Cherish is an interspiritual sanctuary in the heart of Christchurch's central city, on Bealey Avenue. It is open to anyone, with no expectation of payment, and it describes itself as a place to come home to and to rest. It is a registered charity, so donations can be claimed for donation tax credits.
The space offers a quiet meditation room, a lounge and library, and a cup of tea for anyone who drops in. Public sessions are listed on the timetable, and a 1pm meditation is held most days, followed by a cuppa and a chat. Private sessions can be booked by contacting the team. The centre also offers classes, and the team represents a range of spiritual and healing pathways, from meditation to therapies and support. Cherish also has resources for people who want to rest and reflect.
Cherish sits among the city's other community spaces. The Mary Potter Community Centre is 0.4 km away and the St Albans Community Centre is 0.9 km away, with a 4.6 rating from 94 reviews. Cherish is the only one of the three that is an interspiritual sanctuary with a meditation room.
Cherish is at 52 Bealey Avenue, in the Christchurch Central City.
Our pick in the central city for an hour of stillness with a cup of tea and a book from the library.