Kindness Cafe London

Mindfulness Meditation (Online)
2025-05-07 12:30 - 13:00, 2025-05-09 18:30 - 19:30 UTC | Online
All are welcome to join in secular style meditation sessions with currently 2 online weekly classes.
The sessions are run by qualified teachers and are offered on a donation basis. 8-week Mindfulness for Stress Reduction courses are also available.
Who is it for?
Everyone is welcome
Cost
Donations welcome
When does it happen?
Online classes take place on:
Wednesday lunchtimes (12.30 to 1 pm) and
Friday evenings (6.30 to 7.30 pm).
How to Join
To book your place, please contact jane@jamyang.co.uk or Tel: 07966 510290.

Summer Closure
2025-07-28 00:00 - 2025-08-31 23:59
Summer Closure: Monday, 28th July – 31st August
Reopen: Monday, 1st September

Mending Circle
2025-04-23 18:00 - 20:00 | Cafe Space, Jamyang Buddhist Centre, 43 Renfrew Rd, London, SE11 4NA, United Kingdom
Mending Circle is a gentle un-facilitated space to mend textiles. It is to promote a low impact living, shared love and care for ourselves as well as what we have, or just simply to savour the joy of communal hand-sewing activities while sharing a pot of tea.
Bring clothes you’d want to mend. Threads and needles are provided. We do hand-sewing only.
Who is it for?
Everyone is welcome. No previous experience is necessary.
Cost
Free – donations welcome
When does it happen?
Twice a month – please check the Event Calendar for upcoming dates.
How to join
Simply drop in whenever you’re able! No pre-booking needed. If you have any questions, please contact: asakoishere@gmail.com

Death Cafe
2025-05-26 18:45 - 20:00 | Library, Jamyang Buddhist Centre
A Death Cafe is a group-directed discussion of death with no agenda, objectives or themes. It is a discussion group rather than a grief support or counselling session.
It was founded by Jon Underwood, a beloved student at Jamyang Buddhist Centre London and a pioneer in opening up the conversation about death. It is a secular session.

Who is it for?
Everyone is welcome

Cost
Free – donations welcome

When does it happen?
Once a month

How to join
You can just drop in. However, as the space is limited, you can book your spot via Eventbrite.
Please note
Death Cafe is space for open and confidential discussion. It is not a bereavement counselling or support service. If you are recently bereaved and are seeking professional support, please contact your GP or a relevant service for advice, such as Cruse Bereavement Care.

Dying Well
2025-07-19 14:00 - 16:00 | Library, Jamyang Buddhist Centre
Dying Well sessions are an opportunity for a deeper exploration of topics related to Death and Dying, covering a wide range of practical, spiritual and psychological aspects.
Topics, sometimes facilitated by a guest speaker, are for example: what a good death might be and what preparations may help achieve this; what support and services may be of assistance; how to cope with someone’s death and your feelings of loss and grief; and importantly how an acceptance of death helps us to live life more fully.
Who is it for?
Everyone is welcome. We invite you to join us in our safe and respectful space as we explore together this difficult to talk about but very important subject.
Cost
Free – donations welcome
When does it happen?
Please check the event calendar for upcoming dates.
How to join
You can just drop in. However, as the space is limited, you can book your place through the Jamyang Buddhist Centre website.

Listening Hour
2025-04-26 12:00 - 14:00 | Cafe Space, Jamyang Buddhist Centre, 43 Renfrew Rd, London, SE11 4NA, United Kingdom
A monthly 2-hour connection and empathy space currently hosted by people who have experience in NVC, for anyone interested in Non-Violent Communication (NVC).
This is not a workshop but a peer listening space. No need for formal training although we recommend you do a Foundation training in NVC.
Who is it for?
Come if you want to practice listening. Come if you’d enjoy a listening ear. As it’s a peer listening space, the Listening Hour is not suitable if you are going through significant emotional upheaval or for processing trauma.
Cost
Free – donations welcome
When does it happen?
Once a month (every 3rd Saturday of the month)
How to Join
Please book your place via Eventbrite.
Contact Justyna for any questions: justyna@hotmail.com

Climate Cafe
2025-07-17 12:00 - 14:00 | Cafe Space, Jamyang Buddhist Centre, 43 Renfrew Rd, London, SE11 4NA, United Kingdom
The Climate Cafe is a group-directed discussion of climate change with no agenda; an informal and confidential conversation, supported by facilitators.
Who is it for ?
Open to anyone aged 18 or over who is worried about the climate and ecological crisis. A safe space to share, learn, talk and listen. There is no need to currently be involved in climate actions.
Cost
Free – donations are welcome
When does it happen?
Once a month
How to join
We suggest saving your spot ahead of time to help the facilitator to organise the event. Please book via Eventbrite.
For any questions about this event, please contact the organisers by emailing climatecafe.london43@gmail.com

Repaying the Kindness
2025-07-10 14:00, 2025-06-26 14:00
The group has been running for over 20 years offering support in the form of group activities and outings, mainly for carers and former carers but the group also welcomes those who are elderly or who may be feeling isolated.
Who is it for?
Carers and former carers, the elderly and anyone who may feel isolated
When does it happen?
29th May at 2 pm – Horniman Museum & Gardens with hopefully tea and cake outside in the sun
12th June at 2 pm – Zoom call. Pictures and poems/readings to share
26th June at 2 pm – Dulwich Picture Gallery for the new Rachel Jones exhibition, ‘Gated Canyon’
10th July at 2 pm – Garden Museum for new exhibition, Cecil Beaton’s Garden Party followed by workshop/party with Janine
How to join
Contact: jane@jamyang.co.uk or Tel: 07966 510290
