Serving Yate and Chipping Sodbury on the north-eastern edge of Bristol, this AA group meets every Friday at 7.30pm in The Willow Rooms at Ridgewood Community Centre, 244 Station Road, Yate. The meeting lasts an hour, a manageable length if you are nervous about a first visit, and it is open, meaning anyone can attend: people with a desire to stop drinking, plus family members, friends and professionals who want to see how AA works. There is no charge and no booking; you simply arrive. Wheelchair access has not been confirmed for this venue, so anyone with access needs may want to check before travelling. Nobody will ask you to speak or to share personal details.
Can I attend if I'm not sure I have an issue with alcohol?
Yes. AA asks only that members have a desire to stop drinking, and because this is an open meeting you can also attend simply to listen and learn, or to support someone else.
How much does the meeting cost?
Nothing. All AA meetings are free, with no booking or membership fees. A voluntary collection is usually taken for room hire.
Is the venue wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair access has not been confirmed for The Willow Rooms at Ridgewood Community Centre. If step-free access matters for you, it is worth checking ahead of your visit.
This listing is checked against fellowship meeting feeds. Last verified: 26 March 2026.
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