The Garden of Enlightenment
Welcome to the Garden of Enlightenment & Memorial Gardens
The Garden of Enlightenment is a unique memorial garden ideally suited for quiet reflection, remembrance and meditation.
The landscaped gardens and main building house hundreds of memorial stupas and plaques, set against the tranquil backdrop of Buddhist prayer wheels, statues of the Buddha, meandering pathways, shady nooks, water features and exotic plants.
The eight large stupas on the roof of the main building depict the great deeds of the Buddha’s life, and are a memorable sight at any hour of the day, whether catching the first light of dawn or falling into late afternoon shadow.
Visiting the Gardens
Visitors are most welcome to explore the gardens, which are a ten-minute walk from the main car park or reception. Aged or disabled visitors may drive down to the gardens.
Other visitors may be visiting a loved one’s stupa, so please be aware of the garden’s main purpose. Please take responsibility for children. We ask that you dress modestly as this is a monastic community and take responsibility for children.
WATCH THIS FASCINATING AERIAL VIEW OF THE GARDENS
Stupas
Our gardens are a beautiful resting place for the ashes of a loved one, which may be placed in a stupa or niche according to your specific wishes. It is also possible to sponsor a stupa to acknowledge the kindness of others.
If you wish to organise a stupa, or another memorial for your loved one such as a commemorative tile, you can find more information in the downloadable brochure, or you’re most welcome to contact us directly to talk more about how we can help.