Family Weekend – Overcoming Anger

May 2 - 5, 2025

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Overcoming Anger (especially towards brothers and sisters!)

A chance for families to meet, have fun and enjoy a joyful weekend with a difference! With guided meditations, team building activities, games and much more, this is a chance for all the family to learn to overcome anger, frustration and other negative minds, and experience a joyful way of life.

The activities, which include drama, art, and outdoor games, are designed to help children develop the skills of how to maintain a happy mind – even when things don’t go our way.

The weekend also offers both children and parents an opportunity to discover the practical value of periods of silence and quiet contemplation: meditation for all the family. All families are welcome, whether Buddhist or not.

Manjushri Family WeekendBased in the Lake District, Manjushri KMC has a Historic House set in 70 acres of lawns and woodland with a lake, streams, extensive paths and an enchanting beach on the shores of Morecambe Bay – not to mention the first Temple for World Peace. There’s no better place for a family break!

The family weekend will begin on Friday in the evening with supper and finish on Monday with lunch.

Practical Info

The programme of activities is ideally suited for children aged 6 – 12 years. All bookings must include children within this age group. If your group booking includes siblings outside of this age range, then please follow the instructions in the booking form.

Onsite accommodation options are only available for those booking for the whole weekend. Details of the types of accommodation available and prices are in the booking form.

Activities are intended for whole family participation, and parents/care givers must accompany their children in all organised activities. Manjushri KMC cannot provide child care facilities. We are a large site open daily to the public, for safeguarding reasons we therefore require that children are under the direct supervision, and remain the responsibility of, their parents/care givers at all times. For insurance purposes, Manjushri KMC and NKT-IKBU cannot take responsibility for your child.

All meals provided are vegetarian (may contain dairy and eggs), with a wheat-free and/or dairy-free option available at the time of booking. We cannot guarantee that all ingredients in our meals are vegan and/or gluten-free, and so are unable to offer those as options.

If you would like more information, or to discuss further, please contact our reception team info@manjushri.org, 01229 584 029, who will be happy to answer your questions.

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Teacher:
Gen Kelsang Dragden

Date:
May 2 - 5, 2025

What to Expect

Price: £99 event only
(Accommodation & meal options available)

Spaces

A special tranquil place

Manjushri Kadampa Meditation Centre, nestled on the edge of the Lake District, offers the perfect setting for a retreat. Surrounded by beautiful woodland and gardens, this peaceful sanctuary provides an ideal space to step away from the busyness of daily life. The centre's stunning temple, tranquil environment, and breathtaking views over Morecambe Bay make it the perfect place to relax, recharge, and deepen your meditation practice. Whether you’re looking to find inner peace or gain clarity and wisdom, this serene location offers everything you need for a truly transformative experience.

Retreat accommodation

Accommodation is in simple, comfortable rooms.  Those on retreats will stay either in a room in the main building of Conishead Priory or in a room in one of the cottages that line the gardens and overlook the Temple for World Peace. You can choose single, twin or shared rooms and there are limited number of en-suite rooms available. Book early to get a full choice of accommodation.

Experiences

Every person who visits and takes part in a course at Manjushri Kadampa Meditation Centre leaves with a unique experience of peace in their heart. This experience is shaped by our circumstances in life and how these ancient teachings, adapted to our modern lives, touch our heart. Because each of us is a unique individual, we will each have our own special meaningful experience to take home with us.

Testimonials

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Milob

Retreat Experience

II was able to do a one-month retreat in January, and it has been the most significant experience of my life. I found within my own heart a light, a peace that permeated everything. Every moment became a magical experience, where the divine and the extraordinary made everything feel out of this world. I truly hope everyone has the opportunity to experience the same and is inspired to do a retreat in this special place.

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Laurence

Retreat Experience

Attending the retreat has been a life-changing experience. I discovered a sense of inner peace I never thought possible, and it continues to guide me in my everyday life. The teachings were profound, and the atmosphere was filled with kindness and serenity. I highly recommend it to anyone seeking personal growth and transformation.

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Andre

Retreat Experience

The retreat allowed me to pause and reconnect with myself in a way I hadn’t imagined. The meditations brought clarity and calm, and the peaceful environment of the centre made it a perfect place for deep reflection. I left feeling renewed and full of purpose.

FAQ

Contact

info@manjushri.org

01229 584029

How to get here

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Manjushri Kadampa Meditation Centre
Conishead Priory
Ulverston
LA12 9QQ