Everyone is welcome to Kadampa Meditation Centre Plymouth, a UK Registered Charity (No.1082245) , which provides a peaceful, relaxed space in which people can discover the benefits of meditation and modern Buddhism for themselves. We are also a hub for branch classes and events across Devon and Cornwall. 
Please note that whilst works continue on our new centre in Plymouth, our branch classes across Devon & Cornwall continue as per usual, and a temporary evening class venue is being used for our Plymouth classes. Find a class near you HERE.
Opening Soon...
Our brand new centre in the heart of Plymouth! We are currently refurbishing a new venue for our centre and intend to be open in early 2020. This exciting project will result in a beautiful, modern and spacious centre, open to the public and to which everyone is welcome. (Our old venue in Sutherland Road is now closed and we have no longer have an association with the property).
​You will find a warm, friendly community here, who strive to exemplify Kadampa Buddhist practice through public service - providing everyone, regardless of background, experience or belief, the opportunity to learn how to achieve inner peace and true happiness through meditation.
Who Are We?
Kadampa Meditation Center Plymouth, is part of an international community, The International Kadampa Buddhist Union - New Kadampa Tradition (IKBU-NKT), dedicated to following the Buddhist path. Our community consists of a small group of residents – people who live onsite at KMC Pymouth, including ordained monks and nuns – and a larger community who live in the Plymouth, Devon and Cornwall area.

There are over 1300 centres similar to ours across the world, forming a truly international family of Kadampa practitioners. Find out more HERE.
What Do We Do?
We aim to create a peaceful environment where people can learn to meditate, cultivating inner peace and lasting happiness. Through gaining practical experience of Modern Buddhism people in Devon and Cornwall can explore the positive benefits of meditation and find real purpose and meaning in life. ​​Our classes and events are open to everyone regardless of background - anyone can benefits from these teachings and meditation practices, to explore these valuable tools which are so relevant to all of us in our modern times; despite being over 2500 year old. ​
All of our Centre’s activities depend upon the kindness of our community. ​​Every Kadampa Centre is completely run by volunteers and it is through the generous support of the community that we are able to offer classes and courses throughout Plymouth, Devon and Cornwall. 
What Will The New Centre Be Like?
Our new meditation space in Plymouth will be a quiet and spacious place, with air conditioning and soundproofing, and will offer the perfect setting to take time out of our busy lives to enjoy the opportunity to engage in meditation. Seating will be on comfortable chairs and audio-visual links will be in place for larger events. We will also have the largest Buddhist shrine in the southwest of the UK, with beautiful statues and meaningful objects which everyone can enjoy.
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Some of the many books by Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Rinpoche available to purchase
The entire public area of the centre will be on a single level with full wheelchair access and disabled facilities.

We will also be offering a coffee bar serving a variety of hot and cold drinks, and light snacks. In addition there will be a book shop selling the extensive range of books written by our founder, Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Rinpoche, audio-books, meditation CDs and gifts.
What Do We Offer To The Public?
We offer a wide range of classes, courses and events which are suitable for everyone including beginners. Our classes offer an ideal opportunity to get some space in your week, relax, refresh, and improve your inner peace and wisdom. You will discover invaluable advice on how to keep a positive and peaceful mind in daily life. Everyone is welcome and no previous experience is necessary....
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  • Meditation Classes - across Plymouth, Devon and Cornwall. More information HERE
  • Short Courses
  • Mediation Workshops
  • Meditation Day Courses
  • Meditation Weekend Courses
  • In-depth Study Programmes
  • Urban Retreats
Learn More About What KMC Plymouth Has To Offer