Meditation & Modern Buddhism in Cheshire

09/06/2026

Half Day Course – Saturday 13th June 2026 – Letting Go of the Past

Our past can feel like a millstone around our neck, holding us back in so many ways. We feel stuck and unable to move forward paralysed by what has been. It can even feel wrong to move on: from a loss, from a past relationship, from being hurt or damaged, from something we did wrong, from painful memories or guilt. It feels we are chained to the past rather than looking forward to our future.

On this course learn to let go of all the pain and suffering that is preventing us from finding lasting happiness & freedom from problems.

The teacher of this half day course will be George Vukovic – George is a dedicated practitioner. He teaches with clarity and wisdom. He is able to convey Buddhist teachings in a down to earth and practical way.

All our half day courses start at 10am and run until about 1pm.
They cost £15 per person

BOOKING - https://meditationincheshire.org/courses-events/day-courses/saturday-13th-june-2026-letting-go-of-the-past/

31/05/2026

Our resident teacher talking about Overcoming Anxiety

In today's episode, Gen Kelsang Chokyong - a Buddhist monk from Wales - shares the story of how he stumbled into a Dharma class while sheltering from the rai...

28/05/2026

MODERN BUDDHISM CLASSES

Modern Buddhism Classes - Sunday 31st May at 7pm

Modern Buddhism is an evening class for those wishing to learn more about Buddhism without having to take on the commitments involved with Foundation Programme.

The class covers more Buddhist topics such as karma, rebirth and ultimate truth. It is a great place to start if you wish to deepen your understanding of Buddhism.

The class consists of a short guided meditation and a teaching from the text Modern Buddhism.

START THE WEEK CLASS

We are now running a Monday night class in Northwich entitled Start The Week - starting from Monday 1st June for 5 weeks.

Monday is the perfect time to get your head in the right space to cope with the stresses and strains of the week.

Odiyana KMC will run a 45 minute class which involves a long guided relaxation meditation

The class will run from 7pm till 7.45pm and costs £5.

EVENING MEDITATION CLASSES

Starting the week beginning 1st June - Evening Meditation Classes - A Peaceful Heart - 7.30pm

Each class consists of guided meditations, a talk and discussion. They last about an hour to an hour and a half. The classes are suitable for everyone from beginners to experienced meditators.

Each class is self-contained, though you are welcome to attend the whole course. They provide an ideal introduction to meditation and Buddhism, teaching effective and practical methods for overcoming problems and increasing happiness in daily life.


Odiyana Kadampa Meditation Centre will be running a 5 week course entitled A Peaceful Heart in local areas. For details of evenings and venues please go to the website www.meditationincheshire.org

We have classes in – Chester (Hoole), Crewe, Holmes Chapel, Chelford, Northwich and Warrington.

The classes cost £7 per person and run from 7.30pm till 9pm – They are drop in classes so no booking required.

Everybody welcome

DAY TIME MEDITATION CLASSES

DAY TIME MEDITATION CLASSES - restart Wednesday 3rd June and Friday 5th June.

We will be running day time classes at our centre in Northwich on Wednesday and Friday lunch time – 12.30pm till 1.15pm. The class costs £5 per session.

The purpose of meditation is to make our mind calm and peaceful. When our mind is peaceful we are free from worry, stress and mental discomfort and we experience pure happiness. If we train our mind to become peaceful we will be happy all the time regardless of external situations but if our mind is not peaceful we will not be happy even in the best external conditions.

This lunchtime class is an excellent opportunity to explore meditation and to take the benefits of a peaceful mind out with you into your busy daily life and to see the benefits directly

The classes will include a guided meditation so you can experience for yourself the peace and freedom of a positive and undistracted mind.

Everyone is welcome.

We are running classes on Wednesday and Friday lunch times at 12.30pm Odiyana Kadampa Meditation Centre, Northwich.

YOU CAN JUST TURN UP ON THE DAY NO NEED TO BOOK

05/05/2026

Half Day Course – Freedom From Anxiety – Saturday 9th May 2026

Anxiety is becoming a very common symptom of modern life. Many people suffer from anxiety and stress at some time in their life. At times we can struggle to stop worrying – about our family, our finances, world events and a dizzying array of perceived threats to our wellbeing. We try to suppress the discomfort and uncertainty, but remain restless, on edge and unable to relax.

Buddhist teachings offer practical, effective methods to help us let go of this anxiety.

On this half day course learn to understand why we develop this habitual and unhelpful response and how we can replace it with a deep sense of peace

All our half day courses start at 10am and run until about 1.30pm.

Booking - https://meditationincheshire.org/courses-events/day-courses/overcoming-anxiety-saturday-9th-may-2026/

10/04/2026

EVENING MEDITATION CLASSES

Odiyana Kadampa Meditation Centre will be running a 6 week course entitled The Pursuit of Happiness in local areas at 7.30pm.

The classes will begin the week of 13th April 2026 for 6 weeks

For details of evenings and venues please visit our website – Chester, Crewe, Holmes Chapel, Chelford, Northwich and Warrington. www.meditationincheshire.org

All these classes start at 7.30pm and cost £7

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START THE WEEK CLASS - Monday evenings at Odiyana Kadampa Meditation Centre, Northwich 7pm

Monday is the perfect time to get your head in the right space to cope with the stresses and strains of the week.

Odiyana KMC will run a hour long class which includes a relaxation meditation and simple and practical methods to help you to maintain peace throughout your day.

The class will run from 7pm till 8pm and costs £5

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DAY TIME MEDITATION CLASSES - Odiyana Kadampa Meditation Centre - 12.30pm - Wednesday and Friday - £5

This lunchtime class is an excellent opportunity to explore meditation and to take the benefits of a peaceful mind out with you into your busy daily life and to see the benefits directly

The classes will include a guided meditation so you can experience for yourself the peace and freedom of a positive and undistracted mind.

Everyone is welcome.

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MODERN BUDDHISM CLASS - Sunday evening at 7pm - 12th and 19th April ONLY - £5

Modern Buddhism is an evening class for those wishing to learn more about Buddhism without having to take on the commitments involved with Foundation Programme.

The class covers more Buddhist topics such as karma, rebirth and ultimate truth. It is a great place to start if you wish to deepen your understanding of Buddhism.

www.meditationincheshire.org
Email - [email protected]
Tel - 07724828131

29/03/2026

The Wheel of Life Saturday 28th March 2026

On Saturday we were fortunate enough to be able to come together to receive teachings on the meaning of the Wheel of Life.

On this day course we explored the meaning of the Wheel of Life and its relevance to our own modern lives. With the guidance of Gen Kelsang Chokyong we heard how to break the links that keep us locked into our suffering. We learn about all the different realms and sufferings of samsara and finally how we can become free of uncontrolled death and rebirth.

Gen Chokyong taught with great clarity, humour and made the teaching practical and accessible to all. We were even joined on this course by some new students who were so inspired by his teachings they came back the next day for our Modern Buddhism class.

For all our classes and events please visit www.meditationincheshire.org

15/03/2026

Day Course – Saturday 28th March 2026 – The Wheel of Life

Even if we contemplate deeply the most sublime works of art we cannot gain benefits that compare with the benefits of contemplating and meditating on the diagram of the Wheel of Life because this diagram reveals the complete path to enlightenment.

On this day course we explore the meaning of the Wheel of Life and its relevance to our own modern lives

The teacher of this course will be Gen Kelsang Chokyong – Chokyong has been the resident teacher at Odiyana Kadampa Meditation Centre since 2001. He teaches with great power, humility and humour. He presents Buddha’s teachings in a practical and down to earth manner, making them accessible to everyone.

All our day courses are £30 and start at 10am and run until about 5pm.

BOOKINGS - https://meditationincheshire.org/day-course-saturday-28th-march-2026-the-wheel-of-life/

For more details
Email - [email protected]
Tel - 07724828131

26/02/2026

Day Course – Saturday 28th March 2026 – The Wheel of Life

Even if we contemplate deeply the most sublime works of art we cannot gain benefits that compare with the benefits of contemplating and meditating on the diagram of the Wheel of Life because this diagram reveals the complete path to enlightenment.

On this day course we explore the meaning of the Wheel of Life and its relevance to our own modern lives

The teacher of this course will be Gen Kelsang Chokyong – Chokyong has been the resident teacher at Odiyana Kadampa Meditation Centre since 2001. He teaches with great power, humility and humour. He presents Buddha’s teachings in a practical and down to earth manner, making them accessible to everyone.

All our day courses are £30 and start at 10am and run until about 5pm.

All of our classes and courses are available to watch via live stream to monthly members. For details of how to join please email [email protected] or [email protected]

BOOKINGS - https://meditationincheshire.org/day-course-saturday-28th-march-2026-the-wheel-of-life/

22/02/2026

Beautiful away retreat

22/02/2026

We were so fortunate to experience a very bless and peaceful away retreat this weekend at Nagarjuna Kadampa Meditation Centre Thornby

Gen Chokyong gave such inspiring and powerful teachings and guided us to deeper Lamrim experiences. This truly was a really special weekend.