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SUMMARY:Slough Rathayatra
DESCRIPTION:Sunday 17 September 2023 – Upton Court Park Walk\n\nThe Festival of Chariots\, also known as ‘Ratha Yatra’ is an ancient tradition of procession that takes place around the world\, originating in India. Filled with singing\, dancing\, colour\, and spirituality\, it is a joyous occasion for all that attend. \nFree and with something for everyone – Fun for the family\, philosophy for the spiritual-seeker\, singing & dancing for the expressive soul\, and a free delicious vegetarian meal for all the public. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	Schedule\n\n\n– Procession will start from Upton Court Park Walk (SL3 7LU)  next to car park from 12pm\n\n– Free Vegeterian feast will be served from 2pm to 3pm\n\n– Various activities planned for kids like colouring\, face painting etc\n\n– Book\, Beads\, Mantra Meditation Stalls etc\n\n\n– If you would like to help on the day or have any questions please contact Nikhil on 07424026686\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	Frequently asked questions\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat is the meaning and origin behind the Festival of Chariots / Ratha Yatra?\n\n\n\n‘Ratha Yatra’ literally translates as ‘Chariot Festival’. It is an extraordinary festival that originates in Jagannatha Puri on the east coast of India and dates back over 2\,000 years. \nKrishna\, in His most merciful form as Lord Jagannatha\, is pulled along on a large wooden cart. Lord Jagannatha is present along with His brother\, Baladeva and sister\, Subhadra. \nAt the end of the procession\, there is a big gathering of devotees with feasting\, stalls and spiritual entertainment. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWho is Lord Jagannatha?\n\n\n\nLord Jagannatha\, known as the Lord of the Universe\, is a wooden form of Krishna\, the Supreme Personality of Godhead. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat will you be singing on the day?\n\n\n\nPrimarily the Hare Krishna Maha-Mantra will be sung: \nHare Krishna Hare Krishna\nKrishna Krishna Hare Hare\nHare Rama Hare Rama\nRama Rama Hare Hare \nThe mantra is most commonly translated as\, “O Lord\, O Energy of the Lord\, please engage me in Your service.” It was popularized in the sixteenth century by Chaitanya Mahaprabhu\, and spread worldwide in the late twentieth century by Srila Prabhupada and his followers in the International Society for Krishna Consciousness. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCan anyone attend?\n\n\n\nYes\, this is free and open to everyone. Tell a friend\, bring your family\, or come on your own.
URL:https://www.krishnatemple.com/event/slough-rathayatra/
LOCATION:Upton Court Park\, Upton Court park\, Slough\, SL3 7LU
CATEGORIES:Public Festivals
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SUMMARY:Sri Krishna Janmashtami
DESCRIPTION:Thurs 7\, Sat 9\, & Sun 10 September 2023 – Free ticket required for entry\nSri Krishna Janmashtami is the appearance day of Lord Sri Krishna\, the Supreme Personality of Godhead. The birth of Lord Krishna is one of the biggest celebrations of the year\, celebrated all over the world.  \nKrishna means “the all-attractive one”. He is the cause of all causes\, the Supreme personality of the entire creation\, both material and spiritual\, He is the God of all gods\, and the Lord within everything and separate from everything at the same time. This is the day devotees celebrate His beautiful pastimes\, His presence in their lives\, taking time to remember their eternal loving relationship with Him and His presence within all of our hearts. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nClick here for details and ticket information\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDonate
URL:https://www.krishnatemple.com/event/sri-krishna-janmashtami-sun/
LOCATION:Bhaktivedanta Manor\, Hilfield Lane\, Watford\, WD258EZ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Public Festivals
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SUMMARY:Sri Krishna Janmashtami
DESCRIPTION:Thurs 7\, Sat 9\, & Sun 10 September 2023 – Free ticket required for entry\nSri Krishna Janmashtami is the appearance day of Lord Sri Krishna\, the Supreme Personality of Godhead. The birth of Lord Krishna is one of the biggest celebrations of the year\, celebrated all over the world.  \nKrishna means “the all-attractive one”. He is the cause of all causes\, the Supreme personality of the entire creation\, both material and spiritual\, He is the God of all gods\, and the Lord within everything and separate from everything at the same time. This is the day devotees celebrate His beautiful pastimes\, His presence in their lives\, taking time to remember their eternal loving relationship with Him and His presence within all of our hearts. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nClick here for details and ticket information\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDonate
URL:https://www.krishnatemple.com/event/sri-krishna-janmashtami-sat/
LOCATION:Bhaktivedanta Manor\, Hilfield Lane\, Watford\, WD258EZ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Public Festivals
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SUMMARY:Sri Krishna Janmashtami
DESCRIPTION:Thurs 7\, Sat 9\, & Sun 10 September 2023 – Free ticket required for entry\nSri Krishna Janmashtami is the appearance day of Lord Sri Krishna\, the Supreme Personality of Godhead. The birth of Lord Krishna is one of the biggest celebrations of the year\, celebrated all over the world.  \nKrishna means “the all-attractive one”. He is the cause of all causes\, the Supreme personality of the entire creation\, both material and spiritual\, He is the God of all gods\, and the Lord within everything and separate from everything at the same time. This is the day devotees celebrate His beautiful pastimes\, His presence in their lives\, taking time to remember their eternal loving relationship with Him and His presence within all of our hearts. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nClick here for details and ticket information\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDonate
URL:https://www.krishnatemple.com/event/sri-krishna-janmashtami-thurs/
LOCATION:Bhaktivedanta Manor\, Hilfield Lane\, Watford\, WD258EZ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Public Festivals
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SUMMARY:Jhulan Yatra
DESCRIPTION:27 – 31 August 2023\n\nThe five-day celebration of Jhulan at Bhaktivedanta Manor\, when Sri Sri Radha Gokulananda are placed on a swing and swung by Their devotees\, is a joyous occasion. \nDuring this special time all of us can throng to the temple and please the transcendental eternal forms of Sri Sri Radha Gokulananda. These transcendental forms of the Lord\, called Archa-Vigraha\, are installed in the temple and are non-different from Them personally. These forms are expanded by the Lord by His internal potency to facilitate the devotional service of His innumerable devotees who are in the material world. \nSince our material senses cannot perceive the spiritual nature of Sri Sri Radha Gokulananda\, They accept such Archa Vigraha apparently made of a material element such as marble\, but actually there is no material contamination. The  Supreme Personality of Godhead and His eternal consort are waiting for us to fill our hearts with transcendental happiness by serving Their beautiful transcendental forms as They swing at Bhaktivedanta Manor during Jhulan-yatra. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	Schedule\n\nMorning 7am \nEvening 4:45pm-6:15pm \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	Frequently asked questions\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWill there be parking available?\n\n\n\nYes. Free parking will be available all day. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHow do I get there?\n\n\n\nAddress Bhaktivedanta Manor Hilfield Lane Watford Sat-Nav: WD25 8HE \nNote: Entrance to temple is via Hilfield Lane only. There is no entrance to the temple through Letchmore Heath village. For driving\, use approximate driving postcode WD25 8HE and follow road signs. Do not use WD25 8EZ\, as this will lead you to a nearby village. \nFor Public Transport & Map\, please CLICK HERE
URL:https://www.krishnatemple.com/event/jhulan-yatra-2023/
LOCATION:Bhaktivedanta Manor\, Hilfield Lane\, Watford\, WD258EZ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Public Festivals
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SUMMARY:London Rathayatra
DESCRIPTION:Sunday 30 July 2023 – Hyde Park Corner\n\n“Ratha-yatra” means “chariot festival”. This celebration has been held every year for hundreds of years at Jagannatha Puri\, in Orissa on India’s east coast. There\, three huge chariots\, carrying the Deity forms of Jagannatha\, Baladeva and Subhadra\, are pulled by hand through the city streets amid loud musical performances. Millions of pilgrims come to the festival in Orissa. Jagannatha is a special and very merciful form of Krishna. \nRatha-yatra is the biggest street festival sponsored by ISKCON – and ends with a delicious\, sanctified vegetarian feast. It is celebrated by devotees of Lord Krishna all over the world and was introduced to the West by His Divine Grace A. C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada in 1967 in San Franscisco. The Ratha-yatra festivals are held at several different places across the country\, the biggest in London. \nThe London procession starts from Hyde Park Corner\, goes through Park Lane\, Piccadilly and Haymarket and finally arrives at Trafalgar Square\, where festivities continue till night. Drama\, dance\, philosophy and a feast are the highlights. \nLondon Rathayatra will take place on Sunday 30 July 2023 (www.rathayatra.co.uk) \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	Schedule\n\n12pm – Ratha-yatra parade starts from Hyde Park Corner heading for Trafalgar Square \n2-5pm – Trafalgar Square – Kirtan\, Dance\, Prasad \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	Frequently asked questions\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHow do I get there?\n\n\n\nComing by Train & Tube\nFrom any of the main London railway stations come on the Piccadilly Line and get off at Hyde Park Corner. When you come out of the tube station head for the south-east corner of the Park. The Rathayatra assembles near there so look out for the tall brightly coloured canopies of the Rath Carts. \nNational Rail Enquiries for rail information. \nComing by Road\nParking on Sunday is OK on single yellow lines in Westminster or you can stay safe with the NCP car parks. There is one just north of Trafalgar Square. Please remember there is no parking at the assembly point in Hyde Park nor any at Trafalgar Square. \nThe AA main routes and parking information. The procession assembles just inside Hyde Park -500 yards west of Hyde Park Corner. You will clearly spot the three colourful carts as you approach. There are three or four kirtan (singing and instrument) sections\, each with dancers. You can pull the ropes on the cart (which bestows liberation) but please follow the instructions of stewards and staff. The cart leaves Hyde Park promptly at mid-day and arrives at Trafalgar Square around 2.30pm. This can feel like a long journey on a hot day and a OAP van is provided at the rear of the procession for the infirm. Bring a bottle of water to refresh yourself along the way. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	Preview from previous festivals
URL:https://www.krishnatemple.com/event/rathayatra-23/
LOCATION:Hyde park Corner\, Hyde park Corner\, London\, W2 2UH\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Public Festivals
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SUMMARY:Watford Rathayatra
DESCRIPTION:Saturday 1 July 2023 – Watford High Street & Cassiobury Park\n\nThe Festival of Chariots\, also known as ‘Ratha Yatra’ is an ancient tradition of procession that takes place around the world\, originating in India. Filled with singing\, dancing\, colour\, and spirituality\, it is a joyous occasion for all that attend. \nFree and with something for everyone – Fun for the family\, philosophy for the spiritual-seeker\, singing & dancing for the expressive soul\, and a free delicious vegetarian meal for all the public. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	Schedule\n\n10am \nHarinam (Procession) starts at 10am at the Atria Watford entrance by Metro Bank (High Street) \n11am – 4pm \nProcession with the Chariot will go from and around Cassiobury Park\, finishing at the Bandstand with a feast and kirtan (starting at Rickmansworth Road entrance to the Park) \n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	Frequently asked questions\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat is the meaning and origin behind the Festival of Chariots / Ratha Yatra?\n\n\n\n‘Ratha Yatra’ literally translates as ‘Chariot Festival’. It is an extraordinary festival that originates in Jagannatha Puri on the east coast of India and dates back over 2\,000 years. \nKrishna\, in His most merciful form as Lord Jagannatha\, is pulled along on a large wooden cart. Lord Jagannatha is present along with His brother\, Baladeva and sister\, Subhadra. \nAt the end of the procession\, there is a big gathering of devotees with feasting\, stalls and spiritual entertainment. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWho is Lord Jagannatha?\n\n\n\nLord Jagannatha\, known as the Lord of the Universe\, is a wooden form of Krishna\, the Supreme Personality of Godhead. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat will you be singing on the day?\n\n\n\nPrimarily the Hare Krishna Maha-Mantra will be sung: \nHare Krishna Hare Krishna\nKrishna Krishna Hare Hare\nHare Rama Hare Rama\nRama Rama Hare Hare \nThe mantra is most commonly translated as\, “O Lord\, O Energy of the Lord\, please engage me in Your service.” It was popularized in the sixteenth century by Chaitanya Mahaprabhu\, and spread worldwide in the late twentieth century by Srila Prabhupada and his followers in the International Society for Krishna Consciousness. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCan anyone attend?\n\n\n\nYes\, this is free and open to everyone. Tell a friend\, bring your family\, or come on your own.
URL:https://www.krishnatemple.com/event/watford-rathayatra/
LOCATION:Watford Town Centre\, Watford\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Public Festivals
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SUMMARY:Appearance of Sri Nrisimhadeva
DESCRIPTION:Thursday 4 May 2023\nSri Nrisimhadeva is Lord Krishna’s incarnation as half-man\, half-lion. He is glorified\, described and explained in the Vaisnava scripture Srimad Bhagavatam. Devotees pray to this form of the Lord for protection\, not only from physical threats but also from the selfish attachments in our own hearts.  \nLord Nrisimhadeva came to protect his great devotee\, Prahlada Maharaja\, who constantly prayed to Lord Krishna despite being tortured by his father\, Hiranyakashipu. Nrsimhadeva outwitted the demon Hiranyakashipu\, who thought that he had been blessed to never die under any circumstance. \nNrisimha Caturdasi\, the appearance of Sri Nrisimhadeva is a day to pray for protection and celebrate His glories. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSchedule\n\nMorning Program in Temple Room \n4:30am – Mangal Arati\n7am – Guru Puja\n7.30am – Deity darshan\n7:45am – Harinama to Sri Krishna Haveli with Srila Prabhupada and Gaura Nitai Deities \nProgram in Sri Krishna Haveli \n8am – Words of welcome by Visakha Dasi\n8:10 am – Drama by Junior Bhaktivedanta Players\n8:30am – Songs glorifying Lord Nrisimhadeva by the Gurukula Kids\n8:50am – Class by Atmanivedana Swami\n10am – Narasimha Kavach Yajna\n11:30am – Local Harinam \nEvening program in Sri Krishna Haveli \n4pm – Welcome by Visakha Dasi and Kirtan\n4.15pm – Drama by Bhaktivedanta Players\n5pm – Abhishek of Nrisimhadeva\n6pm – Feast \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLive Broadcast \nThis program will be broadcast live\nFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/bhaktivedantamanor/live/\nYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/Krishnatemple/live \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDonate\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	Frequently asked questions\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWill there be parking available?\n\n\n\nYes. Free parking will be available all day. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHow do I get there?\n\n\n\nThe best way  to get to the Manor is to drive. If you are using google maps\, search for ‘Bhaktivedanta Manor\, Watford’ and follow directions. If you are using a SatNav\, use approximate driving postcode WD25 8HE and follow road signs to ‘Hare Krishna Temple’. Do not use WD25 8EZ on your SatNav\, as this will lead you to Letchmore Heath village through which there is no access to the Temple. The only entrance to temple is via Hilfield Lane. \nAddress\nBhaktivedanta Manor\nHilfield Lane\nWatford\nSat-Nav: WD25 8HE \nFor Public Transport & Map\, please click the link below \nTravel information\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHow do I donate towards the festival?\n\n\n\nThank you for thinking of donating! Please click the link below to donate \nDonate here\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	Preview from previous festivals
URL:https://www.krishnatemple.com/event/narasimha-2023/
LOCATION:Bhaktivedanta Manor\, Hilfield Lane\, Watford\, WD258EZ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Public Festivals
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SUMMARY:Appearance of Srimati Sita Devi
DESCRIPTION:Saturday 29 April 2023\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	Schedule\n\n4:30am – Mangal Arati \n7:00am – Deity darshan \n7:10am – Guru Puja \n7:45am – Class by Visakha devi dasi \n9:00am – Breakfast Feast \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	Frequently asked questions\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWill there be parking available?\n\n\n\nYes. Free parking will be available all day. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHow do I get there?\n\n\n\nAddress Bhaktivedanta Manor Hilfield Lane Watford Sat-Nav: WD25 8HE \nNote: Entrance to temple is via Hilfield Lane only. There is no entrance to the temple through Letchmore Heath village. For driving\, use approximate driving postcode WD25 8HE and follow road signs. Do not use WD25 8EZ\, as this will lead you to a nearby village. \nFor Public Transport & Map\, please CLICK HERE \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	Preview from previous festivals
URL:https://www.krishnatemple.com/event/sita-devi-23/
LOCATION:Bhaktivedanta Manor\, Hilfield Lane\, Watford\, WD258EZ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Public Festivals
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SUMMARY:Rama Navami (Sunday Festival)
DESCRIPTION:Sunday 2 April 2023\n\nDue to the bad weather our fields can not be used for parking\, so we have limited parking and tickets. Please use our bus to visit.\nLord Rama is a powerful incarnation of the Supreme Personality of Godhead\, manifesting as an ideal king. He appeared in the Treta-yuga\, more than two million years ago.  \nDuring His activities while on Earth\, Lord Rama demonstrated high moral values and acted as the perfect son\, student\, brother\, husband and King.  His extraordinary adventure is marvellously depicted  in the famous epic The Ramayana. \nThe Rama Navami celebration observes the birth of Lord Rama\, and is one of the most auspicious days in the Vaisnava calendar. \nDarshan: 10am-9:30pm \nTickets will be required for entry between 10am-7pm\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSchedule\n\n\n\n\nPlease note: Due to bad weather\, some of the festivities may change on the day \nDarshan: 10am-9:30pm \nBoat Festival: 2pm & 5pm \nStage Program: \n11am – Kirtan\n1:30pm – Drama ‘The Appearance of Lord Ramachandra’ by Junior Bhaktivedanta Players\n2pm – Boat Festival (Outdoors)\n3pm – School of Bhakti – Debate and Q&A\n4pm – Messages of Support\n4:10pm – Drama ‘The Ramayana’ by The Bhaktivedanta Players\n5pm – Boat Festival (Outdoors)\n6pm – Katha by Atul Krishna Das\n7pm – Kirtan\n9pm – Finish \nPrasadam: Served all day \n  \n\n\n	Live Stream\n\n\n\n\n\n\nYouTube\n\nClick here to view the live stream \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\nTo help ensure that every pilgrim\, visitor & well-wisher is able to have a pleasant experience\, we require you to book a ticket. Without a ticket\, we will be unable to permit entry\, so please ensure that you do book. \n\nBook Tickets\n\n\nFrequently asked questions\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhy do I need a ticket?\n\n\n\n– By booking your time slot\, this helps us create a better and smoother experience for you\, with shorter queues and more space to participate in the festival. \n– Reduces heavy traffic in the surrounding area\, making it easier for you to attend and creates less disruption for locals and non festival-goers. \n– Helps us to be less wasteful\, as we can prepare appropriate quantities of resources and prasadam (sanctified food). \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat are the ticket times?\n\n\n\nA ticket is required to enter Bhaktivedanta Manor between 10am-7pm. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDo children need tickets?\n\n\n\nTickets are not required for children under 5. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat happens if I arrive without a ticket?\n\n\n\nIn order to enter Bhaktivedanta Manor on this day\, a ticket is required. If tickets are still available\, we may ask you to book a ticket online via your phone. If not you will be returned from the car parks. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCan I come for mangal arati and guru puja?\n\n\n\nYes. you are welcome to come to Bhaktivedanta Manor before 10am. But if you arrive during the event time (10am–7pm)\, then you will need an entry ticket to enter Bhaktivedanta Manor\, as without a ticket in those times\, you will not be allowed entry. If you arrive before 10am\, you will be allowed to stay for the rest of the day without a ticket. \n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHow long can I stay?\n\n\n\nYou are welcome to stay and enjoy the festivities for as long as you like. Your ticket time only relates to your arrival time. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat if I arrive earlier / later than my booked arrival time?\n\n\n\nIf you arrive 30 mins before or after your booked arrival time\, then you will still be allowed entry. Any earlier than that\, we may ask you to please come back later\, closer to your booked time. Any later than that\, we will try our best to accommodate you\, but it may not be possible to allow entry due to limited parking. Please arrive as close to your booked arrival time as possible. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHow can I cancel tickets?\n\n\n\nAs you can imagine there is a great demand for tickets and so we humbly request you to please release any extra tickets you may have booked\, so that as many visitors as possible can take part in the festivities. \nhttps://www.eventbrite.co.uk/support/articles/en_US/How_To/how-to-cancel-your-free-registration?lg=en_GB \nIf you are having trouble cancelling the tickets using the above link\, please email us at ticket@krishnatemple.com or send us a message on WhatsApp and we’d be happy to do it for you. Similarly\, if any family members also have tickets that they won’t be using\, please let us know so that we can cancel their ticket and make it available to others. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nShuttle Service\n\n\n\n\n£1 per person for a ticket – taking you from Stanmore Station to Bhaktivedanta Manor and back. The reason for the cost is to ensure your space is guaranteed and that an accurate use of bus spaces can be planned ahead of time. \nYour bus ticket will work as an entry ticket for the festival if using the service. Please do not book a separate entry ticket for the festival. We encourage you to use this service as parking at Bhaktivedanta Manor is limited\, and this will allow more visitors to partake in the celebration. \nThe bus Service will start at 11am from Stanmore. Last pick up from Stanmore will be 2pm. \nThe bus will return from the temple to Stanmore at 4pm Last Shuttle will return at 6:30pm \nYou do not need to book a separate festival ticket if coming by bus. \n– If you miss the return bus you will have to make your own way back to Stanmore \n  \n\nClick to book\n\n\n\nParking & Directions\n\n\n\n\nFrequently asked questions\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWill there be free parking?\n\n\n\nYes\, there will be free parking. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDirections\n\n\n\nPlease visit our Directions page here
URL:https://www.krishnatemple.com/event/rama-navami-festival-23/
LOCATION:Bhaktivedanta Manor\, Hilfield Lane\, Watford\, WD258EZ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Public Festivals
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SUMMARY:Rama Navami
DESCRIPTION:Thursday 30 March 2023\n\nLord Rama is a powerful incarnation of the Supreme Personality of Godhead\, manifesting as an ideal king. He appeared in the Treta-yuga\, more than two million years ago.  \nDuring His activities while on Earth\, Lord Rama demonstrated high moral values and acted as the perfect son\, student\, brother\, husband and King.  His extraordinary adventure is marvellously depicted  in the famous epic The Ramayana. \nThe Rama Navami celebration observes the birth of Lord Rama\, and is one of the most auspicious days in the Vaisnava calendar. \nNo ticket required \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	Schedule\n\nDarshan in Temple Room \n7:30am-7:30pm \nMorning Program (Temple Room) \n4:30am – Mangal Arati\n7am – Guru puja\n7:30am – Darshan\n7:50 am – Devotees proceed to Sri Krishna Haveli with Srila Prabhupada \nProgram (Sri Krishna Haveli) \n8am – Words of Welcome by Visakha Dasi\n8:05am – Special Bhajan\n8:25am – Drama (by Junior Bhaktivedanta Players)\n8:45am – Special class by Kripamoya Das\n10am – Abhishek\n11am – Devotees leave for Harinam in Watford\n1:30pm – Feast \nHarinam & Book Distribution (Watford Town Centre) \n11am-1pm – Meet by Cafe Nero\, Watford High Street \nEvening Katha (Temple Room) \n7:30pm-9pm: ‘Rama Katha’ with Atul Krishna Das \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	Frequently asked questions\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWill there be parking available?\n\n\n\nYes. Free parking will be available all day. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHow do I get there?\n\n\n\nAddress Bhaktivedanta Manor Hilfield Lane Watford Sat-Nav: WD25 8HE \nNote: Entrance to temple is via Hilfield Lane only. There is no entrance to the temple through Letchmore Heath village. For driving\, use approximate driving postcode WD25 8HE and follow road signs. Do not use WD25 8EZ\, as this will lead you to a nearby village. \nFor Public Transport & Map\, please CLICK HERE \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	Preview from previous festivals
URL:https://www.krishnatemple.com/event/rama-navami-22/
LOCATION:Bhaktivedanta Manor\, Hilfield Lane\, Watford\, WD258EZ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Public Festivals
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230307
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230308
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SUMMARY:Gaura Purnima
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday 7 March 2023\n\nGaura Purnima is the anniversary of the appearance of Lord Caitanya\, who is Krishna himself in the role of His own devotee. He appeared in 1486 in Mayapur\, West Bengal. \nGaura Purnima provides a golden opportunity to reflect on Lord Caitanya’s mission of spreading Nama Sankirtana to every town and village\, and chant the holy names of the Lord. \nNo ticket required \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	Schedule\n\n24 hour kirtan\n4am-4am –  Temple Room \nMorning Program (Temple Room)\n4am – Beginning of 24 hour kirtan\n4:30am – Mangala Arati\n5:15am – Recitation of Sri Chaitanya Siksastakam\n7am – Guru Puja\n7:30am – Deity Darshan\n7:40am – Harinam to Sri Krishna Haveli with Srila Prabhupada & Gaura Nitai \nProgram in Sri Krishna Haveli\n8am – Words of Welcome by Visakha Dasi\n8:10am – Gauranga Bhajan\n8:30am – Drama by the Gurukula\n8:50am – Gaura Purnima Class by Kripamoya Das\n11am – Harinam & Book Distribution (Meeting in Watford Town Centre at 11am) \nEvening Program in Sri Krishna Haveli\n3:45pm – Harinam to Sri Krishna Haveli with Srila Prabhupada & Gaura Nitai\n4pm – Talk by Gurudas on ‘Lord Caitanya comes to the West’\n4:45pm – Abhishek of Gaura Nitai\n5:45pm – ‘Golden Avatar’ Drama by Bhaktivedanta Players\n6:30pm – Feast (Prasadam)\n7pm – Gaura Arati (Temple Room) \nNote: There will be no Holika bonfire and rang mela (throwing of coloured powders) \nDarshan: 10am-9:30pm \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	Frequently asked questions\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWill there be parking available?\n\n\n\nYes. Free parking will be available all day. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHow do I get there?\n\n\n\nAddress Bhaktivedanta Manor Hilfield Lane Watford Sat-Nav: WD25 8HE \nNote: Entrance to temple is via Hilfield Lane only. There is no entrance to the temple through Letchmore Heath village. For driving\, use approximate driving postcode WD25 8HE and follow road signs. Do not use WD25 8EZ\, as this will lead you to a nearby village. \nFor Public Transport & Map\, please CLICK HERE \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDonate\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	Preview from previous festivals
URL:https://www.krishnatemple.com/event/gaura-purnima-2022/
LOCATION:Bhaktivedanta Manor\, Hilfield Lane\, Watford\, WD258EZ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Public Festivals
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SUMMARY:Gaura Purnima & Holika (Sunday Festival)
DESCRIPTION:Sunday 5 March 2023\n\nTickets will be required for entry between 10am-7pm. We are at capacity\, no more tickets left.\nGaura Purnima is the anniversary of the appearance of Lord Caitanya\, who is Krishna himself in the role of His own devotee. He appeared in 1486 in Mayapur\, West Bengal. \nGaura Purnima provides a golden opportunity to reflect on Lord Caitanya’s mission of spreading Nama Sankirtana to every town and village\, and chant the holy names of the Lord. \nThe Holika Dahan bonfire is a ceremonial tradition performed based on the past-times of Prahlad Maharaja. The fire is meant to symbolise protection\, and the importance of faith in Lord Sri Krishna. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSchedule\n\n\n\n\n10am-9:30pm: Darshan \n10am-8pm: Kirtan (Sri Krishna Haveli) \n3pm-7:30pm: Holika Dahan \nPrasadam will be served throughout the day \nNote: There will be no rang mela (throwing of coloured powders) at this festival \n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\nTo help ensure that every pilgrim\, visitor & well-wisher is able to have a pleasant experience\, we require you to book a ticket. Without a ticket\, we will be unable to permit entry\, so please ensure that you do book. \n\nBook your free ticket\n\n\nFrequently asked questions\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhy do I need a ticket?\n\n\n\n– By booking your time slot\, this helps us create a better and smoother experience for you\, with shorter queues and more space to participate in the festival. \n– Reduces heavy traffic in the surrounding area\, making it easier for you to attend and creates less disruption for locals and non festival-goers. \n– Helps us to be less wasteful\, as we can prepare appropriate quantities of resources and prasadam (sanctified food). \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat are the ticket times?\n\n\n\nA ticket is required to enter Bhaktivedanta Manor between 10am-7pm. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDo children need tickets?\n\n\n\nTickets are not required for children under 5. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat happens if I arrive without a ticket?\n\n\n\nIn order to enter Bhaktivedanta Manor on this day\, a ticket is required. If tickets are still available\, we may ask you to book a ticket online via your phone. If not you will be returned from the car parks. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCan I come for mangal arati and guru puja?\n\n\n\nYes. you are welcome to come to Bhaktivedanta Manor before 10am. But if you arrive during the event time (10am–7pm)\, then you will need an entry ticket to enter Bhaktivedanta Manor\, as without a ticket in those times\, you will not be allowed entry. If you arrive before 10am\, you will be allowed to stay for the rest of the day without a ticket. \n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHow long can I stay?\n\n\n\nYou are welcome to stay and enjoy the festivities for as long as you like. Your ticket time only relates to your arrival time. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat if I arrive earlier / later than my booked arrival time?\n\n\n\nIf you arrive 30 mins before or after your booked arrival time\, then you will still be allowed entry. Any earlier than that\, we may ask you to please come back later\, closer to your booked time. Any later than that\, we will try our best to accommodate you\, but it may not be possible to allow entry due to limited parking. Please arrive as close to your booked arrival time as possible. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHow can I cancel tickets?\n\n\n\nAs you can imagine there is a great demand for tickets and so we humbly request you to please release any extra tickets you may have booked\, so that as many visitors as possible can take part in the festivities. \nhttps://www.eventbrite.co.uk/support/articles/en_US/How_To/how-to-cancel-your-free-registration?lg=en_GB \nIf you are having trouble cancelling the tickets using the above link\, please email us at ticket@krishnatemple.com or send us a message on WhatsApp and we’d be happy to do it for you. Similarly\, if any family members also have tickets that they won’t be using\, please let us know so that we can cancel their ticket and make it available to others. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nShuttle Service\n\n\n\n\n£1 per person for a ticket – taking you from Stanmore Station to Bhaktivedanta Manor and back. The reason for the cost is to ensure your space is guaranteed and that an accurate use of bus spaces can be planned ahead of time. \nYour bus ticket will work as an entry ticket for the festival if using the service. Please do not book a separate entry ticket for the festival. We encourage you to use this service as parking at Bhaktivedanta Manor is limited\, and this will allow more visitors to partake in the celebration. \nPlease click the button below for further information and how to book. \n\nClick to book\n\n\n\nParking & Directions\n\n\n\n\nFrequently asked questions\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWill there be free parking?\n\n\n\nYes\, there will be free parking. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDirections\n\n\n\nPlease visit our Directions page here \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDonate
URL:https://www.krishnatemple.com/event/gaura-purnima-holika-festival-23/
LOCATION:Bhaktivedanta Manor\, Hilfield Lane\, Watford\, WD258EZ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Public Festivals
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SUMMARY:Gita Jayanti Yajna - Bhagavad-gita Recitation
DESCRIPTION:Saturday 31 December 2022\n\nConclude 2022 with a spiritual recharge\, ready for 2023!\nJoin us for the immersive recitation of the entire Bhagavad-gita\nGita Jayanti includes: \n – Recitation of the Gita\n – Summaries of the Chapters by S.B. Keshava Swami\n – Fire yajna (Havan)\n – Your sponsored family name displayed\n – Your copy of the Gita offered\n\n\n\nTo participate\, we invite you to sponsor Bhagavad-gita’s\, for the spiritual benefit of society \n\nSponsor Bhagavad Gita’s\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	Schedule\n\nDoors: 8am\nRecitation: 8:30am\nBreaks every 6 chapters\nRecitation Ends / Lunch: 2pm \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	Live Stream\n\n\n\n\n\n\nYouTube\n\nClick here to view the live stream \n\n\n\n\n\n\n	Connect on WhatsApp\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhatsapp\n\nClick here to chat to us on WhatsApp \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout the Bhagavad-Gita \nBhagavad Gita is organised into 18 chapters and contains 700 verses. The Gita can also be divided into three sections (6 chapters each): \nSection 1: Karma Yoga\nSection 2: Bhakti Yoga\nSection 3: Jnana Yoga \nThe word “yoga” is nowadays associated with stretching postures and exercises\, yet its true meaning is “the process of linking”. Specifically\, it refers to the process of linking our activities to the Supreme Person\, God. \nThe daily reading of Bhagavad Gita together with chanting the Hare Krishna mantra can bring about rapid spiritual advancement for any person. \nOut of numerous translations of the Gita\, “Bhagavad Gita As It Is” shines foremost as it brings to bear the purity and competence of its author and offers answers carefully preserved by a chain of teachers which can be traced back to Lord Sri Krishna. \n“Bhagavad Gita As It Is” consists of Sanskrit verses together with translations and purports by His Divine Grace A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada. Within the pages of the Gita\, the workings of karma\, reincarnation and yoga are to be found\, as instructed by Lord Krishna to Arjuna. \nWe invite you to explore this marvellous work. \n\n\nRefresh your soul in the company of senior vaishnavas. The entire 700 verses of the Gita will be recited\, and chapter summaries will be presented. A fire yajna will be conducted throughout the recitation. \nGita Jayanti offers the opportunity to celebrate the appearance of Bhagavad Gita and to distribute this gem to many others. You are invited to sponsor Bhagavad Gitas and distribute them to your friends\, family and colleagues. Alternatively the Temple on your behalf will place them in schools\, universities\, hospitals or prisons through its various programmes. \nThe Bhagavad Gita is a transcendental dialogue between Lord Sri Krishna and His devotee Arjuna. Spoken at the outset of a great battle\, it is an encyclopedia for humanity. \nIn contrast to the atheistic scientist’s purely physical (and hence incomplete) description of everything\, Bhagavad Gita makes a distinction between the spiritual self and the material body. \nThe mind\, intelligence and senses are discussed in terms of their strengths and limitations\, and guidelines are given for their intended use. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	Frequently asked questions\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n Do I need a ticket to attend?\n\n\n\nNo ticket is required. We ask everyone to sponsor Bhagavad-gita’s to participate. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWill there be parking available?\n\n\n\nYes. Free parking will be available all day. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHow do I get there?\n\n\n\nAddress Bhaktivedanta Manor Hilfield Lane Watford Sat-Nav: WD25 8HE \nNote: Entrance to temple is via Hilfield Lane only. There is no entrance to the temple through Letchmore Heath village. For driving\, use approximate driving postcode WD25 8HE and follow road signs. Do not use WD25 8EZ\, as this will lead you to a nearby village. \nFor Public Transport & Map\, please CLICK HERE \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	Preview from previous festivals
URL:https://www.krishnatemple.com/event/gita-22/
LOCATION:Bhaktivedanta Manor\, Hilfield Lane\, Watford\, WD258EZ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Public Festivals
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SUMMARY:George Harrison Evening
DESCRIPTION:Book your free ticket\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	Tuesday 29 November 2022\n\nAn evening to celebrate the life of George Harrison\, who bought Bhaktivedanta Manor for the Hare Krishna’s in 1973. There will be live music and words in honour of the former Beatles star. \nTo read more about George Harrison and his special link to Bhaktivedanta Manor & Srila Prabhupada\, then click the button below. \n\nRead about George\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	What to expect?\n\nAn evening of live music\, tributes\, and words in celebration of the spiritual journey of George Harrison. A vegetarian supper will be served from 7pm. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	Live Stream\n\nVisit our YouTube channel by clicking the link below to stream the event live: \nhttps://www.youtube.com/@Krishnatemple \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	Frequently asked questions\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWill there be parking available?\n\n\n\nYes. Free parking will be available all day. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHow do I get there?\n\n\n\nAddress Bhaktivedanta Manor Hilfield Lane Watford Sat-Nav: WD25 8HE \nNote: Entrance to temple is via Hilfield Lane only. There is no entrance to the temple through Letchmore Heath village. For driving\, use approximate driving postcode WD25 8HE and follow road signs. Do not use WD25 8EZ\, as this will lead you to a nearby village. \nFor Public Transport & Map\, please CLICK HERE
URL:https://www.krishnatemple.com/event/george2022/
LOCATION:Bhaktivedanta Manor\, Hilfield Lane\, Watford\, WD258EZ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Public Festivals
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20221023T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20221023T200000
DTSTAMP:20260525T173515
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SUMMARY:Diwali Festival
DESCRIPTION:Diwali festival\n\nTHIS YEAR’S DIWALI FESTIVAL HAS BEEN CANCELLED\nHare Krishna\, this year’s Diwali Festival on Sunday the 23rd October has unfortunately been cancelled. We are unable to handle the amount of cars that would be visiting\, due to the bad weather and rainfall which has affected the parking fields. We apologise for any inconvenience caused.\nDarshan will remain open as normal and a ticket is no longer required to enter between 10am-8pm. Note that there will be no stage program.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nInformation on tickets\n\n\n\n\nTo help ensure that every pilgrim\, visitor & well-wisher is able to have a pleasant experience\, we require you to book a ticket. Without a ticket\, we will be unable to permit entry\, so please ensure that you do book. \n\n\nTickets FAQ\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhen are tickets released?\n\n\n\nTickets will be released on Monday 17 October 2022 between 12 noon – 1 pm \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhy do I need a ticket?\n\n\n\n– By booking your time slot\, this helps us create a better and smoother experience for you\, with shorter queues and more space to participate in the festival. \n– Reduces heavy traffic in the surrounding area\, making it easier for you to attend and creates less disruption for locals and non festival-goers. \n– Helps us to be less wasteful\, as we can prepare appropriate quantities of resources and prasadam (sanctified food). \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat are the ticket times?\n\n\n\nA ticket is required to enter Bhaktivedanta Manor between 10am-8pm. If you arrive before or after this window then a ticket will not be required. \n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDo children need tickets?\n\n\n\nTickets are not required for children under 5. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat happens if I arrive without a ticket?\n\n\n\nIn order to enter Bhaktivedanta Manor on this day\, a ticket is required. If tickets are still available\, we may ask you to book a ticket online via your phone. If not you will be returned from the car parks. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCan I come for mangal arati and guru puja?\n\n\n\nYes. you are welcome to come to Bhaktivedanta Manor before 10am. But if you arrive during the event time (10am-8pm)\, then you will need an entry ticket to enter Bhaktivedanta Manor\, as without a ticket in those times\, you will not be allowed entry. If you arrive before 10am\, you will be allowed to stay for the rest of the day without a ticket. \n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHow long can I stay?\n\n\n\nYou are welcome to stay and enjoy the festivities for as long as you like. Your ticket time only relates to your arrival time. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat if I arrive earlier / later than my booked arrival time?\n\n\n\nIf you arrive 30 mins before or after your booked arrival time\, then you will still be allowed entry. Any earlier than that\, we may ask you to please come back later\, closer to your booked time. Any later than that\, we will try our best to accommodate you\, but it may not be possible to allow entry due to limited parking. Please arrive as close to your booked arrival time as possible. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHow can I cancel tickets?\n\n\n\nAs you can imagine there is a great demand for tickets and so we humbly request you to please release any extra tickets you may have booked\, so that as many visitors as possible can take part in the festivities. \nhttps://www.eventbrite.co.uk/support/articles/en_US/How_To/how-to-cancel-your-free-registration?lg=en_GB \nIf you are having trouble cancelling the tickets using the above link\, please email us at ticket@krishnatemple.com and we’d be happy to do it for you. Similarly\, if any family members also have tickets that they won’t be using\, please let us know so that we can cancel their ticket and make it available to others. \n\n\n\n\n\nTravel and directions FAQ\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWill there be free parking?\n\n\n\nYes\, there will be free parking available on the geo-grid and the fields. Please note that the fields can be bumpy\, and potentially muddy this time of year.\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIs there parking available for wheelchair users?\n\n\n\nWhen arriving\, please make the requirement for wheelchair accessibility known to the car park volunteers so they can direct you to the correct area to park.\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIs there special parking available if you are a disabled badge holder\, eldery\, or pregnant?\n\n\n\nWhen arriving\, please make the requirement for special accessibility known to the car park volunteers so they can direct you to the correct area to park.\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDirections\n\n\n\nPlease visit our Directions page here \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWill there be a shuttle service from Stanmore?\n\n\n\nThere will be a shuttle service from Stanmore Station to Bhaktivedanta Manor for the Diwali festival. More details and booking information to follow. \n\n\n\n\nShuttle Service\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat can I expect on the day?\n\n\n\n\nThe celebration of Diwali is one of the largest festivals held at Bhaktivedanta Manor\, with several thousand people attending each year. Every visitor can expect a festival in the truest sense\, with something for everyone – including a stage program filled with entertainment\, drama and music\, free meals\, and an opportunity to see our lovely cows.  \nBut most importantly\, you will have the chance throughout the day to see Lord Rama\, Sita and Lakshman on our beautiful altar\, which will be lit with many lamps. So\, please bring your friends and family and join us for this magical occasion. \n\n\nSchedule (subject to change) \n10am – Kirtan\n2pm – Discussion w/ School of Bhakti\n3pm – Bhajans\n4pm – Messages of Support\n4:40pm – The Ramayana by Bhaktivedanta Players\n6pm – Bhajans \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	Donations\n\n\n\nTo mark this auspicious occasion of Diwali\, many wonderful arrangements are being made to celebrate at Bhaktivedanta Manor. Many thousands of pilgrims will be coming to celebrate this special occasion. Please support this year’s festival with your heartfelt contribution.  \n\nDonate\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat is Diwali?\n\n\n\n\nThe festival of Diwali is traditionally observed for five days\, but it mainly celebrates the joyful day upon which Lord Rama returned to the kingdom of Ayodhya after fourteen years of exile. The name itself comes from Dipavali\, a Sanskrit word referring to the countless rows of lamps which His citizens had lit throughout the kingdom to welcome Him back home (dipa means “lamp\, light or candle\,” and avali means “rows”). During a different era\, this was also the day when Lord Krishna performed His childhood pastime of breaking pots of yogurt and letting His mother bind Him with rope. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout the Five Days of Diwali\n\n\n\n\nThe first day of Diwali is called Dhanvantari Trayodasi\, which is when Lord Dhanvantari appeared on this planet in order to give Ayurvedic medicine to mankind. On this day\, Hindus pray for protection from untimely death. \nThe second day of Diwali is called Naraka Chaturdasi\, and is the day upon which Lord Krishna destroyed the demon Narakasura and liberated the 16\,000 princesses which the demon had been holding captive. \nThe third day is the actual day of Diwali\, which is when Lord Rama returned to His kingdom after successfully rescuing Sita and defeating the demon Ravana. On this day\, Hindus pray for the blessings of wealth and prosperity\, and for the triumph of good over evil and light over darkness. \nOn the fourth day\, Hindus perform Govardhana Puja\, or worship of the sacred hill of Govardhana\, a tradition which Lord Krishna Himself started roughly five thousand years ago. \nThe fifth day of Diwali is called Bhratri Dooj\, which is a day dedicated to honouring the bond between brothers and sisters. Brothers visit their sisters to enquire about their welfare\, and sisters pray for their brothers’ safety\, success and wellbeing.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAnnakuta / Govardhana-puja\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	Preview from previous festivals
URL:https://www.krishnatemple.com/event/diwali/
LOCATION:Bhaktivedanta Manor\, Hilfield Lane\, Watford\, WD258EZ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Public Festivals
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SUMMARY:Month of Kartik
DESCRIPTION:Sunday 9 October – Tuesday 8 November 2022\n\nDuring this time\, pilgrims come from far and wide to offer a lamp to Mother Yasoda and Lord Krishna. The importance of this month is described extensively in the scriptures\, especially in Srila Rupa Goswami’s Mathura Mahatmya. \nEvery day\, devotees come to the Temple and offer a candle to Lord Damodara. The Damodarastakam\, a series of eight beautiful verses by the great sage Satyavrata Muni\, is sung daily in the morning and evening. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	Daily Schedule\n\nMorning\n7 AM \nEvening\n4:20pm  – 7:30pm \nNotes:\nOfferings will be paused between 6:30pm – 7pm as the curtains will be closed at this time. During this time there will be a special talk given on Krishna’s pastimes.\nOffering times and locations may vary on festival days \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	Frequently asked questions\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDo I need a ticket to attend?\n\n\n\nNo ticket is required. Free for all to attend. (Note: that tickets may be required if coinciding with another festival day\, please check the Upcoming Festivals page) \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat time is prasadam served?\n\n\n\nTBC (Please check back on this page) \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWill there be parking available?\n\n\n\nYes. Free parking will be available all day. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHow do I get there?\n\n\n\nAddress\nBhaktivedanta Manor\nHilfield Lane\nWatford\nSat-Nav: WD25 8HE \nNote: Entrance to temple is via Hilfield Lane only. There is no entrance to the temple through Letchmore Heath village. For driving\, use approximate driving postcode WD25 8HE and follow road signs. Do not use WD25 8EZ\, as this will lead you to a nearby village. \nFor Public Transport & Map\, please CLICK HERE \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHow do I donate towards the festival?\n\n\n\nThank you for thinking of donating! Please click the link below to donate \nDonate here\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	Preview from previous festivals
URL:https://www.krishnatemple.com/event/kartik-22/
LOCATION:Bhaktivedanta Manor\, Hilfield Lane\, Watford\, WD258EZ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Public Festivals
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SUMMARY:Radhastami
DESCRIPTION:Sunday 4 September 2022\nSrimati Radharani’s glorious appearance on this planet occurred on this day around 5\,000 years ago. She is the divine female energy of Lord Krishna\, His loving potency\, which He is all attracted by.  \nShe is the foremost maha-bhagavata\, the greatest devotee. Krishna is all-attractive\, but Radharani is so great that she attracts even Krishna. Five thousand years ago\, when Lord Krishna came to this planet to perform His pastimes\, Srimati Radharani also appeared. \nOn Radhastami day\, devotees meditate on the exalted position of Srimati Radharani and offer prayers to her. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSchedule\nBhaktivedanta Manor\nMorning\n4:30 Mangala Arati \n7:00 Guru Puja \n7:30 Deity Greeting \n8:00 Class \n9.15 Abhishek \n10.30 off to Ratha yatra in London \nEvening \nKirtan & Prasad \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	Frequently asked questions\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDo I need a ticket to attend?\n\n\n\nNo ticket is required. Free for all to attend. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat time is prasadam served?\n\n\n\nTBC (Please check back on this page) \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWill there be parking available?\n\n\n\nYes. Free parking will be available all day. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHow do I get there?\n\n\n\nAddress\nBhaktivedanta Manor\nHilfield Lane\nWatford\nSat-Nav: WD25 8HE \nNote: Entrance to temple is via Hilfield Lane only. There is no entrance to the temple through Letchmore Heath village. For driving\, use approximate driving postcode WD25 8HE and follow road signs. Do not use WD25 8EZ\, as this will lead you to a nearby village. \nFor Public Transport & Map\, please CLICK HERE \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHow do I donate towards the festival?\n\n\n\nThank you for thinking of donating! Please click the link below to donate \nDonate here\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	Preview from previous festivals
URL:https://www.krishnatemple.com/event/radhastami-22/
LOCATION:Bhaktivedanta Manor\, Hilfield Lane\, Watford\, WD258EZ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Public Festivals
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220828T083000
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SUMMARY:Snana Yatra
DESCRIPTION:Sunday 28 August 2022\n\nBathing ceremony for Lord Jagannatha\, Baladeva\, and Subhadra in the Sri Krishna Haveli at Bhaktivedanta Manor. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	Schedule\n\n9:15 am – Arrival and Welcome of Jagannatha\, Baladeva & Subhadra \n10:15 am – Abhishek \n1:00 pm – Sringar & Raj Bhoga \n2:oo pm – Hathi Vesha Darshan (Elephant Outfit) & Kirtan \n4:00 pm – Vaikalika Bhoga \n4:20 pm – Arati \n4:40 pm – Jagannatha\, Baladeva & Subhadra depart for London \nGuidelines for bathing during Snana-yatra\nPlease approach in a clean condition and follow the instructions of the pujaris. Do ask if you are unsure about anything. \nPujaris are unable to carry your children so kindly carry very small ones (1 child per adult)\, unless they can walk. If a child is distressed\, please wait until they have calmed down before approaching to bathe. \nYoung children (those under 7 years) will not be given a conch of their own and will need to share with an adult. They can hold the adult’s arm or body. \nDo not touch the Deities. \nPlease only bathe the Deities once\, even if you wish to bathe on behalf of someone else. Before or on receiving the conch\, silently declare to the Lord the names of the one or two people you are bathing for (including yourself). \nDo not carry bags while bathing. You will be asked to put them down and collect them again once you have finished bathing. A rucksack is OK. \nBathe from the top only. That means the head of the Deities only – not the feet or arms. \nDo not take selfies while bathing. Give the camera or phone to someone else who is not on the stage. \nPlease offer your obeisances off the stage. \nDevotees are always eager to serve. Please do so at the Snana-yatra festival by bathing the Deities. Kindly do not approach to wave a fan or hold the Deity\, even if you are brahman initiated. You will be refused\, and we do not wish to offend any persons. \nSri Sri Jagannatha Baladeva Subhadra ki jaya! \n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	Frequently asked questions\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWill there be parking available?\n\n\n\nYes. Free parking will be available all day. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHow do I get there?\n\n\n\nAddress\nBhaktivedanta Manor\nHilfield Lane\nWatford\nSat-Nav: WD25 8HE \nNote: Entrance to temple is via Hilfield Lane only. There is no entrance to the temple through Letchmore Heath village. For driving\, use approximate driving postcode WD25 8HE and follow road signs. Do not use WD25 8EZ\, as this will lead you to a nearby village. \nFor Public Transport & Map\, please CLICK HERE \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	Preview from previous festivals
URL:https://www.krishnatemple.com/event/snana-yatra-22/
LOCATION:Bhaktivedanta Manor\, Hilfield Lane\, Watford\, WD258EZ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Public Festivals
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SUMMARY:Sri Krishna Janmashtami
DESCRIPTION:For full details\, please click the button below\n\nClick here\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFriday 19 & Sunday 21 August 2022\nWithout a ticket we will be unable to permit entry\nSri Krishna Janmashtami is the appearance day of Lord Sri Krishna\, the Supreme Personality of Godhead. The birth of Lord Krishna is one of the biggest celebrations of the year\, celebrated all over the world.  \nKrishna means “the all-attractive one”. He is the cause of all causes\, the Supreme personality of the entire creation\, both material and spiritual\, He is the God of all gods\, and the Lord within everything and separate from everything at the same time. This is the day devotees celebrate His beautiful pastimes\, His presence in their lives\, taking time to remember their eternal loving relationship with Him and His presence within all of our hearts.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	Frequently asked questions\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDo I need a ticket to attend?\n\n\n\nYes. A ticket will be required. Tickets available from Sunday 14 August 2022 via krishnatemple.com \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat time is Prasadam (Vegetarian Meals) served?\n\n\n\nFree Prasadam (Vegetarian Meals) will be available all day\, as well as a variety of stalls where Prasadam can be purchased. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWill there be parking available?\n\n\n\nYes. Free parking will be available all day. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHow do I get there?\n\n\n\nAddress\nBhaktivedanta Manor\nHilfield Lane\nWatford\nSat-Nav: WD25 8HE \nNote: Entrance to temple is via Hilfield Lane only. There is no entrance to the temple through Letchmore Heath village. For driving\, use approximate driving postcode WD25 8HE and follow road signs. Do not use WD25 8EZ\, as this will lead you to a nearby village. \nFor Public Transport & Map\, please CLICK HERE \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHow do I donate towards the festival?\n\n\n\nThank you for thinking of donating! Please click the link below to donate \nDonate here\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	Preview from previous festivals
URL:https://www.krishnatemple.com/event/janmashtami-sun/
LOCATION:Bhaktivedanta Manor\, Hilfield Lane\, Watford\, WD258EZ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Public Festivals
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SUMMARY:Appearance of Srila Prabhupada
DESCRIPTION:Saturday 20 August 2022\nHis Divine Grace\, A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada (1896-1977) is widely regarded as the world’s pre-eminent exponent of the teachings and practices of bhakti-yoga to the Western world. The appearance of Srila Prabhupada\, the Founder-Acharya of The International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON)\, is celebrated joyfully by devotees around the world with heartfelt appreciations and chanting of the holy names of the Lord\, reflecting on his profound influence on their lives. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSchedule\nBhaktivedanta Manor\nTemple Room\n4:30am – Mangala Arati by Srila Prabhupada\n7am – Guru Puja\n7:30am – Deity Greeting\n8am – Class by Srila Prabhupada \nSri Krishna Haveli\n9am – Offerings\n12pm – Abhishek\n1pm – Guru Puja & Pushpanjali \nPrasadam (Vegetarian Feast) after Guru Puja & Pushpanjali \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	Frequently asked questions\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDo I need a ticket to attend?\n\n\n\nNo ticket is required. Free for all to attend. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWill there be parking available?\n\n\n\nYes. Free parking will be available all day. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHow do I get there?\n\n\n\nAddress\nBhaktivedanta Manor\nHilfield Lane\nWatford\nSat-Nav: WD25 8HE \nNote: Entrance to temple is via Hilfield Lane only. There is no entrance to the temple through Letchmore Heath village. For driving\, use approximate driving postcode WD25 8HE and follow road signs. Do not use WD25 8EZ\, as this will lead you to a nearby village. \nFor Public Transport & Map\, please CLICK HERE \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	Preview from previous festivals
URL:https://www.krishnatemple.com/event/prabhupada-appearance/
LOCATION:Bhaktivedanta Manor\, Hilfield Lane\, Watford\, WD258EZ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Public Festivals
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SUMMARY:Sri Krishna Janmashtami
DESCRIPTION:For full details and to book your ticket \, please click the button below\n\nClick here\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFriday 19 & Sunday 21 August 2022\nSri Krishna Janmashtami is the appearance day of Lord Sri Krishna\, the Supreme Personality of Godhead. The birth of Lord Krishna is one of the biggest celebrations of the year\, celebrated all over the world.  \nKrishna means “the all-attractive one”. He is the cause of all causes\, the Supreme personality of the entire creation\, both material and spiritual\, He is the God of all gods\, and the Lord within everything and separate from everything at the same time. This is the day devotees celebrate His beautiful pastimes\, His presence in their lives\, taking time to remember their eternal loving relationship with Him and His presence within all of our hearts.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDonate
URL:https://www.krishnatemple.com/event/janmashtami-fri/
LOCATION:Bhaktivedanta Manor\, Hilfield Lane\, Watford\, WD258EZ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Public Festivals
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SUMMARY:Appearance of Lord Balarama
DESCRIPTION:Friday 12 August 2022\n  \nThe Supreme Personality of Godhead\, Krishna\, is the fountainhead of all incarnations. Lord Balarama is His second body. They are both one and the same identity. They differ only in form. In Lord Krishna’s pastimes\, He plays as Krishna’s older brother. Together Krishna and Balarama enact many pastimes as cowherd boys in the land of Vrindavan. \nLord Balarama exemplifies the service attitude to Krishna. His only mission is to please Krishna by rendering service to Him\, whether it is in the creation of the material worlds\, maintaining the spiritual world or as His personal paraphernalia.  \nLord Balarama is the eternal companion of Sri Krishna. He came as Laxman with Rama and later as Sri Nityananda Prabhu with Lord Caitanya. He is the original spiritual master\, and any one desiring to make spiritual progress must first get the mercy of Lord Balarama. \nBalaram Jayanti\, the appearance of Lord Balarama\, celebrates the activities and pastimes of Lord Krishna’s brother\, Lord Balarama. There will be kirtans\, dramas\, ceremonies\, and a feast. Open for everyone. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSchedule\n4:30am – Mangala Arati \n7:00am – Deity Greeting (Last Day of Jhulan Yatra Swing Festival – Morning) \n7:50am – Guru Puja \n8:3 am – Class by Jay Krishna Das \n10am – Bhajans \n11am- Harinam in Watford (meet at Caffè Nero\, 100-102 High St\, Watford WD17 2BW) \n1pm – Prasad honouring Lord Balaram \n6pm-9pm -Still Live & Picking with Mangalananda Das (concert in Sri Krishna Haveli Kirtan Hall) \n6:15-7:15pm – Last day of Jhulan Yatra Swing Festival – Evening \n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	Frequently asked questions\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDo I need a ticket to attend?\n\n\n\nNo ticket is required. Free for all to attend. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWill there be parking available?\n\n\n\nYes. Free parking will be available all day. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHow do I get there?\n\n\n\nAddress\nBhaktivedanta Manor\nHilfield Lane\nWatford\nSat-Nav: WD25 8HE \nNote: Entrance to temple is via Hilfield Lane only. There is no entrance to the temple through Letchmore Heath village. For driving\, use approximate driving postcode WD25 8HE and follow road signs. Do not use WD25 8EZ\, as this will lead you to a nearby village. \nFor Public Transport & Map\, please CLICK HERE \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHow do I donate towards the festival?\n\n\n\nThank you for thinking of donating! Please click the link below to donate \nDonate here\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	Preview from previous festivals
URL:https://www.krishnatemple.com/event/lord-balarama-2022/
LOCATION:Bhaktivedanta Manor\, Hilfield Lane\, Watford\, WD258EZ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Public Festivals
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220709T170000
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SUMMARY:Summerfest 22
DESCRIPTION:Saturday 9 July 2022\nA free ticket will be required to take part in the Festival of Colours. Please book below.\nA day of Summer celebrations and festivities\, where everyone can participate in the spiritual music of Kirtan\, browse the various market stalls\, enjoy karma free vegetarian food\, and take part in various exciting activities. The highlight of the day will be the Festival of Colours (two sessions)\, traditionally done to celebrate the arrival of spring and ending of winter\, the festival creates a scene filled with bright and vibrant colours\, a visual feast for the eyes. No matter your age or beliefs\, everyone is welcome to join in the fun of throwing colours\, creating a feeling of unity between all. \nThe market stalls\, kirtan\, and other activities will be running from 4pm-9:30pm. If you wish to participate in the Festival of Colours (Rang Mela)\, then a free ticket will be required.  \nPlease note that there will be colours to purchase on the day for you to use.  \nFestival of Colours – Timing: 6pm & 8pm. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSchedule \n4pm-9:30pm\nMarket stalls\, kirtan (mantra meditation)\, vegetarian food and other activities \n6pm & 8pm\nFestival of Colours \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	Book your tickets\nClick here to book\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	Frequently asked questions\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAdvice / Rules for the Festival\n\n\n\nOutside colours will be confiscated and will not be allowed on onsite. Colours will be purchasable on-site. \nColours are only to be thrown within designated areas. \nOnce you have colours on you\, you will not be allowed in any internal areas of Temple & Sri Krishna Haveli. \nDo not throw colours in people’s eyes or mouth. It is even more fun to rub the colours into the hair\, back of the neck and cheeks with permission.  \nDo not throw colours on any passing cars\, or on any performers\, musicians\, employees\, market stall holders etc.  \nFestival goers are advised to think twice before going into the middle of the crowd when the colours are first thrown. If you have not been before or have asthma\, being smack in the middle of the crowd will be a challenge. Stay close to the edges\, and have a cloth to cover your nose and mouth for the first three minutes. \nUnder no circumstances should small children be in the middle of the crowd\, unless high on the shoulders of an adult\, and wearing the right protection. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCan I bring my own colours?\n\n\n\nOutside colours will be confiscated and will not be allowed on onsite. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHow much does it cost to participate?\n\n\n\nNo entry charge. A free ticket will be required if you wish to participate in the Festival of Colours. Please note that there will be colours to purchase on the day for you to use \nTickets will be released: Monday 27 June \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat times will the Festival of Colours take place?\n\n\n\n6pm & 8pm \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat should I wear?\n\n\n\nThe dry powders supplied may stain hair & clothes\, so festival goers are cautioned not to wear their best clothes. To avoid and/or minimise stain\, vigorously shake out all dry excess powder before stepping into a shower\, or throwing your clothes in the wash. Once the caked dry colours get wet\, it is hard to get out. However\, if one can shake as much as possible out while dry\, there is a good chance of not having coloured hair for the next month. \nIt is recommended to wear a dust mask / bandana / sunglasses to cover areas of your face to avoid powder entering your eyes\, mouth and nose. \nDo not wear contact lenses during the Festival of Colours. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIs the Festival of Colours suitable for children?\n\n\n\nThere is no age limit\, that is at the discretion of the parents / guardians. \nUnder no circumstances should small children be in the middle of the crowd\, unless high on the shoulders of an adult\, and wearing the right protection. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWill I be able to book a ticket for the Festival of Colours on the day itself?\n\n\n\nOnly if tickets are still available \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat happens if it rains?\n\n\n\nWe will only cancel the event if weather conditions do not allows us to park vehicles \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWill there be parking available?\n\n\n\nYes. There will be free parking available upon arrival and you will be guided where to park. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHow do I get there?\n\n\n\nAddress\nBhaktivedanta Manor\nHilfield Lane\nWatford\nSat-Nav: WD25 8HE \nNote: Entrance to temple is via Hilfield Lane only. There is no entrance to the temple through Letchmore Heath village. For driving\, use approximate driving postcode WD25 8HE and follow road signs. Do not use WD25 8EZ\, as this will lead you to a nearby village. \nFor Public Transport & Map\, please CLICK HERE \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNotices\n\n\n\nBehaviour notice \nDrugs\, alcohol\, vaping\, and smoking are not permitted on festival grounds. \nWe reserve the right to refuse admission to anyone\, or to escort anyone off the property for improper conduct. \nPlease do not throw colours close\, hard\, and directly into the eyes and mouth. \nGenerally be nice to people\, and enjoy the festival in a loving spirit. \nHealth & Safety notice \nAllergens: The powders are 99% cornstarch\, and a very small percentage of people are allergic to corn. If you or your children have ever experienced hives and/or a rash after eating corn products\, or working with cornstarch in your kitchen\, be careful to fully cover your nose and mouth so as not to ingest any of the powder or do not participate. \nFire & Explosion Hazard:  Like all organic and most dry chemicals\, as a powder or dust\, this product (when mixed with air in critical proportions and in the presence of an ignition source) may present an explosion hazard.  The minimum ignition temperature reported for dry cornstarch\, through 200 mesh\, is 380°C (716°F).  Avoid open lights\, flames\, smoking materials\, hot coals of any type or welding in the area of the powder \nWe will have First Aid onsite. Toilets and areas to wash hands and faces will also be available \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	Related events\n\n			Month of PurushottamaMay 17 @ 4:20 pm - June 14 @ 7:30 pmSunday Love FeastMay 31Manor. Mantra. MusicJune 4 @ 7:00 pm - 8:30 pmManor. Mantra. MusicJune 18 @ 7:00 pm - 8:30 pmPandava Nirjala EkadasiJune 25\n\n		\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	Preview from previous events
URL:https://www.krishnatemple.com/event/summerfest/
LOCATION:Bhaktivedanta Manor\, Hilfield Lane\, Watford\, WD258EZ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Public Festivals
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220515
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220517
DTSTAMP:20260525T173515
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SUMMARY:Appearance of Sri Narasimha
DESCRIPTION:Sunday 15 May 2022\nSri Nrisimhadeva is Lord Krishna’s incarnation as half-man\, half-lion. He is glorified\, described and explained in the Vaisnava scripture Srimad Bhagavatam. Devotees pray to this form of the Lord for protection\, not only from physical threats but also from the selfish attachments in our own hearts.  \nLord Nrisimhadeva came to protect his great devotee\, Prahlada Maharaja\, who constantly prayed to Lord Krishna despite being tortured by his father\, Hiranyakashipu. Nrsimhadeva outwitted the demon Hiranyakashipu\, who thought that he had been blessed to never die under any circumstance. \nNrisimha Caturdasi\, the appearance of Sri Nrisimhadeva is a day to pray for protection and celebrate His glories. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSchedule (More details to follow)\nMorning Program\n4:30am-12pm \nMangala Arati\, Guru Puja\, Deity Greeting\, Kirtan\, Class\, Yajna\, Harinam \nEvening Program\n3pm-7:30pm \nPerformances\, Abhishek\, Drama\, Class\, Kirtan\, Feast \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	Frequently asked questions\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDo I need a ticket to attend?\n\n\n\nNo ticket is required. The event is free for everyone to attend \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat time is prasadam served?\n\n\n\nPrasadam will be served in the Haveli at 6:30pm \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWill there be parking available?\n\n\n\nYes. Free parking will be available all day. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHow do I get there?\n\n\n\nThe best way  to get to the Manor is to drive. If you are using google maps\, search for ‘Bhaktivedanta Manor\, Watford’ and follow directions. If you are using a SatNav\, use approximate driving postcode WD25 8HE and follow road signs to ‘Hare Krishna Temple’. Do not use WD25 8EZ on your SatNav\, as this will lead you to Letchmore Heath village through which there is no access to the Temple. The only entrance to temple is via Hilfield Lane. \nAddress\nBhaktivedanta Manor\nHilfield Lane\nWatford\nSat-Nav: WD25 8HE \nFor Public Transport & Map\, please click the link below \nTravel information\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHow do I donate towards the festival?\n\n\n\nThank you for thinking of donating! Please click the link below to donate \nDonate here\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	Preview from previous festivals
URL:https://www.krishnatemple.com/event/narasimha-2022/
LOCATION:Bhaktivedanta Manor\, Hilfield Lane\, Watford\, WD258EZ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Public Festivals
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