Lam Rim Restoration Project
Fundraising Priorities at Lam Rim Buddhist Centre, Wales
Securing Lam Rim’s Future
Lam Rim Wales has a special atmosphere. Set back from the fretful stir of the world, it’s a place where the spirit has flourished under the guidance of wise teachers.
Thanks to a team of dedicated trustees & volunteers, great progress has been made in opening up the centre, upgrading and refurbishing bedrooms for residential use once again!
For Lam Rim to continue it’s journey successfully into the long term future, the building needs care and attention - naturally since its 120th birthday is drawing near! It was very well-built originally but now a restoration project is greatly needed to preserve this beautiful building and our treasured Buddhist Centre.
Phase 1: Attic Dormer Window Restoration
Restoration will raise funds for the attic space with a total target of £25,000.
The two front attic dormer windows have weathered badly over the years, letting in water and causing damp, restricting the full use of the attic space. Raising £25,000 will allow the dormer windows to be fully replaced, opening up the attic bedrooms once again for course attendees and retreat spaces.
This is the last space that needs upgrading for 100% of the centre to be once again in use - we rejoice!
Match Funding
Thanks to a kind bequest, we are able to match fund up to £12,500 of all donations raised for this project, essentially doubling any donation we receive towards this total!
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We are lucky to have a great team of highly skilled, trusted builders ready and keen to do the necessary work to restore our beautiful building. They have supported Lam Rim for many years, know the building very well and appreciate its unique and special character.
So please do help this last and final space of Lam Rim to be fully opened up once again for use!
“Preserving a building is much more than just materials - in this case we are talking about a dharma centre which has helped hundreds of people meet authentic dharma in its long history and can help many more in future.”
— Geshe Tenzin Losel, Trustee
Following the incredible success of the Three Castles Walk, we are now fundraising for the remaining amount needed to complete the final stage of restoring Lam Rim Buddhist Centre — the attic refurbishment project.
Thanks to the kindness and generosity of so many people, we raised an amazing £8,159 which with match funding has already doubled to an incredible £16,318.
Thanks to further recent generous donations of £2,000 and £500, we are now at the grand total of £10,659, which, with matched funding, brings the new total to a incredible £21,318!
This means we are within reach of our overall £25,000 target. Thanks to matched funding, we only need to raise a further £1,368 to complete the total of £25,000!
Only £1,368 left to raise, thanks to matched funding!
Final Preparations
The attic space connected to the dormer windows have already been beautifully renovated internally. This final stage of the project is to fully replace the ageing dormer frames and install entirely new windows, making the space fully weatherproof and watertight for years to come.
We had a slight stall as our specialist window contact joyfully retired but we are now progressing arrangements with other window providers.
Once the refurbishment is complete, we will be able to use the space as additional single room accommodation for attendees and for personal retreats.
Help Us Reach the Final Goal
Every donation, large or small, will help us complete this final phase of restoration and reopen the attic space for future generations of practitioners and visitors. Please consider donating to helps us reach the final goal.
You can donate directly by using the button below. Please mention the purpose of the donation as Attic Refurbishment via a donation note or as part of the Reference for any BACs.
Thank you once again for your support!
Raised So Far
Phase 1: Attic Dormer Window Restoration - Where Are We Now?
Phase 2: Preserving the Rest of the Centre
Once the attic restoration is underway, our attention will turn fully to the next priority: restoring and replacing ageing windows throughout the property.
As Pentwyn Manor approaches its 120th year, many windows are showing signs of deterioration after decades of exposure to the Welsh weather. An initial review has identified a likely project cost comprising:
£5,000–£10,000 to purchase scaffolding for ongoing restoration and maintenance work. £45,000–£55,000 to restore, repair and replace windows across the main building and coach house.
These figures are based on a preliminary assessment and will be refined as detailed surveys and quotations are completed.
This work will help preserve the building, improve energy efficiency and reduce heating costs. The scaffolding will also provide long-term value, enabling volunteers and contractors to carry out regular maintenance of fascias, gutters, windows and painting, helping to reduce work costs and prevent repairs in the future.
Every improvement made helps protect Lam Rim Wales for future generations, ensuring it remains a place of refuge, learning and community for many years to come.
For any questions about restoration or donation, contact: lamrimwalesmanagers@gmail.com
Photo: Garden Buddha Statue, recently beautifully restored by Tenzin Gendun and Geshe Losel. .