~ The Garden of Enlightened Knowing ~
A traditional Theravada Buddhist monastery in the lineage of Ajahn Chah and Ajahn Sumedho. Principally a residence for those wishing to participate or train in the monastic lifestyle. It also provides a suitable environment for lay visitors and overnight guests.
Notable Events
Regular Events
Daily Schedule
5:15am — Morning Puja
10:30 — Main Meal
11:30 — Informal chat–Q&A with Sangha
7:00pm — Evening Chanting and Meditation
Sunday
10:00am — Short Meditation
10:30 — Main Meal
1:30–4:30pm — Group Meditation
6:00–8:00 — Chanting, Meditation, Dhamma Talk, Q&A
Wednesday:
8.15am alms round down Stokes Valley Road.
7pm Puja: Residents take 8-precepts. A Dhamma talk.
Series Events
Meditation Workshop: 1st Saturday of every month; 1–5pm
Silent Group Meditation: Every Sunday; 1:30–4:30pm
All News
Latest News3 November 2026
🪷 Kathina S.C. This coming Sunday, 8th November 9:45. We gather to celebrate the new season and the changes it bri…
🕯 Sangha We had a very nice afternoon visit with Ajahn Vinai on Saturday accompanied by two other monks from…
🔥 Vihara Fire Finally… we have the wood stove installed in the monks’ vihara but… we still need a Council ins…
🧘🏽 New Rupa We have been offered a new Buddha image and have agreed on the location being just below the vihara…
🧱 Stupa Mural This project is gathering momentum and a selection of information and images is being sent to the a…
🚗 Transport With Anagarika Joshua leaving we are without a driver in the monastery. There is an immediate need …
😌 New Year Retreat It is still quite a way off but accommodation is limited so do be sure to book in advance More deta…
Verse from the Khuddaka
For one who always honours and respects
those of greater years,
there are four blessings:
long life, beauty, happiness and strength.
those of greater years,
there are four blessings:
long life, beauty, happiness and strength.
Dhammapada Verse 109
Newly added: 6th October 2026
