A day-long workshop at the London Buddhist Centre, suitable for anyone with an interest in writing, reading and appreciating poetry. Led by Vishvantara (a Poetry London 1st Prize winner) and Maitreyabandhu. (more…)

Graham Burns

We all sometimes get frustrated at the pace of modern life. We know too that yoga can help us slow down. But how often do we actually take time to slow down in our yoga practice and feel the benefits? How often do we rush through our practice in an effort to cram more into the time available? (more…)

Metropolitan Walkers in the park

As part of the 2009 series of ‘slow down’ walks, join the Metropolitan Walkers for a 6 mile walk through Dulwich Park, Dulwich Woods and the Horniman Museum gardens, ending at a café in Crystal Palace Park where there will be an ice cream opportunity. (more…)

A peaceful time in the beautiful woods, with the London Wildlife Trust. We often lead guided walks but on 26th April 2009, as part of Slow Down London, we offer a spiritual meander through Sydenham Hill Woods where we can all take time to sit/lie/meditate/stretch in the woods whilst soaking up the sights and sounds in a deeper way. (more…)

Victorian galleries: Images @ Colin Streater

Take time out from your hectic schedule, drop by the NPG and stroll through the Galleries with artists and historians.

Meet old friends and encounter new ones along the way.

These tours offer the chance to linger, contemplate and reflect.

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