Upcoming Events

Weekend Retreat with Tsering Paldron: A Steady Heart in an Unsteady World

Saturday the 2nd May – Sunday 3rd May, Bodhicharya UK Centre in Rochester

We are delighted that Tsering will guide a weekend, non-residential, retreat at the BCUK Centre. The retreat is open to all, beginners and experienced practitioners alike are most welcome.

Over these two days, Tsering will skilfully guide us through exploring how we can cultivate and maintain a steady heart in a world that increasingly appears unsteady, unstable and uncertain. As practitioners we need to develop the ability to stay open, aware and responsive in difficult times, without becoming too caught up and overwhelmed with what is going on around and inside ourselves. Then we can see clearly and act wisely in our lives, in society and the world at large.

In more Buddhist terms, we will explore how the relative truth and the ultimate truth are consolidated in our practice and daily lives and how we can find the balance between view and action. How can we hold an open, wise and spacious view and prevent our activities and engagement in the world from smothering it, and at the same time how can we make sure our open and spacious view doesn’t turn into a way to avoid engaging with the nuts and bolts of our lives and the world in a genuinely compassionate way.

 

About Tsering

Tsering Paldron was born in Lisbon, Portugal and travelled to Brussels at the age of 19 in 1973 where she discovered Tibetan Buddhism and started her spiritual journey.  During the 80’s Tsering completed the traditional three year retreat in France at The Centre d’Études de Chanteloube, under the guidance of two great Masters, Dudjom Rinpoche and Dilgo Khyentse Rinpoche and also under the supervision of Pema Wangyal Rinpoche. Tsering has and continues to receive teachings from many Lamas of all schools of Tibetan Buddhism.

For the past 25 years, Tsering has been travelling and teaching Buddhism and meditation and has written a number of books on these subjects, mainly in Portuguese, including a children’s book in English called, The Adventures of Tashi, the Tibetan Cricket which is also available in French and German.

Tsering gives regular courses, seminars, talks and meditation classes around the world and runs Bodhicharya Portugal.

She has been regularly visiting Bodhicharya Kent since 2013 and has given many teachings including running day, weekend and residential retreats.  Some of these teachings can be found here.

For more information about Tsering, you can see her English website here.

 

A Steady Heart in an Unsteady World

Full Schedule

Saturday 2nd May

9:30 – 10:00 Arrival and Refreshments

10:00 – 10:30 Meditation

10:30 – 12:00 Teachings by Tsering

12:00 – 12:20 Refreshment Break

12:20 – 1:00 Body Work

1:00 – 2:00 Lunch (Bring and share vegetarian/vegan lunch at the Centre or options in town)

2:00 – 2:40 Meditation

2:40 – 3:00 Refreshment Break

3:00 – 4:30 Teaching by Tsering

4:30 – 5:00 End for the day

 

Sunday 3rd May

9:30 – 10:00 Arrival and Refreshments

10:00 – 10:30 Meditation

10:30 – 12:00 Teachings by Tsering

12:00 – 12:20 Refreshment Break

12:20 – 1:00 Body Work

1:00 – 2:00 Lunch (Bring and share vegetarian/vegan lunch at the Centre or options in town)

2:00 – 2:40 Meditation

2:40 – 3:00 Refreshment Break

3:00 – 4:30 Teaching by Tsering

4:30 – 5:30 Buddhist Refuge Ceremony and Book Signing Opportunity

5:30 – 6:00 End for the day

 

If you would like to take Refuge, then please email with your full name, thank you: uk@bodhicharya.org

For all other queries, please email: uk@bodhicharya.org

 

Lunch and Refreshments

We suggest a bring and share vegetarian/vegan lunch. At the centre there is a small kitchenette with a fridge and heating facilities. Teas and biscuits are provided.

 

Booking your in-person space

There is limited space at the Centre so please do book ahead, thankyou. We suggest that you attend for the whole weekend to receive the complete teaching and maximum benefit.

Please book your space here.

 

Booking your online space

If you are unable to physically attend the Centre on the day, then you are welcome to join us online.

Please book your space here.

 

Suggested Donation

Bodhicharya UK and its activities survives solely on donations and the voluntary work of its members. As a charity registered with the UK Charity commission your donation will be eligible for Gift Aid, if you work and pay tax in the UK, so if this applies to you, then please do tick that option, thank you.

Dharma teachings are open to all, however we also need to cover our costs, therefore we are suggesting three donation tiers, thank you for your generosity.

Your presence is valued more than your financial contribution, so if you are unable to make one of the suggested donations amounts and for all other queries, please email uk@bodhicharya.org, thank you.

 

Venue Details

Bodhicharya UK Buddhist Meditation Centre

Jacksons Field
New Road
Rochester
Kent
ME1 1DX

Public Talk & Teaching with Tsering Paldron (Minehead)

Saturday 9th May – Sunday 10th May

Townsend House, Townsend Road, Minehead TA24 5RG

We are delighted to welcome Tsering Paldron for a weekend of teachings in Minehead. These sessions are open to all — beginners and experienced practitioners alike.

 

Saturday 9th May

7:30pm – 9:00pm
Public Talk: Facing Challenges — Dealing with Life’s Ups and Downs

An evening talk exploring how we can meet life’s difficulties with awareness, resilience and compassion, and develop a steadier relationship with change and uncertainty.

Sunday 10th May

11:00am – 4:00pm
Buddhist Teaching: Eight Verses on Training the Mind
How to Bring Everything into our Spiritual Practice

A day of teachings focused on integrating Buddhist practice into everyday life, using challenges and experiences as part of the path.


Booking & Donations

All are welcome — no need to book in advance.

Suggested donation:

  • £10 (evening talk)
  • £20 (full day teaching)

Your generosity helps support Bodhicharya UK and future teachings.


Further Information

For more details, please contact:
caitlindechencollins@outlook.com
01643 841310

Or visit:
www.bodhicharya.org/uk

Bodhicharya UK Events

All of the upcoming events happening across the various Bodhicharya UK groups.

April 2026

Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun
1
  • Calm Abiding Meditation | on ZOOM
  • Morning Chenresig Practice | On ZOOM
  • Lunchtime Medicine Buddha Practice | on ZOOM
  • Silent Meditation | on ZOOM
  • The Buddha of Compassion | on ZOOM
  • Bodhisattvacharyāvatāra Study Group | on ZOOM
2
  • Calm Abiding Meditation | on ZOOM
  • Morning Chenresig Practice | On ZOOM
  • Lunchtime Medicine Buddha Practice | on ZOOM
  • Silent Meditation | on ZOOM
  • Charles Manson Meditation Teaching - Karma Pakshi (The Buddhist Society & Zoom)
  • Discussion and Meditation (Bodhicharya London) | on ZOOM
  • Bodhicharya Bosham Weekly Meetings
3
  • Calm Abiding Meditation | on ZOOM
  • Morning Chenresig Practice | On ZOOM
  • Lunchtime Medicine Buddha Practice | on ZOOM
  • Silent Meditation | on ZOOM
  • White Tara, the Saviouress | on ZOOM
4
  • Calm Abiding Meditation | on ZOOM
  • Morning Chenresig Practice | On ZOOM
  • Lunchtime Medicine Buddha Practice | on ZOOM
  • Silent Meditation | on ZOOM
5
  • Calm Abiding Meditation | on ZOOM
  • Morning Chenresig Practice | On ZOOM
  • Lunchtime Medicine Buddha Practice | on ZOOM
  • Silent Meditation | on ZOOM
  • Vajrasattva Practice | on ZOOM
6
  • Calm Abiding Meditation | on ZOOM
  • Morning Chenresig Practice | On ZOOM
  • Lunchtime Medicine Buddha Practice | on ZOOM
  • Silent Meditation | on ZOOM
  • The "Middle Way" Study Group | on ZOOM
7
  • Calm Abiding Meditation | on ZOOM
  • Morning Chenresig Practice | On ZOOM
  • Lunchtime Medicine Buddha Practice | on ZOOM
  • Silent Meditation | on ZOOM
  • Buddhism – The Foundations | on ZOOM
  • Buddhist Meditation Study and Reflection Evenings In Person (Kent) and Online via Zoom
8
  • Calm Abiding Meditation | on ZOOM
  • Morning Chenresig Practice | On ZOOM
  • Lunchtime Medicine Buddha Practice | on ZOOM
  • Silent Meditation | on ZOOM
  • The Buddha of Compassion | on ZOOM
  • Bodhisattvacharyāvatāra Study Group | on ZOOM
9
  • Calm Abiding Meditation | on ZOOM
  • Morning Chenresig Practice | On ZOOM
  • Lunchtime Medicine Buddha Practice | on ZOOM
  • Silent Meditation | on ZOOM
  • Discussion and Meditation (Bodhicharya London) | on ZOOM
  • Bodhicharya Bosham Weekly Meetings
10
  • Calm Abiding Meditation | on ZOOM
  • Morning Chenresig Practice | On ZOOM
  • Lunchtime Medicine Buddha Practice | on ZOOM
  • Silent Meditation | on ZOOM
  • White Tara, the Saviouress | on ZOOM
11
  • Calm Abiding Meditation | on ZOOM
  • Morning Chenresig Practice | On ZOOM
  • Lunchtime Medicine Buddha Practice | on ZOOM
  • Silent Meditation | on ZOOM
12
  • Calm Abiding Meditation | on ZOOM
  • Morning Chenresig Practice | On ZOOM
  • Lunchtime Medicine Buddha Practice | on ZOOM
  • Silent Meditation | on ZOOM
  • Vajrasattva Practice | on ZOOM
13
  • Calm Abiding Meditation | on ZOOM
  • Morning Chenresig Practice | On ZOOM
  • Lunchtime Medicine Buddha Practice | on ZOOM
  • Silent Meditation | on ZOOM
  • The "Middle Way" Study Group | on ZOOM
14
  • Calm Abiding Meditation | on ZOOM
  • Morning Chenresig Practice | On ZOOM
  • Lunchtime Medicine Buddha Practice | on ZOOM
  • Silent Meditation | on ZOOM
  • Buddhism – The Foundations | on ZOOM
  • Buddhist Meditation Study and Reflection Evenings In Person (Kent) and Online via Zoom
15
  • Calm Abiding Meditation | on ZOOM
  • Morning Chenresig Practice | On ZOOM
  • Lunchtime Medicine Buddha Practice | on ZOOM
  • Silent Meditation | on ZOOM
  • The Buddha of Compassion | on ZOOM
  • Bodhisattvacharyāvatāra Study Group | on ZOOM
16
  • Calm Abiding Meditation | on ZOOM
  • Morning Chenresig Practice | On ZOOM
  • Lunchtime Medicine Buddha Practice | on ZOOM
  • Silent Meditation | on ZOOM
  • Discussion and Meditation (Bodhicharya London) | on ZOOM
  • Bodhicharya Bosham Weekly Meetings
17
  • Calm Abiding Meditation | on ZOOM
  • Morning Chenresig Practice | On ZOOM
  • Lunchtime Medicine Buddha Practice | on ZOOM
  • Silent Meditation | on ZOOM
  • White Tara, the Saviouress | on ZOOM
18
  • Calm Abiding Meditation | on ZOOM
  • Morning Chenresig Practice | On ZOOM
  • Lunchtime Medicine Buddha Practice | on ZOOM
  • Silent Meditation | on ZOOM
19
  • Calm Abiding Meditation | on ZOOM
  • Morning Chenresig Practice | On ZOOM
  • Lunchtime Medicine Buddha Practice | on ZOOM
  • Silent Meditation | on ZOOM
  • Vajrasattva Practice | on ZOOM
20
  • Calm Abiding Meditation | on ZOOM
  • Morning Chenresig Practice | On ZOOM
  • Lunchtime Medicine Buddha Practice | on ZOOM
  • Silent Meditation | on ZOOM
  • The "Middle Way" Study Group | on ZOOM
21
  • Calm Abiding Meditation | on ZOOM
  • Morning Chenresig Practice | On ZOOM
  • Lunchtime Medicine Buddha Practice | on ZOOM
  • Silent Meditation | on ZOOM
  • Buddhism – The Foundations | on ZOOM
  • Buddhist Meditation Study and Reflection Evenings In Person (Kent) and Online via Zoom
22
  • Calm Abiding Meditation | on ZOOM
  • Morning Chenresig Practice | On ZOOM
  • Lunchtime Medicine Buddha Practice | on ZOOM
  • Silent Meditation | on ZOOM
  • The Buddha of Compassion | on ZOOM
  • Bodhisattvacharyāvatāra Study Group | on ZOOM
23
  • Calm Abiding Meditation | on ZOOM
  • Morning Chenresig Practice | On ZOOM
  • Lunchtime Medicine Buddha Practice | on ZOOM
  • Silent Meditation | on ZOOM
  • Discussion and Meditation (Bodhicharya London) | on ZOOM
  • Bodhicharya Bosham Weekly Meetings
24
  • White Tara, the Saviouress | on ZOOM
25
26
  • Vajrasattva Practice | on ZOOM
27
  • The "Middle Way" Study Group | on ZOOM
28
  • Buddhism – The Foundations | on ZOOM
  • Buddhist Meditation Study and Reflection Evenings In Person (Kent) and Online via Zoom
29
  • The Buddha of Compassion | on ZOOM
  • Bodhisattvacharyāvatāra Study Group | on ZOOM
30
  • Discussion and Meditation (Bodhicharya London) | on ZOOM
  • Bodhicharya Bosham Weekly Meetings

Ringu Tulku Rinpoche’s Teaching Schedule

Please see here for an updated schedule of teachings given by Ringu Tulku Rinpoche.