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This
special New Kadampa Tradition temple, at Manjushri Buddhist Centre
just outside Ulverston, was the first of its kind to be built in
Britain.
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History
of Conishead Priory
Conishead Priory, as it's known, is situated in wooded grounds on
the shores of Morecambe Bay.
The
priory was founded as a hospital by Augustinian monks from Furness
Abbey in the 12th century.
It
was reconstructed to be a residence from 1820. Since
then, it has twice reverted to its original use as a hospital: as
a sanatorium for miners and as a wartime hospital for wounded soldiers.
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Detail
from artwork inside the temple
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About
the centre
Today,
the centre caters for all, from those seeking ways to reduce the
strains of daily life, to those dedicating their lives to the Buddhist
path.
There
is a resident community of 95, including a number of ordained monks
and nuns.
When
to visit:
The centre's grounds are open all year round.
The temple is open at weekends all year round.
The whole centre is closed to the public for two Buddhist festivals,
usually in June and August. Check the website before visiting.
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Tankha
painting showing Buddhas and Bodhisattvas
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Contact
details:
Manjushri Mahayana Buddhist Centre
Conishead Priory
Ulverston
Cumbria
LA12 9QQ
Tel: 01229 584029
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