Arriving

Unless otherwise arranged with the Office Steward, the best time to arrive is 4 pm (which allows you to settle in your room before tea-time). Important things to note:

• If you intend to arrive in time for the main meal at 11 am, please inform the Steward when you make your reservation.
• If possible, please avoid arriving between 5:30-6:30 am and 7-8 pm, which are our group meditation periods.
• No arrivals after 9 pm please.

Departing

The best times to depart are after the morning meal (between 7:30 and 8:30), or after the main meal (between 1:00 and 2:00). This helps to keep the monastery quiet and peaceful, and will give you a chance to see everyone before you go.

When you leave, it is expected that you will clean your quarters.