Derby's Friday evening meeting takes place at Ashbourne Road Methodist Church, 94 Ashbourne Road, starting at 7.30pm and lasting an hour and a half. It is a closed Alcoholics Anonymous meeting, meaning it is reserved for people who have a desire to stop drinking; if you want to stop, you are welcome to walk in with no referral, whether it is your first meeting or you are returning after time away. The church is wheelchair accessible, and the group operates a chit system, so attendance slips can be signed for court, probation or treatment requirements. There is no charge and no booking, and first names are all anyone will ask of you.
What does closed mean, and does it apply to me?
Closed means the meeting is for people who have a desire to stop drinking. If that describes you, you are welcome; family and friends should try an open Derby meeting.
Can attendance be evidenced for court or probation?
Yes, the group runs a chit system and will sign attendance slips for court, probation or treatment purposes.
Is the venue accessible, and is there a cost?
Ashbourne Road Methodist Church is wheelchair accessible, and the meeting is free with no booking, running from 7.30pm to 9pm on Fridays.
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