A Safe Space to Begin Again

A fortnightly peer-support group at Riverbank Retreat

 

Who is it for?

 

Solid Ground is open to anyone impacted by:

 

Addiction (your own or someone else’s)

 

Trauma or abuse

 

Family dysfunction

 

Generational patterns that still affect your life

 

 

You might not be ready for a formal recovery programme—or you may simply need a place to breathe, reflect, and feel less alone. Whether you speak or just sit quietly, this space is yours.

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What to Expect?

 

This is a non-clinical, peer-led support group held in a warm, quiet space. It’s confidential, gentle, and completely free of judgement.

 

You don’t have to share if you’re not ready. There’s no pressure, no fixing, and no requirement to commit to anything more than what feels right for you.

 

Each session includes:

 

A short welcome and grounding

 

A reading or reflection to guide gentle discussion

 

An open sharing circle (optional)

 

Time for tea, stillness, or informal chat

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Why Solid Ground?

 

We created this space because we know what it’s like to carry stories no one else sees. Sometimes, just sitting beside someone who understands can be enough to begin the shift.

 

This isn’t a 12-step programme, but we are in contact with AA, NA, Al-Anon, and ACA. If you ever feel ready to explore a structured recovery path, we’ll have leaflets and information available for you to take home quietly and in your own time.

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When & Where?

 

 Fortnightly on Mondays

 7:30pm – 9:00pm

 Riverbank Retreat,

8 Portland Cottage, Portland Brae, Hurlford, KA1 5AL

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Cost?

 

Free to attend.

Donations are welcome for tea and coffee.

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How to Join?

 

There’s no need to commit—just get in touch to let us know you’re coming, and we’ll welcome you in gently.

 

 07502 221431 or 07795142443