
Weekend Meditation Retreat with Gen Tubchen at Ards Friary, Creeslough, Co. Donegal, F92 Y23R
Fri 15th – Sun 17th March, 2024
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Join us of a weekend of Buddhist teachings, blessings, guided meditations and chanted prayers.
Available In Person or Live streamed
Guided by Buddhist Nun Gen Kelsang Tubchen from our Kadampa Meditation Centre in Aberdeen, she will offer the Empowerment of Green Tara, a special blessing and guided meditation, and give teachings on how to use the rare and extraordinary Tara Transference of Consciousness practice. We will also gain insight into the Buddhist Path in general and it’s power to alleviate the fears and anxieties we all experience every day.
THE LOCATION
Ards Friary lies within 200 acres of grounds with access to beautiful beaches. Ards hosts some spectacular views. Its peace and serenity have meditative qualities, allowing you to wonder and explore. Ards Country park is next to the Friary and walks from the Friary, extend into it, allowing you to venture even further.
For anyone using public transport we can suggest two coaches. Gallaghers Coaches who travel between Belfast and Creeslough and John McGinley Coaches who travel between Dublin and Creeslough. Both companies include collection points along the route to Creeslough.






Book in person or online – Sterling
Book in person or online – Euros
THE SCHEDULE
Schedule for the silence periods, meditations and meals
Friday 15 March
1700 – 1800 Check in / registration opens
1800 – 1900 Supper
1930 – 2100 Introductory Talk and Meditation with Gen Chitta
Saturday 16 March
0800 – 0845 Breakfast
0900 – 1000 Guided Meditation with Kadam Adam Starr
1100 – 1300 Empowerment with Gen Kelsang Tubchen
1300 – Lunch
1630 – 1800 Teaching with Gen Kelsang Tubchen
1800 – Supper
2000 – 2045 Puja / Chanted Prayers
Sunday
0800 – 0845 Breakfast
0900 – 1000 Guided Meditation with Kadam Adam Starr
1100 – 1230 Teaching with Gen Kelsang Tubchen
1300 – Lunch
Book your place paying Sterling
For anyone using public transport we can suggest two coaches. Gallaghers Coaches who travel between Belfast and Creeslough and John McGinley Coaches who travel between Dublin and Creeslough. Both companies include collection points along the route to Creeslough.
If you need help with your booking feel free to Whatsapp / Phone us on +44 (0) 7597 773 096 or email at info@meditateni.org.
