Buddhist meditation, retreats, courses and classes
EVERYONE WELCOME
EVERYONE WELCOME
Buxton
Samudra Buddhist Centre
Samudra Kadampa Buddhist Centre
Your space for peace, meditation & well-being
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 for the High Peak community. 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:
FREE Open Days
Aug 15th | Sept 19th | Oct 31st
10:00 - 14:00
Everyone is welcome to drop in and ask any questions, browse our shop, experience a free guided meditation, with free refreshments and snacks.
Come as you are!
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FREE Guided Meditations
Tuesdays & Fridays
Every Week | 12:30 - 12:45
A perfect opportunity to step away from your busy daily routine and experience a moment of inner peace.
No need to book, drop-ins welcome!
Meditation & Lunch | £4
Every Month | Last Friday
From 12:30
On the last Friday of the month, after your free meditation, join us for a tasty, home-cooked vegetarian lunch.
Drop-in and join us
Buddhist Art Sessions | £4
Fortnightly | Fridays
14:00 - 16:00
Discover peace of mind and concentration through art. Learn to paint and draw Buddhist symbols while discovering their deeper meaning.
Beginner-friendly, walk-ins welcome
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. We offer a variety of ways to help you find lasting happiness
Explore What We Offer...
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.
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 & Helpful Resources
Free eBooks
Special gift for everybody from the author, Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso
Free Meditation App
Find Your Nearest Meditation Centre
There’s probably a Kadampa meditation center closer than you think. Use this free app to quickly find classes, events, and retreats at nearly 1,000 locations worldwide.
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iPhone / iPad
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Open kadampa.org/directory in Safari
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Tap Share, then “Add to Home Screen”
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Tap “Add” — you’re all set!
Android
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Open kadampa.org/directory in Chrome
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Tap the menu icon, then “Install App”
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Tap “Install” — you’re all set!
