Midsummer Weekend Meditation Retreat with Kadampa Buddhist Nun Gen Chitta and Kadampa Buddhist Meditation Teacher Ian McGlade at Bru Moytura Retreat Centre, Corlisheen, Castlebaldwin, Co. Sligo
Friday 19th – Sunday 21st June, 2026
In person and live online for members
Experience a deeply restorative midsummer retreat in the magical landscape of County Sligo, surrounded by ancient beauty, stillness, and light.
This retreat offers an opportunity to slow down, rest deeply, and reconnect with the peaceful and compassionate nature of the mind through meditation, reflection, and time in nature. Guided by Buddhist Nun Gen Chitta and Kadampa Teacher Ian McGlade, the teachings will focus on practical methods for developing compassion – a pure and transformative way of thinking grounded in wisdom and love.
The central practice of the retreat will be the Avalokiteshvara Sadhana, a blessed meditation and chanted prayer practice that helps us to embody compassion and wisdom. Through engaging in this practice, we can cultivate profound peace, inner strength, and the experience of universal compassion.
Held at the beautiful and historic Bru Moytura near Lough Arrow, the retreat setting itself supports quiet reflection and renewal. With guided meditation sessions, gentle walks, meaningful conversation, and nourishing surroundings, this retreat is open to everyone, whether completely new to meditation or wishing to deepen an existing practice.
The Location
Nestled in the stunning natural beauty of County Sligo, the ancient site of Bru Moytura offers an enchanting escape for those seeking tranquillity and inspiration. Surrounded by rolling hills, lush green landscapes, and the timeless majesty of Lough Arrow, this historic location is steeped in rich cultural heritage. The air here is imbued with a sense of peace and mysticism, providing the perfect backdrop for meditation and quiet reflection.
In June, this location becomes an ideal retreat destination, combining its captivating history with the calming energy of its natural surroundings. Immerse yourself in guided meditations and gentle nature walks. Bru Moytura offers a unique and restorative experience that will leave you refreshed and inspired.
The circular hall, a perfect space for meditation, couples with a beautiful south facing sunlit room for dining and talking with other meditators. Unique geo thermal underfloor heating system insures meditations will never be cold.
Retreat Schedule
Schedule for the silence periods, meditations and meals.
Friday
1730 Arrival & Registration
1800 Supper
1930 Introductory Talk and Meditation with Gen Chitta
Saturday ( Silent until 1245 )
0800 Breakfast
0900 – 1015 Session 1 with Ian McGlade
1130 – 1245 Session 2 with Gen Chitta
1300 – Lunch
1630 – 1745 Session 3 with Ian McGlade
1800 – Supper
1930 – 2045 Session 4 with Gen Chitta
9pm Camp fire with Cacao
Sunday ( Silent until 1245 )
0800 Breakfast
0900 – 1015 Session 5 with Ian McGlade
1130 – 1245 Session 6 with Gen Chitta
1300 – Lunch
Members can attend our centre classes and retreats online or in person. Details on how to join at Membership.
Ongoing classes can be found at Classes By Location with forthcoming special events at Events and Retreats.
If you need help with your booking feel free to Whatsapp / Phone us on +44 (0) 7848 175 415 or email at info@meditateni.org.
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