Next Sangha Retreat - 2 to 4 October 2026
Rivendell Retreat Centre
Living a Creative Life
A wonderful opportunity to gather together and practice creatively in the spiritual life.
Prices:
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Early bird £170 (full price £180 after 4 September)
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Concessions £100
For more details on prices, see the small print below.
Led by Sraddhamayi, Satyamati, Vidyaketu and Niccy, this will be a chance to deepen friendship and connection, going deeper into meditation, communication, ritual, art and body work; all within the context of the Buddha's teachings.
Come and join us!
The small print
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This retreat is open to regular members of the Triratna South East Buddhist Group (i.e. from the Hastings, Eastbourne and Tunbridge Wells sanghas). It is not suitable for beginners or anyone under the age of 18. If you are uncertain if this retreat is for you, contact Satyamati (satyamati@outlook.com) or Vidyaketu (vidyaketu@hotmail.com).
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If you are new to meditation or to Triratna we suggest you take a look at the retreats offered by Rivendell Retreat Centre.
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The retreat price includes all your food, accommodation and teaching for the weekend. However, we don't want lack of money to prevent anyone coming on retreat and we can offer bursaries for those on very low income. If you'd like to discuss this with the team, contact Satyamati (satyamati@outlook.com) or Vidyaketu (vidyaketu@hotmail.com).
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Cancellations are always a difficulty for us, particularly if they are made at the last minute. With regret, we need to say that if you cancel within 2 weeks of the retreat, and we are unable to replace you with someone on a waiting list, we will be unable to offer a refund.
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Please be aware that most people will be in (single sex) shared rooms.
Going on Retreat
What is a Retreat?
A Buddhist retreat gives you a chance to put aside the concerns and demands of your everyday routine. By getting away from the noise and clutter of your everyday life, you can begin to relax and open up. Many people who go on Buddhist retreats feel more grounded, calmer and in touch with themselves. Those who go on retreat regularly find these qualities pervading the rest of their lives, and can live more and more from their human potential.
Going on retreat gives you the opportunity to share time, and inspiration with like-minded people from all walks of life. Many people find that a sense of community develops as a retreat progresses, and lasting friendships are born from their experience.
But retreats are not 'holidays'. They are an opportunity to deepen your awareness of yourself, other people, and the world around you. They give you space to clarify what is essential in your life. And as such, a retreat can be a challenging, life changing experience.
The daily programmes vary depending on what type of retreat you book, the theme and from Retreat Centre to Retreat Centre. Most retreats include meditation, periods of silence, and other activities such as talks, workshops, study groups, and sometimes yoga. They also have short work activities and free time.
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Choosing a retreat with Triratna
It is important to select a retreat appropriate to your level of experience. The levels are shown in each listing and you should check this before you book, they differ from centre to centre a little, but essentially they are....
Introductory: Suitable for all, including beginners.
Triratna: Suitable for those with a regular meditation practice who attend a centre or group within the context of the Triratna Community
Intensive: At least 2 years meditation practice, familiar with retreats and attend a centre or group within the context of the Triratna Community. Often involve extended periods of meditation and spend most of the retreat in silence.
GFR: For Mitras who have asked for ordination.
Order members: Only for those members that have been ordained.