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LunchtimeMeditation | Monday to Saturday | 1–2pm
Monday Night Dharma | 7.15–9.30pm
Tuesday Night Meditation | 7.15–9.15pm
Wednesday Morning Dharma| 10.30–12.30pm
Wednesday Mantra Chanting | 5.30–6.30pm
Wednesday Night Meditation | 7.15–9.30pm
Thursday Night Meditation & In Conversation| 7.15–9.15pm
Friday Night Story-telling and Ritual | 7.15–9.30pm
Saturday Meditation | 10.30am–12.15pm and 1–2pm

Weekly in-person classes

You don't need to book, just turn up

Lunchtime Meditation | Mon to Sat
1–2pm
Monday Night Dharma | 7.15–9.30pm
Tuesday Night Meditation | 7.15–9.15pm
Wednesday Morning Dharma | 10.30–12.30pm
Wednesday Night Meditation | 7.15–9.30pm
Thursday Night Meditation & In Conversation
7.15–9.15pm
Friday Night Story-telling and Ritual | 7.15–9.30pm
Saturday Meditation
10.30am–12.15pm and 1–2pm

Urban Retreat

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Sat 16 Sep - Sat 23 Sep

Be on retreat in the midst of your life

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Highlights

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Sat
12 Sep
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Fri
18 Sep

The Urban Retreat 2026

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Tue
29 Sep
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Tue
3 Nov

Who Hates the Metta Bhavana?

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Sat
19 Sep
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Sun
20 Sep

Padmasambhava Festival: Transforming Demons

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Sat
19 Sep
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2:30 pm
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3:30 pm

Mural Unveiling

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Wed
23 Sep
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Sun
27 Sep

Buddhism & Meditation Immersion Retreat

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Fri 3 Apr - Sun 12 Apr

An Evening with the Chair:

A Vision of a New World

We all want to feel happy and inspired, but unless we're growing, we often feel thwarted. Come on retreat at this time of blossoming and renewal, and get in touch with value and meaning. We’ll be creating the best possible conditions in which to practise meditation and Buddhism so we can grow towards our full potential, and even touch the sacred.
In person and online
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Saturdays
Sub30
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10
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10 Oct
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10:30 am
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12:30 pm
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10 Oct
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Oct

Sub30 Breakfast Seminar

For those aged 18–30

Join this vibrant monthly seminar for people aged 18–30, and explore Buddhist wisdom in the context of the modern world.
Free (with donations welcome).
In person, just turn up.
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Saturdays
Yoga
Recurring/Weekly
Sat
10
Oct
10 Oct
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11:30 am
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12:45 pm
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10 Oct
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10 Oct
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Oct

Saturday Lunchtime Yoga Class

Visit us in Bethnal Green to practice yoga as a foundation for meditation - encouraging flexibility, strength and awareness of physical sensations.
£9
In person, book online.
More info
Saturdays
Meditation
Recurring/Weekly
Sat
10
Oct
10 Oct
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1:00 pm
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2:00 pm
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10 Oct
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10 Oct
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Oct

Lunchtime Meditation Class

Join us in person to meditate with others in the LBC shrine room and develop your ability to work creatively with your mind. Ideal for complete newcomers and for those who want to keep learning.
Free (with donations welcome).
In person, just turn up.
More info
Saturdays
Yoga
Day Event
Sat
10
Oct
10 Oct
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2:30 pm
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5:00 pm
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10 Oct
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10 Oct
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Oct

Kum Nye Tibetan Yoga Workshop

Kum Nye is a Tibetan movement practice, similar to tai chi or yoga. This workshop explores simple exercises using movement, breath and awareness to release tension and develop a deeper sense of ease in both body and mind.
£26 full | £19 low income
In person, book online.
More info
Saturdays
Arts & Culture
Mandala Café
Weekends
Sat
10
Oct
10 Oct
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6:30 pm
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9:30 pm
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10 Oct
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10 Oct
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Oct

Candlelit Social with Irish Trad Music

At the Mandala Café

Step into a Candlelit Social at the Mandala Café, featuring live folk music, food and drinks.
£5
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Saturdays
Arts & Culture
Weekends
Sat
10
Oct
10 Oct
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7:15 pm
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9:15 pm
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10 Oct
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10 Oct
10
Oct

Film Night: The Conversation (1974)

A surveillance expert is hired to record a couple's conversation in a crowded square, then becomes consumed by guilt over what the tape might reveal.
Free (suggested donation £10)
In person, just turn up.
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Sundays
Day Event
Recovery
Sun
11
Oct
11 Oct
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10:00 am
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5:00 pm
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11 Oct
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Sun
11 Oct
11
Oct

Buddhism & 12-Step Day

A day exploring 12-Step Recovery in the context of Buddhist practice. Through meditation, talks, reflection and ritual we’ll be sharing our experience, strength and vision.
Free (with donations welcome).
In person, just turn up.
More info
Sundays
People of Colour
Sun
11
Oct
11 Oct
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10:00 am
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11:30 am
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11 Oct
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11 Oct
11
Oct

People of Colour Online Class

A chance for people of colour to come together, meditate and reflect on our lives in light of the Buddha’s teachings. All levels of experience welcome.
Online only.
More info
Sundays
Families & Children
Sun
11
Oct
11 Oct
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11:00 am
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1:30 pm
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11 Oct
11
Oct

Mindful Morning for Teens

Meet with like-minded teens (12–17 years old) to learn about Buddhism and meditation, and explore how to have a positive impact in the world and increase your mental well-being.
Free (suggested donation £15)
In person, sign up online.
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Mondays
Yoga
Recurring/Weekly
Mon
12
Oct
12 Oct
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12:00 pm
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12:45 pm
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12 Oct
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Mon
12 Oct
12
Oct

Lunchtime Yoga Class

Visit us in Bethnal Green to practice yoga as a foundation for meditation - encouraging flexibility, strength and awareness of physical sensations.
£9
In person, book online.
More info
Mondays
Meditation
Recurring/Weekly
Mon
12
Oct
12 Oct
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1:00 pm
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2:00 pm
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12 Oct
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Mon
12 Oct
12
Oct

Lunchtime Meditation Class

Join us in person to meditate with others in the LBC shrine room and develop your ability to work creatively with your mind. Ideal for complete newcomers and for those who want to keep learning.
Free (with donations welcome).
In person, just turn up.
More info
Mondays
Yoga
Recurring/Weekly
Mon
12
Oct
12 Oct
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5:30 pm
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6:30 pm
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12 Oct
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Mon
12 Oct
12
Oct

Evening Yoga Class

Visit us in Bethnal Green to practice yoga as a foundation for meditation - encouraging flexibility, strength and awareness of physical sensations.
£11
In person, book online.
More info
Buddhism
Meditation
Online
Mondays
Recurring/Weekly
Mon
12
Oct
12 Oct
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7:15 pm
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9:45 pm
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12 Oct
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12 Oct
12
Oct

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
Tuesdays
Yoga
Recurring/Weekly
Tue
13
Oct
13 Oct
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12:00 pm
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12:45 pm
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13 Oct
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Tue
13 Oct
13
Oct

Lunchtime Yoga Class

Visit us in Bethnal Green to practice yoga as a foundation for meditation - encouraging flexibility, strength and awareness of physical sensations.
£9
In person, book online.
More info
Tuesdays
Meditation
Recurring/Weekly
Tue
13
Oct
13 Oct
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1:00 pm
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2:00 pm
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13 Oct
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Tue
13 Oct
13
Oct

Lunchtime Meditation Class

Join us in person to meditate with others in the LBC shrine room and develop your ability to work creatively with your mind. Ideal for complete newcomers and for those who want to keep learning.
Free (with donations welcome).
In person, just turn up.
More info
Tuesdays
Recurring/Weekly
Tue
13
Oct
13 Oct
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2:15 pm
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3:00 pm
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13 Oct
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13 Oct
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Oct

Volunteering Session

with Maitreyaraja

Come along after the lunchtime class to work alongside the caretakers in looking after the fabric of the Centre. A wonderful way to give back to the LBC.
In person, just turn up.
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Tuesdays
Meditation
Recurring/Weekly
Tue
13
Oct
13 Oct
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7:15 pm
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9:30 pm
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13 Oct
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13 Oct
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Oct

Tuesday Night Meditation Class

You can either learn to meditate from scratch and develop the foundations for a daily practice or join the regulars to build on what you know and discover how to apply Wisdom reflections in meditation.
Free (suggested donation £11).
In person, just turn up.
More info
Buddhism
Meditation
Wednesdays
Online
Families & Children
Wed
14
Oct
14 Oct
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10:35 am
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12:30 pm
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14 Oct
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Wed
14 Oct
14
Oct

Daytime Buddhism & Meditation Class

Essential Buddhism

In this series, we will be exploring the essential teachings of Buddhism. We will do this by way of talks, discussion and workshops looking at the Three Jewels – Buddha, Dharma, Sangha – and seeing how these can guide us in our lives today.
In person and online.
More info
Wednesdays
Yoga
Recurring/Weekly
Wed
14
Oct
14 Oct
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12:00 pm
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12:45 pm
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Wed
14 Oct
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Wed
14 Oct
14
Oct

Lunchtime Yoga Class

Visit us in Bethnal Green to practice yoga as a foundation for meditation - encouraging flexibility, strength and awareness of physical sensations.
£9
In person, book online.
More info
Wednesdays
Meditation
Recurring/Weekly
Wed
14
Oct
14 Oct
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1:00 pm
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2:00 pm
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Wed
14 Oct
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Wed
14 Oct
14
Oct

Lunchtime Meditation Class

Join us in person to meditate with others in the LBC shrine room and develop your ability to work creatively with your mind. Ideal for complete newcomers and for those who want to keep learning.
Free (with donations welcome).
In person, just turn up.
More info
Wednesdays
Buddhism
Recurring/Weekly
Wed
14
Oct
14 Oct
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5:30 pm
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6:30 pm
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14 Oct
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14 Oct
14
Oct

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
Wednesdays
Yoga
Recurring/Weekly
Wed
14
Oct
14 Oct
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5:30 pm
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6:30 pm
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14 Oct
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Wed
14 Oct
14
Oct

Evening Yoga Class

Visit us in Bethnal Green to practice yoga as a foundation for meditation - encouraging flexibility, strength and awareness of physical sensations.
£11
In person, book online.
More info
Wednesdays
Buddhism
Meditation
Online
Recurring/Weekly
Wed
14
Oct
14 Oct
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7:15 pm
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9:30 pm
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14 Oct
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Wed
14 Oct
14
Oct

Anniversary of the Dhamma Revolution

Mark 70 years since Dr B. R. Ambedkar led hundreds of thousands of former 'untouchables' into Buddhism, launching a movement for dignity and freedom.
Free (suggested donation £15)
In person and online.
More info
Thursdays
Yoga
Recurring/Weekly
Thu
15
Oct
15 Oct
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12:00 pm
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12:45 pm
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Thu
15 Oct
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Thu
15 Oct
15
Oct

Lunchtime Yoga Class

Visit us in Bethnal Green to practice yoga as a foundation for meditation - encouraging flexibility, strength and awareness of physical sensations.
£9
In person, book online.
More info
Thursdays
Meditation
Recurring/Weekly
Thu
15
Oct
15 Oct
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1:00 pm
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2:00 pm
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Thu
15 Oct
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Thu
15 Oct
15
Oct

Lunchtime Meditation Class

Join us in person to meditate with others in the LBC shrine room and develop your ability to work creatively with your mind. Ideal for complete newcomers and for those who want to keep learning.
Free (with donations welcome).
In person, just turn up.
More info
Thursdays
Recovery
Recurring/Weekly
Thu
15
Oct
15 Oct
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5:00 pm
-
6:30 pm
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Thu
15 Oct
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Thu
15 Oct
15
Oct

Eight Step Recovery Group for Men

Eight Step Recovery is an alternative recovery program to the 12-Step program of Alcoholic Anonymous. The program is a set of mindfulness teachings outlining a suggested course of action for recovery from addiction, stinking thinking, negative mental states, and compulsive and obsessive behaviours.
Free (with donations welcome).
In person, just turn up.
More info
Thursdays
Buddhism
Meditation
Recurring/Weekly
Thu
15
Oct
15 Oct
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7:15 pm
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9:15 pm
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15 Oct
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Thu
15 Oct
15
Oct

Thursday Night Class: Meditation & In-Conversation

Join us for an evening of meditation, discussion and Dharma teaching. The second half of the class features a conversation about how we can relate themes from the Buddhas teachings to our lives today.
Free (suggested donation £11).
In person, just turn up.
More info
Buddhism
Meditation
Thursdays
Retreats
Multi-day
Thu
15
Oct
15 Oct
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8:00 pm
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4:00 pm
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Thu
15 Oct
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Sun
18 Oct
15
Oct

Women's Intensive Long Weekend

Led by a team of Order Members and Mitra Convenors, join this long weekend to take your understanding and practice of Buddhism deeper in a strongly communal context. On this retreat we'll be emphasising Buddhist ideas through talks and discussion, following the unique life and teachings of the Tibetan teacher Milarepa.
£310 full | £250 low income | £200 18-25s
In person, book online.
More info
Fridays
Yoga
Recurring/Weekly
Fri
16
Oct
16 Oct
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12:00 pm
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12:45 pm
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Fri
16 Oct
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Fri
16 Oct
16
Oct

Lunchtime Yoga Class

Visit us in Bethnal Green to practice yoga as a foundation for meditation - encouraging flexibility, strength and awareness of physical sensations.
£9
In person, book online.
More info
Fridays
Meditation
Recurring/Weekly
Fri
16
Oct
16 Oct
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1:00 pm
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2:00 pm
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Fri
16 Oct
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Fri
16 Oct
16
Oct

Lunchtime Meditation Class

Join us in person to meditate with others in the LBC shrine room and develop your ability to work creatively with your mind. Ideal for complete newcomers and for those who want to keep learning.
Free (with donations welcome).
In person, just turn up.
More info
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