Welcome to Gaia House

Gaia House EntranceGaia House offers silent Insight Meditation retreats in the Buddhist tradition.

If you are new to Gaia House – and maybe new to meditation – you might find any of these pages a good place to begin:

About Meditation – Meditation is about calming the mind, understanding ourselves and freeing the heart. Listen on-line to an introductory guided meditation, from an experienced Gaia House teacher.

About Silence – Silence helps to support and deepen meditation practice by creating a calm, simplified environment. Find out more.

The Gaia House Vision – Read about the aims of Gaia House.

Dharma Talks – Listen on-line to free talks exploring the meanings of the teachings of the Buddha, from our established teachers.

Suggested Reading – Books by Gaia House Teachers.

About Group Retreats – Group Meditation Retreats are ideal for beginners as well as experienced meditators.

Group Retreat Programme – See what’s on offer and book a Group Retreat.

About Retreats and Retreat FAQs – Practical questions often asked by people considering a silent Meditation Retreat for the first time.

Newsletters – Interesting articles and news from Gaia House and the wider Buddhist Community.