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Murrayfield Church Of The Good Shepherd Big Book

Every Thursday, – · Church Of The Good Shepherd, 13 Murrayfield Ave, Edinburgh and Midlothian, EH12 6AU · Next: Thursday 15 October

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

At a glance

Day Every Thursday
Time —
Duration 1hr
£ 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 Church Of The Good Shepherd
Address 13 Murrayfield Ave, Edinburgh and Midlothian
Postcode EH12 6AU

About this meeting

Big Book study returns to Murrayfield on Thursday evenings at 6.30pm, when the Church of the Good Shepherd on Murrayfield Avenue hosts a closed AA meeting built around Alcoholics Anonymous, the fellowship's core text. The session lasts about an hour and gives members in this part of west Edinburgh a weekday evening option alongside the other meetings held at the same church. Attendance is for those with a desire to stop drinking, the standard closed meeting requirement, and newcomers meeting that description are welcome to join. Wheelchair access to this particular Thursday session has not been confirmed, although the venue does offer it for some of its other meetings.

Common questions

Who can attend this Big Book meeting?

As a closed meeting, attendance is limited to those with a desire to stop drinking, which is AA's only membership requirement. It is not restricted by age, background or how long someone has been sober, and newcomers are actively encouraged to come along.

Is it free, and should I book beforehand?

No, it is completely free and there is no need to book or register in advance. Simply arrive for the start time and take a seat; AA meetings run on voluntary donations towards room hire and literature, but nobody is asked to pay to attend.

Is the venue wheelchair accessible?

This has not been confirmed for this particular session, so it is worth checking directly with the group if step-free access is needed.

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Alcoholics Anonymous Closed meeting Thursday

Church Of The Good Shepherd, 13 Murrayfield Ave
Edinburgh and Midlothian, EH12 6AU

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