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Monastic Events in Edinburgh

Six monastics from Plum Village, France will visit Edinburgh for two days of in-depth teachings, guided practice, and shared reflection. Please join us for either day or for both

Friday evening 23 May and all day Saturday 24 May

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23 May 2025 - 24 May 2025

The Friday and Saturday events are complementary but independent – join either or both.

 

An Evening of Teachings & Reflections

Fri 23 May | 7:00 – 9:00 PM

St Cuthbert’s, 5 Lothian Road, EH1 2EP
Suggested donation £10-£15
Doors at 6.30pm

Start the weekend with an evening of teachings and personal insights from the monastics. Drawing on lived experience and Buddhist psychology, they will explore how mindfulness can help us find joy and stability amidst uncertainty, and how we can stay connected to ourselves and others in times of challenge.

Friday info and booking

 

A Day of Mindfulness in Action

Sat 24 May | 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Edinburgh University Chaplaincy, 1 Bristo Square, EH8 9AL
Suggested donation £25-£30

Spend the day immersed in guided practice and embodied learning. The programme includes:

• Sitting and walking meditation
• Deep relaxation
• Mindful eating
• Small-group workshops
• Practical tools for integrating mindfulness into study, work, and daily life

Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed, curious, or simply seeking deeper connection, this day offers space to pause, reflect, and reconnect with what matters most.

Saturday info and booking

 

Who is it for?

Open to everyone — including students, researchers, professionals, and experienced mindfulness practitioners. No prior meditation experience is necessary.

 

What to Bring

Comfortable clothing; a meditation cushion or mat if you prefer (chairs will be provided)

Please bring a thermos of your favorite tea or coffee, or a cold non-alcoholic drink as well as a packed vegetarian or vegan lunch for the day of mindfulness.