Winding Down 2009
Madhyamaka Centre, situated just fifteen miles from York City centre, is the perfect place to get away from it all. This beautiful Georgian mansion nestled at the foot of the Yorkshire Wolds has over forty acres of grounds, gardens woodland walks, café and gift shop. Enjoy our unique and relaxing ways to wind down 2009.
Weekend Meditation Retreat for Beginners
With Kelsang Deva 13th-15th Nov
(as little as £66 for the weekend including food and accommodation)
In a weekend meditation retreat you learn how to practise meditation which is a vital tool for decreasing stress and tension and improving health and happiness.
Concentration Day Course
With Ann Harland Sunday 6 Dec
The deeper our concentration, the more profound and stable our mental peace will be, and the clearer and more powerful our mind will become.
Festive Night Out
Sat 12th Dec Cost £20
In the beautiful Georgian dining room, enjoy a scrumptious three-course vegetarian meal serenaded by live music, enter a raffle with the chance of winning a night in the new B&B and even meet Santa himself!
New Years Course
Mon 28th Dec - 1st Fri Jan
This course is a great opportunity to take a meaningful break over Christmas and start the New Year. The course is based on Atisha’s advice that he taught over a thousand years ago. By applying Atisha’s advice we can develop and maintain a pure and happy mind even in our busy modern lives, and gradually progress towards the ultimate peace of full enlightenment. The B&B is available for luxury accommodation for this course; just call reception to check for availability.
New Years Eve
Thurs 31st Dec Cost £20
Bring in the New Year with a vegetarian buffet, special chanted prayers and a guided meditation on compassion. This is an alternative New Years celebration dedicated to world peace, one of our most popular and joyful events each year.
World Peace Cafe
Open Weds - Sun 10:30 - 4:30
Closed 18th Dec - 16th Jan
A favorite for many cyclists, families, walkers. Snuggle up next to the wood burning stove and taste the wide range of hot beverages, delicious vegetarian food and yummy cakes that are available.
Gift Shop & Reception
Open Weds - Sun
9:00 - 1:00 2:00 - 4:30
Closed 19th - 28th Dec
Ideal for finding gifts. Browse the selection of handmade Fair Trade gifts from around the world or be tempted by delicious organic treats.