Alcoholics Anonymous Open meeting Free — no booking

Brighton On Awakening

Every Thursday, – · Chapel Royal, 164 North St, Brighton Area, BN1 1EA · Next: Thursday 3 September

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Checked against Alcoholics Anonymous’s own meeting feed Last verified 26 March 2026

At a glance

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

Getting there

Venue Chapel Royal
Address 164 North St, Brighton Area
Postcode BN1 1EA

About this meeting

On Awakening borrows its name from a much-quoted Big Book passage about how to start the day, and fittingly it meets at 7.30am on Thursdays at the Chapel Royal, 164 North Street in central Brighton, for one hour. Early risers, commuters and anyone who wants a meeting behind them before work will find the timing useful. It is an open meeting, so along with people who have a desire to stop drinking, family members, friends and professionals are welcome to attend. Wheelchair access has not been confirmed for this venue, so it is worth checking in advance if that affects you. There is no cost and no booking; arrive just before 7.30am and you will be welcomed in.

Common questions

Can anyone come to this meeting?

Yes. It is an open AA meeting, welcoming family, friends and professionals as well as anyone with a desire to stop drinking.

How early should I arrive?

A few minutes before the 7.30am start is plenty. The meeting lasts one hour, finishing at 8.30am.

Is there a charge or booking system?

No. Like all AA meetings it is free, and you simply turn up at the Chapel Royal on North Street.

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Alcoholics Anonymous Open meeting Thursday

Chapel Royal, 164 North St
Brighton Area, BN1 1EA

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