Alcoholics Anonymous Closed meeting Free — no booking

Step 1 Newcomer’s

Every Friday, – · St Matthew's Church Hall, St Matthew's Church Hall, 55 High Brooms Rd, High Brooms, Tunbridge Wells, TN4 9DA, Tunbridge Wells, TN4 9DA · Next: Friday 16 October

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

At a glance

Day Every Friday
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 St Matthew's Church Hall
Address St Matthew's Church Hall, 55 High Brooms Rd, High Brooms, Tunbridge Wells, TN4 9DA, Tunbridge Wells
Postcode TN4 9DA

About this meeting

Step 1 Newcomer's is an Alcoholics Anonymous meeting held on Fridays at 6.30pm at St Matthew's Church Hall on High Brooms Road, in High Brooms, near Tunbridge Wells. As its title states, the meeting focuses on Step 1 and is aimed at newcomers, giving members new to the programme a dedicated space to start. The session lasts an hour. As with all AA meetings, the only requirement for attending is a desire to stop drinking. There is no cost to attend and no need to book a place in advance; members simply arrive shortly before 6.30pm and find a seat.

Common questions

Is this meeting aimed at people new to AA?

Yes, its own title describes it as focused on Step 1 and geared towards newcomers.

Is there a cost to attend?

No, it is free and there is no need to book beforehand.

How long does the meeting run?

An hour, starting at 6.30pm on Fridays.

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Alcoholics Anonymous Closed meeting Friday

St Matthew's Church Hall, St Matthew's Church Hall, 55 High Brooms Rd, High Brooms, Tunbridge Wells, TN4 9DA
Tunbridge Wells, TN4 9DA

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