Tranquility of the Mind
with Kadam Ai Peng McBretney
SAT 11 Feb | 10AM – 1.15PM | £20 per person
*Extra Date – Sat 18 Feb*
This meditation retreat is an opportunity to escape the noise and complexity of modern life and deepen your experience of tranquility from within your own mind.

Take a break from busy modern life and be guided through relaxing meditations that will help you to let go and find peace. You will learn practical methods to keep your mind calm when life becomes chaotic, helping you to live a happier and more peaceful life.
You will discover:
- Meditations to help you let go
- How to find peace in busy modern life
- How to maintain this experience of calm
Led by Kadam Ai Peng McBretney, our Resident Teacher. Includes teachings and guided meditations. Suitable for all levels of experience.
Everyone is welcome!
Event Schedule
- Registration - 9.30am - 10am
- Session 1 - 10am - 10.45am
- Break - 10.45am - 11.15am
- Session 2 - 11.15am - 12noon
- Break - 12noon - 12.30pm
- Session 3 - 12.30pm - 1.15pm
Teacher - Kadam Ai Peng McBretney
Kadam Ai Peng McBretney, the Resident Teacher of Duldzin Dragpa Centre, has studied and practised Kadampa Buddhism for many years under the guidance of Geshe Kelsang Gyatso.
Through her experience of putting Buddha’s advice into practice, she presents the teachings in a clear and practical way that inspires us to develop inner peace, happiness and wisdom.

This meditation retreat is an opportunity to escape the noise and complexity of modern life and deepen your experience of tranquility from within your own mind.
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Date & Time
Saturday 11 February, 10am – 1.15pm
EXTRA DATE - Saturday 18 February, 10am - 1.15pm -
Course Level
Suitable for beginners and those with some experience of meditation. -
Venue & Parking
Duldzin Dragpa Kadampa Buddhist Centre
5a Buttercross Lane, Epping, CM16 5AA
No Parking Available (contact us for limited disabled parking) -
Course Fee
£20 per person, FREE with a monthly membership.
Book in advance as spaces are limited.
Book your place
EXTRA DATE ADDED - SAT 18 FEB You can either book onto this new date (Sat 18th Feb) or join our waiting list for Sat 11th Feb and we will contact you if a place becomes available.

User Reviews

Wonderful oasis of calm in a hectic world. What I've learnt here has helped me and those connected with me, in every aspect of life. The resident teacher, Ai Peng, is knowledgable, helpful and kind, and displays a perfect example of a Buddhist Practitioner. Well worth a visi... read moreWonderful oasis of calm in a hectic world. What I've learnt here has helped me and those connected with me, in every aspect of life. The resident teacher, Ai Peng, is knowledgable, helpful and kind, and displays a perfect example of a Buddhist Practitioner. Well worth a visit. read less

This was my 1st time at a retreat and what a wonderful experience. The people were all so lovely as was the venue. I will definitely be going again and be using my meditation skills that I was taught .

I always feel so much better after a visit to your Buddhist centre.
Thank you I love the half day retreats and the Monday sessions in Billericay too.
It keeps me on the right path.
Thank you. X

Valuable use of time, with friendly environment, insightful guidance and peaceful location.
Our first visit to DDKBC Epping and we left enriched by the morning. Thanks everyone.

I brought 3 family members along to teacher, Ai Peng's, Relax & Recharge Meditation Retreat. We all thoroughly enjoyed the teachings and meditations expertly delivered with Ai Peng's sound knowledge and trademark humour.

Excellent retreat. Teacher was very knowledgeable

It has changed my life so much in such a positive way. I miss the weekly sessions when it’s holiday time.!! Rob is a fantastic teacher and explains everything so well and doesn’t mind any questions we throw at him

So, I arrived at the class not knowing what to expect. I was pleasantly surprised as the class leader talked is through releasing negative thoughts and gave us tools to do so. I felt relaxed and comfortable would highly recommend any one to attend if looking for a meditatio... read moreSo, I arrived at the class not knowing what to expect. I was pleasantly surprised as the class leader talked is through releasing negative thoughts and gave us tools to do so. I felt relaxed and comfortable would highly recommend any one to attend if looking for a meditation class. read less

We attended the teaching 'Dealing with Loss and Change'. It was a wonderful, meaningful experience on death, and one that we will remember and treasure always.

I had a lovely day at the meditation retreat, I was able to meet some lovely people who also wanted to have a couples of hours away from our busy life’s to reset, and reflect.
I would love to come back sometime. Thank you.

Really enjoyed the class, so, sad I am ill this week, so will miss out on week 2.
Our class teacher talked us through releasing negative thoughts. I felt relaxed and comfortable. Looking forward to my next session.

I’ve been visiting this centre for many years now. To say the teachings are life-changing is a huge understatement! Practical advice on dealing with every day problems, all given in a clear and relatable way. I am so grateful for this centre and this Buddhist tradition. read... read moreI’ve been visiting this centre for many years now. To say the teachings are life-changing is a huge understatement! Practical advice on dealing with every day problems, all given in a clear and relatable way. I am so grateful for this centre and this Buddhist tradition. read less read less

These classes have helped me enormously. I only really went because a friend invited me along to join her and they have made such a positive impact on my life. When I first started it was simply to help calm my mind, but they offer so much more in the way of remaining peacef... read moreThese classes have helped me enormously. I only really went because a friend invited me along to join her and they have made such a positive impact on my life. When I first started it was simply to help calm my mind, but they offer so much more in the way of remaining peaceful, especially at work. Would definitely recommend it! read less

The class I attend is hosted by Steve. I am always amazed he remembers the names of everyone, especially as I am unable to attend every week. It is a retreat from the noise of everyday life. The teachings are easily followed and Steve's voice is calm and soothing. I don't r... read moreThe class I attend is hosted by Steve. I am always amazed he remembers the names of everyone, especially as I am unable to attend every week. It is a retreat from the noise of everyday life. The teachings are easily followed and Steve's voice is calm and soothing. I don't remember everything because I tend to go into a zone, but just knowing that the aim is a calm and peaceful mind is enough. It is an important part of my week and a place of safety. read less

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