UK Centre

MA Centre UK Set to Become a Reality

Ammas devotees for many years have been asking Her for a centre in the UK. Following their wishes Amma instructed her devotees to search for a suitable property, the key features being that it should be within easy reach of Heathrow and with good access to London.

Over the past few months a number of properties have been proposed and put forward for Amma’s consideration. It is with great joy we can now announce that Amma has blessed a property near Maidenhead Berkshire, which will become the MA Centre UK. As Amma directed, it is close to the M4 with excellent access to Heathrow, London and the UK generally. An offer was made on the property last week which has now been accepted by the vendors. The sale should be completed in the next 3 months so hopefully Amma will be able to visit the Centre when She passes through London.

The property is a lovely Edwardian country home on three floors located in 10 acres with a beautiful large ornamental lake in the front garden and surrounded by open countryside with access to a network of footpaths. It is not overlooked by any other house and is at the end of a country lane.

The house is in good condition with flexible accommodation well suited to our needs. It currently comprises 9 self contained apartments which will be available to devotees who wish to live at the centre. There are also 2 fully converted barns which are ready to use for satsangs, retreats and other meetings as well extensive easy parking! It is 2-3 miles from Maidenhead Railway Station 5 minutes from the M4.

The Centre will develop over time. It should be a base for Amma devotees to come together in Her name to sing, meditate, cook, garden, share in workshops and retreats. We will also aim to be part of the local community and involve local people in as many ways as possible.

The Centre will be open to anyone wanting to share in any of the activities,and everyone is encouraged to help with the running of the centre.

This is a very exciting project and we will be keeping everyone in touch with developments and how you can get involved on an ongoing basis. As soon as we have finalised the purchase, we will inform everyone of the exact location.

A key issue, of course, is ensuring that we have the funds to buy and maintain the property. As we are sure you will understand there is an urgent need for donations. Amma has expressed Her wish that the centre should be up and running as soon as possible. Therefore, we are seeking the help and support of everyone to ensure the ashram’s long-term viability. If you can help financially in any way, please let us know what donation you can offer.

Leena (Treasurer/Director) ammasleena@hotmail.co.uk or Kamal (Director) kamal@amma.org.uk

Check this site regularly for updates and progress.