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
30 Jul
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9:30 pm
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Wed
30 Jul
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Wed
30 Jul

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
31 Jul
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7:15 pm
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9:15 pm
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Thu
31 Jul
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Thu
31 Jul

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
1 Aug
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7:15 pm
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9:30 pm
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Fri
1 Aug
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Fri
1 Aug

Stories from the life of Urgyen Sangharakshita

A Friday night series

Sangharakshita is one of the most significant Buddhist figures of the last century. He led a creative, wholehearted and fascinating life, growing up in London, wandering in India, becoming a Buddhist monk, and setting up a new Buddhist movement for the modern world. Come along to the Friday class during August and hear some of the remarkable stories from his life.
Free (suggested donation £11).
In person, just turn up.
More info
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Sun
3 Aug
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10:00 am
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5:00 pm
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Sun
3 Aug
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Sun
3 Aug

Buddhism & Deep Ecology Day

Join Sanghasiha, Kavyamani, Guhyasakhi and friends for a day retreat exploring our relationship with the land as Dharma farers. Expect sound meditation practice, a talk, conversation, ritual and a deeper connection with ourselves, each other and the other-than-human world.
Free (suggested donation £40).
In person, just turn up.
More info
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Mon
4 Aug
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7:15 pm
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9:45 pm
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Mon
4 Aug
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Mon
4 Aug

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
6 Aug
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10:35 am
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12:30 pm
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Wed
6 Aug
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Wed
6 Aug

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
6 Aug
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5:30 pm
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6:30 pm
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Wed
6 Aug
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Wed
6 Aug

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
6 Aug
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7:15 pm
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9:30 pm
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Wed
6 Aug
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Wed
6 Aug

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
7 Aug
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7:15 pm
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9:15 pm
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Thu
7 Aug
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Thu
7 Aug

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
8 Aug
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6:30 pm
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12:00 pm
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Fri
8 Aug
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Sun
17 Aug

Summer Retreat

The Summer Retreat is a nine-day retreat. This gives you the time and space to change modes from an acquisitive, utilitarian, stress-mode to a creative, appreciative mode.
£630 full | £500 conc | £410 18-25s/camping
More info
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Fri
8 Aug
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7:15 pm
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9:30 pm
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Fri
8 Aug
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Fri
8 Aug

Stories from the life of Urgyen Sangharakshita

A Friday night series

Sangharakshita is one of the most significant Buddhist figures of the last century. He led a creative, wholehearted and fascinating life, growing up in London, wandering in India, becoming a Buddhist monk, and setting up a new Buddhist movement for the modern world. Come along to the Friday class during August and hear some of the remarkable stories from his life.
Free (suggested donation £11).
In person, just turn up.
More info
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Sat
9 Aug
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2:15 pm
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2:45 pm
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Sat
9 Aug
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Sat
9 Aug

Full Moon Puja

(after Saturday Lunchtime Class)

After the Saturday Lunchtime 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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Sun
10 Aug
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10:00 am
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11:30 am
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Sun
10 Aug
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Sun
10 Aug

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
11 Aug
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7:15 pm
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9:45 pm
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Mon
11 Aug
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Mon
11 Aug

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
11 Aug
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7:15 pm
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9:45 pm
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11 Aug
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Mon
15 Sep

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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Wed
13 Aug
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10:35 am
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12:30 pm
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Wed
13 Aug
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Wed
13 Aug

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
13 Aug
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5:30 pm
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6:30 pm
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13 Aug
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Wed
13 Aug

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
13 Aug
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7:15 pm
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9:30 pm
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13 Aug
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Wed
13 Aug

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
14 Aug
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7:15 pm
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9:15 pm
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14 Aug
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Thu
14 Aug

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
15 Aug
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7:15 pm
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9:30 pm
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Fri
15 Aug
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Fri
15 Aug

Stories from the life of Urgyen Sangharakshita

A Friday night series

Sangharakshita is one of the most significant Buddhist figures of the last century. He led a creative, wholehearted and fascinating life, growing up in London, wandering in India, becoming a Buddhist monk, and setting up a new Buddhist movement for the modern world. Come along to the Friday class during August and hear some of the remarkable stories from his life.
Free (suggested donation £11).
In person, just turn up.
More info
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Mon
18 Aug
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7:15 pm
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9:45 pm
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18 Aug
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Mon
18 Aug

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
20 Aug
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10:35 am
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12:30 pm
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20 Aug
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Wed
20 Aug

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
20 Aug
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5:30 pm
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6:30 pm
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20 Aug
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Wed
20 Aug

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
20 Aug
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7:15 pm
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9:30 pm
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20 Aug
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Wed
20 Aug

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
21 Aug
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9:15 pm
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21 Aug
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Thu
21 Aug

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
22 Aug
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7:00 pm
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12:00 pm
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22 Aug
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Fri
29 Aug

People of Colour Retreat

A week long retreat for People of Colour to come together, meditate, and be inspired by the Buddha’s teaching.
£500 full | £250 conc | £250 camping
More info
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Fri
22 Aug
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7:15 pm
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9:30 pm
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22 Aug
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Fri
22 Aug

Stories from the life of Urgyen Sangharakshita

A Friday night series

Sangharakshita is one of the most significant Buddhist figures of the last century. He led a creative, wholehearted and fascinating life, growing up in London, wandering in India, becoming a Buddhist monk, and setting up a new Buddhist movement for the modern world. Come along to the Friday class during August and hear some of the remarkable stories from his life.
Free (suggested donation £11).
In person, just turn up.
More info
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Mon
25 Aug
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7:15 pm
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9:45 pm
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25 Aug
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Mon
25 Aug

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
27 Aug
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10:35 am
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12:30 pm
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Wed
27 Aug
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Wed
27 Aug

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
27 Aug
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5:30 pm
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6:30 pm
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Wed
27 Aug
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Wed
27 Aug

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
27 Aug
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27 Aug
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Wed
27 Aug

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
28 Aug
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9:15 pm
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28 Aug
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Thu
28 Aug

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
29 Aug
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29 Aug
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Sun
31 Aug

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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Fri
29 Aug
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29 Aug
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Fri
29 Aug

Stories from the life of Urgyen Sangharakshita

A Friday night series

Sangharakshita is one of the most significant Buddhist figures of the last century. He led a creative, wholehearted and fascinating life, growing up in London, wandering in India, becoming a Buddhist monk, and setting up a new Buddhist movement for the modern world. Come along to the Friday class during August and hear some of the remarkable stories from his life.
Free (suggested donation £11).
In person, just turn up.
More info
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Mon
1 Sep
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1 Sep
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Mon
1 Sep

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
3 Sep
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3 Sep
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Wed
3 Sep

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
3 Sep
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3 Sep
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Wed
3 Sep

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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3 Sep
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3 Sep
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Wed
3 Sep

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
4 Sep
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4 Sep
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4 Sep

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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5 Sep
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5 Sep
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5 Sep

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
8 Sep
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8 Sep
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Mon
8 Sep

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
10 Sep
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10 Sep
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Wed
10 Sep

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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10 Sep
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Wed
10 Sep
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Wed
10 Sep

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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10 Sep
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10 Sep
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10 Sep

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 Sep
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11 Sep
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11 Sep

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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12 Sep
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12 Sep
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12 Sep

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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14 Sep
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14 Sep
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Fri
19 Sep

Working Retreat

Join our working retreat at Vajrasana, to help out with taking care of the buildings, space, and gardens, alongside typical retreat activities of meditation, study, ritual and connecting with others.
£150 full | £115 conc
More info
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15 Sep
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15 Sep
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Mon
15 Sep

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
17 Sep
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17 Sep
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17 Sep

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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17 Sep
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17 Sep
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17 Sep

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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