New Year's Day
Afternoon Retreat
2-4 Jan | Intro 2nd 7.30pm
Footsteps of Enlightenment
Start the new year with the powerful practice of ‘The Great Mother’, a method for overcoming obstacles and hindrances by reciting the Essence of Wisdom Sutra (The Heart Sutra)
Session times: 2-3pm, 4-5pm
The words of wisdom of the Kadampa meditation masters beautifully transmit their enlightened experience and by meditating on their words, poems and analogies we can follow in their footsteps to deeply transform our mind.
A truly inspiring retreat where we can find the space to explore our own approach to life, its meaning and purpose and use the enlightened insight of these incredible meditators to gain fresh perspectives and build a peaceful path forwards.
Sessions last 1 hour
Introduction
Friday 2nd 7:30-8:30pm
Saturday & Sunday
Session 1: 9-10am
Session 2: 11-12pm
Session 3: 2-3pm
Session 4: 4-5pm
Retreat cost: £25 for non-members and free for members.
Lunch and refreshments are available from the Cafe.
Weekend Retreat
2-4 Jan | Intro 2nd 7.30pm
Footsteps of Enlightenment
Step away from the stress and busyness of daily life and give yourself time to rest, reflect, and reconnect. At Kadampa Meditation Centre Bristol, we offer a variety of meditation retreats throughout the year—both in the heart of Bristol and in peaceful countryside settings. Each retreat provides the perfect opportunity to slow down, quiet the mind, and experience real inner peace.
Our day and weekend retreats include guided meditations, practical talks, and simple methods to develop a calm, positive mind. Through following ancient Buddhist wisdom that is easy to understand and apply, you’ll discover effective ways to reduce stress, let go of worry, and cultivate genuine happiness.
Whether you’re completely new to meditation or have years of experience, our retreats are designed to be accessible, friendly, and deeply transformative. You don’t need to be Buddhist to join—everyone is welcome. Our experienced teachers gently guide you through each step, helping you gain confidence in meditation and insight into how to live with more wisdom and compassion.
Our retreats range from short half-day and day retreats held at the centre, to weekend and countryside retreats that offer a deeper experience away from distractions. Many people find that even a single day spent in a peaceful, supportive environment can create lasting changes in how they feel and respond to life’s challenges.
Join us for a retreat and experience for yourself how meditation can refresh your mind, uplift your heart, and bring balance into every part of your life.