Every Friday at 8pm, a closed Alcoholics Anonymous meeting takes place in the Goudhurst Church Hall Rooms on Back Lane, tucked behind St Mary's Church in Goudhurst. Because it's closed, attendance is limited to those who have, or believe they may have, a desire to stop drinking, rather than being open to the wider public. Members gather to share their experience of recovery and support one another through the Twelve Steps in a small-town setting on the Kent-Sussex border. The hall itself is wheelchair accessible, and there is nothing to pay and nowhere to sign up beforehand. Newcomers are told simply to arrive a little before 8pm and follow the signs behind the church to find the room.
Can anyone attend the Goudhurst meeting?
No, it's a closed meeting, reserved for people who have a desire to stop drinking. It isn't for family, friends or professionals looking to attend, though open AA meetings exist elsewhere for that.
Do I need to book or pay?
There's no charge and no booking system. AA meetings are entirely free to attend and you can simply turn up on the night.
Is the hall accessible for wheelchair users?
Yes, the Goudhurst Church Hall Rooms are wheelchair accessible.
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