An oasis of calm in a busy city
Helping to transform life through Meditation, Buddhism, Mindfulness and Yoga.
At Brighton Buddhist Centre we teach meditation and Buddhism in a way that is relevant to contemporary life.
We are inspired to create an atmosphere which is conducive to spiritual practice: to calm, to friendship and to insight.
We are part of Triratna, an International Buddhist Movement.
The Centre is open every day for drop-in meditation and yoga and classes. No need to book in advance.
We also offer a range of courses which can be booked here on the website or over the phone or in-person at our reception desk.
Disabilty access: All of our entrances and doors are step-free and wheelchair accessible and we have a lift to all floors. We have a portable hearing loop system available on request.
What's Happening
Life with Full Attention – A practical course in mindfulness
Wednesday 14th October 2026, 7pm to 9pm An 8 week course from Wednesday 14th October to Wednesday 9th December (with a break on Wednesday 28th October). We often feel like we’re not living life to the full. It’s as if instead of directly experiencing life we’re lost in a cacophony of thought, anxiety and chaos. […]
Two Young Sangha Events coming up…
Ancient Wisdom, Modern Times For those aged 18 to 35 Saturday 17th October 2pm to 5pm We are living in a time which is often termed a polycrisis, with economic instability, climate change, drought, flood, famine, populism, refugee crisis and war. How do we face all of this? How can we equip ourselves to be […]
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An Introduction to Buddhist Meditation Course
A 4-week course – Four Saturday afternoons 14th, 21st, 28th November and 5th December. 2pm to 4pm Change Your Mind…Learn the two meditation practices we teach here at the Buddhist Centre – the Mindfulness of Breathing and the Metta Bhavana. Learn the “nuts and bolts” of the practices, plus posture, dealing with distractions and setting […]
Beauty of Mantra
Saturday 14th November 7.30pm to 9.30pm Led by Mahasukha A magical evening of uplifting, meditative and devotional Buddhist mantra with beautiful harmonies. Mahasukha will teach a mantra(s) in part-harmony and accompany the chanting with gentle drumming. His style of mantra is soulful, enchanting and deeply moving. We will chant the mantra before a beautiful shrine […]