An oasis of calm in a busy city
Helping to transform life through Meditation, Buddhism, Mindfulness and Yoga.
At Brighton Buddhist Centre we teach meditation and Buddhism in a way that is relevant to contemporary life.
We are inspired to create an atmosphere which is conducive to spiritual practice: to calm, to friendship and to insight.
We are part of Triratna, an International Buddhist Movement.
The Centre is open every day for drop-in meditation and yoga and classes. No need to book in advance.
We also offer a range of courses which can be booked here on the website or over the phone or in-person at our reception desk.
Disabilty access: All of our entrances and doors are step-free and wheelchair accessible and we have a lift to all floors. We have a portable hearing loop system available on request.
What's Happening
Puja Course – Puja: What’s it all about?
Monday 28th September 7pm to 9pm, 4 weeks Full £60 / Concession £40 / Low waged, receiving benefits, student £30 ‘Puja’ is the name given to devotional practice within our Movement. It is an act of ritual and receptivity, in which we open ourselves up to the transcendental: the mythic realm of the Buddhas and […]
Life with Full Attention – A practical course in mindfulness
Wednesday 14th October 2026, 7pm to 9pm An 8 week course from Wednesday 14th October to Wednesday 9th December (with a break on Wednesday 28th October). We often feel like we’re not living life to the full. It’s as if instead of directly experiencing life we’re lost in a cacophony of thought, anxiety and chaos. […]
Mirror-Like Wisdom – A Day Retreat with Vajradarshini
Saturday 7th November 10.30am to 4.30pm A contemplative day of meditation and photographic practice, led by Vajradarshini We see the sky reflected in a puddle. That sky is not a sky — and yet it arises, dependent on certain causes and conditions. Completely empty of sky, it nonetheless has an effect: we have seen a […]
Beauty of Mantra
Saturday 14th November 7.30pm to 9.30pm Led by Mahasukha £14 in advance (book below) / £16 on the door “What is mantra? The path of magic.” Sangharakshita A magical evening of uplifting, meditative and devotional Buddhist mantra with beautiful harmonies. Mahasukha will teach a mantra(s) in part-harmony and accompany the chanting with gentle drumming. His […]