Teachings with Lama Tsering Paldron – October and November 2026

Ireland and the UK: 17th October – 1st November 2026

We are delighted to welcome Lama Tsering Paldron back to Ireland and the UK this autumn for a series of Buddhist teachings and events.

Tsering will be offering teachings in Lismore, Rochester and Bosham, providing opportunities for newcomers and experienced practitioners alike to deepen their understanding of Buddhist practice and explore how to bring the teachings into everyday life.

Upcoming Teachings and Events

  • 17th–18th October: Weekend teachings in Lismore, Ireland
  • 24th–25th October: Enlightened Courage – One Year Training Course in Lojong (The Seven Points of Mind Training) begins at Bodhicharya UK Centre, Rochester and online
  • 27th October: Tuesday evening event in Rochester, Kent
  • 29th October: Thursday evening event in Bosham, West Sussex
  • 31st October – 1st November: Weekend teachings in Bosham, West Sussex

About Tsering Paldron

Born in Lisbon, Portugal, Tsering began studying Tibetan Buddhism in 1973 and completed a traditional three-year retreat in France under the guidance of Dudjom Rinpoche, Dilgo Khyentse Rinpoche and Pema Wangyal Rinpoche.

She has been teaching Buddhism and meditation internationally for over 30 years, runs Bodhicharya Portugal and has been a regular visiting teacher at Bodhicharya UK since 2013.

For more information about Tsering, please visit her website.

Further details about the teachings, including times and booking information, will be shared as they become available.

Please see here for more information about the Lojong course and other events.

Centre Open Wednesdays in October

Bodhicharya UK Centre
Jacksons Field,
New Road
Rochester,
Kent
ME1 1DX

Starting Wednesday 7th October, the Bodhicharya UK Centre in Rochester will be open to the general public every Wednesday throughout October, from 12 noon to 5pm.

Everyone is welcome to drop in, browse our books, ask questions, have a cup of tea, or simply spend a peaceful moment at the Centre.

No booking required. Our volunteers will be there to welcome you.

 

Clarifying the Natural State – 1 Year Training Course in Mahamudra Meditation with Lama Tsultrim Guelek

Bodhicharya UK Buddhist Meditation Centre in Rochester, Kent, UK and Online: September 2026 – September 2027

This one year training course will follow the meditation instructions in Dakpo Tashi Namgyal‘s Mahamudra meditation manual, Clarifying the Natural State. It will use the commentary Crystal Clear, by the learned and realized Tibetan Master Thrangu Rinpoche, which is a companion volume to the classic meditation manual by Dakpo Tashi Namgyal.

Clarifying the Natural State is a practical manual for both teacher and student alike, covering the path from mindfulness to complete enlightenment, simply and methodically. Presenting the profound and ultimate instructions of Mahamudra, it embodies the realization of India and Tibet’s greatest masters.

“The words of Dakpo Tashi Namgyal are unique. Adorned with plenty of pithy advice out of his personal experience, practitioners are greatly benefited by his instructions on how to remove hindrances and progress further. His methods for practicing Mahamudra are preeminent. This book is indispensable as it focuses exclusively on practice.”

~ Khenchen Thrangu Rinpoche

Please see here to find out more.

Enlightened Courage – 1 Year Training Course in Lojong (The Seven Points of Mind Training) with Lama Tsering Paldron

Bodhicharya UK Buddhist Meditation Centre in Rochester, Kent, UK and Online: October 2026 – October 2027

“This one year training course will follow Dilgo Khyentse Rinpoche‘s commentary on The Seven Points of Mind Training by Geshe Chekawa Yeshe Dorje, which is one of the most practical and inspiring presentations of the Buddhist path.

Lojong teaches us how to transform every circumstance of life—even difficulties, conflicts, and disappointment—into opportunities for awakening. Rather than trying to change the world to suit our preferences, we gradually learn to transform the way we relate to it, discovering greater freedom, compassion, and inner stability.

The courage spoken of in this text is not the courage to fight, to prove ourselves, or to become invulnerable. It is the courage to let go of the instinct to defend the ego at every turn. Little by little, blame gives way to understanding, resentment to compassion, and our ordinary struggles become the very path to awakening.

With his characteristic warmth and clarity, Dilgo Khyentse Rinpoche reveals that mind training is not about becoming someone else, but about uncovering the wisdom and compassion that have always been present within us.

These timeless teachings offer a practical guide to living with an open heart, whatever life may bring.” ~ Tsering Paldron

Please see here to find out more.

A warm welcome to Bodhicharya UK!

Bodhicharya UK is a Buddhist charity and is part of a wider global family of Bodhicharya people, groups, centres and organisations found in 13 countries around the world and at 35 locations, all inspired by the Buddhist teachings and guided by Ringu Tulku Rinpoche, an eminent Buddhist Master. The  activities of Bodhicharya UK are informed by Bodhicharya’s principles of Healing, Helping and Harmony.

Within the UK itself, there are various people and groups associated with Bodhicharya who work in line with our objectives by providing Buddhist teachings, courses and retreats, facilitating inter-religious and intercultural dialogue, or providing services to help support mental, emotional and spiritual well-being and those in need. Bodhicharya UK works to support these activities.

Here you will find information about our Patron Ringu Tulku Rinpoche, our Trustees and details about Bodhicharya UK’s objectives, projects and links to our affiliate groups and organisations. If you would like to get in touch, then please contact us here, as we will be happy to hear from you.

Wishing you Healing, Helping and Harmony in your life – The Bodhicharya UK Team.

Healing : Buddha Dharma is regarded to be the Science of Mind. There are facilities for the study and practise of Dharma and other ancient wisdoms originating from both Eastern and Western traditions, which provide a basis for healing body and mind.

Helping : Life is meaningless if we do not do something useful to benefit society and the world we live in. Bodhicharya has already funded schools, clinics, and hospices, and plans to generate similar projects in the future for the benefit of those in need.

Harmony : Peace and progress in the world is dependent upon the harmony of its people. Inter-religious, inter-cultural and interdisciplinary dialogue and study are initiated to help bring better understanding and more harmony amongst communities worldwide.