Meditation and Buddhist wisdom in Exeter and Devon

Realising authentic happiness

We are closed to visitors

We offer a range of meditation classes and other events, both at the Centre in Exeter and in other towns in Devon. All our courses and events give practical methods to relax, develop inner peace and facilitate a creative response to the challenges of modern life.

Everyone can benefit and is very welcome to attend – you do not need to be a Buddhist.

We are easy to find, less than a mile north of Exeter City Centre, near to Exeter University Streatham Campus and St James Park station. Hope to see you soon!

Welcome to Pure Land Kadampa Buddhist Centre

Due to the current risks of Covid-19 we are now closed to the public until further notice. All branch classes are also cancelled.

We are now Live-streaming many classes and events (see below). Please subscribe to our mailing list to receive updates.

Welcome to Pure Land Buddhist Centre

Drop-in classes

Practical solutions for modern living.

Many classes – all welcome

Monday evenings – everyone welcome

Thursday evening classes

Workshops, events and in-depth study

Improving every aspect of our lives, answers to everyday as well as deeper challenges.

Give yourself a break – how to silence the inner critic!
Saturday 15th August

Foundation Programme. Enrolled course weekly, Wednesday evenings

Foundation Programme. Enrolled course weekly, Sunday mornings

Budleigh Salterton

Exmouth

2020 Programme

16 pages containing full programme of classes and events.

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Lesley Churchill-Birch

The centre holds many different sessions in an old house with large garden with beautiful trees. It's a wonderful place of peace and thoughtful reflection with the sound of birdsong accompanying sessions.

Fox Gamer

I enjoy the classes and the teacher is friendly and easy to talk to. The meditation practices are really helpful and more importantly, work; and so life has improved tremendously. Yes, I will be going again. Cheers.

Matthew

"Authentic, genuine and sincere."

Sue

"Wonderful place and beautiful teachings"

Virginia

"This is a pleasant Buddhist centre where one can learn how to deal with difficulties. It has a relaxed atmosphere and everyone is welcoming."

Jan

"Very friendly and welcoming place. Informative and accessible talks and meditations with an emphasis on developing a peaceful and happy mind. No pressure, great food!"

The purpose of meditation

The purpose of meditation is to make our mind calm and peaceful. If our mind is peaceful we shall be free from worries and mental discomfort; but if our mind is not peaceful, we shall find it very difficult to be happy, even if we are living in the very best conditions.”

Geshe Kelsang Gyatso

Buddha's Teachings - advice for balance, harmony and happiness.

Buddha’s Teachings, known as Dharma, are like an inner science that explains, with perfect clarity, the nature and function of the many different aspects of our mind. By applying this understanding we can transform our mind and gain spiritual realisations with which we can solve all our human problems and fulfill all our own and others’ wishes. We can live in our busy, modern world, engaging in normal activities, but seeking happiness from a completely reliable source – from the positive qualities that we have cultivated through meditation within our own mind.

How to Transform Your Life

Free ebook, click image.

For an extensive collection of books, including audio and ebooks, guided meditations, audio and printed prayers and prints of authentic Buddhist art go to www.tharpa.com/uk
Many of these items are also available in our bookshop at Pure Land Centre

“Without inner peace, outer peace is impossible. We all wish for world peace, but world peace will never be acheived unless we first establish peace within our own minds. We can send so-called 'peacekeeping forces' into areas of conflict, but peace cannot be imposed from the outside with guns. Only by creating peace within our own mind and helping others to do the same can we hope to achieve peace in this world.”

Geshe Kelsang GyatsoHow to Solve our Human Problems

Meditation in Exeter & Devon