Dzogchen Beara is a Tibetan Buddhist Retreat centre under the spiritual direction of Sogyal Rinpoche, author of The Tibetan Book of Living and Dying. Registered as a Charitable Trust in Ireland, it is the long-term retreat centre for Rigpa - an international network of Buddhist Centres.
The Centre is situated on the wild and beautiful Beara Peninsula in south-west Ireland, and sits high on cliffs overlooking the Atlantic Ocean with breathtaking views of sea and sky. Many Tibetan masters, and almost everyone who visits, comment on the extraordinary qualities of Dzogchen Beara - its beautiful natural environment and atmosphere of profound peace which comes from deep spiritual practice. We welcome everyone, from all walks of life and of any faith or none, and offer many different ways to visit Dzogchen Beara.
Daily Meditation Classes
Visitors and guests are welcome to attend the daily classes which offer a basic introduction to Buddhist meditation; guided meditations for developing Loving Kindness, and, on Saturday evenings, meditation and video teachings by Sogyal Rinpoche.
Retreats with Sogyal Rinpoche
Weekend and longer retreats with Sogyal Rinpoche and other eminent Tibetan masters.
Student-led Retreats
A public programme of weekend retreats offering introductions to the practices of meditation, loving kindness and compassion.
Rest and RenewalQuiet
breaks in cottage and hostel accommodation.
For Rigpa Students
7-Day Ngondro Accumulation Retreats, personal retreats in a cottage at Dzogchen Beara, long-term secluded retreats. Sangha members are also welcome to stay in the hostel or a cottage and join the Sangha for daily group practice.
