INFO DESK

Is located in the main building, just inside the main entrance. Visit the info desk for all general enquiries and to report any maintenance, household, or security concerns. Open 8am to 10pm daily (closed during Temple session times).

ASSISTED NEEDS

If you have notified us in advance of your assisted needs, we have tried our best to accommodate them wherever possible. If you require further assistance, please go to the info desk.

FIRST AID

First Aid Room is located in the front circle (see festival map for location).

During the night, you can contact first aid in a number of ways:

• via the night warden on the first floor of the main building (top of the main stairs to the right and through the glass doors)
• security person based in the Temple
• go directly to the First Aid Room (see map) and ring the door bell

LOST PROPERTY & UNATTENDED BAGS

Lost property is located next to the luggage tent in the front circle. All unattended bags will be taken to the luggage tent.  Note, we cannot accept responsibility for any loss or damage to visitor’s property.

PARKING

All cars parked onsite must display a valid Festival Parking Permit. All standard parking is in the field carpark with the exception of vans, campervans and pre-booked disabled parking (limited spaces). No vans or campervans are allowed in the field. Upon arrival, please follow the directions of the car parking stewards.

TAXI DROP OFF/PICK UP

Is in the front circle.  For the smooth and safe movement of vehicles and people, please follow the directions of the festival marshalls when being picked-up / dropped off.

QUIET ZONE

There is a quiet zone in the tent opposite the World Peace Cafe that is a dedicated space for people who need somewhere to be quiet away, from the crowds. Please respect this space and follow the guidelines posted in the tent.

MUSIC

To avoid disturbing others, musical instruments are not permitted.  Please use headphones if listening to music.

QUIET TIME

After 10.30pm please be mindful that people are trying to sleep. Please be as quiet as possible near accommodation areas including the campsite, and be aware that sound travels.

FIRE SAFETY

If you discover a fire, sound the alarm immediately. If you hear the fire alarm, proceed immediately to the Fire Assembly Point in the Field Car Park (Day) or Temple (night). Please follow the instructions of the Festival Marshalls and Fire Wardens.

Important: please read fire procedures and assembly instructions posted throughout the buildings, especially in your accommodation. Familiarise yourself with your nearest fire exit.

No naked flames. Do not burn candles or incense, or use portable cooking equipment anywhere onsite. No smoking (including e-cigarettes) or intoxicants allowed onsite.

ELECTRICAL FIRE HAZARD

Faulty electrical appliances increase the risk of fire, for this reason a mobile charging stations are provided in the covered seating area on the front circle (see Coffee to Go on the map) and in a small gazebo on the upper lawn of the Food Court near the Temple entrance.  Electronic devices should not be charged elsewhere, any devices which are found charging in other public spaces will be removed for safety reasons. Use of personal electrical appliances such as kettles and irons is not permitted.

DANGER IN THE BAY

When visiting the beach do not walk on the sands. Due to fast tides, quicksand, and deep channels, lives have been lost. The beach is closed from 10.30pm.

WOODLAND SAFETY

Due to ongoing woodland management, please only camp in the designated areas. If you camp outside of these, for your own safety, you will be asked to move your tent.

VALUABLES & UNATTENDED LUGGAGE

Please do not leave any item of luggage unattended. Unattended bags should be reported immediately to the Info Desk. All unattended bags will be removed. Please look after your valuables at all times, and do not leave any valuables in your tent or marquee dormitory.

BARRIER

There will be a checkpoint at the barrier on the main drive from Friday 26 July. To prevent delays please show your pass when you arrive on-site. Only vehicles displaying an MKMC resident, disabled parking, van or campervan permit will be allowed beyond the barrier.

CYCLIST SAFETY

The main road as you exit Manjushri Centre is busy with fast moving traffic. Please be aware and, especially when riding at night, use a headlight and reflective safety gear. Accidents have happened on this road.

ALL SESSIONS WILL BE HELD AT THE TEMPLE

For the empowerment, the Temple doors will open 30 minutes before the start of the session to enable everyone to be seated. Please follow the guidance of the Temple stewards when taking your seat.

For all other sessions, please arrive at least 10 minutes before the scheduled start time (doors will open 20 minutes prior).

You will need to show your pass each time you enter the Temple.

Taking photos, videos or audio recordings during sessions is not permitted, however, you are welcome to do so outside of session times.

During sessions, please ensure your phone is off or on silent mode.

For fire and health & safety reasons, large bags are not permitted in the Temple - please leave them in the luggage tent.

TRANSLATION / ASSISTED LISTENING

Please only sit in this section of the Temple if you have pre-booked translation.

VIDEO LINKS

A Family Video Link is on the bottom lawn in the family area. There is also a video link for families with young children in the Chapel in the main building. These video links are for children and their nominated care givers only. Children must be supervised by a responsible adult at all times.

A Quiet Zone Video Link is provided in the tent opposite the World Peace Cafe. This space is specifically for those people in need of a less-stimulating sensory environment. Please respect the guidelines signed within this tent.

CHILDREN

Children 3 years and under are not permitted in the Temple during meditation, teaching or retreat sessions. They are welcome to attend pujas. A video link for children and nominated carers is provided - see above.

SADHANAS

We will use the following sadhanas in the sessions. Sadhanas can be purchased from the Tharpa shop.

Fri 26 July
Introduction: Prayers for Meditation

Sat 27 July
Morning Meditations: Prayers for Meditation
Empowerment: Long Requesting Mandala, Request to the Holy Spiritual Guide
Wishfulfilling Jewel with Tsog: Wishfulfilling Jewel Puja, Request to the Holy Spiritual Guide

Sun 28 July
Morning Meditation: The Great Mother
Morning Teaching: Prayers for Meditation, Long Requesting Mandala, Request to the Holy Spiritual Guide
Afternoon Teaching: Prayers for Meditation
Wishfulfilling Jewel with Tsog: Wishfulfilling Jewel Puja, Request to the Holy Spiritual Guide

Mon 29 July
Morning Meditation: The Great Mother
Teachings: Prayers for Meditation
Wishfulfilling Jewel with Tsog: Wishfulfilling Jewel Puja, Request to the Holy Spiritual Guide

Tue 30 July
Morning Meditation: The Great Mother
Morning Teaching: Prayers for Meditation
Afternoon Teaching: Prayers for Meditation, Long Thanking Mandala, Request to the Holy Spiritual Guide
Wishfulfilling Jewel with Tsog: Wishfulfilling Jewel Puja, Request to the Holy Spiritual Guide

Wed 31 July
All Retreat Sessions: The Great Mother

Thu 1 August
Retreat Sessions 6-9: The Great Mother
Final Retreat Session: The Great Mother, Request to the Holy Spiritual Guide

Fri 2 August
Free Day

Sat 3 August
Morning Meditation: Prayers for Meditation
Morning Teaching: Prayers for Meditation, Long Requesting Mandala, Request to the Holy Spiritual Guide
Afternoon Teaching: Prayers for Meditation
Wishfulfilling Jewel with Tsog: Wishfulfilling Jewel Puja, Request to the Holy Spiritual Guide

Sun 4 August
Morning Meditation: The Blissful Path
Teachings: Prayers for Meditation
Wishfulfilling Jewel with Tsog: Wishfulfilling Jewel Puja, Request to the Holy Spiritual Guide

Mon 5 August
Morning Meditation: The Blissful Path
Teachings: Prayers for Meditation
Wishfulfilling Jewel with Tsog: Wishfulfilling Jewel Puja, Request to the Holy Spiritual Guide

Tue 6 August
Morning Meditation: Prayers for Meditation
Morning Teaching: Prayers for Meditation
Afternoon Teaching: Prayers for Meditation, Long Thanking Mandala, Request to the Holy Spiritual Guide
Wishfulfilling Jewel with Tsog: Wishfulfilling Jewel Puja, Request to the Holy Spiritual Guide

Wed 7 August
Retreat Session 1: The Blissful Path
Retreat Sessions 2 - 5: The Uncommon Yoga of Inconceivability

Thu 8 August
Retreat Session 6: The Blissful Path
Retreat Sessions 7 - 10: The Uncommon Yoga of Inconceivability

Fri 9 August
Retreat Session 11: The Blissful Path
Retreat Sessions 12: The Uncommon Yoga of Inconceivability
Retreat Sessions 13: The Uncommon Yoga of Inconceivability, Request to the Holy Spiritual Guide

Sat 10 August
Offering to the Spiritual Guide: Offering to the Spiritual Guide, Request to the Holy Spiritual Guide

REGISTRATION

There is a dedicated registration team to assist families, you will be directed to them upon arrival at registration. They will orient you on the Festival site, family/children facilities, and health & safety.

FAMILY ACTIVITIES

The Kids Tent activities run during the 2nd sitting of lunch and supper each day. There is also a dedicated space for parent-supervised ball games and active play.

Activities are for parents to enjoy with their children, they are not a childcare facility. Volunteers leading the activities are unable to take responsibility for unaccompanied children. Children remain the responsibility of, and must be supervised by, a nominated carer/responsible adult at all times.

The schedule of activities this festival is as follows:

FAMILY CAMPING

The woodland area adjacent to the Kids Tent is reserved for families. 

DINING

Families who have booked the Festival meals in the main dining tent will be allocated to 1st sitting. There is a designated family seating area in the tent.

GENERAL SAFETY

Although it is easy to feel safe, Festivals are public events and this is a large and open site. Children must always remain the responsibility of their parents/nominated carers, and be under the supervision of a responsible adult at all times.

TEMPLE & FAMILY VIDEO LINK

Children of all ages are welcome to attend pujas in the Temple.  Children aged 3 years and under are not permitted in the Temple for teaching, meditation, or retreat sessions. There is designated family video link in the Chapel in the main building families with young children. There is also a Family Video Link on the lawn in the family area. 

ENVIRONMENTAL AWARENESS

Please be mindful of resources to help the planet and save money for the International Temples Project.

WATER

To allow everyone access to a shower, please keep your shower short. Do not leave taps running when cleaning your teeth, or at any other time.

ELECTRIC / FIRE HAZARD

Please be mindful about turning lights and air conditioning off if you are the last one to leave the room.  

Faulty electrical appliances increase the risk of fire. For this reason phone charging stations are provided in the seating tent in the front circle. Electronic devices should not be charged elsewhere. Any devices which are found charging in accommodation or public spaces will be removed for safety reasons. Use of personal electrical appliances such as kettles and irons is not permitted.

RECYCLING

It is not necessary to separate waste except for glass - you will find glass recycling bins throughout the site. All other waste is separated by our waste management company after collection. They have a zero landfill policy. All the disposables used in the dining tent, take-away kitchen, and cafes are made from either compostable or degradable materials.

Kadampa Festivals are unique volunteer-led events. Every aspect of the Festival is run entirely by volunteers – and more help is always needed. There are tasks to suit all abilities.

Our volunteer co-ordinators help keep the Festival running smoothly by matching volunteers with teams-in-need on a daily basis. The volunteering desk is located opposite Coffee to Go inside the tent on the front circle. Check out the white board there for a list of the priority tasks – if you have some time to spare, either as a one-off or on a regular basis, our volunteer co-ordinators will be happy to match you with a suitable task.

ACCOMMODATION

If you have any queries about your accommodation please go to Festival Registration in the Chapel (enter through the door under the scaffolding by the Front Circle). See Festival Timetable for opening times. 

CAMPING

Due to active woodland management, you must only camp in one of the designated areas marked out in the woodlands. If you camp outside of these areas, for your own safety, you will be asked to move your tent.

There is an emergency shelter (11pm - 7am) which is located in the kids activity tent in the Family Area (see map).

QUIET TIME

After 10.30pm please be mindful that people are trying to sleep. Please be as quiet as possible near accommodation areas including the campsite, and be aware that sound travels.

AIRPORT SHUTTLES

Airport Shuttles depart from the front circle. To ensure they depart on time, please arrive 30 minutes before the scheduled departure time to allow for loading luggage. Festival Marshalls will facilitate luggage storage and boarding, please follow their guidance.

TSOG DONATIONS

To make a donation towards the Tsog offerings during the festival follow this link. Any money not used for offerings will be donated to the International Temples Project.