Compassion Kadampa Buddhist Centre
Buddhist meditation centre in South Gosforth offering drop-in classes open to everyone, a direct Metro ride from North Shields.
About Compassion Kadampa Buddhist Centre
Compassion Kadampa Buddhist Centre is a meditation centre on Station Road in South Gosforth, part of the New Kadampa Tradition, offering classes rooted in Buddhist teaching that are open to everyone regardless of faith or experience. It is the nearest established Buddhist centre to North Shields and sits a few steps from South Gosforth Metro station.
Weekly drop-in classes combine guided meditation with a short talk, and the centre also runs day courses and retreats through the year. Class days vary, so check the centre's schedule before travelling; no booking is generally needed for regular classes.
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