Triratna Buddhist Community (west London)
Also known as: Friends of the Western Buddhist Order (west London), West London Buddhist Centre
Encouraging and providing facilities for practice and teaching of Buddhism and meditation, yoga and other bodywork. Offering retreats. School visits. Teaching meditation in local colleges and other institutions. Providing financial and other support for members of the Triratna Buddhist Order & other duly ordained Buddhists. Facilities for healing therapies. Bookshop. Library.
Activities & Mission
Encouraging and providing facilities for practice and teaching of Buddhism and meditation, yoga and other bodywork. Offering retreats. School visits. Teaching meditation in local colleges and other institutions. Providing financial and other support for members of the Triratna Buddhist Order & other duly ordained Buddhists. Facilities for healing therapies. Bookshop. Library.
Grants
Triratna Buddhist Community (west London) makes grants as part of its work.
- Gives grants to
- organisations and individuals
- Total spending (2025)
- £182,240
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- the general public
- What it supports
- religious activities
As recorded with the Charity Commission. To ask about applying, use the contact details and check the trustees and latest accounts below.
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Financial Information
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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 | £214,915 | £182,240 | 0 / 5 | |||
| 2024 | £165,058 | £162,242 | 0 / 10 | |||
| 2023 | £114,152 | £143,110 | 0 / 10 | |||
| 2022 | £98,331 | £138,510 | 0 / 40 | |||
| 2021 | £115,944 | £150,022 | 0 / 22 |
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Frequently asked questions about Triratna Buddhist Community (west London)
What does Triratna Buddhist Community (west London) do?
Encouraging and providing facilities for practice and teaching of Buddhism and meditation, yoga and other bodywork. Offering retreats. School visits. Teaching meditation in local colleges and other institutions. Providing financial and other support for members of the Triratna Buddhist Order & other duly ordained Buddhists. Facilities for healing therapies. Bookshop. Library.
How much income did Triratna Buddhist Community (west London) report in 2025?
Triratna Buddhist Community (west London) reported total income of £215k and reported expenditure of £182k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Triratna Buddhist Community (west London) registered as a charity?
Triratna Buddhist Community (west London) was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 9 July 1976 as charity number 271591. It has been registered for 50 years.
Who runs Triratna Buddhist Community (west London)?
Triratna Buddhist Community (west London) is governed by a board of 5 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Triratna Buddhist Community (west London) operate?
Triratna Buddhist Community (west London) operates in London, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Triratna Buddhist Community (west London) a registered charity?
Yes — Triratna Buddhist Community (west London) is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 271591.
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Trustees
Also governs 1 other charity
Also Known As
- Friends of the Western Buddhist Order (west London)
- West London Buddhist Centre
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 26 October 2026
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