Cocaine Anonymous Open meeting Free — no booking

Design For Living

Every Friday, – · Somerstown Central Community Hub, Winston Churchill Ave, Southsea, Portsmouth, Southsea PO5 4JJ, UK, Southdown, PO5 4JJ · Next: Friday 16 October

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Checked against Cocaine Anonymous’s own meeting feed Last verified 12 September 2026

At a glance

Day Every Friday
Time —
Duration 1hr
£ Cost Free
Who can attend Open meeting — anyone is welcome, including family and friends.
Format In-person, 12 Steps & 12 Traditions, Discussion, Literature, Newcomer, Open, Speaker

Getting there

Venue Somerstown Central Community Hub
Address Winston Churchill Ave, Southsea, Portsmouth, Southsea PO5 4JJ, UK, Southdown
Postcode PO5 4JJ

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About this meeting

Design For Living is an open Cocaine Anonymous meeting held every Friday at 7pm at Somerstown Central Community Hub on Winston Churchill Avenue in Portsmouth, running for about an hour. The format brings together the twelve steps and traditions, discussion and literature, with a speaker slot and a particular welcome for newcomers. Being open, anyone can attend, including family and friends of people with a desire to stop using cocaine and all other mind-altering substances. A chit system operates, so an attendance slip can be signed for anyone who needs evidence for court, probation or treatment. There is no cost to attend and no need to book a place in advance.

Common questions

Is Design For Living open to everyone?

Yes, it is an open meeting, so anyone is welcome, not only people with a desire to stop using cocaine and other mind-altering substances.

Is this meeting suitable for a newcomer?

Yes, newcomers are specifically welcomed at this meeting.

Can I get proof of attendance for court or probation?

Yes, a chit system operates here, so a signed attendance slip is available if needed.

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Cocaine Anonymous Open meeting In-person12 Steps & 12 TraditionsDiscussionLiteratureNewcomerOpenSpeaker Friday

Somerstown Central Community Hub, Winston Churchill Ave, Southsea, Portsmouth, Southsea PO5 4JJ, UK
Southdown, PO5 4JJ

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