Sangha meeting dates
Please note start time for Saturdays is 0945am
The sangha meets at the Patcham Community Centre in Patcham, Brighton, on the Saturdays listed below.
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There is no set charge but you are invited to make a donation towards the sangha costs, the charities we support and Plum Village.
We usually meet in Room 3, but there may be some room changes during the year. Meetings start at 9.45 am and finish at 12:15 pm with a shared lunch to follow. If staying for lunch please bring something vegetarian.
Days of Mindfulness (in red below) finish at 4 pm.
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Please arrive before 9.45 am.
Face-to-face Saturday meetings
09:45 am - 12:15 pm
​​Please join the meeting before 9.45 am so as not to interrupt the meditation period.​​
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​2025
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Jan 4 - In room 1, Ground floor
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Jan 18
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Feb 1 - In room 1, Ground floor
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Feb 15
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Mar 1 - In room 1, Ground floor
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Mar 15 - Day of Mindfulness
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Mar 29 - In room 1, Ground floor
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Apr 12
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Apr 26 - In room 1, Ground floor
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May 10
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May 24
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June 7 - In room 1, Ground floor
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June 21 & 22 Singing & Chanting weekend
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July 5 - In room 1, Ground floor
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July 19 - Day of Mindfulness
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Aug 2
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Aug 16
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Aug 30
Singing & Chanting Solstice Weekend,
Saturday 21 & Sunday 22 June
9.45 am - 4.00 pm
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We are excited to announce that UK Dharma teacher Teri West will be coming to Brighton at our invitation to offer a weekend of singing songs from many cultures and traditions with the possibility of learning Plum Village chants if you are interested, too. Mindfulness practices of sitting, walking, eating will interweave with singing simple songs and chants together. Teri says ' You will find only support and encouragement from those around you and opportunities for fun'. No previous experience is necessary. It will be a wonderful way to celebrate the summer solstice together.
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If you would like to attend please contact us via our Contact form on this website. More information about the programme will be provided in due course.
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'Teri is a fabulous teacher who shares her wisdom with humour, gentleness and enthusiasm. I would recommend anyone having the opportunity to be taught by Teri to take it eagerly' Previous participant.
Days of Mindfulness on Saturdays 2025
9.45 am - 4.00 pm
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Saturday, July 19th, 2025.
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Saturday, September 13th, 2025.
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Saturday, December 20th, 2025.
* Day of Mindfulness - typical programme
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Meditation (sit, walk, sit)
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Dharma talk or reading
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Mindful movements/lunch preparation
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Lunch
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Deep Relaxation
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Tea ceremony and/or Sharing circle
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Meditation and close
We usually aim to finish at around 4pm. Please bring something vegetarian to share for lunch, a blanket for deep relaxation, and your sitting cushion/stool (if you use one). There is no set charge, but we appreciate a donation towards the sangha costs, the charities we support and Plum Village.
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It would be helpful if you can let us know in advance that you are able to attend. Don't worry if you’re not able to give advance notice, you are welcome to turn up on the day.
Online Wednesday meetings
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Every Wednesday, 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
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​​Please join the meeting before 6:30 pm so as not to interrupt the meditation period. If you arrive after 6:30pm you may be directed to the waiting room until the meditation period has ended.
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Click here for online instructions​​​