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Stoke-On-Trent Hanford Shy Sharers

Every Thursday, – · St Matthias Church, Church Lane, Potteries and District, ST4 4QB · Next: Thursday 15 October

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

At a glance

Day Every Thursday
Time —
Duration 1hr 30mins
£ 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 Matthias Church
Address Church Lane, Potteries and District
Postcode ST4 4QB

About this meeting

Stoke-On-Trent Hanford Shy Sharers meets on Thursday evenings at 7.30pm at St Matthias Church on Church Lane, running for an hour and a half. It is a closed meeting, for people with a desire to stop drinking rather than the general public, and it does not operate a chit system. Wheelchair access has not been confirmed for this venue. As the name suggests, the format is geared towards those who find it harder to speak up in larger groups, offering a gentler, more supportive space for people still finding their voice in recovery.

Common questions

What does Shy Sharers mean for this meeting?

It suggests a format geared towards people who find it harder to speak in a larger group, though it follows the standard closed AA structure.

Is this meeting open to the general public?

No, it is a closed meeting, kept for people with a desire to stop drinking rather than the general public.

Is the venue wheelchair accessible?

This has not been confirmed, so it is worth checking with the group before attending if this matters to you.

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Alcoholics Anonymous Closed meeting Thursday

St Matthias Church, Church Lane
Potteries and District, ST4 4QB

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