A retreat is a great way to take your meditation practice to the next level. On retreat, we live simply with others in an environment geared towards stillness and meditation. Away from everyday distractions, our mind can become quiet, deepening our sense of community and our understanding of the Buddha’s teachings. Retreat leaders skillfully guide us into deeper waters, where we get to know ourselves more deeply. A retreat can last a weekend, a week, or even longer.
Retreat centres run programmes aimed at different levels of experience, so you can find a retreat that is suitable for you. Why not take the plunge?
Retreats Coming up in 2026:
Friday 25 September to Friday 2 October
Buddhism for Today and Tomorrow - Summer Sanghas at Adhisthana
Led by Parami and Nagabodhi
We warmly invite people in our Brighton Sangha to join Sthanashradha and Gambhiradhi at Adhisthana for the Summer Sanghas Retreat.
This is a fantastic opportunity to engage with other sanghas coming together from Malta, Amsterdam, York & Scarborough, Scotland, Ghent, Stroud and Essen.
In 1976 Sangharakshita gave a series of public talks at Brighton Pavillion: Buddhism for Today and Tomorrow.
Under four headings – A Method of Personal Development, A Vision of Human Existence, A Nucleus of a New Society, and A Blueprint for a New World. In these talks he shared his vision of what we have to offer the world.
The questions we might be asking ourselves about Buddhism and the talks given by Sangharakshita 50 years ago will be explored. Are those offerings still relevant? Are they still alive in our community? How might we make them, and the principles they embody, manifest in this new age?
As well as meditation, puja and general discussion, part of our exploration will include dialogue between some Order members of many years’ standing, and some younger, newer Order members.
You can book directly with Adhisthana, using this link https://adhisthana.org/retreat-calendar/events/buddhism-for-today-and-tomorrow-summer-sanghas/
Also, if you would like to talk with us about it before booking your place, please feel free to contact us by email:
All good wishes
Sthanashraddha and Gambhiradhi
Rivendell Retreat Centre
Rivendell is our local retreat Centre north of Uckfield in the beautiful fields and woodland of the Sussex Weald.
Rivendell offers Introductory Retreats, Yoga & Meditation retreats, and many more for people of all levels of experience. Find out more at www.rivendellretreatcentre.com
Other Opportunities for Going on Retreat
There are many other opportunities for retreat within the Triratna Buddhist Community.
You will find details of all the retreat centres around the U.K associated with the Triratna Buddhist Community and also opportunities for solitary retreats at www.goingonretreat.com.
For camping retreats and Buddhafield events, including Buddhafield Festival, see : www.buddhafield.com.
