Find Peace, Calm, and Community in Bournemouth
We Welcome Everyone
You don't need to be a Buddhist to find a warm welcome here. We are a friendly community in Bournemouth, offering a peaceful sanctuary for everyone.
Whether you are looking to learn meditation for stress relief, explore the profound wisdom of Buddhist teachings, or simply find a supportive community, our doors are open. All are welcome.
New to the Centre? Start Here.
Visiting a new place can be daunting. We’ve put together a simple guide to answer all your common questions: What should I wear? Do I need to be a Buddhist? What happens in a class? We are a friendly, open group, and there is no pressure. All are welcome.
What Our Community Says
I have been attending Sakya Thubten Ling for several months, and I can honestly say it has been a profound and positive change in my life.
What first struck me was how genuinely lovely and welcoming everyone is. I was new to all of this, and I really loved that there was absolutely no pressure to become a Buddhist. They welcome everyone, whether you are just curious about meditation or looking for a way to gain control of your mind and live a life with more compassion and happiness.
The centre itself is just a little gem, and a truly authentic Tibetan Buddhist Centre right here in Bournemouth. I was so fortunate to be able to take refuge and receive the Green Tara initiation when the founding Lama, Khenpo Lekshey (who is the director of the main Sakya Monastery in India), visited this September. It was an incredible experience.
I would highly recommend this place to anyone and everyone. It’s a supportive, peaceful, and special community.
Our Monthly Programme
We offer a rich programme of sessions that vary from week to week. Our main activities include:
- Guided Meditations
- Buddhist Teachings & Talks
- Green Tara Pujas (for initiates)
Our schedule changes monthly. Please check our full, up-to-date calendar for all dates and times.
Latest News
See our latest announcements, upcoming events, and stories from our centre. All are welcome to get involved.
Khenpo is visiting in September! Check his schedule!
We are happy to announce that one of our founding Lamas of the Sakya THubten Ling, Khenpo Lekshey, is returning to Bournemouth. We have invited him to visit our centre on the following days: Saturday 6th September - 2pm Welcome talk and Refuge Ceremony. Sunday 7th...
Saga Dawa Duchen celebration on Weds 11 June
Saga Dawa is the commemoration of the enlightenment and death, or Mahaparinirvana, of the Buddha. On June 11 at 6.30pm, you can join us for a some talks about the meaning of the event, the life of the Buddha and its place in Tibetan culture. There will also be a...
Open Day This Saturday!
There will be an open Day at the Sakya Thubten Ling, this coming Saturday, April 12th, 11am to 3pm. All are welcome to visit the centre, chat to volunteers or enjoy a quiet meditation.
