Leave the world through wisdom
Come back to the world through compassion
- a path towards human enlightenment that includes community, friendship, residential retreats, study and the arts.
Work on your mind with committed Buddhist teachers.
Progress towards a more developed consciousness.
Live in the context of an aspirational community.
At the London Buddhist Centre you’ll learn how to work effectively with your mind from committed Buddhist practitioners. We teach meditation, mindfulness, and Buddhism in ways that are relevant to contemporary life. All this within the context of an aspirational community.
The London Buddhist Centre is at the heart of a varied and vibrant community of Buddhist practitioners in East London. We teach Buddhism and meditation in a way that's relevant to contemporary life.
Highlights
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Sun
11 May
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10:00 am
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9:30 pm
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Sun
11 May
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Sun
11 May
Buddha Day
The Enlightenment of the Buddha was an irreversible breakthrough into a new kind of consciousness for the world. All our practice flows from this stream of wisdom and compassion. Everyone is invited as we celebrate this most important day in the Buddhist calendar with meditation, stories from the life of the Buddha, shared food, and a special ritual in the evening.
In person, just turn up.
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Mon
19 May
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7:15 pm
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9:45 pm
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Mon
19 May
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Mon
23 Jun
Introduction to Buddhism & Meditation Course
This six-week course will introduce you to key Buddhist principles and two meditation practices that cultivate self-awareness, open-heartedness and insight. Ideal for understanding the wider context and purpose of Buddhist practice.
£130 Full / £85 Conc
In person, book online.
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Tue
20 May
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7:15 pm
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9:30 pm
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Tue
20 May
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Tue
10 Jun
The Wheel Of Life Course
The Wheel of Life is an ancient Buddhist symbol that shows us a path to freedom revealed through myth, symbol, and imagination. In this four-week course, Suryagupta, Chair of the London Buddhist Centre, will take us on a mythical journey into the Wheel of Life, unlocking its secrets in a practical, accessible, and applicable way.
£95 / £60
In person, book online.
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Mon
5 May
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7:30 am
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8:30 am
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Mon
5 May
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Mon
5 May
Online Morning Meditation
Led by Kiranasri
This week-long series of guided meditation happens at the start of every month. An opportunity to meditate with others and ask questions about your practice. Suitable for anyone familiar with the mindfulness of breathing and metta bhavana meditation practices.
Online only.
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Fri
9 May
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10:00 am
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2:00 pm
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Fri
9 May
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Fri
9 May
Work Morning
Spend a morning at the LBC helping to beautify and refresh the centre for future visitors. An opportunity to volunteer, meditate and practise Buddhist ritual alongside others.
In person, just turn up.
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Sun
18 May
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10:00 am
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4:00 pm
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Sun
18 May
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Sun
18 May
LGBTQIA+ Sangha Day Retreat
A day led by and for people identifying as LGBTQIA+, with meditation, talks, discussion groups and ritual, focusing on inclusivity and deepening friendships.
In person, just turn up.
Online offerings
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Tue
16 May
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2:26 pm
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3:26 pm
Online On-demand
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Tue
16 May
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Tue
16 May
Meditation Step by Step: Your Guide to Mindfulness
Our on-demand online course
An online course that you can take at your own pace. The course is taught by Suryagupta – Chair of the London Buddhist Centre. Teaching videos, guided meditations and worksheets, all of which can be done in your own time and that you can come back to as many times and you’d like.
£99 - Concessionary rates available
Online only.
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Tue
2 Jan
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8:00 am
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9:00 am
Online On-demand
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Tue
2 Jan
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Tue
2 Jan
Online Morning Meditation
Over the New Year, you can join others for morning meditation classes online. Each morning will begin with teaching to inspire your practice, followed by an unled meditation.
Online only.
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Wed
3 Jan
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8:00 am
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9:00 am
Online On-demand
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Wed
3 Jan
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Wed
3 Jan
Online Morning Meditation
Over the New Year, you can join others for morning meditation classes online. Each morning will begin with teaching to inspire your practice, followed by an unled meditation.
Online only.