A tranquil meditation centre
in the heart of the Welsh countryside.
Maenllwyd has been a buddhist retreat for forty years and is the ideal environment for intensive meditation practice.
The traditional stone-built farmhouse
has been a centre for group and solitary
Buddhist practice since 1972.
The Chan Hall is a warm and
welcoming space for meditation practice.
The cabin has a wood burning stove and is perfect for solo meditation retreats.
We accept bookings for Buddhist retreats and yoga courses.
Led by Miche Fabre Lewin and Marian Partington.
Join a small gathering in a traditional Welsh Farmhouse for two day retreat with silence, simplicity and serenity while in a communing with vegetables and vessels.
This retreat is open to everyone. Please contact enquiries@maenllwyd.org or see more information here.
Led by Sophie Muir.
Please join us to celebrate the life of John Crook, founder of the Western Chan Fellowship and the first Western Dharma heir of Master Sheng Yen, founder of Dharma Drum monastery, Taiwan.
This open day is for eveyone and we will be providing lunch. Please contact enquiries@maenllwyd.org or see more information here.
Led by Sophie Muir.
This meditation retreat introduces the practice of calm abiding and clear seeing, known in Tibetan as Shi‑ne, and Lha‑tong. Cultivating compassionate presence with support of the Sadhana of Chenrezig, Bodhisattva of compassion, joy and confidence are embodied through exploration of the energy yogas of Guru Rinpoche. Our guiding aspiration throughout the retreat is that practice may be of lasting benefit to each and every being.
This retreat is open to beginners and experienced meditators equally. Please contact sophie@gearmill.org or see more information here.
If you are looking for a tranquil setting in which to host your meditation retreats, Maenllwyd is perfect. With no electricity, no phone reception and no internet access, it is an ideal setting for retreats of up to 14 people.
In line with current Covid-19 guidelines, Maenllwyd is suitable for small group retreats. Up to 6 people can stay in separate bedrooms and be distanced in the Chan Hall.
The hut is available for short periods over the winter for solitary practise.
Maenllwyd has been hosting Buddhist retreats for forty years. We are continuing to welcome guests for retreats and meditation practise.
