Bodhicharya UK Centre

The Bodhicharya UK Centre is a new home for the beneficial activities of Bodhicharya, a place for them to deepen, grow, and flourish in the UK for generations to come.

Guided by Ringu Tulku Rinpoche, our Patron and an eminent Buddhist master, this Centre will serve as a base for Dharma study, meditation, community practice, and compassionate action rooted in our guiding principles: Healing, Helping, and Harmony.

Rinpoche’s visit and opening ceremony in June/July 2025 with the Mayor of Medway, Cllr Nina Gurung, and Sangha.

Bodhicharya UK was founded in 2021 and is registered with the UK Charity Commission (Charity No. 1190768).

Our charitable objectives are to advance the understanding and practice of the Buddhist faith and philosophy by:

Providing meetings, teachings, courses, and retreats (Healing)
Promoting intercultural, interfaith, and interdisciplinary dialogue (Harmony)
Supporting well-being in body, mind, and spirit (Healing)
Aiding the relief of those in need (Helping)

On 30th June and 1st July 2025, Ringu Tulku Rinpoche, alongside the Mayor of Medway, Cllr Nina Gurung, and members of the Sangha, formally opened the Bodhicharya Buddhist Meditation Centre for Healing, Helping, and Harmony in Rochester, Kent, a joyful and historic occasion for all involved.

🪷 Groups and Practice at the Centre

The Bodhicharya UK Centre in Rochester is home to local Buddhist and meditation groups inspired by the teachings of Ringu Tulku Rinpoche and the wider Bodhicharya community.

Bodhicharya Kent

Founded in 2013 under the guidance of Ringu Tulku Rinpoche and facilitated by Cesare Saguato, Bodhicharya Kent offers a space to learn and practise Buddhist meditation and explore the teachings of the Buddha in a warm and inclusive setting.

The group is based within the Tibetan Buddhist tradition and is focused around learning and practising various forms of Buddhist meditation, as well as reflecting on and discussing the Buddhist teachings. However everyone is welcome, whether you are a Buddhist from the same or different tradition, a practitioner of another faith, someone who is curious about Buddhism or you are simply looking to learn about Buddhist meditation and begin to integrate its many benefits into your daily life.

We have regular weekly meetings, day and weekend retreats and other events throughout the year. As well as our regular group facilitator, we also have visiting senior teachers from the Bodhicharya family of teachers and friends of Bodhicharya, including an annual visit by Ringu Tulku Rinpoche.

Bodhicharya Kent is Bodhicharya UK in Rochester, a registered charity with the UK Charity Commission (1190768) and part of the Bodhicharya family, a world-wide network of people, centres and organisations taking various forms at 35 locations in 13 countries, all inspired and guided by the Buddhist teachings and Ringu Tulku Rinpoche. Our guiding principles are: Healing – Helping – Harmony.

To find out more about Bodhicharya Kent please see here.

Kent Chan Group

The Kent Chan Group meets every Thursday from 7.30–9.30pm, both in person and online.

Each session includes two 25–30 minute sitting meditations, mindful movement (qigong), tea, a short talk or reading on a Buddhist or Chan theme, and group discussion.

The group operates on a drop-in basis, and newcomers and beginners are warmly welcome. Once a month, there is an “extended practice evening” for those wishing to deepen their meditation practice.

To find out more about Kent Chan Group please see here.

📅 What’s On at the Centre

Our calendar includes regular meditation groups, day and weekend retreats, special teachings, visiting teachers, and community gatherings.

For room bookings or enquiries about hosting events at the Bodhicharya UK Centre, please contact John, the Centre Manager, at bcukcentre@Bodhicharya.org.

Mon	Tue	Wed	Thu	Fri	Sat	Sun
	November 2026
						1 Family Buddhist Service - 11:00 to 12:00 with Rev. David Family Buddhist Service - 11:00 to 12:00 with Rev. David 1 November 2026 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Bodhicharya UK Buddhist Centre, New Rd, Rochester ME1 1DX, UK Add to Calendar
2	3	4	5 Kent Chan Group 19:30 to 21:30 with Stuart Kent Chan Group 19:30 to 21:30 with Stuart 5 November 2026 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm Bodhicharya UK Buddhist Centre, New Rd, Rochester ME1 1DX, UK For Info Click Here Add to Calendar	6	7 Between Heaven & Earth qigong - 09:30 to 11:00 with Stuart Between Heaven & Earth qigong - 09:30 to 11:00 with Stuart 7 November 2026 9:30 am - 11:00 am Bodhicharya UK Buddhist Centre, New Rd, Rochester ME1 1DX, UK Cost: £75 full fee (£30 concession) Booking & Information Qigong can be translated as ‘skill with energy’ or ‘cultivation of life energy.’ At its core, qigong is about qi (chi) – living vital life-force energy – and learning to become aware of it, feel it, sense it, direct it, and work with it. Over the four weeks of the course, you will have the opportunity to explore this life energy through the qigong sequence of movements known as Between Heaven & Earth. The movements are relatively simple and non-technical. They are easy to learn and remember and don’t take too long to complete. They make a gentle and refreshing way to boost your energy to start your day, or at any other time you may choose. Add to Calendar	8 White Tara Study and Practice 11:00 to 13:00 with Cesare White Tara Study and Practice 11:00 to 13:00 with Cesare 8 November 2026 11:00 am - 1:00 pm Bodhicharya UK Buddhist Centre, New Rd, Rochester ME1 1DX, UK Add to Calendar
9	10 Buddhist Meditation, Reflection and Study - 20:00 to 21:30 with Cesare (https://bodhicharya-kent.org/bodhicharya-kent/) Buddhist Meditation, Reflection and Study - 20:00 to 21:30 with Cesare (https://bodhicharya-kent.org/bodhicharya-kent/) 10 November 2026 8:00 pm - 9:30 pm Bodhicharya UK Buddhist Centre, New Rd, Rochester ME1 1DX, UK Bodhicharya Kent – Bodhicharya-Kent Zoom Link https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89795662518?pwd=VW9GVC9pTjExZ0gwTzhoVmJJWlZqdz09 Meeting ID: 897 9566 2518 Password: 700887 Who is it for? These meetings are open to all people who are new or who are familiar with Buddhism and Buddhist meditation. On the first Tuesday of the month we will spend a little more time explaining the Buddhist perspective on life and the meaning of the Refuge Prayer we begin our sessions with, but everyone is welcome at any of our meetings and you can begin anytime. The group is made up of the participants, so active engagement, questions, reflections and discussion are welcome, however, if you prefer to just sit back, listen, reflect and take it in, then that is perfectly okay too. There are comfortable chairs and meditation cushions available and refreshments are provided. Add to Calendar	11	12 Kent Chan Group 19:30 to 21:30 with Stuart Kent Chan Group 19:30 to 21:30 with Stuart 12 November 2026 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm Bodhicharya UK Buddhist Centre, New Rd, Rochester ME1 1DX, UK For Info Click Here Add to Calendar	13	14 Between Heaven & Earth qigong - 09:30 to 11:00 with Stuart Between Heaven & Earth qigong - 09:30 to 11:00 with Stuart 14 November 2026 9:30 am - 11:00 am Bodhicharya UK Buddhist Centre, New Rd, Rochester ME1 1DX, UK Cost: £75 full fee (£30 concession) Booking & Information Qigong can be translated as ‘skill with energy’ or ‘cultivation of life energy.’ At its core, qigong is about qi (chi) – living vital life-force energy – and learning to become aware of it, feel it, sense it, direct it, and work with it. Over the four weeks of the course, you will have the opportunity to explore this life energy through the qigong sequence of movements known as Between Heaven & Earth. The movements are relatively simple and non-technical. They are easy to learn and remember and don’t take too long to complete. They make a gentle and refreshing way to boost your energy to start your day, or at any other time you may choose. Add to Calendar	15 White Tara Study and Practice 11:00 to 13:00 with Cesare White Tara Study and Practice 11:00 to 13:00 with Cesare 15 November 2026 11:00 am - 1:00 pm Bodhicharya UK Buddhist Centre, New Rd, Rochester ME1 1DX, UK Add to Calendar
16	17 Buddhist Meditation, Reflection and Study - 20:00 to 21:30 with Cesare (https://bodhicharya-kent.org/bodhicharya-kent/) Buddhist Meditation, Reflection and Study - 20:00 to 21:30 with Cesare (https://bodhicharya-kent.org/bodhicharya-kent/) 17 November 2026 8:00 pm - 9:30 pm Bodhicharya UK Buddhist Centre, New Rd, Rochester ME1 1DX, UK Bodhicharya Kent – Bodhicharya-Kent Zoom Link https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89795662518?pwd=VW9GVC9pTjExZ0gwTzhoVmJJWlZqdz09 Meeting ID: 897 9566 2518 Password: 700887 Who is it for? These meetings are open to all people who are new or who are familiar with Buddhism and Buddhist meditation. On the first Tuesday of the month we will spend a little more time explaining the Buddhist perspective on life and the meaning of the Refuge Prayer we begin our sessions with, but everyone is welcome at any of our meetings and you can begin anytime. The group is made up of the participants, so active engagement, questions, reflections and discussion are welcome, however, if you prefer to just sit back, listen, reflect and take it in, then that is perfectly okay too. There are comfortable chairs and meditation cushions available and refreshments are provided. Add to Calendar	18	19 Kent Chan Group 19:30 to 21:30 with Stuart Kent Chan Group 19:30 to 21:30 with Stuart 19 November 2026 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm Bodhicharya UK Buddhist Centre, New Rd, Rochester ME1 1DX, UK For Info Click Here Add to Calendar	20	21 Between Heaven & Earth qigong - 09:30 to 11:00 with Stuart Between Heaven & Earth qigong - 09:30 to 11:00 with Stuart 21 November 2026 9:30 am - 11:00 am Bodhicharya UK Buddhist Centre, New Rd, Rochester ME1 1DX, UK Cost: £75 full fee (£30 concession) Booking & Information Qigong can be translated as ‘skill with energy’ or ‘cultivation of life energy.’ At its core, qigong is about qi (chi) – living vital life-force energy – and learning to become aware of it, feel it, sense it, direct it, and work with it. Over the four weeks of the course, you will have the opportunity to explore this life energy through the qigong sequence of movements known as Between Heaven & Earth. The movements are relatively simple and non-technical. They are easy to learn and remember and don’t take too long to complete. They make a gentle and refreshing way to boost your energy to start your day, or at any other time you may choose. Add to Calendar	22 White Tara Study and Practice 11:00 to 13:00 with Cesare White Tara Study and Practice 11:00 to 13:00 with Cesare 22 November 2026 11:00 am - 1:00 pm Bodhicharya UK Buddhist Centre, New Rd, Rochester ME1 1DX, UK Add to Calendar
23 Yoga Class - 19:00 to 20:00 with Nina Long Yoga Class - 19:00 to 20:00 with Nina Long 23 November 2026 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Bodhicharya UK Buddhist Centre, New Rd, Rochester ME1 1DX, UK Add to Calendar	24 Buddhist Meditation, Reflection and Study - 20:00 to 21:30 with Cesare (https://bodhicharya-kent.org/bodhicharya-kent/) Buddhist Meditation, Reflection and Study - 20:00 to 21:30 with Cesare (https://bodhicharya-kent.org/bodhicharya-kent/) 24 November 2026 8:00 pm - 9:30 pm Bodhicharya UK Buddhist Centre, New Rd, Rochester ME1 1DX, UK Bodhicharya Kent – Bodhicharya-Kent Zoom Link https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89795662518?pwd=VW9GVC9pTjExZ0gwTzhoVmJJWlZqdz09 Meeting ID: 897 9566 2518 Password: 700887 Who is it for? These meetings are open to all people who are new or who are familiar with Buddhism and Buddhist meditation. On the first Tuesday of the month we will spend a little more time explaining the Buddhist perspective on life and the meaning of the Refuge Prayer we begin our sessions with, but everyone is welcome at any of our meetings and you can begin anytime. The group is made up of the participants, so active engagement, questions, reflections and discussion are welcome, however, if you prefer to just sit back, listen, reflect and take it in, then that is perfectly okay too. There are comfortable chairs and meditation cushions available and refreshments are provided. Add to Calendar	25	26	27	28 Strength & Balance workshop - with Claire Strength & Balance workshop - with Claire 28 November 2026 10:00 am - 11:30 am For Info To Book This 1.5-hour workshop will integrate a yoga strength practice with sequences, balance postures, and enjoyment! Yoga for strength and balance is key for preserving our posture, core strength, muscle and joint mobility, and a healthy heart. As aging and wear and tear naturally occur, it's crucial to continue our strength and balance exercises to remain functionally active in our daily activities and tasks. The practice also helps maintain healthy bones and supports mental and emotional well-being. Add to Calendar	29 White Tara Study and Practice 11:00 to 13:00 with Cesare White Tara Study and Practice 11:00 to 13:00 with Cesare 29 November 2026 11:00 am - 1:00 pm Bodhicharya UK Buddhist Centre, New Rd, Rochester ME1 1DX, UK Add to Calendar
30 Yoga Class - 19:00 to 20:00 with Nina Long Yoga Class - 19:00 to 20:00 with Nina Long 30 November 2026 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Bodhicharya UK Buddhist Centre, New Rd, Rochester ME1 1DX, UK Add to Calendar

💖 Support the Centre

The Bodhicharya UK Centre exists thanks to the generosity and volunteer spirit of our Sangha.
Your donation helps us sustain this new home for the Dharma and continue our activities of Healing, Helping, and Harmony for the benefit of all beings.

Can you help?

We are reaching out to you now to ask for support with our fixed running costs such as rent, utilities and insurance [these will be around £450 per month], to see if you are able to support this project with a monthly offering that is comfortable and affordable to you. In this way the Centre, its activities and many volunteers can be unencumbered by the day to day financial burden of running costs and instead be fully focused on delivering the charity’s objectives.

You decide what monthly contribution you would like to offer, but here are some suggested amounts:

£5.00 monthly – Supporter

£10.00 monthly – Founder

£15.00 monthly – Patron

UK Bank Transfer

If you would like to contribute in this way, then please contact your bank to set up a monthly payment schedule starting 1st February 2025, remembering every amount really does help. Thank you for your generosity.

BCUK Bank details:

Cooperative Bank plc
Name of Account: Bodhicharya UK
Account no: 67222546
Sort code: 08 92 99

Please Reference: New Centre Fund

Online Donation

Alternatively to setting up a bank transfer, you can make a regular donation via PayPal using the following link. Simply click on either ‘monthly’ or ‘yearly’ and choose your donation amount.

Online Donation

Bodhicharya UK Centre

🪷 Groups and Practice at the Centre

Bodhicharya Kent

Kent Chan Group

📅 What’s On at the Centre

November 2026

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💖 Support the Centre

Can you help?

UK Bank Transfer

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