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About this meeting
Early Bird Newcomers meets on Saturday mornings at 9am at St Mary's Church on Vicarage Road in Staines-upon-Thames. As the name suggests, it is pitched particularly at people new to Alcoholics Anonymous, though it remains a closed meeting for anyone who feels they have a desire to stop drinking. The early Saturday slot gives newcomers a gentle, quiet start to the weekend before the day gets busy. The church is recorded as wheelchair accessible, which is worth knowing if mobility is a factor. There is no cost to attend and no need to book in advance, so you can simply arrive at Vicarage Road shortly before 9am.
Common questions
Who can come to this meeting
This is a closed meeting, meaning it is for AA members only, in other words anyone who feels they have a desire to stop drinking. It is not open to friends, family or professionals who want to observe.
Does it cost anything or do I need to book a place
No. Alcoholics Anonymous meetings are free and there is no need to book or register in advance. You can simply arrive for the start time.
Is the venue wheelchair accessible
Yes, this venue is recorded as wheelchair accessible.
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