A long-running London society that teaches across Buddhist traditions. This guide is compiled from the place's own published information; we have not visited, and it is not a review.
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The place
The Buddhist Society's site lists meditation classes in several traditions, including Theravada, Zen, Tibetan and Pure Land, many offered in person and online. It also runs courses, talks, a library with catalogue, audio and digital collections, a magazine (the Middle Way journal) and religious education resources for schools. Its site mentions its 100th anniversary lecture series.
What it offers
- Lunchtime meditation on weekdays, for example Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday at 12:40.
- Evening classes such as Theravada meditation and Fundamentals of Zen Buddhism.
- Courses including Introducing Buddhism and Introducing Abhidhamma.
- A library open to members, with audio and digital collections.
Before you go
- Read what Buddhism is.
- See the UK directory.
- Check the term calendar on the society's own site.
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