Welcome

Since 1993, the Global Retreat Centre near Oxford has welcomed thousands of people from across the world. The Centre offers residential and one-day retreats, as well as lectures, seminars and courses on meditation, personal growth and spiritual development.

It is administered by the Brahma Kumaris World Spiritual University UK – a registered charity since 1975. Around the world the Brahma Kumaris work in local communities in more than 120 countries, teaching Raja Yoga Meditation as a way of life to experience peace of mind and a positive approach to life. Locally, our services are offered via an extensive network of professional trained volunteers, right in the heart of communities.

Upcoming Events

In House

Outreach

The Next Outreach Event Is:

Weekly Guided Meditations via Zoom

Meeting ID: 880 4510 3731 Passcode: 301466

Other Events

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Based on 117 Reviews
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Dipi Goswami
December 9, 2024

Brahmakumaris world spiritual university organisations uplift souls from sorrow. Whenever I do their meditation, it makes me calm and peaceful. I always enjoy going there. Their peaceful environment uplifts you . Thank you

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Anna
November 30, 2024

A wonderful relaxing place for free talks and insights of how to manage your daily meditation. The mansion is set in many acres of gorgeous peaceful, pretty gardens. Tone yo reflect

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CWeiss Cristy
September 24, 2024

Extraordinary place with a vibrant atmosphere and a vivid nature and beauty beyond imagination. The energy in the whole environment is so positive and healing.

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Didier Vignot
September 8, 2024

Accueil chaleureux. Propreté intérieure et magnifiques jardins. Lieu de calme propice à la médiation.

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Sanja Hajdukov
July 24, 2024

I participated in the "Call of the Time" program in May. It was one of the best experiences of my life. I met excellent instructors and colleagues, made new friends, and, perhaps most importantly, refreshed some of my knowledge, gained new perspectives on the world, and adopted some new life habits. I commend everyone involved: the wonderful people who welcomed us, the instructors, the accommodations, the food, and the exceptional treatment we received. "Call of the Time" brought a lot of happiness and relaxation into my life.

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Saravana G
July 19, 2024

It’s a piece of heaven ok earth. Truly grateful to have a place like this. Thank you. Thank you Thank you

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leysa henderson
July 4, 2024

The global retreat offers you a place of wisdom and calmness. Every course I have been on here has given me food for growth. I can’t recommend this place highly enough.

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Martin North
July 2, 2024

Top place lovely friendly staff and very welcoming and accommodating even going the extra mile to help you I found my visiting of global retreat Excellent and exciting the place is beautiful lovely grounds i was only meant to go to a few lessons found my self hooked what more can I say I don't look at life the same since my visits to global retreat a big clap to all the staff there really amazing what a lovely service they are providing for everyone with there teachings of raja yoga have even calmed me down Big thank you 5 stars don't seem enough Should get 20 stars ;) well done all of you at the centre keep up the good work you really are making a difference a big thank you

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Pete Duckworth
June 30, 2024

Always good to meditate with the Brahma Kumaris.

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June 21, 2024

Set in beautiful countryside, the retreat is a welcoming venue for mindfulness, meditation and self reflection. Lots of different sessions are held here, an interesting place.

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Paresh Khakharia
May 7, 2024

Great vibrations most wonderful centre and as usual everyone is ever so helpful and friendly beautiful grounds and gardens. Great events and Amazing place to meditate. Thank you for continued help in my quest to become a better me.

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Chitra Hardowar
May 6, 2024

A feel of heaven and angels ❤️

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mandy winrow
April 12, 2024

I’ve been to two retreats at Global retreat centre. I stayed over two night on one retreat. I just want to say that it was 5* accommodation and wonderful food.. the talks were full of BKs wisdom and lighthearted fun. I came away feeling lighter in my heart and soul. I really changed my outlook on a lot of parts of my life and really feel grateful that this charity is doing such great retreats. The BKs work tirelessly and quietly in community all over the world.. empowering people to be the best versions of themselves. If you haven’t experienced this, yet, check out the schedule and book onto a day retreat.. excellent!

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November 13, 2023

Tranquil

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Debbie Miller
November 9, 2023

I really love visiting GRC. There is such a peaceful, calm unhurried vibe here. I always feel more connected to myself and others after my visit. The teachings are so honest and full of love. It's my happy place. Thank you all at GRC for making a committrment to serve mankind. 🙏

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Elizabeth T
August 26, 2023

Life changing meditation course over 4 Wednesdays in August 23 with Mina. Cannot recommend this enough for beginners or experienced meditators

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Ann Clark
August 25, 2023

Have so much enjoyed the wonderful peaceful gardens at GRC and everyone I have met there has been kind and welcoming.

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Jamila Bernat
August 7, 2023

I love GRC anyway because it is my new birth place. Now that it has been refurbished, I would give 7 stars - if possible. I felt filled with a soft & gentle feeling of contentment and peace.

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Bexsi
July 30, 2023

Was fortunate of being invited to their open day after a long wait for a full refurbishment to be completed! what a remarkable day, nice to see the sisters again, a joyous occasion, meditation maze was enlightening, wishing tree, self worth mirrors, talks, literature, and much more, all very inspiring. I have been here many times on day retreats, found to be calming, soul searching in such a peaceful enviournment, The sisters are pure love, I love them dearly

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Daksh Kumar
July 30, 2023

Wondering if this place exists on this earth in this time, I thought it's only during the Golden Age...

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tarun juneja
July 25, 2023

Peace and calm place. Very close to nature

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Marrio Mapanao
July 18, 2023

Oxford is not only known for the international acclaimed academic institution and as the headquarters of an international development NGO also. By its countryside is a global retreat centre of an international renowned spiritual university. Have been in virtual regular contact since long way before its essential renovations. On top of wish list for actual physical in person visit.* Marrio Mapanao, Mindanao, Philippines

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Evelyne Wiltshire
July 14, 2023

Lovely place, nice and peaceful.

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Kira Patel
July 13, 2023

A very peaceful location with large grounds and an all round tranquil atmosphere. A must visit if in Oxford

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A beautiful place in door and out door. Stunning gardens and old building full of history. Place where you can have peaceful experience and be in a relaxing atmosphere.

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Shreyak Tiwari
July 11, 2023

This is a very cute mansion in hearts of Oxford countryside. Entering into the place you could sense peace and calmness. If you are coming to Oxford I would highly recommend to visit this place. It is not only very beautiful and majestic but magical too with spiritual powers in the air.

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Deepak Goyal
July 11, 2023

Must visit 🧚🏿‍♂️ …

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Diya Goyal
July 11, 2023

I went here pre-covid and found myself having the best weekend. It felt great to recharge myself and met some amazing people along the way! Would recommend this to anyone and everyone!!

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Vanlatta Vadher
July 11, 2023

Amazing place to visit with lots of positive divine energy surrounding the retreat Center rejuvenate oneself, definitely have to visit to experience this wonderful powerful retreat in Oxford

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Bhavnna Badiyani
July 10, 2023

Absolutely amazing vibes. Highly recommend to anyone who is looking recenter & reconnect with themselves.

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kalvinder legha
July 10, 2023

A very beautiful and serene place ideal for meditative walks . The organisation offers many events and classes for empowering and nurturing our inner strengths all FREE.

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Amita Heeralall
July 10, 2023

A beautiful place set on wonderful grounds. The house is used to offer positive thinking courses and hosts many retreats. Open to the public free of charge. It is worth going here. The people are so lovely and accommodating. Feels like home.

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Jatin Pabari
July 10, 2023

One of the best place in the world to explore, experience and empower our own self. They say "Seeing is Believing", I do not have words to describe anything and everything about this place.

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lacky c
July 10, 2023

An amazing place!! Great for retreats.. to refresh and re-energise again. The meditation sessions are superb and the grounds and the new refurbishments inside are truly magical! A must-go if you havn't been!

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Pearl Jordan
July 10, 2023

If you are looking for a most spiritually uplifting experience and a place of complete welcome, care and love. This is it!

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Harpal Legha
July 9, 2023

A unique place to experience peace, harmony and unity.

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Bhawna Babbar
July 9, 2023

Power house of vibrations. My little one was so happy and different child in a nice way the minute she entered the place.

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Tanuja Lohani
July 9, 2023

Amazing place for a positive and true self transformation !!👌👌👏👏❤

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Achal Vinod
July 9, 2023

An open to all university with the curriculum of becoming a better version of ourselves and where success is guaranteed!

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Thushi Siva
July 9, 2023

The atmosphere of this place very calm. The sisters and brothers whom live there are very helpful towards vistors who come. The nature surrounding the place makes it a great place to meditate and get your mind off things .

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URMILA SINGH
July 9, 2023

Should visit this nature’s beauty once at least in a lifetime and connect with God.Absolute bliss.

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It’s a great place to be with nature and be yourself , away from the city .enjoyed the meditation experience.would like to visit more often.

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Fiona Ryder
July 9, 2023

If you are looking for a beautiful, peaceful experience and you need some time out to make sense of your life then this is absolutely the place to go. The grounds are beautiful and there are courses and retreats run from the house itself which are second to none in helping make sense of this chaotic world. All activities are offered free of charge as a service to the community and you will be met with a warm and understanding smile.

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ShivShakti
July 9, 2023

Lovely place to visit and experience the beauty of being with yourself. Peaceful atmosphere, beautiful surroundings and lovely teachers!

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Rosemary Turner
July 9, 2023

To enjoy this venue go to the website and book for the opportunity to visit the Palladian Mansion and beautiful grounds plus be entertained in many ways! 23/7/23 open day is a must.

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Fabio Pinto
July 9, 2023

Incredible place, wonderful experience

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anita Masand
July 9, 2023

I love The Global Retreat centre place very much. It has really powerful inspirational vibrations, I feel very peaceful, relaxed and overall well-being.The grounds are so beautiful , with amazing views of nature , the beautiful colourful flowers ,trees and river views. Feels we are in paradise. Definitely recommend this place.

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Suparna Basu
July 9, 2023

GRC is a world of Beauty, Peace, Joy. There are smiles on everyone's faces, awesome gardens and a deep sense of belonging and love experienced in the company of all those who live in, and visit GRC.

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Shiv
July 9, 2023

A must visit spiritual place for a peaceful journey of life.

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Pavan Kumar
July 9, 2023

It's an absolutely fabulous place to relax recharge in suc beautiful grounds. Everyone is so welcoming and super helpful. Highly recommended to visit when you can.

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Preedawan Buranarungruengkij
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May 29, 2024

great place. peaceful vibe. people with golden heart. Love it. highly recommended.

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Alexandra Smith
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February 26, 2020

A place of Love and Acceptance

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Inci Özşendil
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January 19, 2020

Bu dünyaya ölmek ve yeni bir yaşama merhaba demek mümkün. Üstelik bunu yapabileceğiniz bir de cennet mevcut. Ben bir ay kadar sefasını sürdüm, yenilendim ve şifalandım. Kısmetinizde varsa size de nasip olsun dilerim.

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Shyam Sunder Grover
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January 11, 2020

*****5STAR. Global Retreat Center Posts are about to 🎇God. ❤️🎇❤️Excellent Posts.

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BK Kana Gopal
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December 7, 2019

I have only the fondest memories of the place. Too many to share.

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Pauline Dolan
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February 1, 2019

If your lost, you will find yourself here.

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Rick Graham
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March 31, 2018

I have been coming here more years than I care to think about- it's a wonderful place, with even more wonderful people. I have always had difficulty meditating before I came here, and they sorted that out for me no problem. I can never thank you enough- especially Matthew, who was really helpful.

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Ajentheran Sreeharan
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January 25, 2018

Thought for Today

Silence Calms Your Heart

Silence calms your heart. It is a balm that heals the wounds of the soul. It strengthens the spirit and takes you to a world without sound where peace reigns.

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Recorded Talks

Thursday Evening Talks

Brahma Kumaris UK - Global Retreat Centre

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Audio Booklet

The Secrets of a Peacemaker

Read by Manda Patel