Bhavana Dhamma is a place dedicated to the practice of the teachings of the Buddha under the guidance of Ven. Ajahn Khemadhammo. Located deep in the Warwickshire countryside, a short distance from Warwick and Stratford-upon-Avon, it provides a tranquil atmosphere for those wishing to develop their Buddhist practice.
Permission to visit or stay is at the discretion of Ven. Ajahn Khemadhammo.
The property comprises a large, comfortable cottage, a beautiful garden and outdoor Shrine Room and is surrounded by fields with Hampton Wood at the bottom of the garden.
Bhavana Dhamma is just a short walk from The Forest Hermitage (Wat Pah Santidhamma) where a small community of Theravadan Buddhist monks is resident under the guidance of Ven. Ajahn Khemadhammo. The Forest Hermitage is a branch monastery of Wat Nong Pah Pong in Northeastern Thailand.
Venerable Manapo is continuing to teach weekend retreats every month at Bhavana Dhamma. Please see the retreats page for more information.
There are a lot of jobs to be done around the Forest Hermitage and Bhavana Dhamma and not many people to do them. Regular or occasional help with cleaning, polishing, cooking, maintenance and gardening is always greatly appreciated. If you would like to help out in any way then do please make contact.
The remaining debt to the bank on Bhavana Dhamma (Wood Cottage) is down now to £98,000! This is still a large amount to raise so if you would like to help us then find out how on the appeal page. See the appeal update from last year.