Oxford Buddhist Society

20/06/2026

🍃 The Children’s Mindfulness Club 🍃

We are delighted to introduce a new monthly programme for children in our community.

The sessions offer storytelling, simple mindfulness practices, gentle guidance, and time for reflection in a calm and nurturing environment.

Next session: Saturday, 27 June 2026

🍀 Primary School Students: 4:00–4:40pm

🍀 Secondary School Students: 4:40–5:30pm

Please RSVP via the event link below if your child or children would like to attend: https://oxfordbuddhistsociety.org/events/the-childrens-mindfulness-club/

We look forward to welcoming our younger members to the monastery.

Thank you! 🙏

15/06/2026

🍃 Poson Full-Moon Mindfulness Meditation Retreat 🍃

On the dawn of Poson Full-Moon Day 2026, we warmly invite you to our forthcoming Mindfulness Meditation Retreat, held under the theme:

“Mindfulness, Wisdom, and Human Connection in a Distracted Age”

Date: Sunday, 28 June 2026
Time: 9:00am–6:00pm

The retreat will include Dhamma talks and discussions, guided sitting and walking mindfulness meditation, shared reflections, a traditional Poson pandal, and a special workshop on meditation and cognitive transmission in the monastery garden.

Further details and registration information can be found here:
https://oxfordbuddhistsociety.org/events/poson-full-moon-mindfulness-meditation-retreat-2026/

We look forward to sharing this noble day with you in a spirit of calm and wisdom.

Thank you! 🙏

08/06/2026

🌿 Weekly Wisdom 🌿

We are pleased to share the video from our third Mindfulness Meditation Session of 2026, The Art of Letting Go: From Mindfulness to Freedom.

This session offered an opportunity to reflect on how mindfulness helps us release attachment, cultivate inner peace, and discover greater freedom in daily life. The programme included a Dhamma reflection, guided meditation, and shared discussion.

We warmly invite you to watch and reflect:
https://youtu.be/s8FYOlQiAA4

Thank you! 🙏

“The more we let go, the more we discover the freedom that has alwa...

30/05/2026

🍃 Vesak Full-Moon Day 2026 – Buddha Year 2570 🍃

Today, under the theme “Inner Peace, Global Peace: Buddha’s Wisdom in a World in Crisis,” we gathered for a day dedicated to the Dhamma, bringing together reflection, learning, and practice in honour of the Buddha’s life and teachings. Through inspiring Dhamma discussions, meditation, scholarly insights, and meaningful dialogues, participants explored the timeless relevance of the Buddha’s path to wisdom, compassion, and inner peace. 🌕

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to everyone who supported and participated in this Vesak Full-Moon Day celebration. 🏮

May the merits generated through this wholesome gathering be shared with all beings, bringing peace, happiness, and well-being to the world.🌍

Thank you! 🙏

26/05/2026

🍃 Vesak Full-Moon Day Programme 2026 🍃

On the auspicious occasion of Vesak Full-Moon Day, we warmly invite you to join our Full-Moon Day Programme, which will be held *this Saturday, 30 May 2026, from 8:00am to 8:00pm* at our monastery.

This special one-day programme brings together mindfulness meditation retreat, guided meditation sessions, reflections, learning, and guest speeches from the University of Oxford, as we commemorate this sacred occasion together.

More details and RSVP: https://oxfordbuddhistsociety.org/events/vesak-full-moon-day-programme/

We look forward to sharing this noble and joyful occasion with you this weekend.

Thank you! 🙏

22/05/2026

🍃 Vesak Week Celebration 2026 🍃

We warmly invite you to join us for a week of reflection, peace, and community as we celebrate Vesak (Buddha Day 2026), the most sacred time in the Buddhist calendar.

Throughout the week, we will be offering a variety of activities, including traditional chanting, guided meditation sessions, Dhamma discussions for adults and children, and a beautiful lantern exhibition in the monastery garden.

The celebration will begin on Sunday, 24 May 2026 (7:00pm–8:30pm) and conclude on Saturday, 30 May 2026 (7:00pm–8:30pm).

More details and RSVP: https://oxfordbuddhistsociety.org/events/vesak-week-celebration-24th-may-2026-29th-may-2026/

Thank you! 🙏

17/05/2026

🌿 The Vesak Full-Moon Day, aka Buddha Day 2026 🌿

We warmly invite you to join us for three special Vesak observances at our monastery:

1. Vesak Full-Moon Day Retreat — 30 May 2026, 8:00 am–8:00 pm
A full-day retreat with guided meditation, Dhamma discussions, shared reflections, guest talks, and a workshop on the theme: “Inner Peace, Global Peace: The Buddha’s Wisdom in a World in Crisis.”

2. Vesak Week Celebration — 24–29 May 2026, 7:00 pm–8:30 pm
An uplifting week of evening programmes, including short talks for adults and children, traditional chanting, mindfulness meditation, and a beautiful lantern exhibition in the monastery garden.

3. Week of Generosity — 24–29 May 2026
In the spirit of Vesak, all teachings, meditation sessions, and guidance are offered freely. We welcome your support and kindness to help us continue this work for the benefit of many.

More details:

🍃 Meditation Retreat: https://oxfordbuddhistsociety.org/events/vesak-full-moon-day-programme/

🍃 Vesak Week: https://oxfordbuddhistsociety.org/events/vesak-week-celebration-24th-may-2026-29th-may-2026/

🍃 Support us: https://oxfordbuddhistsociety.org/support/

Thank you! 🙏