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Samudra Kadampa Buddhist Centre
Your space for peace, meditation & well-being
Sat 19 Sept
Samudra Buddhist Centre
To keep our centre flourishing, it needs a little love and care. We are hosting a Cherishing Day, and we would love for you to join us in cherishing our space. 12:00 lunch break with Sandwiches provided.
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:
Fortnightly Buddhist Art Sessions | £4Date and time is TBD
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
Classes usually run for 4-6 weeks as part of a themed series we teach across multiple venues in the surrounding areas. Classes are self-contained and drop-ins are welcome at all our venues - you can pay at the door or book online in advance if you prefer.
Join individual classes or buy a series pass and get one class free plus the flexibility to join additional classes at other locations!
Weekly Series
Free Classes with Series PassWeekly classes in Buxton | Macclesfield | Prestbury | Leek | New Mills | Glossop | Chapel-en-le-Frith. Save money with a Series Pass or simply join individual classes that interest you.
Upcoming Half-Day Courses
Free with Standard MembershipLetting Go of the Past | Sat Sept 12th | £1510 days to the event12 Sept 2026, 10:00 – 13:00
Free with Standard MembershipA Life Less Distracted | Sat Oct 24th | £1552 days to the event24 Oct 2026, 10:00 – 13:00
Free with Standard MembershipDon't Believe What You Think! | Sat Nov 7th | £1566 days to the event07 Nov 2026, 10:00 – 13:00
Free with Standard MembershipFreedom From Insecurity | Sat Nov 21st | £1580 days to the event21 Nov 2026, 10:00 – 13:00
Free with Standard MembershipHow To Keep The Peace At Christmas | Sun Dec 6th | £1595 days to the event06 Dec 2026, 10:00 – 13:00
Upcoming Retreats & Special Events
Not Included in MembershipThe Inner Peace of Refuge | Special Event | Sat Sept 26th | £2024 days to the event26 Sept 2026, 10:00 – 12:30
Free with Standard MembershipMultiple DatesGuided Purification Retreat101 days to the event12 Dec 2026, 10:00 – 15:45
Not Included in MembershipAway Retreat at Tara IKRC | Fri Nov 13th – Sun Nov 15thBooking Not Yet Available
Prayers for World Peace
Free to Attend30 Aug 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
Everyone is welcome to join
Free to AttendHeart Jewel Prayers1 day to the event03 Sept 2026, 08:00 – 9:00Samudra Buddhist Centre, 47 High St, Buxton SK17 6HB, UK
Free to AttendTara Prayers6 days to the event08 Sept 2026, 10:00 – 10:45Samudra Buddhist Centre, 47 High St, Buxton SK17 6HB, UK
Free to AttendOffering to the Spiritual Guide8 days to the event10 Sept 2026, 08:00 – 9:45Samudra Buddhist Centre, 47 High St, Buxton SK17 6HB, UK
Free to AttendWishfulfilling Jewel with Tsog Offerings9 days to the event11 Sept 2026, 18:30 – 19:45Samudra Buddhist Centre, 47 High St, Buxton SK17 6HB, UK
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
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