Daily Meditation was one of the core values at the heart of the founding of the Salisbury Centre. It was recognised by the founders to be important not only to the development of the interior life of the people living and working here, but essential as the hub of daily life and a focus of shared commitment; practice as service.
It was envisaged that those who lived and worked at the Centre would have their own private compassion-based meditation practice that would sustain and nurture their own spiritual path and contribute to the cultivation of their interior life. It was also envisaged that alongside their private practice residents would meet twice daily to take part in a shared meditation that would be open to the general public.
It was considered important that the day would begin and end with stillness based on the principle that if we proceed from stillness we can move into action with greater mindfulness and return to stillness at the end of activity, a principle expressed in Tai Chi. It was also seen as the opportunity to re-dedicate oneself and the place.
It is with great pleasure, therefore, that the trustees have re-introduced the twice-daily drop-in meditations at the Centre, which are open to the friends of the Salisbury Centre and the general public alike. All are welcome.
About our Daily Meditation
The Salisbury Centre is offering a welcoming space for silent community meditation every weekday
- In the morning at 8:00 – 8:30 am, and
- In the afternoon at 5:30 – 6:00 pm.
Additionally, there is a meditation every Friday 12:00-12:45 pm.
These meditations are non-denominational and accessible to all; no experience is needed. The form is 30 minutes of silence, sometimes started with a dedication or invocation. You may sit in any way you find comfortable. A selection of chairs, cushions, stools and even blankets are provided.
Practicalities
- These are 30-minute sessions of silent contemplation (except for Friday 12pm one, which is 45 mins), run by volunteers.
- Whilst these meditations are not guided as such, feel free to ask if you have any questions or concerns before or after the meditation.
- Everybody is welcome to just drop in, no need to book ahead.
- To read more about the importance of meditation at The Salisbury Centre, go here.
- Please arrive 5 minutes before the start.
- Cushions and blankets provided. Donations toward the upkeep of the Centre are very welcome but not necessary.
- If you’d like to help with hosting, please email [email protected]
Important note about cancellations
We try our best to not cancel these sessions but occasionally, it happens last minute. To make sure a slot you’re planning to attend isn’t cancelled, please check the “What’s On” section of the website.