About

Cittaviveka is a monastery in the lineage of the Thai Forest Tradition of Theravada Buddhism.  It was established in 1979 by Ajahn Chah and Ajahn Sumedho, who was the first abbot. Ajahn Sumedho now lives at Amaravati, north of London, and the current abbot is Ajahn Sucitto who was born in London in 1949 and became a bhikkhu in 1976.  The resident community comprises some 20-25 monks, nuns and novices, as well as lay guests.  Please read below for more details. 

Buddha, Dhamma and Sangha: The Triple Gem
A Living Transmission
The Tradition Spreads – India to West Sussex
Chithurst House And Dhamma Hall
Facilities for Women: Rocana And Aloka
Hammer Wood
Our Practice: Going Forth A Moment at a Time