Alcoholics Anonymous Open meeting Free — no booking

By The Book

Every Thursday, – · St John's Church, Ashley Ln, Manchester, M9 4NT · 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 St John's Church
Address Ashley Ln, Manchester
Postcode M9 4NT

About this meeting

By The Book meets every Thursday evening at 7pm at St John's Church on Ashley Lane. As the name suggests, the meeting focuses on reading and discussing the Big Book, though as an open AA meeting anyone is welcome to attend, including people supporting someone with a desire to stop drinking. It lasts an hour and a half, giving time for a fuller study session. Wheelchair access has not been confirmed for this venue, so it is worth checking ahead if this is important to you. Ashley Lane sits in North Manchester, an area served by regular bus routes into the city centre.

Common questions

Who can attend By The Book?

It is an open AA meeting, so anyone can attend, including family, friends and professionals, alongside people with a desire to stop drinking.

Is there a cost or do I need to book?

No, it is free to attend and no booking is needed, held every Thursday at 7pm.

Is the venue wheelchair accessible?

Wheelchair access has not been confirmed for St John's Church, so it is worth checking ahead.

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Alcoholics Anonymous Open meeting Thursday

St John's Church, Ashley Ln
Manchester, M9 4NT

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