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Portsmouth Southsea St Judes meets on Friday lunchtimes at St Jude's Church on Kent Road, starting at 12.30pm and running for about an hour. It is an open meeting, welcoming anyone with an interest in Alcoholics Anonymous, including family and friends, alongside members. The church has wheelchair access, though no newcomer chit is noted for this group. Completing the trio of weekly lunchtime meetings at this venue, it gives people in Southsea with a desire to stop drinking a way to end the working week with a familiar meeting close to the seafront.
Common questions
Is this the last of the three St Jude's lunchtime meetings each week?
Yes, alongside the Tuesday and Wednesday sittings, Friday completes the three weekly lunchtime meetings at St Jude's Church.
Is this meeting open to non-members?
Yes, it is an open meeting, so visitors and family members may attend alongside AA members.
Is St Jude's Church wheelchair accessible?
Yes, the venue has wheelchair access.
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