THE seventh reincarnation of one of Buddhism's greatest spiritual teachers is to meditate in Hay-on-Wye.

Posters around the town show a cross-legged Very Venerable Mingyur Rinpoche, said to be the reincarnation of the revered Yonge Mingyur Dorje Trakpo. The event follows a private visit to Hay in 2002. Known as Rinpoche, he will give two days of teachings based on Buddhist meditation techniques.

Hay parish priest, Father Richard Williams, has agreed to the town's parish hall being used for the event.

Teachings will take place on September 9 and 10 between 10am and 4.30pm. For further information contact Karma Naro on 01497 847121.