Tag: Vajrasana

London Buddhist Centre
London Buddhist Centre

What is a retreat?

By LDNBuddhist on Mon, 29 May, 2017 - 15:03

What is a retreat?

By LDNBuddhist on Mon, 29 May, 2017 - 15:03

Stunning new short film generously made by Andrew Lang with voice-over from Tim Shaw. Huge thanks to them both. Enjoy!
Triratna Young Buddhists
Triratna Young Buddhists

Women's sub 35 retreat at Vajrasana 9-11th of June

By Prajnaketu on Thu, 20 Apr, 2017 - 11:22

Women's sub 35 retreat at Vajrasana 9-11th of June

By Prajnaketu on Thu, 20 Apr, 2017 - 11:22

Danayutta writes:

Dharma practice is a vigorous and courageous engagement with life, the world and reality. On this retreat, we will be exploring meditation and Buddhist practices that will help us strengthen and embody the fearless wisdom and compassion that transforms ourselves and the world.

Suitable for women who regularly practice the mindfulness of breathing and metta bhavana.

9-11th of June, Vajrasana, £180/£140

Booking essential
Jobs, Volunteering & Communities
Jobs, Volunteering & Communities

Vajrasana Retreat Centre: opportunity to join the residential team

By Nandavajra on Wed, 1 Mar, 2017 - 18:55
  • Vajrasana

Vajrasana Retreat Centre: opportunity to join the residential team

By Nandavajra on Wed, 1 Mar, 2017 - 18:55

Vajrasana Retreat Centre is looking for a new member to join the residential team

The newly rebuilt Vajrasana Retreat Centre is now fully open and running a large programme of retreats. There is an on-site residential community of Dharmachari’s (Abhayavajra, Jnanaruchi and Saddhaketu) and an opportunity to join this team has become available.


The LBC is now inviting expressions of interest from any male Order member or experienced GFR Mitra who would be interested in living and working at Vajrasana. 

The suitable candidate will...
Triratna News
Triratna News

New Vajrasana: the first five months

By Munisha on Thu, 20 Oct, 2016 - 15:12
  • New Shakyamuni rupa
  • Subhuti wields ribbon-scissors

New Vajrasana: the first five months

By Munisha on Thu, 20 Oct, 2016 - 15:12

Two years ago the London Buddhist Centre (LBC) demolished most of Vajrasana, its much loved retreat centre in Suffolk. After a huge redevelopment, the centre ceremonially reopened in May. Watch the ceremony highlights.  

Singhamanas looks back:

“The London Buddhist Centre here in Bethnal Green, east London, had been getting busier year-on-year with most of our classes and retreats oversubscribed. We needed to increase the capacity at Vajrasana so that more people could experience the...
Jobs, Volunteering & Communities
Jobs, Volunteering & Communities

Vajrasana - new team and community member

By Nandavajra on Thu, 13 Oct, 2016 - 11:04
  • Akshobhya

Vajrasana - new team and community member

By Nandavajra on Thu, 13 Oct, 2016 - 11:04

Vajrasana - new team and community member

The newly rebuilt Vajrasana Retreat Centre is now fully open and running a large programme of retreats. There is an on-site residential community of Dharmacharis (Abhayavajra, Jnanaruchi and Saddhaketu) and an opportunity to join this team has become available.

The LBC is now inviting expressions of interest from any male Order member who would be interested in living and working at Vajrasana.

The suitable candidate will need to fit-in well and contribute to the...
Jobs, Volunteering & Communities
Jobs, Volunteering & Communities

Vajrasana - new team and community member

By Nandavajra on Mon, 8 Aug, 2016 - 22:19
  • Vajrasana Shrine room
  • Vajrasana Courtyard

Vajrasana - new team and community member

By Nandavajra on Mon, 8 Aug, 2016 - 22:19

Vajrasana Retreat Centre is looking for a new team and community member

The newly rebuilt Vajrasana Retreat Centre is now fully open and running a large programme of retreats. There is an on-site residential community of Dharmachari’s (Abhayavajra, Jnanaruchi and Saddhaketu) and an opportunity to join this team has become available.


The LBC is now inviting expressions of interest from any male Order member who would be interested in living and working at Vajrasana. There may be a possibility for an...
London Buddhist Centre
London Buddhist Centre

The New Vajrasana

The New Vajrasana

By LDNBuddhist on Wed, 3 Aug, 2016 - 17:15

Here’s the short booklet we made celebrating the opening of Vajrasana. It tells a wonderful story of how the new retreat centre has been developed over the years 
London Buddhist Centre
London Buddhist Centre

Vajrasana Retreat Centre Reviewed in the Guardian

By LDNBuddhist on Tue, 2 Aug, 2016 - 17:52
  • Akshobhya Courtyard
  • Sangha Courtyard
  • Shrine Room Walls
  • Vajrasana Dining Hall & Lounge

Vajrasana Retreat Centre Reviewed in the Guardian

By LDNBuddhist on Tue, 2 Aug, 2016 - 17:52

Vajrasana retreat centre review – magnificent, modern Buddhist haven

Read the full article in the Guardian here

“My name is Maitrivajri,” says the lady waiting at the entrance to a smart black barn, deep in the Suffolk countryside. “It means a diamond thunderbolt of universal loving kindness.”

It’s not quite what you expect to encounter on the edge of the sleepy village of Walsham-le-Willows, but then this is no ordinary barn. Since 2000, Potash farm has been home to Vajrasana, the rural outpost of the...
Clear Vision Trust
Clear Vision Trust

The New Vajrasana Retreat Centre

By Amaradaya on Wed, 6 Jul, 2016 - 13:50

The New Vajrasana Retreat Centre

By Amaradaya on Wed, 6 Jul, 2016 - 13:50

The London Buddhist Centre launches its new improved retreat Centre in Suffolk 
London Buddhist Centre
London Buddhist Centre

Brief Highlights from the Vajrasana Grand Opening Ritual

By Singhamanas on Fri, 10 Jun, 2016 - 13:18

Brief Highlights from the Vajrasana Grand Opening Ritual

By Singhamanas on Fri, 10 Jun, 2016 - 13:18

Subhuti ceremonially cutting the ribbons to the temple precinct, procession, circumambulation and enshrinement of Dhardo Rimpoche’s ashes in the new Stupa.

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