Alcoholics Anonymous Open meeting Wheelchair accessible Free — no booking

Cheltenham Beginners

Every Friday, – · Friends Meeting House, Warwick Place, Off Portland St, Severn, GL52 2NP · Next: Friday 16 October

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

At a glance

Day Every Friday
Time —
Duration 1hr 15mins
£ Cost Free
Who can attend Open meeting — anyone is welcome, including family and friends.

Getting there

Venue Friends Meeting House
Address Warwick Place, Off Portland St, Severn
Postcode GL52 2NP

Access

Wheelchair accessible
Chit system in use

About this meeting

Cheltenham Beginners meets on Friday evenings at 7pm at the Friends Meeting House on Warwick Place, off Portland Street, running for around an hour and a quarter. It is an open meeting, welcoming anyone with a desire to stop drinking as well as family, friends or professionals with an interest in recovery. A chit system operates, so a signed attendance slip is available for anyone who needs one for court, probation or treatment. The Meeting House is wheelchair accessible. As the name suggests, the format is aimed particularly at people newer to AA, making it a natural starting point for anyone attending for the first time in Cheltenham.

Common questions

Is Cheltenham Beginners suitable for a first AA meeting?

Yes, as the name suggests it is geared towards people newer to AA, and it is an open meeting so anyone can attend.

Can I get a chit here for court or probation?

Yes, a chit system operates at this meeting, so a signed attendance slip is available on request.

Is the venue wheelchair accessible?

Yes, the Friends Meeting House is recorded as wheelchair accessible.

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Alcoholics Anonymous Open meeting Wheelchair Friday

Friends Meeting House, Warwick Place, Off Portland St
Severn, GL52 2NP

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