The traditional South Asian New Year – “Songkran” in Thailand – will be celebrated on Sunday the 12th of April at 1:30pm in the Sālā. The event usually consists of … Read More
Meal Time Change
In line with the nationwide change to British Summer Time, starting on Sunday, 29 March 2026, the new times for the daily Anumodanā (meal blessing) will be as follows: The Anumodanā takes … Read More
Winter Retreat 2026
From the evening of the 3rd of January, until the 31st of March 2026, the community at Amaravati will be on winter retreat. Restraint and noble silence are encouraged during … Read More
New Year’s Eve 2025
On the evening of the 31st of December 2025, Amaravati will have a special program to enter the new year: The Temple will remain open until the next morning for … Read More
Anagārikā Eight-Precept Ceremony, Wednesday 3rd of December
On Wednesday 3rd December, Sarah Griffin will be formally taking the eight precepts and asking to train for one year as an anagārikā under the guidance of the nuns’ community. … Read More
Meal time change – Sun 26 Oct & Updates
As you likely know, the clocks will go back an hour this Sunday, 26 October 2025. As a result, to make sure the monastic communities are able to finish their … Read More
Kathina Updates
For those planning to attend our Kathina festival on Sunday, 19 October 2025, please note the following important information: Arrival St. Margaret’s Lane is likely to be congested, and it … Read More
Kathina – 19th October 2025
The Kathina festival at Amaravati will be held this year on Sunday, 19th October 2025. We warmly invite you to join us in person to celebrate this event. Please note … Read More