Path of Freedom — Bristol
Meditation • Study • Community
We are a friendly Buddhist meditation and study group in the Longchen tradition, based in Bristol. Whether you are completely new to meditation or have been practising for many years, you are warmly welcome to join us.
Our weekly meetings provide a quiet space to step back from the pressures of everyday life, cultivate awareness, and explore the teachings of the Buddha in a practical and accessible way.
Weekly Meetings
We meet every Thursday evening during term time.
Doors Open: 6:30 pm
Meditation Begins: 7:00 pm
Finish: 8:30 pm
Venue: Stokes Croft, Bristol, just a short walk from the city centre.
If you are interested in attending, please email us to find out about the next introductory course or weekly meeting.
About the Bristol Group
The Bristol Longchen Foundation group has been meeting since the early 1990s, when Rigdzin Shikpo visited Bristol several times and ran several courses. Now the Bristol group is run by a circle of Longchen Foundation teachers, all trained and authorised by Rigdzin Shikpo. Our community includes both complete beginners and long-standing practitioners who come together each week to meditate, study, ask questions, and support one another on the path.
At the heart of our tradition is the cultivation of openness—learning to meet every aspect of experience with clarity, compassion, and awareness. Through the practice of formless meditation and its application in everyday life, we explore how genuine freedom and kindness can naturally unfold. Throughout the year, we offer a welcoming programme of activities, including:
- Weekly meditation and study evenings
- Introductory Path of Freedom courses (typically 3–6 weeks)
- Lion’s Roar courses (see website for details)
- Practice days and retreats
- Opportunities for discussion and questions
- Occasional visiting teachers and special events
No previous experience is required—only curiosity and an interest in exploring meditation in a supportive and relaxed environment.
Join Us
If you would like to attend a meeting, enquire about our next introductory course, or simply find out more, we’d be delighted to hear from you.
Email: bristol@longchenfoundation.org
“Discover the openness that is already present within your own experience.”
