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Oxford Buddha Vihara

We are a centre for the teaching and practice of the Buddha’s message.

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December 22, 2025

New Year's Eve Chanting - 2026

Chanting on New Year’s Eve   On New Year’s Eve, December 31st, we’ll gather together at 11.30pm for a special […]

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November 3, 2025

Christmas Retreat, 25th-29th December 2025

Dear Dhamma Friends, The OBV Sangha would like to extend a warm invitation to you to participate in a 5-day […]

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September 4, 2025

Kathina Ceremony on 12th October 2025

The Sangha and Trustees of the Oxford Buddha Vihara (OBV) UK are pleased to extend a cordial invitation to you […]

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Our Retreats

Meditation Days

Held at the vihara in Oxford on the last Saturday of the month from 8.30am – 4.00pm.

All are welcome and no booking is required.

Please check current restrictions before attending.

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Meditation weekends

Usually held at our centre in Park Farm (Forest of Dean) on the second weekend of every month from 7.30 am – 8.30 pm.

Please check our Events page to see what retreats are currently on offer.

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Longer retreats

Held at Park Farm (Forest of Dean). These may be held in different languages.

Please check our Events page for current and upcoming retreats.

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