Suitable for Newcomers / Intermediates / Regulars.
This key buddhist festival marks the final passing of the Buddha two and a half millennia ago. Death is a mystery to us all with the death of an Enlightened one being even more mysterious.  Parinivana day gives us an opportunity not just to reflect on the great mystery of death but also to rejoice in the example of the Buddha’s life and in the precious opportunity our own lives present us with.

The Buddha advised his followers that if they were to thrive they should ‘meet together regularly and in large numbers.’ Festivals are central to the life of the Buddhist community, providing us with a regular opportunity to gather as a community for a celebration of the Buddha and his teachings. Bring a vegetarian lunch to share at 1pm followed by an afternoon of meditation, discussion, talks and workshops culminating in a ritual in the early evening. 

Mitras & Order Members only at 10.15am (doors open 10am)

Doors then open at 11.15am and everyone is welcome regardless of your experience level.

11.30am Reflective meditations

1pm Shared lunch

2pm Meditation

3pm Tea break

3.30pm Talk followed by discussion 

4.45 Tea Break 

5.15pm Sevenfold puja

Our wonderful teachers give their time for free to put on these events. Please join that spirit of generosity and help us to keep our Centre alive through this current crisis. Please donate if you can by clicking here and use reference ‘Festival Day’. Suggested donation £20.