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
Mindful Self-Compassion (MSC) Essentials course
Wednesday 11th November 10.30am to 12pm, 6 Weeks Combining the skills of mindfulness and self-compassion, this course provides powerful tools for emotional resilience. Learning to be kinder to ourselves creates a happier inner world and improves our relationships with others. Research shows that the MSC program enhances mental, emotional, and physical wellbeing… more information and […]
Men’s Evening
Thursday 12th November. Led by Sthanashraddha, Maitridarshin and Shuddhadhara. Doors open from 6.30pm, and we meet from 7pm through to 9pm Open to all men in our Sangha. The format will usually include chanting the Tiratnavandana, meditating together, then we will share a meal and have a chance to catch up, talk with each other […]
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 […]
Sangha Day Festival
Sunday 29th November 10.30am to 4.30pm (With GfR and prostration practice for Order Members and GfR Mitras at 9.30am), then doors open 10.30am for an 11am prompt start in the Top Shrine room. With puja, Mitra reaffirmations and meditation in the morning, a shared lunch and a range of presentations and stories from across the […]