

# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Countryside Weekend Retreat
- **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 24 Apr, 2026 at 07:30 pm – Sun, 26 Apr, 2026 at 01:00 pm (+01:00)
- **Event Description**: Enjoy a weekend retreat at Madhyamaka KMC in Yorkshire WoldsAbout this EventDo you feel the need for a true break — one that restores both body and mind? Do you need space to reset emotionally and spiritually? Treat yourself to a guided meditation retreat in the peaceful surroundings of the Yorkshire countryside — a weekend designed to leave you refreshed, rejuvenated, and inspired.This retreat offers more than just a temporary escape from life’s challenges. It provides tools to transform them — showing how even our most difficult experiences can become part of the path to genuine peace and happiness.Between sessions, take time to unwind — stroll through beautiful grounds, relax in the cozy lounge, or connect with like-minded people over a coffee in the café. Whether you’re looking for quiet reflection or warm conversation, there’s something here for everyone.What’s Included:•⁠ ⁠Guided meditations and teachings•⁠ ⁠Time for rest, nature, and connection with like-minded people•⁠ ⁠Delicious vegetarian meals•⁠ ⁠A supportive and peaceful environmentCome as you are, and leave renewed — with actual experience of how acceptance can bring lasting peace.Suitable for all levels of experience.Come for the weekend or attend the Saturday only. Suitable for all levels of experience.ABOUT THE VENUEMadhyamaka KMC is set just outside of Pocklington, near York. Home to an established Kadampa Buddhist community since 1986, it houses a World Peace café, a book and gift shop, a B&amp;B and is a popular place for locals to visit and walk in its extensive grounds. Madhyamaka KMC was the very first Kadampa Centre established in the West by Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Rinpoche. It is a place of pilgrimage for Kadampa practitioners around the world.ABOUT THE TEACHERThe retreat will be led by the Resident Teacher at Atisha Kadampa Meditation Centre, Gen Kelsang Chogma.Gen Kelsang Chogma has been practising and teaching meditation and Kadampa Buddhism for over 25 years. She brings a wealth of experience having been Resident Teacher in Halifax, West Yorkshire and also Education Programme Co-ordinator in three major UK Dharma Centres, including Madhyamaka KMC.Gen Chogma was ordained as a Buddhist nun in 2009 by Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Rinpoche and serves as a wonderful example of the ordained way of life in the modern world. She is loved for her joyful enthusiasm and gentle skills in guiding meditations.OPTIONSSaturday only Non-Residential - price includes the Saturday sessions and lunchWeekend Non-Residential - price includes all sessions and lunch Sat &amp; SunResidential - include retreat, all meals and two nights accommodation. If you would like a single ensuite please contact us.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/york/countryside-weekend-retreat/100001984609926715
- **Event Categories**: health-wellness
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## Ticket Details

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- **Ticket Price Range**: min: 30, max: 300, currency: GBP

## Event venue details

- **city**: York
- **state**: EN
- **country**: United Kingdom
- **location**: Madhyamaka Kadampa Meditation Centre
- **lat**: 53.93994550000001
- **long**: -0.7556292
- **full address**: Madhyamaka Kadampa Meditation Centre, Kilnwick Percy Hall, York, United Kingdom

## Event Organizer details

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- **organizer**: Atisha Kadampa Meditation Centre (https://allevents.in/org/atisha-kadampa-meditation-centre/21064526)

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When is the event happening?
  - **A:** Fri, 24 Apr, 2026 at 07:30 pm (+01:00)
- **Q**: Where is the event happening?
  - **A:** Madhyamaka Kadampa Meditation Centre, Kilnwick Percy Hall, York, United Kingdom
- **Q**: What is the ticket price?
  - **A:** starting from 30 up to 300 GBP
- **Q**: Who is organizing the event?
  - **A:** Atisha Kadampa Meditation Centre
- **Q**: What type of event is this?
  - **A:** health-wellness
- **Q**: Where can I find ticket details about Countryside Weekend Retreat ?
  - **A:** You can find ticket details about this event on AllEvents.

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