The London Buddhist Centre
Also known as: Friends of the Western Buddhist Order
The London Buddhist Centre teaches meditation and Buddhism in a way that is relevant to contemporary western life. It is a non-proselytising public centre, open to all, with no expectation of Buddhist interest / involvement. The Breathing Space programme run by the Centre teaches Mindfulness Based Approaches to help prevent relapse into depression and addiction and to manage stress and anxiety.
Activities & Mission
The London Buddhist Centre teaches meditation and Buddhism in a way that is relevant to contemporary western life. It is a non-proselytising public centre, open to all, with no expectation of Buddhist interest / involvement. The Breathing Space programme run by the Centre teaches Mindfulness Based Approaches to help prevent relapse into depression and addiction and to manage stress and anxiety.
Areas of Operation
Where this charity is registered to operate, as self-declared to the Charity Commission. These are regulatory classifications, not a list of active programmes, and don't necessarily indicate fundraising activity in each location.
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 27% of UK Health charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 1286). How is this calculated?
Higher than 17% of UK Health charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 14% of UK Health charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
Expenditure Categories
Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £1,994,869 | £2,109,861 | £1,506,683 | £4,352,995 | £589,126 | 47 / 250 |
| 2024 | £1,955,057 | £1,945,069 | £1,584,789 | £4,489,903 | £615,116 | 39 / 250 |
| 2023 | £2,229,837 | £1,658,523 | £1,470,262 | £4,520,194 | £4,486,585 | 32 / 200 |
| 2022 | £1,520,833 | £1,360,335 | £1,180,462 | £3,948,880 | £3,935,829 | 30 / 200 |
| 2021 | £1,207,492 | £974,000 | £798,620 | £3,777,382 | £2,810,105 | 29 / 200 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The London Buddhist Centre
What does The London Buddhist Centre do?
The London Buddhist Centre teaches meditation and Buddhism in a way that is relevant to contemporary western life. It is a non-proselytising public centre, open to all, with no expectation of Buddhist interest / involvement. The Breathing Space programme run by the Centre teaches Mindfulness Based Approaches to help prevent relapse into depression and addiction and to manage stress and anxiety.
How much income did The London Buddhist Centre report in 2025?
The London Buddhist Centre reported total income of £1.99m and reported expenditure of £2.11m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The London Buddhist Centre?
The London Buddhist Centre has a program ratio of 75.5%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 27% of UK Health charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 1286 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The London Buddhist Centre registered as a charity?
The London Buddhist Centre was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 20 June 1968 as charity number 255420. It has been registered for 58 years.
Who runs The London Buddhist Centre?
The London Buddhist Centre is governed by a board of 10 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The London Buddhist Centre operate?
The London Buddhist Centre operates across 3 areas: Essex, Kent and London.
Is The London Buddhist Centre a registered charity?
Yes — The London Buddhist Centre is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 255420.
Details
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Also Known As
- Friends of the Western Buddhist Order
- The London Buddhist Centre
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated