Peaceful Mind, Peaceful Life, Peaceful World | 24th - 27th December 2026

Christmas Retreat with Gen-la Kelsang Khyenrab

Day passes available

A deep mid-winter resting and refreshing retreat for the Christmas season to relax and enjoy like-minded company. There will be instruction in basic meditation and simple yet profound teachings on how to transform our mind so we can learn to be relaxed and happy all the time regardless of our circumstances.

The source of real happiness is in our own mind. Hence there will be many opportunities to rest, reflect and enjoy ourselves so we can recharge our batteries and be strong and happy for the new year with a new resilience in our hearts.

Everybody is welcome.

Timetable

Thursday 24th Dec
7.30pm – 8.30pm Introduction with Gen-la Khyenrab

Friday 25th Dec
9.30am – 10.30am Meditation (Kelsang Sama)
11.30am – 1.00pm Talk and Meditation with Gen-la Khyenrab
4.00pm – 5.30pm Talk and Meditation (Kelsang Sama)
7.30pm Offering to the Spiritual Guide with food offerings

Saturday 26th Dec
9.30am – 10.30am Meditation (Kelsang Sama)
11.30am – 1.00pm Talk and Meditation with Gen-la Khyenrab
4.00pm – 5.30pm Talk and Meditation (Kelsang Sama)
7.30pm Prayers to the Wisdom Dharma Protector with food offerings

Sunday 27th Dec
9.30am – 10.30am Meditation (Kelsang Sama)
11.30am – 1.00pm Talk and Meditation with Gen-la Khyenrab

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£65.00

Customer reviews
Customer reviews
What a gorgeous and peaceful place - the new meditation room is cosy in all weathers and a lovely place to meditate and listen to profound wisdom teachings. The cafe is full of welcoming volunteers and has really tasty coffee!! The grounds are full of beautiful trees too - not to be missed. 💛
— Katy
Customer reviews
A wonderful place in a beautiful setting. Numerous sessions bookable. Absolutely recommend to any wanna-be Buddhist, actual Buddhist, or any human that wants to find calm and contentment.
— Steve Eames
Customer reviews
The Tara centre is an absolutely lovely place and a very special place for me and many other's... Fantastic location, beautiful grounds, great place to visit and stay too... Highly recommend the meditation and classes, great teachers and lovely friendly people, in centre and café... This place is truly a special gem, enjoy! 😊❤️👍
— Phantom Rambles

Accommodation

Dorms, Singles and En-suites

Healthy meals

Tharpa Bookstore and Gift Shop

World Peace Cafe

Tara Meditation Hall