Located in the heart of Buxton, Samudra Kadampa Buddhist Centre is a registered charity which serves as a quiet sanctuary of peace, relaxation, and practical wisdom in the High Peak and surrounding area. For over 25 years our community hub has been dedicated to helping people find mental clarity and lasting happiness through modern Buddhist meditation.
"When the turbulence of distracting thoughts subside and our mind becomes still, a deep happiness and contentment naturally arises from within."
- Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Rinpoche
First Time Visiting?
If you are new to meditation or looking for a gentle place to start, try one of our beginner-friendly events:
Everyone is Welcome!
You don't need to be a Buddhist or have any prior experience. Our sessions are designed to be practical, welcoming, and easy to apply to modern daily life.
Weekly Classes
Reduce stress and clear your mind with our weekly drop-in classes. Combining guided meditation with insightful talks, every session offers practical tools to navigate life’s challenges.
Day & Half-Day Courses
Take your practice further with our day and half-day courses. Perfect for both beginners and experienced meditators, offering practical insights to help you cultivate lasting inner peace.
Retreats & Special Events
Step away from daily life with our retreats and special events. From local meditation events with shared meals to special weekend away retreats in beautiful, serene settings.
Upcoming Weekly Classes
A Sense of Calm - Living With Purpose | Weekly Meditation Classes
Buxton | Macclesfield | Prestbury | Leek | New Mills | Glossop | Chapel-en-le-Frith
Sept 1st - Oct 8th
Week 1: A meaningful life
Week 2: Living with uncertainty
Week 3: We have been here before and will be again
Week 4: Turning to a reliable source of protection
Week 5: Understanding the real cause of our suffering
Week 6: Shaping a better future
6 Week Series
Upcoming Half-Day Courses
Upcoming Retreats & Special Events
Limited Availability39 days to the event13 Nov 2026, 19:30 – 15 Nov 2026, 12:45A weekend retreat to rest your mind, recharge your energy, and rediscover inner peace in a beautiful and serene environment.
Prayers for World Peace
Free to AttendMultiple Dates20 days to the event25 Oct 2026, 10:30 – 11:10Samudra Buddhist Centre, 47 High St, Buxton SK17 6HB, UKIf everyone sincerely wishes to be able to cherish others, and works towards this aim, the world will then be permanently at peace, and pure and everlasting happiness will pervade the entire world. These sessions include some very beautiful chanted prayers.
Upcoming Chanted Prayers
Free to attend - Everyone is welcome to join
Heart Jewel Prayers05 Oct 2026, 08:00 – 9:00
Visit Our Shop & Lounge
Open Mon - Fri | 10:00 - 12:30
We offer a warm space where everyone is welcome to enjoy a complimentary tea, coffee, and biscuits on our comfy sofas or soak up the sun at our outdoor tables.
Mon - Fri | 10:00 – 12:00
Browse our dedicated shop stocked with official Tharpa resources, or take a quiet moment in our reading corner:
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Books for Sale: Full collection of authoritative titles by Geshe-la published by Tharpa Publications, ranging from introductory books to advanced commentaries, as well as illustrated children’s titles.
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Prayer Booklets & Practice Cards: Official Tharpa sadhanas (prayer booklets) and practice cards
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Sacred Art & Wellness: Golden Buddha statues, framed traditional art prints, lotus incense burners, essential oils, gemstone jewelry, mala beads, and traditional brocade pouches.
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In-house Reference Library: We feature a dedicated library bookcase containing almost all of Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Rinpoche’s books. Visitors are welcome to sit in our lounge, take a book off the shelf, and read during open hours (reference only).
Free ebooks
