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Dechen: Sakya Buddhist Centre Bristol Sakya Buddhist Centre Bristol is here for anyone looking to explore Buddhist ideas and answers to life's more significant questions. Phende Rinpoche, H.E.

The Sakya Buddhist Centre Bristol is one of the leading centres of Tibetan Buddhism in the UK. It was founded in Bristol in 1977 by Karma Thinley Rinpoche and Lama Jampa Thaye. The Centre enables people to learn the systems of meditation and study of the Sakya tradition of Buddhism, which is currently led by H.H. Sakya Trizin, who has visited the Centre and given teachings on numerous occasions. The Centre has hosted teachings by a number of other distinguished Buddhist masters, such as H.E. Sakya Dagchen Rinpoche and H.E. Jetsun Kushog Rinpoche. The Sakya Centre is run by volunteers and funded by donations. There are Buddhist meditation sessions every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Saturday. The Centre is administered by the Thinley Rinchen Ling Trust, registered charity no. 282717.

Buddhism and theModern World4 part seriesat Reading Quaker Meeting House2 Church Street, Reading, RG1 2SB20th Octo...
16/10/2026

Buddhism and the
Modern World
4 part series

at Reading Quaker Meeting House
2 Church Street, Reading, RG1 2SB
20th October to 1st December

20th October | 3rd November | 17th November | 1st December

Tuesdays 7:30 – 8:30

Is there a place for Buddhism in the modern world?
Experienced Buddhist practitioners, referencing the
ground-breaking book Wisdom in Exile by renowned
Buddhist master Lama Jampa Thaye, examine the
interface between ancient wisdom and contemporary
issues. Each evening will include a talk on a specific
topic covered in the text. There will be time for
questions, refreshments and informal conversation.

Dechen London: Sakya Buddhist Centre
www.dechen.london
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10th October, Delta Hotels, 2 Lower Castle Street Old Market, Bristol BS1 3AD United Kingdom10.30-12.30Lama Jampa Thaye ...
01/10/2026

10th October, Delta Hotels, 2 Lower Castle Street Old Market, Bristol BS1 3AD United Kingdom

10.30-12.30

Lama Jampa Thaye will be coming to Bristol to teach a new commentary composed by Karma Thinley Rinpoche on the Three Heaps Sutra.

The teaching will explain how the famous confession prayer to the Thirty-Five Buddhas is drawn from the Three Heaps Sutra, a central Mahayana text on purification, rejoicing, and dedication. Through this practical and inspiring commentary, participants will learn how this powerful practice helps purify negative karma and supports progress on the Buddhist path.

2.30-4.20 pm

In the afternoon, Lama Jampa will bestow the initiation of Vasudhara. Refuge and Bodhisattva vow will be given during the initiation. Send us a DM or email if you want to find out more.

For more information and to book see link in bio.

Exciting News: New Video Series with Lama Jampa Thaye ✨We are delighted to announce the release of a brand-new series of...
24/09/2026

Exciting News: New Video Series with Lama Jampa Thaye ✨

We are delighted to announce the release of a brand-new series of videos starting Wednesday, October 7!

In this series, Lama Jampa Thaye responds to a wide range of questions submitted by practitioners across our global Dechen Community. Whether you are new to the teachings or have practiced for years, these insightful reflections offer clear, practical guidance on how to practice the Dharma authentically amidst modern life.

🗓️ When: Every two weeks starting Wednesday, October 7 ▶️ Subscribe & Watch: https://youtube.com/?si=085OSXoRXR_qt8VH

💬 If you find these teachings helpful, please like, share, and pass this along to your friends, family, and anyone who might benefit.

24/09/2026

Why do Buddhists meditate? Karma Thinley Rinpoche explains, in his book A Calm Place In The Storm, if one wishes to see a golden fish in a lotus pond where many bubbles, waves and turbid water obscure one’s vision, it is necessary for the water itself to become tranquil. It is only then that one can look into it to see the golden fish. Similarly, if one wishes to give rise to enlightenment, the disturbances caused by ordinary worldly thoughts and emotions that make enlightenment difficult to achieve, need to be conquered first. And also meditation is GOOD FOR U 😄

We are delighted that Paul Rogers from our sister centre in Exeter will be at the Bristol Centre on Sunday 27th Septembe...
18/09/2026

We are delighted that Paul Rogers from our sister centre in Exeter will be at the Bristol Centre on Sunday 27th September 2026 to lead a day of study and meditation on Geshe Langri Thangpa’s “Eight Verses of Mind Training”.

These practical instructions show us how encountering even difficult people can provide the very resource that we need to dissolve attachment to self and transform our ordinary everyday mind into the thought of enlightenment.

The day will be ideal for anyone wanting to deepen their understanding of the Buddhist path.

Timings:

Each session will involve meditation, listening to the teaching, and time for reflection and questions.

10.30-11.30am
12.00-1.00pm
2.15-3.15pm
3.45-4.45pm
Refreshments will be provided but please bring some lunch (to share if you wish). You may also find it helpful to bring a notebook.

Suggested donation: £15 for the day or £5 per session

17/09/2026

Do I have to be a Buddhist to come along? Nope! Anyone is welcome to come along to our centre. We have meditation classes for complete beginners and and we hold a summer and festive party that many invite their family and friends to. Our Sunday practice is where families and pets are especially welcome. You don’t have to agree with what you hear, questioning and exploring the teachings is part of the Buddhist tradition. Buddha encouraged people to examine the teachings for themselves and not accept them on blind faith. So come with questions and curiosity!

✨NEW COURSE exploring the Buddhist path starts today, Saturday, 10.30am. ✨Free, donations welcome. You can book via the ...
12/09/2026

✨NEW COURSE exploring the Buddhist path starts today, Saturday, 10.30am.

✨Free, donations welcome. You can book via the Meetup link below, or just turn up.

✨ The session includes meditation, a short talk on a key topic (this week Adrian covers the origins and spread of Buddhism in India), reflection and post session conversation too.

✨ All welcome - join at any point in the course, more details at the link below 👇

https://www.meetup.com/sakya-buddhism-bristol-meetup/events/316516844/?utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=share-btn_savedevents_share_modal&utm_source=link&utm_version=v2&member_id=140213792

Address

121 Sommerville Road
Bristol
BS65BX

Opening Hours

Tuesday 8pm - 9pm
Wednesday 10:30am - 11:30am
Saturday 10:30am - 12pm

Telephone

+441179244424

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