Dzogchen Beara

Located in one of the most inspiring locations in Ireland, Dzogchen Beara is a Tibetan Buddist Retreat Centre that welcomes visitors all year round. Drop in any day to visit Ireland’s first Tibetan Buddhist temple, savour home-baked treats, or relax in beautiful gardens with spectacular Atlantic views.

The friendly cafe offers gourmet coffees and teas, tasty snacks and delicious, vegetarian lunches, cooked with local organic ingredients. Browse selected gifts and relax with a book on the terrace with its wide ocean view.

Failte Ireland-approved self-catering accommodation includes secluded cliff-top cottages and en-suite private rooms with ocean-view conservatories.

Dzogchen Beara holds a public programme of onsite and online events based on the wisdom and compassion of Tibetan Buddhism, including retreats led by world-renowned Tibetan and Western teachers and a range of meditation weekends, most of which are suitable for beginners. You can also embark on a daily guided tour of Ireland’s first Tibetan Buddhist temple. Dharma talks take place every Tuesday evening.

The Spiritual Care Centre at Dzogchen Beara offers rooms purpose-built to provide a sense of space and ease. The centre offers guided meditations 7 days a week, Tibetan yoga, as well as mini-retreats on Monday-Wednesday-Saturday. Support for those facing life challenges, such as ill or burn-out is available on request.