Oxford Young Buddhists

One Friday each month

Sub30 Nights

Looking to embody a new way of living and relating?

Come explore the teachings of the Buddha for life in our modern world.

We meet monthly at our Sub30s Nights to connect, transform our perspective, and form friendships with other young people who share our vision, practices, and ideals. There’s no need to book, and no prior experience needed - just turn up. And while we ask for a donation to cover our costs, we don’t charge for any of our events.

These nights are held at:

Peace House, 19 Paradise St, Oxford, OX1 1LD

Format

6:15pm: Doors open- There will be some members of the team at the entrance to Peace House on Paradise Street, who will welcome you and show you around.
6:30pm: Main session! Usually a mix of discussion, reflection, and meditation on the week's theme, but the exact format can change week-on-week. There'll be a tea break in the middle at around 7:30pm.
We aim to finish by about 8:30pm.

Upcoming events

Friday 10th April

You'll never be the same...

Everything about you is going to change at some point, whether you like it or not. But don't panic: the Buddha's laid out exactly how that change is going to happen. Want to be ready for it? Come along to Oxford Young Buddhists on the 10th of April!

Doors open at 6:15pm for a prompt start at 6:30pm - come along earlier if you'd like to help set up!

Future events

Stay tuned for dates up to summer 2026!

Get in contact with us

There is no question too silly or small! Please also let us know if there’s anything we can do to make it easier for you to join us at our events.

https://www.instagram.com/oxfordtriratna/

oxfordyoungbuddhists@gmail.com

Join our email list

So you can stay up to date with everything we’re getting up to. We’ll email you with news and details about upcoming events.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do you run events in person?

Yes, our Friday nights and community action days are all in person

Do I need to book?

It's a drop-in class so you're welcome to join on the evening itself. If it's your first time, you might want to arrive around 6.15pm to get comfy.

How much does it cost?

We run all our events by donation so feel free to give as much as you like, or nothing at all.

Is this right for me?

Our activities are not suitable for everyone. Buddhism and meditation bring us face-to-face with deep questions about our lives, which can sometimes be uncomfortable. If you’re in any doubt about whether now’s the right time for you to come along, email us at oxfordtriratna@gmail.com.

What can I expect?

You'll be welcomed at the door, and guided through to the room we use as a shrine room by one of our team. They'll show you where you can put your coat and shoes, and where the toilets are.

If you arrive before 6.15pm you might be invited to join in with setting up the room.

Everyone's friendly and approachable - so feel free to ask questions or strike up a conversation.

What seating options are there?

You can sit on a chair, or on top of firm cushions or wooden stools on floor mats. Unless you're familiar with sitting still on the floor for more than 20 minutes, we recommend you use a chair.

Is there any etiquette I need to know about (I don't want to offend anyone!)?

We're not easily offended, so don't worry! At the same time, when entering the shrine room we will ask you to switch off your devices and leave your shoes outside.