Events Calendar 2026 (B.E.2569)
Welcome to the 2026 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 2026 a year of togetherness, joy, and cultural harmony.
24-25 May 2026
Moreton Camping Festival
Camping Ticket: £40 Day Ticket: £10 Children under 15: Free
Monks and volunteers from Wat Phra Srisanphet are invited to run soft drink shop, lucky dip and blessing service.
Venue: Moreton House, Dorset DT2 8RH
More information, please contact Silalai Thamna
31 May 2026
Visakhapuja Day
We warmly invite all devotees to join the Visākha Pūjā Day celebration at the temple, commemorating the Buddha’s birth, enlightenment and passing away (Parinibbāna) on the full moon day of the 6th lunar month. The programme includes group chanting, meditation, alms-giving ceremony, Dhamma reflection, and candlelit circumambulation around the Buddha Statue.
All are welcome to attend and make merit together.
19 Jul 2026
Vessantara Sermon
Fear Hall, Keynsham BS31 1DQ
We warmly invite devotees to sponsor the Vessantara Jātaka Sermon, an act of great generosity. Your sponsorship helps repay the temple’s loan, supports our community, and creates lasting merit for yourself and your loved ones.
Free food to be provided between 12-1 pm.
Free parking all day at Ashton Way Car Park.
30 Jul 2026
Asalhapuja Day Buddhist Lent
We warmly invite all devotees to join the Asalha Pūjā Day celebration at the temple, commemorating the Buddha’s first sermon. The programme includes chanting, meditation, Dhamma reflection, and candlelit circumambulation around the Buddha Statue.
All are welcome to attend and make merit together.
1-2 Aug 2026
60th Anniversary Celebration of Buddhapadipa Temple
In 2026, the Buddhapadipa Temple joyfully celebrates its 60th Anniversary, marking six decades of Theravāda Buddhist presence in the United Kingdom. Founded in 1966 as the first Thai Buddhist temple in Britain, the Temple has served as a spiritual home for generations of practitioners and as a bridge between Thai and British communities.
As an affiliated temple, all monks from Wat Phra Sri Sanphet are cordially invited to participate in this significant and historic occasion.
08 Nov 2026
Kathina Robe Offering Loykrathong Fest
Fear Hall, Keynsham BS31 1DQ
We warmly invite all members to attend the Kathina Robe Offering Ceremony at a rented venue from 10.00 am to 3.00 pm, followed by the Loy Krathong Festival with cultural performances and entertainment from 5.00 pm onwards. These events also support fundraising to repay the temple’s loan.
Free parking all day at Ashton Way Car Park