting mean?

It means the meeting is for people who have, or think they may have, a desire to stop drinking. Family, friends and professionals are directed to open AA meetings.

Is there wheelchair access?

Access at The Cottage Project has not been confirmed, so it is worth checking locally before travelling if you need step-free entry. Attendance is free and unbooked.

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Alcoholics Anonymous Closed meeting Thursday

The Cottage Project Methodist Church, Off Chapel St.
Derbyshire, DE56 1AR

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