A VACANT town centre mill will be turned into Burnley’s first Buddhist temple.
Plans have been approved to convert Brunside Mill, in Parker Street, into a place of worship.
The proposal also includes a cafe and shop on the site, last used as a carpet and furniture showroom by. The application, in the name of Buddha Land’s resident teacher Gen Kelsang Paljin said it would be used for prayers, meditation and workshops.
He said: “The aim is to provide a spiritual refuge where everyone, Buddhists and non-Buddhist, can feel part of a supportive community.”
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