Meditation Hut One
A small, simply furnished hut set among tall trees, offering a still space for quiet sitting practice.
- Quiet, undisturbed setting
- Simple, unadorned interior
- Natural light through the day
Witheren Heights Buddhist Monastery
A Place for Stillness, Reflection and Inner Peace
Witheren Heights Buddhist Monastery is a peaceful forest sanctuary for meditation, mindfulness and Buddhist practice — home to two quiet meditation huts nestled among the trees.
Welcome
Welcome to Witheren Heights
Set in the quiet heart of a forest, Witheren Heights is a small monastery surrounded by tall trees, soft light and open sky. It is a place for those who wish to step away from noise for a while — to sit quietly, to walk slowly, and to simply be present.
Whether you are new to meditation or have practiced for years, you are welcome here. The forest itself asks little of anyone — only that you arrive gently, and perhaps leave a little quieter than you came.
Places to Sit
Simple Spaces for Deep Practice
Nestled within the forest are two quiet meditation huts, each offering a simple, undisturbed space for individual practice. They are used for meditation only.
Meditation Hut Two
A second hut tucked further into the forest, offering the same quiet simplicity for solitary reflection.
- A short walk deeper into the trees
- Stepping-stone path to the entrance
- Space for one quiet practitioner
What We Offer
Grounded in Practice, Held by Nature
A few simple things guide everything at Witheren Heights.
Meditation
A quiet place to sit, breathe and return to stillness, in the shade of the forest.
Mindfulness
Simple, present-moment awareness carried gently into daily life.
Buddhist Teachings
A grounding in traditional Buddhist practice, offered with warmth and humility.
Forest Serenity
The surrounding woodland itself as a quiet teacher of patience and impermanence.
Compassion
Meeting ourselves and others with kindness and quiet understanding.
Simplicity
Keeping life and practice uncomplicated, close to the essentials.
Glimpses
A Quiet Place, in Pictures
A few glimpses of the forest, the huts and the paths that make up Witheren Heights.
“Peace comes from within. Do not seek it without.”
“The mind is everything. What you think, you become.”
“In the end, only three things matter: how much you loved, how gently you lived, and how gracefully you let go of things not meant for you.”
Good to Know
A Few Common Questions
Do I need meditation experience to visit?
No. Witheren Heights welcomes both newcomers and experienced practitioners. All that is asked is a willingness to be quiet and present.
Is meditation guided, or self-directed?
The meditation huts are simple, self-directed spaces for individual practice. Please get in touch if you have specific questions about visiting.
Can I stay overnight at the monastery?
Overnight accommodation is not currently offered. Witheren Heights is a day-visit sanctuary for meditation and quiet reflection.
How do I plan a visit?
Please reach out through our Contact page before visiting, so that we may welcome you properly.