Location: Beamsley Project
At the Beamsley Project
From 6pm on Friday 11th of November to 3pm Sunday 13th November 2016
The Leeds Buddhist Centre Sangha Retreat is held twice each year. This autumn we’re going back to the Beamsley Project, a quiet rural location, near Bolton Abbey in Wharfedale. It’s a chance to practice with old friends and to make new friends. The programme includes meditation, work-shops and ritual, and there is also time to enjoy the beautiful surroundings.
Where physically possible all retreatants are asked to help out with cooking and washing-up etc.. All meals are vegan and sleeping accommodation is provided (shared rooms, but if you need a single room for medical reasons, please ask). Please bring your own towels, bedding is provided by the venue.
Everyone who meditates regularly is welcome, and in fact, this is a good weekend for those who have not been on retreat before. It is friendly, easy going and fun—with lots of meditation and Dharma practice.
How to book
Booking forms are be available at the Centre on the noticeboard. Please complete the form and enclose a non-returnable deposit of £65 to cover the basic costs.
Early booking is recommended as the retreat is often oversubscribed.
If you cannot afford the deposit…
There are two bursary places available, for which a donation is invited. If you would like to put your name down for one of these, please email the centre: enquiries@leedsbuddhistcentre.org
No deposit is required from the organiser, the cook or the shopper so if you would like to volunteer for one of these jobs please email the centre. Again, a donation is invited bearing in mind the donation of work made.
The Mandala of Generosity
The balance is payable on the retreat itself (by cash or cheque): Our aim is to inspire a culture of generosity in the way we share Buddhist Teachings so, once the deposit has been paid, it is up to you how much more you pay. We suggest an additional donation (over and above the deposit) of between £15 and £65.We leave the exact amount for you to decide, depending on your means and your sense of generosity. Some may choose to pay less than the minimum but we hope that those who can will pay more. This way we help people on every level of income to access the Dharma and we all help to sustain Leeds Buddhist Centre.
Date/Time
Date(s) - 11/11/2016 - 13/11/2016
6:00 pm - 3:00 pm