Welcome to the 2025 calendar of events at Wat Phra Srisanphet UK in Bristol! This year, we would like to invite you to join us in celebrating Thai culture, spirituality, and community through a variety of special occasions and gatherings. From vibrant festivals to serene meditation retreats, there’s something for everyone to enjoy and connect with. Let’s make 2025 a year of togetherness, joy, and cultural harmony. 

Below is the list of upcoming events to be held either at the temple or rented venue. 
 

Sunday 16th February 2025: Celebration of Magapuja Day

At Berkeley House, 14A Berkeley Gardens, Keynsham, Bristol BS31 2PN

You are warmly invited to join us for the celebration of Magha Puja Day at Wat Phra Srisanphet on Sunday, 16th February 2025, from 10:00 AM onwards. This sacred day marks a significant moment in Buddhist history, honouring the Buddha’s teachings on three major principles: not to do all evils, to cultivate goodness, and to purify one's mind. The event will include almsgiving, meditation, dhamma talks, and a candlelight procession (wien thien). Let us come together to reflect, make merit, and embrace the spirit of harmony and wisdom on this auspicious occasion. We look forward to welcoming you.

Sunday 4th May 2025: Celebration of Songkran (Thai New Year)

At Long Ashton Community Centre, 5 Keedwell Hill, Long Ashton, Bristol BS41 9DP 

(Parking on-site is available.)

You are warmly invited to celebrate the Songkran Festival with us on Sunday, 27th April 2025. Join us in welcoming the Thai New Year with traditional water blessings, cultural performances, and delicious Thai food. On this occasion, we will raise funds to repay the loans (the current outstanding loan is £275,000). Let’s come together for a day filled with joy, renewal, and community spirit. We look forward to sharing this vibrant and meaningful celebration with you!

Sunday 11th May 2025: Celebration of Visakhapuja Day (Vesak Day)

At Berkeley House, 14A Berkeley Gardens, Keynsham, Bristol BS31 2PN

You are warmly invited to join us in celebrating Visakhapuja or Vesak Day on Sunday, 11th May 2025, at the Temple. Vesak, also known as Buddha Day, commemorates the birth, enlightenment, and passing of the Buddha, making it the most sacred day in the Buddhist calendar. The celebration will include offerings, meditation, dhamma talks, and a candlelight procession (wien thien). Let us come together in gratitude and reflection to honour the Buddha’s teachings and cultivate peace and harmony. We look forward to sharing this special day with you.

Sunday 15th June 2025: Dhamma Studies Examination (Thai-English)

At Wat Sanghapadipa, Pengwern Road, Clase, Swansea SA6 7LW

Sunday 20th July 2025: Sermon on Vessantara Jataka (10:00-18:00 hours)

At the Fear Hall 30 High St, Keynsham, Bristol BS31 1DQ

Free Parking all day at Ashton Way Car Park,  Keynsham, Keynsham BS31 2UF

Dear supporters,

We are delighted to invite you to a special sermon on the Vessantara Jataka, a profound tale of boundless generosity and selflessness. This cherished Buddhist narrative offers timeless lessons on compassion and the spirit of giving, making it a perfect inspiration for our shared purpose.

This event is dedicated to raising funds to help repay the remaining loan of £275,000, which was undertaken to support the property purchase.

The Vessantara Jataka is a powerful reminder of the virtues of dana (generosity), and we hope it will inspire all of us to come together in support of this important cause. Your presence and contributions, whether through donations or by spreading the word, will help ensure that Wat Phra Srisanphet UK continues to flourish as a place of learning, mindfulness, and community.

How You Can Contribute:

• Attend the sermon and participate in the event.
• Make a donation on the day or via bank transfer, PayPal, or online donation.
• Share this invitation with friends and family to help amplify our efforts.

We sincerely hope you will join us for this meaningful occasion as we draw inspiration from the story of the Buddha's past lives and work together toward a shared goal.

With Metta (loving-kindness),
Ven. Phramaha Bhatsakorn Piyobhaso
Founding Chair of Wat Phra Srisanphet UK

Sunday 12th October 2025: Kathina Robe Offering Ceremony

Dear supporters,

It is with great joy and reverence that we invite you to join us for the Kathina Robe Offering Ceremony, a cherished tradition that marks the conclusion of the Buddhist Vassa (Rain Retreat). This auspicious event will take place:

Date: Sunday, 12th October 2025
Time: 10:00-17:00 hours
Venue: Long Ashton Community Centre, 5 Keedwell Hill, Long Ashton, Bristol BS41 9DP  

The Kathina Ceremony is a time for the community to come together in generosity and gratitude, supporting the monastic Sangha and deepening our collective spiritual practice. This year, the ceremony also serves a special purpose: raising funds to repay the remaining loan of £275,000, which was taken to support the property purchase.

Your participation and support are vital to this cause, whether through donations, contributions of goods, or simply joining us on this day of merit. Together, we can ensure that this debt is repaid and that Wat Phra Srisanphet continues to serve as a sanctuary for spiritual growth, learning, and compassion.

If you are unable to attend but wish to contribute, please feel free to donate via BACS, PayPal, or online donation.

We look forward to sharing this meaningful day with you and hope you will help us spread the word by inviting friends and family to join.

With Metta (loving-kindness),
Ven. Phramaha Bhatsakorn Piyobhaso
Founding Chair of Wat Phra Srisanphet UK