The LBC is at the heart of a varied and vibrant community of Buddhist practitioners in East London. We teach Buddhism and meditation in a way which is relevant to contemporary life.
The London Buddhist Centre is at the heart of a varied and vibrant community of Buddhist practitioners in East London. We teach Buddhism and meditation in a way which is relevant to contemporary life.
Highlights
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Thu
23 May
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7:15 pm
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9:30 pm
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Thu
23 May
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Sun
26 May
Tiratnaloka Unlimited
Tiratanaloka Unlimited is a campaign to establish a new, larger women’s retreat centre. The women training for ordination are ready, the Tiratanaloka team is ready, we now need everyone’s help to raise enough funds to make this a reality.
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Thu
23 May
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7:15 pm
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9:30 pm
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Thu
23 May
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Thu
23 May
50 Years of Ordination
A conversation with Subhuti
In the last 50 years, Subhuti has played a major role in the establishment of an international Buddhist movement, teaching extensively in India, Hungary, Mexico and the UK. As the driving force behind the building of the LBC and a leading figure throughout its history, we want to gather to hear about his life and celebrate his achievements. On this special evening, he’ll be in conversation with Manjusiha.
Free, with donations welcome
In Person and on YouTube
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Wed
5 Jun
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7:15 pm
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9:30 pm
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Wed
5 Jun
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Wed
26 Jun
The Wheel of Life
In this four-week course, Suryagupta, Chair of the LBC, will harness her love of stories, myths, and symbols to share the powerful image of the Tibetan Wheel of Life. An ideal lead up to the Summer retreats.
£90 Full / £50 Conc
In person, book online
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Fri
24 May
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8:00 pm
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10:00 pm
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Fri
24 May
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Fri
24 May
The Big, Bold, Buddhist Quiz
Mandala cafe
This isn’t just quiz. This is a spiritual journey. If you think quizzes are about more than questions, this is the experience you have been waiting for.
£7 per person
6 person team limit
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Sun
26 May
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10:00 am
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9:30 pm
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Sun
26 May
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Sun
26 May
Buddha Day Festival
Everyone is invited as we celebrate this most important day in the Buddhist calendar with meditation, stories from the life of the Buddha, shared food, and a special ritual in the evening.
Free (with donations welcome)
In person, with online elements
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Sun
2 Jun
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10:30 am
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5:00 pm
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Sun
2 Jun
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Sun
2 Jun
Entering the Imagination
A day retreat exploring how mindfulness can open up the expansive dimension of experience called ‘the imagination’. Over the day we’ll engage in a variety of mindfulness practices, reflections and creative explorations to access the potential of the imagination to awaken the heart, enrich our lives and give us fresh perspectives.
Free (suggested donation £40)
In person and on YouTube
Online offerings
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Tue
16 May
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2:26 pm
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3:26 pm
Online On-demand
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Tue
16 May
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Tue
16 May
Meditation Step by Step: Your Guide to Mindfulness
Our on-demand online course
An online course that you can take at your own pace. The course is taught by Suryagupta – Chair of the London Buddhist Centre. Teaching videos, guided meditations and worksheets, all of which can be done in your own time and that you can come back to as many times and you’d like.
Concessionary rates available
£99
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Sun
26 May
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4:30 pm
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5:30 pm
Online On-demand
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Sun
26 May
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Sun
26 May
The Buddha's Song of Victory
Subhuti
LBC President Subhuti gives the keynote talk at Buddha Day 2024, exploring the spontaneous verses uttered by the Buddha after his enlightenment under the Bodhi tree.
Free, with donations welcome
In Person and on YouTube
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Mon
3 Jun
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7:30 am
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8:30 am
Online On-demand
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Mon
3 Jun
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Mon
3 Jun
Online Morning Meditation
Start the day by tuning in to the LBC from home. A week-long series at the start of every month to enhance your daily practice. With a sequence of meditation teachings and the opportunity to ask questions. Suitable if you know the Metta Bhavana and Mindfulness of Breathing Meditation practices.
Free (with donations welcome)
On Zoom
