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CLASSES & EVENTS

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Meditation Drop-ins

Wednesday evenings at 7.15pm

In person, newcomers welcome. 

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Monday mornings at 8.00am

Online, for people with some meditation experience. 

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Meditation & Buddhism for Under35s

Thursday evenings at 6.00pm

In person, for people aged 18-35, newcomers welcome. 

People of Colour Events

Weekend afternoons and day events.

In person, by people of colour, for people of colour. Newcomers welcome. 

A NIGHT IN MARRAKESH: Fundraising Dinner for the Croydon Buddhist Centre
A NIGHT IN MARRAKESH: Fundraising Dinner for the Croydon Buddhist Centre
A NIGHT IN MARRAKESH: Fundraising Dinner for the Croydon Buddhist Centre
Fri 26 Jun
Croydon Buddhist Centre
The Centre Team is inviting you to our annual fundraising dinner, which we are hosting to meet our yearly target in a delicious way! Tickets for £60, £40, or £30
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UPCOMING DROP-IN EVENTS

  • Wednesday Meditation Drop-in
    Wednesday Meditation Drop-in
    Wed 03 Jun
    03 Jun 2026, 19:15 – 20:15 BST
    Come along for accessible Buddhist meditation, down-to-earth teachings, and the company of like-minded people. Whether you are completely new or have meditated before, you are warmly welcome. Why not join us for dinner at 6.30pm? Suggested donation per session: £12 (waged) / £8 (unwaged)
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  • YOUNG PEOPLE'S NIGHT: How Do I Respond to the Challenges of the World?
    YOUNG PEOPLE'S NIGHT: How Do I Respond to the Challenges of the World?
    Thu 04 Jun
    04 Jun 2026, 18:00 – 19:30
    A meaningful life is possible. Join us for an evening of discussion, meditation and good food, with people of similar age and values. For people aged 18-35, newcomers welcome. No booking necessary, just turn up!
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  • FROM ANGER TO COMPASSION: Buddhist Practices for Positive Change
    FROM ANGER TO COMPASSION: Buddhist Practices for Positive Change
    Sat 06 Jun
    06 Jun 2026, 10:30 – 12:45
    In this series we’ll be looking at the Buddhist take on anger. Most suitable to those with some experience with Buddhism. Suggested donation per session: £12 (waged) / £8 (unwaged)
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  • Monday Morning Metta (Online via Zoom)
    Monday Morning Metta (Online via Zoom)
    Mon 08 Jun
    08 Jun 2026, 08:00 – 09:00 BST
    Set yourself up for the week by meditating with others online. Suitable for everyone who knows the two basic meditation practices in our tradition (the Mindfulness of Breathing and Metta Bhavana). By donation (please donate on our website).
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  • Wednesday Meditation Drop-in
    Wednesday Meditation Drop-in
    Wed 10 Jun
    10 Jun 2026, 19:15 – 20:15 BST
    Come along for accessible Buddhist meditation, down-to-earth teachings, and the company of like-minded people. Whether you are completely new or have meditated before, you are warmly welcome. Why not join us for dinner at 6.30pm? Suggested donation per session: £12 (waged) / £8 (unwaged)
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  • FROM ANGER TO COMPASSION: Buddhist Practices for Positive Change
    FROM ANGER TO COMPASSION: Buddhist Practices for Positive Change
    Sat 13 Jun
    13 Jun 2026, 10:30 – 12:45
    In this series we’ll be looking at the Buddhist take on anger. Most suitable to those with some experience with Buddhism. Suggested donation per session: £12 (waged) / £8 (unwaged)
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  • Monday Morning Metta (Online via Zoom)
    Monday Morning Metta (Online via Zoom)
    Mon 15 Jun
    15 Jun 2026, 08:00 – 09:00 BST
    Set yourself up for the week by meditating with others online. Suitable for everyone who knows the two basic meditation practices in our tradition (the Mindfulness of Breathing and Metta Bhavana). By donation (please donate on our website).
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  • Wednesday Meditation Drop-in
    Wednesday Meditation Drop-in
    Wed 17 Jun
    17 Jun 2026, 19:15 – 20:15 BST
    Come along for accessible Buddhist meditation, down-to-earth teachings, and the company of like-minded people. Whether you are completely new or have meditated before, you are warmly welcome. Why not join us for dinner at 6.30pm? Suggested donation per session: £12 (waged) / £8 (unwaged)
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  • DHARMA MORNING: The Bāhiya Sutta — Seeing Clearly, Ending Suffering
    DHARMA MORNING: The Bāhiya Sutta — Seeing Clearly, Ending Suffering
    Sat 20 Jun
    20 Jun 2026, 10:30 – 12:45
    Join Devagosha for a Dharma Morning session exploring the Bāhiya Sutta. Suggested donation per session: £12 (waged) / £8 (unwaged). Suitability: Open to all, most suitable to those with experience of Buddhism.
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  • People of Colour Gathering - June
    People of Colour Gathering - June
    Sat 20 Jun
    20 Jun 2026, 14:00 – 16:00
    Come to meditate, relax, connect with like-minded people, and explore how Buddhism can transform your life. Every third Saturday of the month, 2-4pm. No prior involvement necessary. Suggested donation: £12 (waged) / £8 (unwaged)
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  • Monday Morning Metta (Online via Zoom)
    Monday Morning Metta (Online via Zoom)
    Mon 22 Jun
    22 Jun 2026, 08:00 – 09:00 BST
    Set yourself up for the week by meditating with others online. Suitable for everyone who knows the two basic meditation practices in our tradition (the Mindfulness of Breathing and Metta Bhavana). By donation (please donate on our website).
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  • Wednesday Meditation Drop-in
    Wednesday Meditation Drop-in
    Wed 24 Jun
    24 Jun 2026, 19:15 – 20:15 BST
    Come along for accessible Buddhist meditation, down-to-earth teachings, and the company of like-minded people. Whether you are completely new or have meditated before, you are warmly welcome. Why not join us for dinner at 6.30pm? Suggested donation per session: £12 (waged) / £8 (unwaged)
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  • DHARMA MORNING: Private Passions — Being a Support in Death
    DHARMA MORNING: Private Passions — Being a Support in Death
    Sat 27 Jun
    27 Jun 2026, 10:30 – 12:45
    Join us to see how the Dharma shapes people's lives outside of the Buddhist Centre, and walk away feeling more connected and inspired. Suggested donation per session: £12 (waged) / £8 (unwaged). All welcome!
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  • Monday Morning Metta (Online via Zoom)
    Monday Morning Metta (Online via Zoom)
    Mon 29 Jun
    29 Jun 2026, 08:00 – 09:00 BST
    Set yourself up for the week by meditating with others online. Suitable for everyone who knows the two basic meditation practices in our tradition (the Mindfulness of Breathing and Metta Bhavana). By donation (please donate on our website).
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  • Wednesday Meditation Drop-in
    Wednesday Meditation Drop-in
    Wed 01 Jul
    01 Jul 2026, 19:15 – 20:15 BST
    Come along for accessible Buddhist meditation, down-to-earth teachings, and the company of like-minded people. Whether you are completely new or have meditated before, you are warmly welcome. Why not join us for dinner at 6.30pm? Suggested donation per session: £12 (waged) / £8 (unwaged)
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  • YOUNG PEOPLE'S NIGHT: How Do I Respond to Others in a Polarised World?
    YOUNG PEOPLE'S NIGHT: How Do I Respond to Others in a Polarised World?
    Thu 02 Jul
    02 Jul 2026, 18:00 – 19:30
    A meaningful life is possible. Join us for an evening of discussion, meditation and good food, with people of similar age and values. For people aged 18-35, newcomers welcome. No booking necessary, just turn up!
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  • Monday Morning Metta (Online via Zoom)
    Monday Morning Metta (Online via Zoom)
    Mon 06 Jul
    06 Jul 2026, 08:00 – 09:00 BST
    Set yourself up for the week by meditating with others online. Suitable for everyone who knows the two basic meditation practices in our tradition (the Mindfulness of Breathing and Metta Bhavana). By donation (please donate on our website).
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  • Mark's Ordination Send-off | Tuesday Evening
    Mark's Ordination Send-off | Tuesday Evening
    Tue 07 Jul
    07 Jul 2026, 19:00 – 21:00
    A joyful evening of rejoicings as we send off one of our sangha members to his ordination retreat. All welcome!
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JOINING DHARMA MORNINGS VIA ZOOM?

You can also join our Saturday morning sessions via Zoom, if coming in person is not available to you. 

ARE THESE CLASSES / EVENTS FOR ME?

Our drop-in classes and events have a variety of themes from meditation through mantra singing to communication and community building. No booking is necessary, and all on donation.

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