Buddhism

Buddhism offers a practical path of human growth, ultimately towards enlightenment, the profound Awakening discovered by the Buddha two and a half thousand years ago. Buddhist practices include meditation, retreats, study, ritual, community or Sangha, and myriad other ways in which our lives can be enriched with a sense of purpose and connection.

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Teachings from the Buddhist tradition are often referred to as the ‘Dharma’, which means both the Truth or ‘how things really are’ and the Path towards the realisation of that Truth.

Regular Events

Upcoming Events

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Wed
14 May
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14 May
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Wed
14 May

Daytime Buddhism & Meditation Class

Join in for our regular daytime weekly class of Dharma teaching and meditation. In person at the LBC and live on Zoom. There is also a crèche for those aged 6 months to 5 years old.
Free (suggested donation £7).
More info
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Wed
14 May
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5:30 pm
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6:30 pm
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14 May
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Wed
14 May

Mantra Chanting

Here's a chance to chant a few different Buddhist mantras in a group as a way to going deeper in one's experience.
Free (suggested donation £7).
In person, just turn up.
More info
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Wed
14 May
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7:15 pm
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9:30 pm
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14 May
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Wed
14 May

Wednesday Night Meditation

Our weekly Wednesday class gives you the chance to learn fresh approaches to meditation, try them out and ask questions to experienced meditators.
Free (suggested donation £11).
In person and online.
More info
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Thu
15 May
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7:15 pm
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9:15 pm
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15 May
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Thu
15 May

Thursday Night Class: Meditation & In-Conversation

The Fifty-One Mental Events: Transforming Every Aspect of the Mind

To transform the mind we need to know the mind. The fifty-one mental events provide a comprehensive map of the mind's every aspect: good, bad or indifferent. We hope you can join the Thursday evening class as we explore this extensive Buddhist teaching. We will be guided by Sangharakshita's Know Your Mind - our own teacher's exploration - and Mind in Harmony, the commentary upon it by Subhuti, the LBC's President.
Free (suggested donation £11).
In person, just turn up.
More info
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Fri
16 May
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7:15 pm
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9:30 pm
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Fri
16 May
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Fri
16 May

Friday Night Class

End the week in person at the LBC with an inspiring evening of meditation, tale-telling and ritual. For anyone who is familiar with the basics of the Mindfulness of Breathing and Metta Bhavana meditation practices.
Free (suggested donation £11).
In person, just turn up.
More info
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Sat
17 May
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3:00 pm
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5:30 pm
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Sat
17 May
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Sat
17 May

Transforming Self & World

Join us for a conversation with Acaladevi and Niki from Lama’s Pyjamas charity shop about Team-Based Right Livelihood, fast fashion, ethical consumption and how a spiritual community can live out the ethical values of reducing harm and cultivating contentment within a consumer culture.
Free (with donations welcome).
In person, just turn up.
More info
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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.
Free (suggested donation £40).
In person, just turn up.
More info
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Sun
18 May
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10:00 am
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12:45 pm
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Sun
18 May
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Sun
18 May

Buddhism For Today and Tomorrow: A Vision of Human Existence

Men's Event with Prajnamanas

Prajnamanas will be continuing the theme of the lecture series ‘Buddhism for Today and Tomorrow’. Prajnamanas lives and works at Padmaloka, the mens ordination training retreat centre where he is a member of the ordination team. This event is followed by lunch at Mandala Cafe.
Free (suggested donation £25).
In person, just turn up.
More info
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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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19 May
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Mon
19 May

Dharma Night

Our Dharma Night class explores aspects of the Buddhist vision, drawing on two and a half thousand years of teachings to find practical application in the modern world. Join us for an evening of meditation, discussion and Dharma teaching.
Free (suggested donation £11).
In person and online.
More info
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Mon
19 May
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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.
More info
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Tue
20 May
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7:15 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.
More info
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Wed
21 May
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10:35 am
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12:30 pm
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21 May
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Wed
21 May

Daytime Buddhism & Meditation Class

Join in for our regular daytime weekly class of Dharma teaching and meditation. In person at the LBC and live on Zoom. There is also a crèche for those aged 6 months to 5 years old.
Free (suggested donation £7).
More info
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Wed
21 May
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5:30 pm
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6:30 pm
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21 May
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Wed
21 May

Mantra Chanting

Here's a chance to chant a few different Buddhist mantras in a group as a way to going deeper in one's experience.
Free (suggested donation £7).
In person, just turn up.
More info
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Wed
21 May
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7:15 pm
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21 May
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Wed
21 May

Wednesday Night Meditation

Our weekly Wednesday class gives you the chance to learn fresh approaches to meditation, try them out and ask questions to experienced meditators.
Free (suggested donation £11).
In person and online.
More info
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Thu
22 May
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7:15 pm
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22 May
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Thu
22 May

Thursday Night Class: Meditation & In-Conversation

The Fifty-One Mental Events: Transforming Every Aspect of the Mind

To transform the mind we need to know the mind. The fifty-one mental events provide a comprehensive map of the mind's every aspect: good, bad or indifferent. We hope you can join the Thursday evening class as we explore this extensive Buddhist teaching. We will be guided by Sangharakshita's Know Your Mind - our own teacher's exploration - and Mind in Harmony, the commentary upon it by Subhuti, the LBC's President.
Free (suggested donation £11).
In person, just turn up.
More info
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Fri
23 May
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23 May
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Sun
25 May

Buddhism & Meditation Weekend

Curious about retreats? This introductory weekend is an ideal first taste. Break out of your routine and spend two days learning transformative practices, connecting with others, and enjoying the beautiful Suffolk countryside.
£255 full | £205 conc
More info
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Fri
23 May
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7:15 pm
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9:30 pm
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23 May
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Fri
23 May

Friday Night Class

End the week in person at the LBC with an inspiring evening of meditation, tale-telling and ritual. For anyone who is familiar with the basics of the Mindfulness of Breathing and Metta Bhavana meditation practices.
Free (suggested donation £11).
In person, just turn up.
More info
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Mon
26 May
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4:00 pm
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11:00 am
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26 May
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Fri
30 May

Parents and Children's Retreat

Join in this mid-week Buddhist retreat for families during the May half-term holiday. This retreat is suitable for families with children aged 3.5-18 who have attended Sunday School at the LBC.
£305 Adult full | £225 Adult conc | £95 Child
In person, book online.
More info
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Mon
26 May
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26 May
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Mon
26 May

Dharma Night

Our Dharma Night class explores aspects of the Buddhist vision, drawing on two and a half thousand years of teachings to find practical application in the modern world. Join us for an evening of meditation, discussion and Dharma teaching.
Free (suggested donation £11).
In person and online.
More info
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Wed
28 May
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10:35 am
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28 May
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Wed
28 May

Daytime Buddhism & Meditation Class

Join in for our regular daytime weekly class of Dharma teaching and meditation. In person at the LBC and live on Zoom. There is also a crèche for those aged 6 months to 5 years old.
Free (suggested donation £7).
More info
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Wed
28 May
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5:30 pm
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6:30 pm
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28 May
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Wed
28 May

Mantra Chanting

Here's a chance to chant a few different Buddhist mantras in a group as a way to going deeper in one's experience.
Free (suggested donation £7).
In person, just turn up.
More info
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28 May
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7:15 pm
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28 May
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28 May

Wednesday Night Meditation

Our weekly Wednesday class gives you the chance to learn fresh approaches to meditation, try them out and ask questions to experienced meditators.
Free (suggested donation £11).
In person and online.
More info
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Thu
29 May
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29 May
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Thu
29 May

Thursday Night Class: Meditation & In-Conversation

The Fifty-One Mental Events: Transforming Every Aspect of the Mind

To transform the mind we need to know the mind. The fifty-one mental events provide a comprehensive map of the mind's every aspect: good, bad or indifferent. We hope you can join the Thursday evening class as we explore this extensive Buddhist teaching. We will be guided by Sangharakshita's Know Your Mind - our own teacher's exploration - and Mind in Harmony, the commentary upon it by Subhuti, the LBC's President.
Free (suggested donation £11).
In person, just turn up.
More info
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Fri
30 May
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7:15 pm
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9:30 pm
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30 May
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Fri
30 May

Friday Night Class

End the week in person at the LBC with an inspiring evening of meditation, tale-telling and ritual. For anyone who is familiar with the basics of the Mindfulness of Breathing and Metta Bhavana meditation practices.
Free (suggested donation £11).
In person, just turn up.
More info
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Sun
1 Jun
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1 Jun
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Sun
1 Jun

Mantra & Meditation Morning

Chanting mantras can be an enlivening and beautiful practice. Come and explore how mantra and meditation can support each other, cultivating positive emotion and opening us up to the mystery of Enlightenment.
Free (suggested donation £25).
In person, just turn up.
More info
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Mon
2 Jun
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9:45 pm
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2 Jun
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Mon
2 Jun

Dharma Night

Our Dharma Night class explores aspects of the Buddhist vision, drawing on two and a half thousand years of teachings to find practical application in the modern world. Join us for an evening of meditation, discussion and Dharma teaching.
Free (suggested donation £11).
In person and online.
More info
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Wed
4 Jun
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10:35 am
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12:30 pm
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4 Jun
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Wed
4 Jun

Daytime Buddhism & Meditation Class

Join in for our regular daytime weekly class of Dharma teaching and meditation. In person at the LBC and live on Zoom. There is also a crèche for those aged 6 months to 5 years old.
Free (suggested donation £7).
More info
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Wed
4 Jun
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5:30 pm
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6:30 pm
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4 Jun
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Wed
4 Jun

Mantra Chanting

Here's a chance to chant a few different Buddhist mantras in a group as a way to going deeper in one's experience.
Free (suggested donation £7).
In person, just turn up.
More info
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4 Jun
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4 Jun
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4 Jun

Wednesday Night Meditation

Our weekly Wednesday class gives you the chance to learn fresh approaches to meditation, try them out and ask questions to experienced meditators.
Free (suggested donation £11).
In person and online.
More info
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Thu
5 Jun
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9:15 pm
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5 Jun
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Thu
5 Jun

Thursday Night Class: Meditation & In-Conversation

The Fifty-One Mental Events: Transforming Every Aspect of the Mind

To transform the mind we need to know the mind. The fifty-one mental events provide a comprehensive map of the mind's every aspect: good, bad or indifferent. We hope you can join the Thursday evening class as we explore this extensive Buddhist teaching. We will be guided by Sangharakshita's Know Your Mind - our own teacher's exploration - and Mind in Harmony, the commentary upon it by Subhuti, the LBC's President.
Free (suggested donation £11).
In person, just turn up.
More info
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6 Jun
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6 Jun
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Sun
8 Jun

LGBTQIA+ Retreat

This is a weekend retreat led by and for people identifying as LGBTQIA+. In beautiful surroundings, we’ll explore the Buddhist vision through meditation, talks, discussion groups, and ritual with a focus on inclusivity and building friendships.
£255 full | £205 conc | £175 18-25s
More info
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6 Jun
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6 Jun
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6 Jun

Friday Night Class

End the week in person at the LBC with an inspiring evening of meditation, tale-telling and ritual. For anyone who is familiar with the basics of the Mindfulness of Breathing and Metta Bhavana meditation practices.
Free (suggested donation £11).
In person, just turn up.
More info
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8 Jun
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8 Jun
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8 Jun

People of Colour Sunday Class

Taking place on the second Sunday of every month, this is a chance for people of colour to come together, meditate and discuss how the Buddha’s teachings are relevant to our lives. Suitable for all.
Free (with donations welcome).
Online only.
More info
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Mon
9 Jun
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9 Jun
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Mon
9 Jun

Dharma Night

Our Dharma Night class explores aspects of the Buddhist vision, drawing on two and a half thousand years of teachings to find practical application in the modern world. Join us for an evening of meditation, discussion and Dharma teaching.
Free (suggested donation £11).
In person and online.
More info
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Wed
11 Jun
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11 Jun
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11 Jun

Daytime Buddhism & Meditation Class

Join in for our regular daytime weekly class of Dharma teaching and meditation. In person at the LBC and live on Zoom. There is also a crèche for those aged 6 months to 5 years old.
Free (suggested donation £7).
More info
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11 Jun
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11 Jun
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11 Jun

Mantra Chanting

Here's a chance to chant a few different Buddhist mantras in a group as a way to going deeper in one's experience.
Free (suggested donation £7).
In person, just turn up.
More info
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11 Jun
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11 Jun
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11 Jun

Wednesday Night Meditation

Our weekly Wednesday class gives you the chance to learn fresh approaches to meditation, try them out and ask questions to experienced meditators.
Free (suggested donation £11).
In person and online.
More info
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11 Jun
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11 Jun
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11 Jun

Full Moon Puja

(after Wednesday Night Class)

After the Wednesday Night Class, we’ll come together for a short ritual to mark the full moon. By doing so, we are joining Buddhists across the world in a tradition that goes back to the time of the Buddha.
In person, just turn up.
More info
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12 Jun
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12 Jun
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12 Jun

Thursday Night Class: Meditation & In-Conversation

The Fifty-One Mental Events: Transforming Every Aspect of the Mind

To transform the mind we need to know the mind. The fifty-one mental events provide a comprehensive map of the mind's every aspect: good, bad or indifferent. We hope you can join the Thursday evening class as we explore this extensive Buddhist teaching. We will be guided by Sangharakshita's Know Your Mind - our own teacher's exploration - and Mind in Harmony, the commentary upon it by Subhuti, the LBC's President.
Free (suggested donation £11).
In person, just turn up.
More info
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13 Jun
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13 Jun
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Sun
15 Jun

Yoga for Meditation Weekend

This weekend will offer yoga for all levels, alongside meditation practice and a glimpse of the Buddhist vision.
£295 full | £235 conc
More info
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13 Jun
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13 Jun
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13 Jun

Friday Night Class

End the week in person at the LBC with an inspiring evening of meditation, tale-telling and ritual. For anyone who is familiar with the basics of the Mindfulness of Breathing and Metta Bhavana meditation practices.
Free (suggested donation £11).
In person, just turn up.
More info
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16 Jun
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16 Jun
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Mon
16 Jun

Dharma Night

Our Dharma Night class explores aspects of the Buddhist vision, drawing on two and a half thousand years of teachings to find practical application in the modern world. Join us for an evening of meditation, discussion and Dharma teaching.
Free (suggested donation £11).
In person and online.
More info
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Wed
18 Jun
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18 Jun
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Wed
18 Jun

Daytime Buddhism & Meditation Class

Join in for our regular daytime weekly class of Dharma teaching and meditation. In person at the LBC and live on Zoom. There is also a crèche for those aged 6 months to 5 years old.
Free (suggested donation £7).
More info
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18 Jun
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18 Jun
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18 Jun

Mantra Chanting

Here's a chance to chant a few different Buddhist mantras in a group as a way to going deeper in one's experience.
Free (suggested donation £7).
In person, just turn up.
More info
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18 Jun
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18 Jun
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18 Jun

Wednesday Night Meditation

Our weekly Wednesday class gives you the chance to learn fresh approaches to meditation, try them out and ask questions to experienced meditators.
Free (suggested donation £11).
In person and online.
More info
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19 Jun
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19 Jun
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19 Jun

Thursday Night Class: Meditation & In-Conversation

The Fifty-One Mental Events: Transforming Every Aspect of the Mind

To transform the mind we need to know the mind. The fifty-one mental events provide a comprehensive map of the mind's every aspect: good, bad or indifferent. We hope you can join the Thursday evening class as we explore this extensive Buddhist teaching. We will be guided by Sangharakshita's Know Your Mind - our own teacher's exploration - and Mind in Harmony, the commentary upon it by Subhuti, the LBC's President.
Free (suggested donation £11).
In person, just turn up.
More info
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20 Jun
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20 Jun
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Sun
22 Jun

Buddhism & Meditation Weekend

Curious about retreats? This introductory weekend is an ideal first taste. Break out of your routine and spend two days learning transformative practices, connecting with others, and enjoying the beautiful Suffolk countryside.
£255 full | £205 conc
More info
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20 Jun
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20 Jun
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20 Jun

Friday Night Class

End the week in person at the LBC with an inspiring evening of meditation, tale-telling and ritual. For anyone who is familiar with the basics of the Mindfulness of Breathing and Metta Bhavana meditation practices.
Free (suggested donation £11).
In person, just turn up.
More info
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23 Jun
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23 Jun
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23 Jun

Dharma Night

Our Dharma Night class explores aspects of the Buddhist vision, drawing on two and a half thousand years of teachings to find practical application in the modern world. Join us for an evening of meditation, discussion and Dharma teaching.
Free (suggested donation £11).
In person and online.
More info
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25 Jun
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25 Jun
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25 Jun

Daytime Buddhism & Meditation Class

Join in for our regular daytime weekly class of Dharma teaching and meditation. In person at the LBC and live on Zoom. There is also a crèche for those aged 6 months to 5 years old.
Free (suggested donation £7).
More info

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