Whether you are a beginner to meditation, or you have been meditating for a while, our Monday night drop-in meditation classes are a great way to learn and practice with others. The Buddha said that the mind is luminous when released from distractions. Meditation can help us be less distracted as well as more loving…
The London Mitra convenors have been dreaming up a day when all the London Mitras can come together, get to know one another, practise and explore the Dharma together. And with Brixton having recently (almost!) secured their new centre, we thought it would be especially lovely to gather there. Our theme for the day will…
On this event for the men of the Brixton Buddhist community we’ll be taking as our inspiration the building of the Buddhist monastery Samye in 8th century Tibet. The king of Tibet had decided to convert to Buddhism and wanted desperately to build a great Buddhist monastery. But despite much physical effort and progress during…
Whether you are a beginner to meditation, or you have been meditating for a while, our Monday night drop-in meditation classes are a great way to learn and practice with others. The Buddha said that the mind is luminous when released from distractions. Meditation can help us be less distracted as well as more loving…
We are throwing open the doors of 21 Effra Parade for a jumble sale. We’d love you to come and rummage! We’re fundraising to transform 21 Effra Parade into a Buddhist Centre and a permanent home for the Brixton Buddhist Community. With your help we’ll renovate this run-down community hall into a beautiful haven of…
Have you ever wondered "What is Buddhism?", or "What does Buddhism have to do with meditation?" If so, we have the course for you. Join our six-week introductory course, an experiential guide where you will discover who the Buddha was and learn about his core teachings. We’ll put the teachings into context, and then into…
Mark your calendars for Sangha Day 2026. We'll have our usual wonderful program of celebration and practice together, with a special talk from Vajratara. Begins at 11.30am with morning meditation, followed by community lunch, then a practice afternoon, ending with Mitra ceremonies and a ritual. Do plan to join us!
Do you recognise the good conditions in your life? We naturally recognise and respond to our practical needs. When we are hungry, we prepare a nourishing meal. We brush our teeth, rest when we are tired, and spend time with friends and family. But there is another question: What good conditions do you create for…
