Alcoholics Anonymous Closed meeting Free — no booking

Goodmayes Serenity Lounge/Newcomers

Every Sunday, – · St Pauls Church & Community Centre, Barley Ln, East London, IG3 8XE · Next: Sunday 18 October

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

At a glance

Day Every Sunday
Time —
Duration 1hr 30mins
£ Cost Free
Who can attend Closed meeting — for anyone who wants to stop. “Closed” refers to who the meeting is for, not to the venue; the venue is open and you do not need to be a member to walk in.

Getting there

Venue St Pauls Church & Community Centre
Address Barley Ln, East London
Postcode IG3 8XE

About this meeting

Serenity Lounge/Newcomers meets on Sunday afternoons at 2.30pm at St Pauls Church and Community Centre on Barley Lane in Goodmayes, on the eastern side of Ilford, and lasts an hour and a half. As the name suggests, the group has a particular focus on welcoming newcomers, so if you have never set foot in an AA meeting before, this is a gentle place to start. It is a closed meeting, meaning it is for people who have, or think they may have, a desire to stop drinking, rather than for observers; that is the only requirement, and nobody will ask you to prove anything. Attendance is free and there is no booking.

Common questions

I've never been to AA before. Is this meeting suitable?

Yes. This group has a newcomer focus, so first-timers are expected and warmly welcomed. You can just listen if you prefer; nobody is required to speak.

What does 'closed' mean here?

A closed AA meeting is for people who have, or think they may have, a desire to stop drinking. It does not mean the meeting is shut; it simply is not aimed at family, friends or professionals, who should choose an open meeting instead.

Do I need to book or pay?

No. The meeting is free, with no booking or referral needed. Just come to St Pauls Church and Community Centre on Barley Lane for 2.30pm on Sunday.

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Alcoholics Anonymous Closed meeting Sunday

St Pauls Church & Community Centre, Barley Ln
East London, IG3 8XE

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