"Enter The Secret Valley: The Pioneers of Guhyaloka" film screening capturing the energy and trials and tribulatins of a group of young men on a mission to create a new world in a remote Spanish Valley. Doors Open 6pm options to bring snacks or food to share. Film Starts 7pm. Hosted by Dayanatha

An event for men who have asked for Ordination and Order Members to come together to mark the sending off of the men who will be Ordained this Summer. Alfie, Oscar, Patrick, Simon, Thomas and Wayne will speak to us about their path so far and we’ll hear the latest update from Padmasagara on the state of Guhyaloka.

A special Dharma Night with senior teachers Maitreyabandhu and Jnanavaca where they explore Ordination as the path towards finding truth and meaning in a turbulent world.

What does it mean to be a disciple in the Buddhist tradition? Suvajra ordained Maitreyabandhu into the Triratna Buddhist Order, and their long-standing teacher–student relationship bring inspiring insights into how spiritual friendship can be. Maitreyabandhu will interview Suvajra on what discipleship has meant in their own experience — how guidance, trust, and spiritual friendship shape a life of practice.

The Mandala Café becomes The Bar-do for the evening — an AF cocktail bar serving a creative range of mood-enhancing alcohol-free drinks, with a live music set from Jasper Llewellyn (Band member from ‘caroline’) and friends.

A lively ceilidh at the Methodist Church, Bethnal Green, with food and an auction of some of the most sought-after skills the sangha has to offer. All welcome - no previous experience needed.

Vidyadaka who lives at Padmaloka, the ordination retreat centre for men, will be leading the special men's event, where he will talk about the significance of Ordination. Followed by a chef prepared dinner at the Mandala cafe.