Alcoholics Anonymous Open meeting Wheelchair accessible Free — no booking

Orpington Desire To Stop (Candlelit)

Every Saturday, – · Salvation Army Church, Wellington Rd, London North Kent, BR5 4AQ · Next: Saturday 17 October

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

At a glance

Day Every Saturday
Time —
Duration 1hr 30mins
£ Cost Free
Who can attend Open meeting — anyone is welcome, including family and friends.

Getting there

Venue Salvation Army Church
Address Wellington Rd, London North Kent
Postcode BR5 4AQ

Access

Wheelchair accessible
Chit system in use

Before you go

Candlelit meeting.

About this meeting

Held by candlelight, Orpington Desire To Stop meets on Saturday evenings at 7.30pm in the Salvation Army Church on Wellington Road for an hour and a half. The candlelit format gives the meeting a quieter, more reflective atmosphere than a typical discussion group, though the structure otherwise follows a standard open AA meeting, meaning anyone is welcome, including family, friends and professionals alongside those with a desire to stop drinking. A chit system is available, so attendance slips can be signed for court, probation or treatment purposes. The church is wheelchair accessible. There is no fee to attend and no booking needed, members simply arrive before 7.30pm and settle in for the candlelit session.

Common questions

Who can attend Orpington Desire To Stop?

It is open, so anyone is welcome, including people supporting someone else through their desire to stop drinking.

Is there a cost or booking process?

No, it is free and there is no need to book, simply arrive before 7.30pm on Saturday.

Is a chit available for this meeting?

Yes, a chit system operates here, so an attendance slip can be signed for court, probation or treatment evidence.

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Alcoholics Anonymous Open meeting Wheelchair Saturday

Salvation Army Church, Wellington Rd
London North Kent, BR5 4AQ

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