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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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Latest News

September 7, 2026

Kathina Ceremony on 8th November 2026

(Note: new venue this year, see below!) The Sangha and Trustees of the Oxford Buddha Vihara (OBV) UK are pleased […]

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June 25, 2026

Meditation Hall Extension Project

Dear Dhamma Friends, We, the OBV Sangha, wish to share with you exciting plans for a large project to extend […]

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May 1, 2026

Summer Camp for Children and Families

(APOLOGIES – BOTH RETREATS ARE NOW FULLY BOOKED) Dear Dhamma Friends, We, the OBV Sangha, warmly invite you and your […]

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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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