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SUMMARY:Being Peace Centre Retreats
DESCRIPTION:Please find the Being Peace Retreat Calendar here: https://beingpeace.uk/retreats
URL:https://plumvillage.uk/event/being-peace-centre-retreats/
LOCATION:Being Peace Practice Centre\, Church Lane\, Abenhall\, Mitcheldean\, Gloucestershire\, GL17 0DX\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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SUMMARY:The Art of Zen - Leicester Weekend Course
DESCRIPTION:The Art of Zen was formerly Be Calm Be Happy \nSchedule\nSaturday 25 Apr: 10 AM – 5 PM\nSunday 26 Apr: 10 AM – 4 PM \n  \n\n  \nCourse Overview\nThe course offers a deeper understanding of mindfulness and how it can support many aspects of your daily life. \nThe wisdom of Zen Master Thich Nhat Hanh teaches us to find a sense of peace within ourselves\, and serenity in the face of suffering. In a supportive community of like-minded people we experience developing more kindness and compassion. \nWe will introduce and explore new ways of bringing mindfulness into our day\, not only in meditation\, but also in how we eat\, behave\, speak to ourselves and others\, and take care of ourselves. \nThis course provides\n\nAn opportunity to experience the power of practising mindfulness in a supportive community\nA grounding in Thich Nhat Hanh’s approach to mindfulness\nA programme of structured learning and guidance from experienced practitioners\, which helps build a mindfulness practice that is stable and self-reliant\nUnderstanding ways to live with less anxiety and a greater sense of wellbeing\nEthical strategies to help cope with life’s stresses and develop inner peace\n\nMindfulness encourages a sense of wellbeing moment by moment\, as well as being aware of what is happening in the present moment without reacting to it. \nWhat does the course offer?\n\nAn introduction to mindfulness\, how it works and how to practise it\nReducing feelings such as loneliness\, anxiety\, anger\, and depression by establishing a stable and lasting mindfulness practice\nA sense of connection and community by practising and sharing together with course participants\nPractical exercises to help you bring more awareness to your experiences\, understand the importance of rest\, and what it means to be more Zen\nConnecting more deeply with family and friends by learning the art of compassionate speech and deep listening\nThe art of mindfulness in everyday life as a means of generating compassion\, joy and calm for yourself and others\n\nReported benefits\n\nIncreased enjoyment of life\nIncreased ability to be calm and relaxed\nIncreased control of emotions such as anger and anxiety\nImproved sleep quality\nFewer feelings of anxiety and low mood\n\nWho can attend?\nThis course is suitable for beginners\, as well as those wishing to gain a fuller understanding of how mindfulness can support calm and peaceful living. Mindfulness is a practice originating in Buddhism and supported by neuroscience and psychology; it may be practised by those of all faiths and none. \nMany of our participants learn new ways to care for their wellbeing and can develop positive responses to challenging situations. \n  \nCourse Leaders\n  \n\nIan Sneath\nIan is a fully ordained student of Zen Master Thich Nhat Hanh\, receiving the Dharma name True Insight on the Path\, while living for two years in Thich Nhat Hanh’s Plum Village Monastery in France. \nIn 2014 he attended the 21-day retreat\, “What happens when we are alive\, what happens when we die?” led by Thich Nhat Hanh. This was a deeply powerful\, healing\, and transformative teaching that made Ian stop\, look deeply\, and realise that he had been on the wrong entrepreneurial path for most of his life. \nMindfulness has given Ian so much benefit\, helping every aspect of his life (ethics\, health\, relationships\, compassion\, insight\, concentration\, livelihood\, peace\, kindness\, openness\, etc) and his volition is now to dedicate his life to continuing to deepen his practice\, to lead a happy and joyful life and to help bring Thich Nhat Hanh’s teachings to others\, whilst also building community. \nIan spends time between Plum Village France and the UK and practices predominantly with Nottingham Deep Roots and Durham Sacred Earth Sanghas. \n  \n\nKirstie Berridge\nKirstie is firmly committed to the Plum Village approach to mindfulness\, having been introduced to Thich Nhat Hanh in 2013 and receiving the Five Mindfulness Trainings while on retreat in Plum Village France in 2022 and the lineage name\, Deepening Path of the Source. Kirstie is now enjoying the journey as an Aspirant to receive the Fourteen Mindfulness Training and to join the UK Order of Interbeing. \nMuch of Kirstie’s time is spent on Sangha building and spreading the teachings of Thich Nhat Hanh\, providing administrative and marketing support for Plum Village UK on a voluntary basis\, including supporting the delivery of Plum Village UK’s Mindfulness courses and serving as the UK Sangha Coordinator. Kirstie is fortunate to visit Plum Village France regularly. \nKirstie continues to experience the transformational benefits of practicing mindfulness on all aspects of her life\, including relationships\, right livelihood and interbeing. Kirstie lives just outside of Stamford and practises with the Nottingham Deep Roots Sangha with an aspiration to continue to build Sangha\, including in and around Rutland / Lincolnshire. \n  \nPractical Info\nLocation\nGroby Community Centre\n39 Forest Rise\nGroby\nLeicester\nLE6 0BB \nTravel\nThe Community Centre has a small car park and there is also plenty of street parking. Groby is also accessible by bus from Leicester city and the surrounding area. Please check before booking that you are able to access the venue via public transport. \nRefreshments\nTea / coffee / herbal teas will be available. Please bring a packed lunch on both days. \nAccessibility\nAlthough the venue is single storey and accessible for wheelchair users\, the disabled toilets need updating. If you have any queries please email us. \nPricing\nStandard Rate | £130 \nThis rate helps us to sustain the course. \nSponsor Rate | £200\nThis rate helps us to sustain the course and allow us to offer it to to those on a lower income. \nDiscounted Rate | £95\nFor students and participants on a low income that cannot afford the standard rate. \nSupported Rate | £30\nFor those with no income\, one or two supported places are available. \nPlum Village UK is a not for profit charity based in the UK\, dedicated to sharing the practice of mindfulness and mindful living in the Plum Village tradition. \nThe pricing range enables us to cover marketing and admin costs and ensure the continuation of the courses well into the future. \nRefund Policy\nIf you cancel your booking at least 14 days before the start of the course we will refund your course fee. After this time\, no refunds will be possible. \n  \nFrequently Asked Questions\nWhat should I bring with me?\nYou may find it helpful to bring the following with you to class: \n\nA pen and notebook for journaling.\nA meditation cushion\, stool\, mat or blanket – or whatever helps you to be comfortable\, particularly during the meditation sessions. Chairs will be provided.\nA packed lunch. We will be invited to eat together during the break for lunch. Local cafes and shops are also a short walk away.\nA selection of hot drinks will be available\, but if you have a favourite drink\, please bring this.\n\nWhat should I wear?\nPlease dress casually and comfortably. You may find it helpful to wear several layers\, so that you can remove/add a layer to maintain a comfortable body temperature during the day and particularly while meditating. \nWhat do I need to do to prepare?\nYou do not need to do anything to prepare for the course. This course is designed to be suitable for beginners and all the information you need will be provided. During the course we will propose some home practices and routine activities to help you integrate mindfulness and meditation into your daily life\, including Apps and links to guided meditations online. \nWhat further information will I receive?\nYou will receive a confirmation email once you have registered. \nContact Us\nIf there is anything else you would like to know before the course starts please do not hesitate to contact us: kirstieberridge@plumvillage.uk \n  \nWith best wishes\nKirstie and Ian \n\nPARTICIPANT AGREEMENT \nPlease read the terms and conditions listed below carefully. It is important that you understand and agree to these fully. \nI acknowledge that I am physically and psychologically fit enough to participate in this programme. I know of no reason\, nor have I been informed by my doctor or health care professional\, of any reason why my participation in this programme would do me or others harm of any nature. \nI understand that the course may raise emotional issues. Whilst mindfulness can be helpful with ordinary anxiety and low mood\, this course is not suitable for people with extreme anxiety\, severe depression\, psychosis or personality disorder. \nThe course is not intended to provide a therapeutic environment. It is not a substitute for ongoing medical support. \nI agree to take full responsibility for my own health and well-being. \nI understand that participants and instructors must keep everything that happens within the course completely confidential. \nAs a participant\, I agree not to record or make any reproduction of the whole or any part of the programme\, materials or electronic files and I understand that the content is protected by copyright laws. \n 
URL:https://plumvillage.uk/event/the-art-of-zen-leicester-weekend-course/
LOCATION:Groby Community Centre\, 39 Forest Rise\, Leicester\, LE6 0BB\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:Mai Blossom UK - Vietnamese Sangha
DESCRIPTION:Mai Blossom UK is a Vietnamese Sangha based in London practicing in the Plum Village tradition. We offer a gentle space for Vietnamese friends who wish to explore the practice in Vietnamese and enjoy Thay’s Vietnamese teachings. Whether you are taking your first steps on the path or wishing to deepen your practice in Vietnamese\, you are lovingly welcomed into our Mai Blossom UK Sangha. \nWe gather once a month\, alternating between Saturdays and Sundays so that as many friends as possible can join. In each session\, we enjoy mindful sitting\, mindful walking\, and the simple joy of breathing together. There are moments for singing\, sharing from the heart\, and listening to Dharma talks from Thay – Zen Master Thích Nhat Hanh\, nourishing calmness and peace in ourselves and in our Vietnamese community. \nUpcoming dates \n\nSunday 26 April between 3:00 – 5:00 pm at Kagyu Samye Dzong London\nSaturday 30 May between 3:30 – 5:30 pm at Westminster Quaker Meeting House\n\nWhen conditions allow\, we also help organise retreats at Being Peace Practice Centre and Days of Mindfulness with Vietnamese-speaking monastics. To receive updates about our practice sessions and upcoming events\, please join our mailing list by contacting maiblossomuk@gmail.com \nWe also love to share the joy of our practice on Facebook and Instagram—come follow us and stay connected. \nA lotus for you\,\nMai Blossom UK Caretaking team.
URL:https://plumvillage.uk/event/mai-blossom-uk-vietnamese-sangha-2/2026-04-26/
LOCATION:8 Hop Gardens\, London WC2N 4EH
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SUMMARY:White Awareness Practice Programme
DESCRIPTION:4-Week White Awareness Practice Programme\nWe have all been deeply hurt by the way our past and present society has categorised\, separated\, and limited us based on the illusion of  ‘race’. \nAs we support one another to experience our own relationship to this and deepen our understanding through compassionate listening and loving speech\, we begin to embrace and transform the ancestral suffering within us and around us\, and take steps on the path to inclusive sanghas where all people can find a home. \nThe 4-week study group will include\n– content and study to reflect on our white identities\, history and bias\n– practices to help reflect on our racial identity and the world around us\n– A compassionate space to share\n– Some short talks or readings will also be shared with you to engage with between sessions \nWhen?\nSundays 26 April\, and 3\, 10 and 17 May\n6:00 – 7:45 PM UK Time \nPlease note: We’d love to welcome back people who have previously undertaken this course; however\, due to limited space\, we will prioritise first-timers. If you have partaken before and wish to join again\, you can fill out the form\, and we will let you know closer to the time if there is space. \nFor more information and to register\, please click here
URL:https://plumvillage.uk/event/white-awareness-practice-programme/
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SUMMARY:Neurodiversity Sangha
DESCRIPTION:The Smiling Sitters online group is specialising in PTSD\, ADHD and Neurodiversity-related conditions. We wish to offer space for people who feel less able to fit into other groups and want a group that accommodates and addresses their needs. \nFor more information\, any questions and joining details\, please email Sylvia: sylvia.clare@btinternet.com \nHeld on Zoom as it allows people to attend with their camera off and to feel safe until they are ready to show their faces. \n  \nIf you’d like to find out about Sylvia and making mindfulness accessible for people with Neurodivergent challenges\, please watch this video \n  \nPhoto by KOJI FUTAMI on Unsplash
URL:https://plumvillage.uk/event/neurodiversity-sangha-2/2026-04-27/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Online Event
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SUMMARY:Rainbow Sangha
DESCRIPTION:Who we are\nAs people identifying under this umbrella\, we may face challenges and discrimination within ourselves and from the outside. Our wish is to support each other and to acknowledge our own uniqueness and connectedness. \nWe co-create a mindful space where we can equally share our pain and our joy\, where we don’t need to assess risks of showing who we truly are or edit the queerness of our experience for the perceived benefit of others. We enjoy being joyfully together. \nWhat we do\nWithin Rainbow Sangha\, we have created a space that’s welcoming and open to anyone interested in the practice of mindfulness. Some of us have been practising for years and others are just starting out on their path of practice. We are mindful to explain and explore how we practice so that we all can benefit. \nMeeting on Zoom has allowed our sangha to be open to all\, regardless of location\, and we welcome participants from around the globe. Most of us join with our video enabled but some join only with audio\, whatever works best for each person. \nAs well as our weekly Rainbow Sangha\, we have a gender diverse sangha which meets monthly\, and a study group which meets twice a month. \nWhat we say\nIt is a very friendly\, warm\, and supportive community. What amazes me especially is how diverse it is: every part of the LGBTQIA+ spectrum seems to be represented\, and there is also a wide range of ages and life experiences. This makes the process of dharma sharing incredibly rich. \n— Mark S\, gay\, cis-gendered male\, age 65 \nit is no exaggeration to say Plum Village and this Sangha have transformed my life for the better. It is a great source of comfort\, stability and happiness for me. It is very welcoming\, kind and supportive\, like a big warm hug. \n— Jules\, cis-gendered lesbian\, age 48 \nRainbow Sangha is a place where I feel safe and allows me to be me! We practice deep listening and Dharma sharing\, meditation and Thay’s teachings and I feel valued\, accepted and loved! I love my new virtual family!! \n— Julie (she/her) \nThe welcome\, warmth and wisdom of friends from across the spectrum has nourished me to grow in myself and the support and sharing is an inspiration. A simply joyous space. \n— K8 MacKenzie – she/her \nThe sangha is a truly welcoming\, warm\, honest and nurturing space and it’s so beautiful to see friendly diverse faces each week and to share time together. \n— Natalie \nI really like the fact that the sangha is completely rainbow spectrum Inclusive especially as for TNB people for whom diverse sexuality is also relevant. \nGary \n  \nJoining Us\nPlease email us at rainbowsanghauk@gmail.com for more information on Rainbow Sangha and how you can join us.
URL:https://plumvillage.uk/event/rainbow-sangha-2/2026-04-28/
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SUMMARY:The Art of Zen - Online 6 week course
DESCRIPTION:The Art of Zen was formerly Be Calm Be Happy \nSchedule\n6 Week Online Course:\nTuesdays 7 – 9 PM\n28 April\, 5\, 12\, 19 & 26 May\, 2 June 2026 \nExperience how mindfulness can transform your life in this 6-week group course based on the teachings of Thich Nhat Hanh. \nZen wisdom provides a way to peace within ourselves and serenity in the face of suffering. Week by week\, learn how you can bring meditative awareness to everything that you do. \nEach weekly 2-hour session will be interactive\, with a mixture of guided meditations\, group discussions\, and practical exercises. \nAll our courses are led by practitioners with many years experience. Although rooted in Buddhist meditation techniques\, Zen is not a belief system and the course is suitable for those of all faiths or none –  everyone is welcome. \nInformation & Booking\nFor full information and how to book please see the course webpage. \n  \n\n 
URL:https://plumvillage.uk/event/the-art-of-zen-online-6-week-course-2/
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SUMMARY:Diamond Moon Sangha
DESCRIPTION:Diamond Moon Sangha – Vajra Chandra Sangha\nA Sangha for Disabled (Dis) and Neurodiverse (ND) practitioners following the teachings of Ven. Thich Nhat Hanh\, Sisters\, Brothers and Siblings of Plum Village. \nIn our Sangha\, we embrace a mindful approach to navigating the challenges of disability and neurodiversity\, inspired by the teachings of Ven. Thich Nhat Hanh\, the Buddha\, and the practices of Plum Village. \nWe understand that pain\, whether physical or emotional\, is a natural part of life. Through mindfulness\, we learn to observe our differences with a gentle and non-judgemental awareness\, transforming our relationship with them. \n  \nMindful Approach to Disability & Neurodiversity\nWe recognise the interconnectedness of mind and body\, and the interbeing nature of our experiences through a “disabled body or neurodiverse lens”. \nInterbeing\, a term from Thich Nhat Hanh’s teachings\, refers to the interconnectedness of all things the understanding\, that nothing exists in isolation\, and every experience is shaped by countless conditions. \nViewing the world and our experiences through our unique perspectives as disabled and neurodiverse individuals\, acknowledging how our bodies and minds interact with the environment and society. \nThis holistic view helps us to understand and respond to difficulties and pain\, as well as to the joys. Enhancing the positives and supporting and working through the challenges of sharing the body and mind\, broadening how we relate to our place in the cosmos. \n  \nA Safe and Accessible Environment for All\nOur Sangha is a space where everyone can practise together\, regardless of their diagnosis. We are committed to creating an accessible and supportive environment\, where each member feels seen\, heard\, and valued. \nTo ensure inclusivity\, we offer online meetings with captioning\, sensory-friendly spaces\, and flexible participation options to accommodate diverse needs\, fostering a community of compassion. \nThe Sangha name ‘Diamond Moon’ refers to the zen guidance of “the finger pointing at the moon” which is a metaphor that illustrates the distinction between teachings (the finger) and the ultimate reality or truth (the moon) they point to. The diamond’s facets illustrating the various aspects of ND and Dis lived experience. \n  \nDiamond Moon Sangha – Vajra Chandra Sangha\nA Sangha for Disabled (Dis) and Neurodiverse (ND) practitioners\, as well as everyone seeking community in the spirit of inclusiveness\, following the teachings of Ven. Thich Nhat Hanh\, our beloved Sisters\, Brothers\, and Siblings of Plum Village. \nIn our Sangha\, we gently hold space for all who wish to walk or roll the mindful path\, embracing the full spectrum of human experience. Guided by the wisdom of Ven. Thich Nhat Hanh\, the Buddha\, and the practices of Plum Village\, we recognise that pain\, whether physical\, emotional\, or societal\, is part of our shared journey. \nWith compassion and curiosity\, we practise seeing and honouring our differences through the eyes of understanding. \nAs Thich Nhat Hanh reminds us\, The most precious gift we can offer others is our presence. When mindfulness embraces those we love\, they will bloom like flowers \n  \nMindful Approach to Disability\, Neurodiversity\, and Inclusiveness\nWe celebrate the interconnectedness of mind and body\, and the interbeing nature of our experiences knowing that each person brings their own unique perspective to our shared practice. \nInterbeing\, a central teaching of Thich Nhat Hanh\, is the realisation that all things and all people are deeply woven together; no one and nothing is isolated. \nOur collective wisdom is enriched by recognising how our diverse bodies\, minds\, backgrounds\, and identities interact with the world around us. \nAs our teacher says\, “When you touch one thing with deep awareness\, you touch everything.” \nWith this insight\, we welcome and affirm every part of ourselves and one another. Whether we arrive carrying visible or invisible differences\, our Sangha aspires to offer not only acceptance\, but a wholehearted embrace of all that we are. \nWe see disability and neurodiversity\, as well as other lived experiences\, not as barriers\, but as facets of the beautiful jewel of our community each shimmer adding depth and light. \nBy listening deeply and sharing mindfully\, we grow our compassion and nourish each other’s joy\, resilience\, and wisdom. \n  \nA Safe\, Accessible\, and Welcoming Environment for All\nOur Sangha is a refuge where all are welcomed regardless of diagnosis\, ability\, background\, language\, culture\, identity\, or spiritual journey. Our commitment is to continually create spaces that are safe\, accessible\, and supportive\, where every member feels seen\, heard\, and valued. \nWe strive to meet one another with open hearts and open minds\, inviting feedback and co-creating practices that honour the fullness of our community’s diversity. \nTo foster genuine inclusiveness\, we offer online gatherings with live captioning\, sensory-friendly settings\, and flexible participation options. We are attentive to the evolving needs of our Sangha\, adapting as we learn together. \nGuided meditations may be tailored for various sensitivities\, and silent or gently facilitated spaces are always available for those who need calm or reflection. No one is left behind or forgotten; all are invited to share in the nourishing energy of our collective mindfulness. \n  \nThe Meaning Behind Diamond Moon\nThe name ‘Diamond Moon’ evokes the Zen teaching of “the finger pointing at the moon”: a reminder that teachings are but guides\, pointing us toward the wonders of truth and reality never separate\, always interconnected. \nThe diamond’s many facets represent the rich variety of lived experience within our Sangha\, each angle reflecting a different kind of beauty and strength. \nThe moon casts its gentle light on all beings without exception\, just as our community aspires to radiate welcome and understanding to everyone. \nAt Diamond Moon Sangha\, we invite all who seek a loving\, inclusive community to join us in cultivating mindfulness\, happiness\, and understanding honouring every individual\, every background\, and every path. \nTogether\, we discover that through our differences\, our practice and our compassion only deepen. In the words of Thich Nhat Hanh\, “We are here to awaken from the illusion of our separateness.” \nExplore community \n  \nDiamond Moon Sangha – Vajra Chandra Sangha Charter\nA refuge of mindfulness\, compassion\, and inclusiveness in the Plum Village tradition. \n  \nMotivation\nDiamond Moon Sangha exists to offer a safe\, loving\, and accessible community for all beings Disabled (Dis) and Neurodiverse (ND) practitioners and mental health challenges\, where mindfulness and compassion are practised in the spirit of Ven. Thích Nhat Hanh and the Plum Village tradition. \nOur aspirations are to: \n— Cultivate mindfulness and joy in every moment.\n— Honour the truth of interbeing and impermanence.\n— Embrace diversity as a source of collective wisdom and beauty.\n— Create spaces where every person feels seen\, heard\, and valued. \n  \nVision\nWe envision a Sangha where differences are not barriers but facets of a jewel\, each adding depth and light. Through deep listening and mindful presence\, we aspire to awaken from the illusion of separateness and nurture a world of understanding and peace. \n  \nCore Values\n— Inclusiveness: Welcoming all identities\, abilities\, and backgrounds.\n— Compassion: Holding space for pain and joy with tenderness.\n— Interbeing: Recognising our deep interconnectedness with all life.\n— Accessibility: Committing to safe\, adaptable\, and sensory-friendly environments.\n— Mindful Speech & Listening: Speaking truthfully and listening deeply to nourish harmony. \n  \nGuiding Principles\n1. Mindfulness in Every Breath\nWe practise breathing\, walking\, and sitting mindfully\, adapting practices to meet diverse needs.\n2. Celebrating Difference\nDisability\, neurodiversity\, and varied life experiences are embraced as gifts that enrich our collective wisdom.\n3. Safe and Accessible Spaces\n– Online gatherings with live captioning.\n– Sensory-friendly settings and flexible participation options.\n– Silent or gently facilitated spaces for calm and reflection.\n4. Shared Responsibility\nWe co-create our Sangha through feedback\, mutual support\, and loving action.\n5. Ethics of Care\nWe commit to the Five Mindfulness Trainings as a foundation for harmony and ethical living. \n  \nCommunity Guidelines\n— Respect and Non-Judgement: Honour each person’s experience without comparison or criticism.\n— Confidentiality: What is shared in the Sangha stays within the Sangha.\n— Gentle Communication: Speak with kindness; listen with openness with unconditional positive regard.\n— Adaptability: Allow flexibility in practice; sitting\, lying down\, stim tool resources++ are all welcome.\n— Inclusivity in Language: Use words that affirm dignity and belonging. \n  \nPractice Offerings\n— Weekly Online Gatherings: Guided meditation\, Dharma sharing\, and deep listening. \n  \nSymbolism of Diamond Moon\n— Diamond: Represents resilience and the many facets of lived experience.\n— Moon: Gentle light of experience shining on all beings without discrimination.\n— Teaching Reminder: The finger pointing at the moon teachings guide us toward reality\, never separate from it ensuring not to get caught in the teachings. \n  \nInvitation\nWe warmly invite all who seek a loving\, inclusive community to join us in cultivating mindfulness\, happiness\, and understanding. Together\, we discover that through our differences\, our compassion only deepens. \nWe are here to awaken from the illusion of our separateness. – Thích Nhat Hanh
URL:https://plumvillage.uk/event/diamond-moon-sangha/2026-04-29/
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SUMMARY:London Vesak Celebration - Watering the Buddha Within
DESCRIPTION:Join our Vesak celebration honouring the Buddha’s birth\, awakening\, and the path of peace within us all. \nTake part in bathing the baby Buddha\, symbolising the cleansing of unwholesome seeds\, beginning anew and revealing our true nature of compassion. \nAll are welcome including children. Please reserve a free ticket. \n\nTouch the awakened nature within ourselves as we honour the Buddha’s life\, his awakening\, and the path he opened for all beings \nVesak is the Buddhist celebration of the Buddha’s life and Enlightenment. It is a precious moment for us to gently recognise our habit energies\, to nourish understanding and compassion\, and to reflect on the legacy we offer the world through our thoughts\, our speech\, and our actions. \nWe lovingly request that you reserve a free ticket so that we can understand how many friends are attending and offer a celebration that is safe\, warm\, and truly meaningful for everyone in our community. \nThe Ceremony\nDuring the ceremony\, we will sit together in the spirit of siblinghood. With our gentle breathing and open hearts\, we will offer incense to the Buddha. Its gentle fragrance is the perfume of our mindfulness\, our togetherness\, and our interbeing. We will meditate together to be in touch with the present moment\, and chant to deepen our understanding and awareness. \nWe will have a chance to walk together in procession. With each step\, we can offer our presence and dedicate our steps to the Buddha\, to Th?y\, and to those who are dear to us. \nWe will then water the baby Buddha as we are held by the Chant of Compassion – Namo Avalokiteshvaraya. \n“The baby Buddha is the seed of awakening in every one of us.” \nEveryone is warmly welcome\, especially children who bring their own freshness and joy to the practice. \nYou may bring fresh flower petals to add to the Buddha’s bath if you wish. \nWe hope to share this nourishing Vesak celebration with you. \nThe Organising Team – a beautiful collaboration of Plum Village Sanghas \nColours of Compassion Sangha \nFamily Sangha \nHeart of London Sangha \nMai Blossom Vietnamese Sangha \nWake Up London Sangha
URL:https://plumvillage.uk/event/london-vesak-celebration-watering-the-buddha-within/
LOCATION:Friends Meeting House\, 8 Hop Gardens\, London WC2N 4EH
CATEGORIES:Ceremony
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260503T120000
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SUMMARY:Mindful Morning - Is peace really possible?
DESCRIPTION:This month facilitated by Michael Schwammberger\n  \nLooking at recent events (the war in the Middle East) including the situation in Ukraine\, Gaza\, Lebanon\, Sudan\, and other forgotten conflicts\, we may get the feeling that perhaps genunine longterm peace is an illusion. \nYet at the same time our Plum Village tradition has direct roots in the Vietnam war and from that event Thay has offered us a way to practice peace and to create the foundations for peace to manifest. \nThe talk will invites us all to reflect on peace as a theme and to collectively see what we can do to nurture peace. \nResources\nBUILDING FOUNDATIONS FOR PEACE \nMINISTRY FOR PEACE \n  \n\n\nMichael Schwammberger (Chan Phap Son – True Dharma Mountain) \nMichael was born in the UK but grew up in the beautiful island of Ibiza\, Spain. \nIn 1996 he arrived in Plum Village inspired by Thay’s book Peace is Every Step after having practiced insight meditation for 4 years at Gaia House meditation centre\, in the UK. \nHe stayed on in Plum Village\, being deeply moved by Thich Nhat Hanh and the sense of community\, and ended up ordaining as a novice monk in February 1997\, receiving his full ordination and the 14 mindfulness trainings in 1998. \nIn January 2003 he received the lamp transmission. He lived in Plum Village\, France and the monasteries in the United States (Deer Park and Maple Forest\, now Blue Cliff) and travelled extensively with Thay in his teaching tours. \nMichael took a sabbatical in 2011 and returned to lay life in 2012 and teaches as a lay teacher offering retreats in Europe and Israel. \n\nOn the first Sunday of every month\, we offer a Morning of Mindfulness led by UK Lay Dharma Teachers\, Members of the Order of Interbeing\, Monastic Dharma Teachers and special guests. \nThe morning will typically include a guided meditation\, followed by a talk or panel. After a short break\, there will be an opportunity for Dharma sharing in groups. \n  \nMain image by Maria Baltazzi on Unsplash
URL:https://plumvillage.uk/event/monthly-mindful-morning-5/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Mindful Morning
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260505T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260505T200000
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SUMMARY:Engaged Practice for Peace
DESCRIPTION:Let us offer the world the best flowers and fruit of our practice\, lucidity\, solidity\, brotherhood\, sisterhood\, understanding and compassion. \nLet us give rise to the determination to look deeply into the nature of fear\, anger\, hatred\, and violence and to give rise to the eyes of compassion  \n– Thich Nhat Hanh \nMany are deeply affected by ongoing violence in Ukraine\, The Middle East\, and continuous conflicts around the world\, which are causing great suffering. How can we support those who are in distress and also take gentle care of our own strong emotions? \nYou are warmly invited to join us as we take refuge for an hour of peace\, and the precious opportunity to practise with friends in the wider Sangha\, breathing together\, listening deeply\, sharing what is in our heart. \nWe know that mindful breathing is a concrete way to bring the practice of peace into our life\, and help us defuse strong emotions\, and establish solidity\, calm and concentration in our mind and heart.  We must take good care of our self before we can be there for others. \nPlease join us for a guided meditation\, a reading\, music and Dharma Sharing. \nHosted by members of the Plum Village UK sangha.
URL:https://plumvillage.uk/event/engaged-practice-peace-2-2/2026-05-05/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Online Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260507T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260507T140000
DTSTAMP:20260423T134618
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SUMMARY:Walking in the World - Retreat in Scotland
DESCRIPTION:A springtime retreat led by Cliff Brown (Brother Phap Vu) in the beautiful surroundings of Wiston Lodge\, Lanarkshire \nWell known to the Scottish sangha as Brother Phap Vu\, Cliff Brown was a monastic Dharma Teacher in the Plum Village tradition for 18 years. He recently returned to lay life and currently resides in Michigan\, USA. \nDuring this retreat we will enjoy Dharma talks from Cliff and we will sit\, eat and walk together as a sangha – strengthening our mindfulness practice in order to embrace the challenges of our lives with clarity\, peace and joy. \nWe hope you can join us! \n  \n \nEmbracing and Looking Deeply at Suffering | Br Phap Vu \n  \nRetreat Info\nSchedule\nThu 7 May\n2:00 PM onwards – Arrival\n6:00 PM – Dinner \nBefore 6 PM you are invited to settle in and explore the beautiful surroundings of the lodge and its gardens. \nSun 10 May\n1:00 PM – Lunch and departure \nLocation\nWiston Lodge is equidistant between Edinburgh and Glasgow\, approximately 1 hour’s drive from each. \nThe postcode may not bring you directly to the Lodge. Once in Wiston Village\, find the Primary School. The Lodge is located at the top of the hill\, right next to the school. \nLift Sharing\nWe encourage retreatants to lift share when possible. If you would like to request or offer a lift\, you can specify this when booking. \nTrains and Buses\nThe nearest train station is Lanark\, from where it is possible to travel on to Wiston by bus or taxi. There are also bus services from Edinburgh that stop near the village. More details can be found on the Wiston Lodge website here. \n\nPhoto Wiston Lodge \n  \nAccommodation\nWiston Lodge is an outdoor learning and education centre nestled amongst the rolling hills of Southern Scotland. \nStaying in the House\nThe house is a beautiful old Victorian building dating from 1850. Accommodation is in shared\, dormitory-style rooms\, including some bunk beds. Please let us know if you are not able to stay in a top bunk or if you have any other mobility issues or concerns and we will do our best to accommodate everybody comfortably. \nCamping\nCamping will also be available in in a large\, tree-lined field\, with toilet facilities nearby and easy access to showers in the main house. The field overlooks the pond and offers great views of the surrounding landscape including Tinto Hill \nWhat to bring\n— Please bring a mat and a meditation cushion or stool.\n— Appropriate clothing for a retreat and Scottish weather in May.\n— Your own towel.\n— Personal items such as toiletries and pen and notepad.\n— You will be encouraged to turn off your phone during the retreat. \nFood\nVegan food will be served. If you have any other dietary requirements or allergies you can let us know when booking. \nCost\n£290 to stay in the house\n£200 camping \nWe have kept pricing for this retreat to a minimum. \nPricing is at cost for the accommodation\, facilities and catering at Wiston Lodge plus a small contribution (around £20 pp) towards the travel and accommodation costs for Cliff Brown. \nThis is made possible by a very generous donation from a sangha member. There will be the opportunity during the retreat to offer dana (donations). \nWe expect this to be a popular retreat and – as it is a fairly small venue – places are limited so please book early to avoid any disappointment. \nBursaries\nWe are hoping to be able to offer bursaries to those for whom the cost of the retreat is difficult to manage. If you are able to generously donate to this fund\, you can make a donation when booking. \nIf you would like to be considered for receiving a bursary\, please email the team on wistonretreat2026@plumvillage.uk\, informing us why you the cost is difficult for you at this time. Any information given will be treated with total confidentiality. \nCancellation Policy\nWiston Lodge requires us to book for a minimum number of participants. We are therefore only able to offer refunds if we are able to fill your place with another retreatant. Thank you for your understanding. \nHealth\nIf you have any requirements you would like to make us aware of that will help to make the retreat possible and enjoyable for you please mention these on the booking form. These might include mobility issues and any other health/support needs. All information shared will be treated confidentially and with respect. \nContact Us\nIf you have any questions or if you need to contact us for any other reason please email \nwistonretreat2026@plumvillage.uk \nTop image by Flor Saurina on Unsplash
URL:https://plumvillage.uk/event/walking-in-the-world-retreat-in-scotland/
LOCATION:Wiston Lodge\, Millrigg Road\, Wiston\, Biggar\, South Lanarkshire\, ML12 6HT\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260509T170000
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SUMMARY:Sangha Walking Holiday
DESCRIPTION:Main photo by Sam Vernon on Unsplash \nWalking outdoors in beautiful surroundings is a natural mindfulness activity. We will walk together\, as a small group\, on coastal paths\, through wooded valleys\, and out on the open moorland of Exmoor National Park. \nParticipants need to be able to comfortably walk up to twelve miles in a day in any weather\, including on rough and undulating terrain\, and to bring their own camping kit. We’ll be camping\, and walking between campsites. \nA support team will take care of your food\, and transport your camping kit\, allowing you to enjoy the guided walks with only your day pack. \nYour food is included and will be vegan – a simple campsite breakfast\, a packed lunch and a cooked supper. \nThe holiday has six nights camping\, five days walking\, and will cost £320. \nHow to book\nPlease email sanghawalking@plumvillage.uk to book a place\, for details of how to pay\, and with any queries. \n\nPhoto by Jane Coatesworth
URL:https://plumvillage.uk/event/sangha-walking-holiday/
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260510T193000
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SUMMARY:White Awareness Sangha
DESCRIPTION:This is an opportunity for Plum Village UK sangha members who are interested in practicing together and reflecting on what being racialised as white means. \nThe White Awareness sangha meetings offer an open\, compassionate space of deep listening and loving speech where we can explore how we can recognise and transform racism\, both overt and unconscious\, in ourselves and the communities we move in. \nWe will include time for sitting meditation\, a reflective reading or talk\, and a time for sharing. \nPractising together to look deeply at what a white identity means to us can help us embrace and transform the ancestral suffering within us and around us – as well as helping us grow inclusive sanghas where all people can find a home. These sessions are focused on the specific roles\, responsibilities and experiences of being racialised as white. \nResources\nOur white awareness sangha meets following the Call to Love in Action shared by ARISE Plum Village Sangha. \nAfrican American Dharma teacher Ruth King writes about the benefit of racial affinity groups here. \n 
URL:https://plumvillage.uk/event/white-awareness-sangha/2026-05-10/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260515T183000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260517T183000
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SUMMARY:Cultivating Sangha Being Sangha
DESCRIPTION:Schedule\nFri 15 May: 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM\nSat 16 May: 7:00 AM – 6:30 PM with frequent breaks\nSun 17 May: 7:00 AM – 6:30 PM with frequent breaks \n\nBy bringing joy and happiness to one person\, we bring joy and happiness to every one of us. That is why I think that community-building\, sangha-building\, is the most important\, most noble work that we can do. \n— Thich Nhat Nanh \n  \nRooted in the Plum Village Tradition\, we will explore facilitation as a continuation of our own practice\, learning together how to create inclusive\, safe\, and sustainable online Sangha spaces \nTogether\, we will reflect on how we hold and serve Sanghas online with care\, inclusivity\, and ethical awareness\, while also attending to our own sustainability and well-being. \nThrough shared practice\, dialogue\, and peer reflection\, participants are invited to deepen confidence\, clarity\, and connection in their facilitation\, and to discover how online Sangha can continue to be a place of refuge and true togetherness. \n  \nRetreat Leaders\n\nRehena Harilall / True Deep Source (she/we) \nRehena Harilall is an Order of Interbeing member and Dharma Teacher in the Plum Village Tradition. Rooted in African and Asian heritages\, her practice has been shaped by growing up in apartheid South Africa and by a long-standing inquiry into healing\, belonging\, and collective care. \nShe has practised in the Plum Village tradition since 1998\, and practices and facilitates with Sanghas in the UK\, the USA\, and Botswana. Rehena brings a mindfulness-based\, trauma-aware approach to Sangha life and facilitation\, informed by her training in psychology\, somatic abolition and trauma work\, and her professional work in organisational and business contexts. \nShe sits on the EDI Advisory Group of the British Association of Mindfulness-Based Approaches\, contributing to making mindfulness more inclusive\, recognising non-MBSR-based pathways\, and supporting the development of trauma-aware practice in mindfulness settings. She has written about practice in Lion’s Roar and The Mindfulness Bell\, and brings her practice outward through multi-faith relationship-building and the creation of collective spaces of care for engaged action. \n  \n\nSita Brand / True Lotus Wisdom \nSita is a story archaeologist\, storyteller and UK Dharma Teacher. \nShe has spent 40 years as a professional storyteller\, bringing using story to educate and empower communities through her organisation Settle Stories. She also serves as a Buddhist prison chaplain\, where she has witnessed the need and desire for stories. \nSita has over 30 years of mindfulness meditation practice and is trained in Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) and Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT). \nHer background as a storyteller of dual heritage (Indian father\, English mother) informs how she approaches questions of belonging\, identity\, and the ancestral wisdom we carry or reject. \nShe is also a visual artist influenced by Indian folk art traditions\, weaving together themes of cultural meeting\, traditional wisdom\, and everyday sacred moments. \n  \nPractical Information\nTraining\nThis retreat is structured around the Buddhist principles known as the Six Togethernesses (Six Harmonies)\, which offer a living framework for how a Sangha practises and serves together. \nThe sessions explore togetherness in body\, speech\, mind\, ethical conduct\, shared understanding\, and mutual support\, offering a clear and wholesome way to cultivate\, nourish\, and care for Sangha. \nThrough guided practice\, Dharma insights and sharing\, dialogue\, and real-life scenario examples\, participants will explore how to embody togetherness in online facilitation\, with particular attention to staying present and grounded when difficult or sensitive situations arise\, and meeting them with mindfulness\, compassion\, and wholesome skill in ways that care for both individuals and the Sangha. \nPricing\nWe are offering tiered pricing to allow accessibility. Please pay as much as you are able to to support this retreat. \n£140 – Generosity rate\n£100 – Standard rate\n£60 – Supported rate \nIf the lowest rate is still unaffordable for you\, please contact us. We would like no one to be turned away due to lack of funds. \nDana and Money\nThe booking rates are inclusive of dana for organisational ease. A proportion of income will go towards Plum Village UK’s costs plus a payment to Rehena and Sita\, and a donation to the Order of Interbeing UK Bursary fund. \nRefunds\nWe can offer a full refund minus the Ticket Tailor fee for cancellations made up to two weeks before the retreat. After that no refund is available other than in exceptional circumstances – please contact the organisers if you feel this applies to you. \nFurther Details\nFurther details of the weekend will be emailed to all participants closer to the time. \nShould you have any questions before then\, please feel free to contact us. \nContact Us\nEmail admin@plumvillage.uk
URL:https://plumvillage.uk/event/cultivating-sangha-being-sangha-facilitators-retreat/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Online Event,Retreat
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260516T160000
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SUMMARY:Dorking Day of Mindfulness with Murray Corke
DESCRIPTION:Cultivating Inner Peace\nA Day of Mindfulness with Guildford Sangha led by UK Dharma Teacher Murray Corke \n  \nPlease bring your own vegan food to share. \nThere will be all our usual Plum Village practices plus a Dharma talk by Murray. \nParking is available next door at Sainsbury for £8 per day \nIf traveling by train\, the nearest station is Dorking\, from where you can walk or get a taxi. \nCost and Booking\nTo reserve a place\, please pay £16 using the Collectiv payment link \nIf you are unwaged or on a very low income and would be able to join us otherwise\, we ask for a donation of £8 instead using the Collectiv link. \nCollectiv Payment Link \nContact\nsarah@plumvillage.uk \n  \nPhoto by Daesun Kim on Unsplash
URL:https://plumvillage.uk/event/dorking-day-of-mindfulness-with-murray-corke/
LOCATION:Dorking Quaker Meeting House\, Butter Hill\, South St\, Dorking\, RH4 2LE\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Day Of Mindfulness
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260516T143000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260516T173000
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SUMMARY:Mindfulness & Creativity: Online Mini Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Main image – Northern Lights Polyptych by Sharon Leighton \n  \nOver the course of 2026/27\, a series of eight Creative Mini Retreats explores creativity as a spiritual path. Each retreat can be booked as a standalone event. \nTogether\, the eight sessions build on each other and offer a deep dive into mindful creativity. Come to one\, come to some\, or come to all Creative Mini Retreats! \n\nThese afternoon sessions are opportunities to be in touch with the heart and source of your creativity through meditation\, reflection\, creative discovery and play.  \nHow can we nurture our creativity in life and in the arts and a range of media? \nWe’ll take time to relax and discover what supports our authentic expression. \nYou’re invited to give the problem solving mind a break\, to listen to your creative inspiration\, and to allow yourself to be surprised and renewed. \nOur world needs creative expression that comes from a deep place of connection with ourselves\, each other\, the web of life and the ultimate dimension. \n  \n\nSusanne Olbrich\nSusanne discovered mindfulness practice in 1996 at Plum Village through the teachings of Thich Nhat Hanh. In 2016 she received the Lamp transmission to be a Dharma teacher. \nSusanne also is a musician and music teacher who loves sharing the aliveness of mindful creativity with people from a range of backgrounds\, from novice to professional creator. \nHer retreats combine mindfulness meditation\, nature immersion and creative exploration for wellbeing\, transformation and collective awakening. \nIn 2020\, Susanne completed a Masters in Mindfulness with research on mindfulness and musical creativity. She lives at Findhorn/Scotland where she co-founded Northern Lights Sangha and the international Mindful Artists Network. \nVisit Susanne’s website
URL:https://plumvillage.uk/event/mindfulness-creativity-online-mini-retreat/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Online Event,Retreat
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260518T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260518T203000
DTSTAMP:20260423T134618
CREATED:20251130T115058Z
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SUMMARY:Earth Care Sangha
DESCRIPTION:Earth Care Sangha – A Sangha For Our Times\nWe have to wake up together — Thich Nhat Hanh \nMany of us are aware that we live in times of great peril for life on Earth but also of great promise for change. It is easy to be overwhelmed by feelings of helplessness\, despair and sorrow for what is being done to the Earth. But by practising together we can make a positive difference\, and strengthen our resilience and joy. In response to our individual and collective need to do something\, Earth Care Sangha is offered. \nIn small Dharma sharing groups we can explore our feelings and speak openly in the company of others who share our concerns\, safe in the knowledge that we do this without judgement or conflict. We hope that by sharing freely in this way\, we can help each other find concrete ways to transform and heal\, cultivate joy\, and strengthen our understanding of interbeing with Mother Earth. \nGrounded in the Plum Village tradition\, and with close links to the Earth Care Steering Group\, Earth Care Sangha is truly a sangha for these times. We invite you to join us\, enjoy the practices\, and help shape its future. Let’s wake up together! \nPlease email earthcare@plumvillage.uk with any feedback\, questions\, suggestions or offers of help. \n\nEarth Care Resources\n\nDownloadable resources for holding your own Earth caring sangha meeting\nAdditional Earth Care Resources\n\n\n  \nPhoto by NASA on Unsplash \n  \n\nGuided Meditation: The Four Elements | Sister Chan Duc
URL:https://plumvillage.uk/event/earth-care-sangha-2/2026-05-18/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Online Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260527T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260527T210000
DTSTAMP:20260423T134618
CREATED:20260401T104815Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T105249Z
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SUMMARY:The Art of Zen - Online 6 week course
DESCRIPTION:The Art of Zen was formerly Be Calm Be Happy\n\nEvery Wednesday 7 – 9 PM\n27 May\n3\, 10\, 17 & 24 Jun\n1 Jul\n \nExperience how mindfulness can transform your life in this 6-week group course based on the teachings of Thich Nhat Hanh. \nZen wisdom provides a way to peace within ourselves and serenity in the face of suffering. Week by week\, learn how you can bring meditative awareness to everything that you do. \nEach weekly 2-hour session will be interactive\, with a mixture of guided meditations\, group discussions\, and practical exercises. \nAll our courses are led by practitioners with many years experience. Although rooted in Buddhist meditation techniques\, Zen is not a belief system and the course is suitable for those of all faiths or none –  everyone is welcome. \n\nFor full information and how to book please see the course webpage. \n  \n\n 
URL:https://plumvillage.uk/event/the-art-of-zen-online-6-week-course-4/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Course
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260724T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260726T170000
DTSTAMP:20260423T134618
CREATED:20260410T192304Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260413T145648Z
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SUMMARY:Creative Mindfulness Retreat in Cornwall
DESCRIPTION:Creative Mindfulness – Watering Seeds of Creativity and Joy\nIn each one of us is an artist. The artist is very important. The artist can bring freshness\, joy\, and meaning to life \n\nWe all have seeds of creativity inside\, and during this weekend we will water them. Together\, we’ll explore ‘play’ as one of the four pillars of Plum Village Zen practice. \nThrough creative explorations indoors and outdoors we’ll nourish qualities of openness\, aimlessness\, aliveness and connection. \nIn these times of big changes we want to be resilient. Being in touch with our heartfelt inspiration energises\, uplifts and supports us. \n\nThis retreat invites you to (re)discover your innate creative flow through meditation\, nature immersion\, and playful exploration in community. You’ll have time to experiment with colours\, sounds\, words\, and materials from the natural world. Time to explore\, to play\, and to be surprised by what emerges. You are invited to become curious\, receptive\, playful\, adventurous and tender. \nZen Master Thich Nhat Hanh encouraged us to embrace the energies of creativity and play as part of our practice. Mindfulness and creative exploration have a lot in common; they reach beyond words\, touch the heart\, expand the mind. Creativity supports our mindfulness\, and mindfulness nurtures our creativity. \nIn our time together\, our embodied presence\, silence and connection with the natural world help us touch the very heart and source of our creative energy. We’ll listen deeply to the sounds of nature around\, the creative stirrings within and the pieces we create together and individually. Meditation\, gentle movement\, a Dharma talk\, songs\, humming\, toning\, deep listening\, creative play\, reflection and sharing circles will all be part of this retreat. \nThe ticket for the retreat does not include a fee for the teacher. Following Buddhist tradition and practice\, there is an opportunity to offer Dana (a donation) to Susanne at the end of the weekend. Dana is the practice of generosity and giving from the heart within our means\, which has sustained teachers and the teachings throughout the millenia. A suggested amount is £10 – £40 per day\, please bring cash along (making a bank transfer will also be possible). \n  \nYou will experience\n\nGuided mindfulness meditations in the Zen Buddhist tradition of Plum Village and Thich Nhat Hanh\nGentle movement practices to support embodied presence\nA Dharma teaching on creativity as a Dharma door\nCreative explorations with colours\, sounds\, words\, and materials from the natural world indoors and outdoors\nSharing circles\n\n  \nPrevious participants said\n\nDeep listening and improvising in nature helped me to connect with life on a very deep level. It was a profound and beautiful experience. \nI loved the exploration\, it gave me great confidence. The teaching was friendly\, warm and very inspirational. \n…deeply nurturing… That listening walk was total medicine. The days passed so quickly and deliciously\, each new task having a sense of adventure. I am inspired\, THANK YOU. \n  \nPhoto credit: Landart © Dietmar Voorwold\, https://www.landart-creations.com
URL:https://plumvillage.uk/event/creative-mindfulness-retreat/
LOCATION:Chyan Cultural Centre\, Penryn\, TR10 9BT\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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SUMMARY:The Art of Zen - Stockport weekend course
DESCRIPTION:The Art of Zen was formerly Be Calm Be Happy \nSchedule\nFriday 31 Jul: 7.00 PM – 9.00 PM\nSaturday 1 Aug: 9.30 AM – 5.30 PM\nSunday 2 Aug: 9.30 AM – 3.00 PM \nExperience how mindfulness can transform your life in this weekend course\, based on the teachings of Thich Nhat Hanh. \nZen wisdom provides a way to peace within ourselves and serenity in the face of suffering. Learn how you can bring meditative awareness to everything that you do. \nThe weekend will be interactive\, with a mixture of guided meditations\, group discussions\, and practical exercises. \nAll our courses are led by practitioners with many years experience. Although rooted in Buddhist meditation techniques\, Zen is not a belief system and the course is suitable for those of all faiths or none –  everyone is welcome. \nInformation & Booking\nFor full information and how to book please see the course webpage. \n  \n\n 
URL:https://plumvillage.uk/event/the-art-of-zen-stockport-weekend-course/
LOCATION:The Mellor Centre\, Church Road\, Mellor\, Stockport\, SK6 5LX\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Course,Retreat
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SUMMARY:The Art of Zen - Derby weekend course
DESCRIPTION:The Art of Zen was formerly Be Calm Be Happy \nSchedule\nSaturday 19 Sep: 10 AM – 5 PM\nSunday 20 Sep: 10 AM – 4 PM \nExperience how mindfulness can transform your life in this weekend course\, based on the teachings of Thich Nhat Hanh. \nZen wisdom provides a way to peace within ourselves and serenity in the face of suffering. Learn how you can bring meditative awareness to everything that you do. \nThe weekend will be interactive\, with a mixture of guided meditations\, group discussions\, and practical exercises. \nAll our courses are led by practitioners with many years experience. Although rooted in Buddhist meditation techniques\, Zen is not a belief system and the course is suitable for those of all faiths or none –  everyone is welcome. \nInformation & Booking\nFor full information and how to book please see the course webpage. \n  \n\n 
URL:https://plumvillage.uk/event/the-art-of-zen-derby-weekend-course/
LOCATION:The Mellor Centre\, Church Road\, Mellor\, Stockport\, SK6 5LX\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Course,Retreat
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