# Event Details - **Event Name**: Away Retreat - Awakening the Heart: Transforming Life’s Challenges - **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 20 Mar, 2026 at 07:15 pm – Sun, 22 Mar, 2026 at 01:00 pm - **Event Description**: This away retreat offers a unique opportunity to step out of daily routines and cultivate inner strength and resilienceAbout this EventAway Retreat to Nagarjuna Kadampa Meditation Centre (KMC), NorthamptonshireJoin us for a deeply peaceful weekend retreat in the beautiful setting of Nagarjuna KMC, nestled in the tranquil English countryside.Awakening the Heart: Transforming Life’s ChallengesLife inevitably brings challenges—stress, conflict, or uncertainty can leave us feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or stuck. This away retreat offers a unique opportunity to step out of daily routines and cultivate inner strength, resilience, and a heart-centred perspective.Through guided Buddhist meditations and practical teachings, you will learn how to:Transform life’s challenges into opportunities for growthCultivate love, compassion and patienceReconnect with your inner strength and resilienceSuitable for all levels from beginners to senior practitionersThrough guided meditations, teachings, discussion and quiet reflection, this weekend retreat will leave you feeling refreshed, inspired, and better equipped to face life’s ups and downs with clarity and warmth.This retreat will be guided by experienced Kadampa Resident Teachers from Heruka KMC – Kadam John McBretney and Duldzin Dragpa Centre – Kadam Ai Peng McBretney.About the teachersKadam John McBretney is the Resident Teacher of Heruka KMC and has been studying and practising Kadampa Buddhism for over 30 years. Known for his joyful and down-to-earth style, he has a rare ability to make even the deepest subjects clear and accessible, guiding students effortlessly to develop lasting inner peace and wisdom.Kadam Ai Peng McBretney is the Resident Teacher of Duldzin Dragpa KBC and has trained in Kadampa Buddhism for many years under the guidance of Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Rinpoche. Drawing from her own experience of applying Buddha’s advice in daily life, she shares the teachings in a warm, practical way that helps people see how to bring peace, happiness, and meaning into their everyday activities.About the venueNagarjuna Kadampa Meditation Centre at Thornby Hall is set in beautiful grounds. It offers a peaceful sanctuary where modern Buddhists — and seekers of peace — immerse themselves in meditation, learn timeless wisdom, and recharge both mind and spirit.Travelling to Nagarjuna KMCAddress: Thornby Hall,Naseby RoadThornbyNorthamptonshire NN6 8SWDirections:From the A14, exit at Junction 1 and turn right towards Thornby. In Thornby, turn left at The Red Lion pub. The entrance to Thornby Hall is 100 meters on the left. There is car parking in the grounds.Unfortunately, there is no bus service running to and from Thornby. The closest train stations are Northampton, Rugby, or Market Harborough. A taxi from there to the Centre costs approximately £15 – £20.Book Now - Limited AccommodationSingle Ensuite: £290. Early Bird Discount: £260Single: £230. Early Bird Discount: £200Twin Ensuite: each person £270. Early Bird Discount: £240 (SOLDOUT)Twin: each person £240. Early Bird Discount: £210Male Dormitory: £210. Early Bird Discount: £180Female Dormitory: £210. Early Bird Discount: £180Campervan: (not including electrical hook up) £200. Early Bird Discount: £170Campervan additional person sharing campervan: £165. Early Bird Discount: £135Non-residential: £165. Early Bird Discount: £135All prices include breakfast, lunch and supper, except non-residential, which includes only lunch and supper.Vegetarian or vegan meals options are available. Please select which option you would like and add this to your booking.Cancellations: Cancellations up to 4 weeks prior to the retreat will receive a full refund minus a 10% admin fee. Cancellations up to 1 week before receive 50% refund. No refund for cancellations made in the seven days immediately prior to the retreat.ScheduleFriday 20 March3.00pm Registration opens6.00pm Supper7.15pm – 8.45pm IntroductionSaturday 21 March9.15am – 10.15am Session 211.30am – 12.30pm Session 31.00pm Lunch3.00pm – 4.00pm Session 45.00pm – 6.00pm Session 56.00pm Supper7.30pm – 8.45pm Wishfulfilling Jewel with TsogSunday 22 March9.15am – 10.15am Session 611.30am – 12.45pm Session 71.00pm Lunch - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/northampton/away-retreat-awakening-the-heart-transforming-life’s-challenges/100001978251604803 - **Event Categories**: health-wellness, meditation, sports, art, fine-arts - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket URL**: https://consumer.pxf.io/c/1339408/3151484/39691?partnerpropertyid=1191892&MediaPartnerPropertyId=1191892&svlink=14105511&level=1&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.eventbrite.com%2Fe%2Faway-retreat-awakening-the-heart-transforming-lifes-challenges-tickets-1978251604803 - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 142.6, max: 273.97, currency: GBP ## Event venue details - **city**: Northampton - **state**: EN - **country**: United Kingdom - **location**: Nagarjuna Kadampa Meditation Centre - **lat**: 52.37604899999999 - **long**: -1.0119153 - **full address**: Nagarjuna Kadampa Meditation Centre, Naseby Road, Northampton, United Kingdom ## Event Organizer details - **affiliate_id**: 10 - **organizer**: Heruka Kadampa Meditation Centre (https://allevents.in/org/heruka-kadampa-meditation-centre/26780489) ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: banner - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/2fdc8c7b74878ec7922d7693599da3879c8be5f63dc72939783f7f87df55657d-rimg-w1200-h600-dc498ad9-gmir.jpg?v=1767228062 - **Alt text**: thumbnail - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/f5b4debb1807c96b3e3333ee40e0b522f550360560705ac4a73a62f60bee188e-rimg-w400-h400-dc437fd0-gmir.jpg?v=1767228062 ## FAQs - **Q**: When is the event happening? - **A:** Fri, 20 Mar, 2026 at 07:15 pm - **Q**: Where is the event happening? - **A:** Nagarjuna Kadampa Meditation Centre, Naseby Road, Northampton, United Kingdom - **Q**: What is the ticket price? - **A:** starting from 142.6 up to 273.97 GBP - **Q**: Who is organizing the event? - **A:** Heruka Kadampa Meditation Centre - **Q**: What type of event is this? - **A:** health-wellness, meditation, sports, art, fine-arts - **Q**: Where can I find ticket details about Away Retreat - Awakening the Heart: Transforming Life’s Challenges ? - **A:** You can find ticket details about this event on AllEvents. ## 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