Alcoholics Anonymous Open meeting Wheelchair accessible Free — no booking

Bournemouth Beginners

Every Tuesday, – · The Night Shelter, 10 St Paul's Lane, Bournemouth District, BH8 8AJ · Next: Tuesday 20 October

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

At a glance

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

Getting there

Venue The Night Shelter
Address 10 St Paul's Lane, Bournemouth District
Postcode BH8 8AJ

Access

Wheelchair accessible
Chit system in use

Before you go

Strictly no dogs except service dogs.

About this meeting

Designed with newcomers in mind, Bournemouth Beginners meets every Tuesday at 7.30pm at The Night Shelter, 10 St Paul's Lane, and lasts one hour. If you are nervous about your first Alcoholics Anonymous meeting, a beginners' group like this is a gentle way in, and because it is an open meeting you can bring a friend or family member with you; professionals are welcome too. The venue is wheelchair accessible. Note that dogs are not allowed, with the exception of service dogs. The group operates a chit system, so if you need an attendance slip signed for court, probation or a treatment programme, just ask. It is free, there is no booking, and you will not be made to speak if you would rather listen.

Common questions

I'm brand new to AA. Is this a good first meeting?

Yes, that is exactly what it is for. It is a beginners' meeting, open to anyone, and you can simply sit and listen on your first visit.

Can I bring my dog?

No, the venue does not allow dogs, with the exception of service dogs, which are permitted.

Is there a charge, and can wheelchair users attend?

It is free with no booking needed, and The Night Shelter is wheelchair accessible. Attendance chits can also be signed for court, probation or treatment.

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Alcoholics Anonymous Open meeting Wheelchair Tuesday

The Night Shelter, 10 St Paul's Lane
Bournemouth District, BH8 8AJ

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