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Purley Big Book Study meets every Saturday morning at 9.30am at Purley United Reformed Church on Brighton Road, running for an hour. As the name suggests, the format centres on reading and discussing passages from the AA Big Book. It is an open Alcoholics Anonymous meeting, so family, friends, professionals or anyone interested can attend alongside people with a desire to stop drinking. The church is wheelchair accessible. There is no charge to attend and no need to book beforehand, you simply arrive at Brighton Road shortly before half nine. It is one of several weekly meetings held at this church, serving the Purley and Kenley area.
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What does the meeting focus on?
It is a Big Book study meeting, with discussion built around readings from the AA Big Book.
Is it open to family and friends?
Yes, it is an open meeting, welcoming family, friends and professionals alongside people with a desire to stop drinking.
Is Purley United Reformed Church wheelchair accessible?
Yes, the venue is wheelchair accessible.
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