Bhaktivedanta Manor - Hare Krishna Temple Watford

Disappearance of Sri Ishvara Puri
2025-02-25 16:30 - 19:30 (Europe/London) | Bhaktivedanta Manor, Hilfield Lane, Watford, WD258EZ, United Kingdom
Tuesday 25 February 2025

Schedule
Location: Temple Room
4pm – Bhajans & Kirtan
5:30pm – Storytelling & Crossword
6pm – Class by Taruna Krishna Das
7pm – Gaura Arati
Prasadam served from 5pm – 6:30pm (in the Sri Krishna Haveli)

About

Sri Ishvara Puri was the spiritual master of Sri Chaitanya Mahaprabhu, and a great devotee of Sri Krishna.
Join us for a special class diving deeper into the life of Sri Ishavara Puri, as well as kirtans, arati and prasadam.

Frequently asked questions

Will there be parking available?

Yes. Free parking will be available all day.

How do I get there?

Address Bhaktivedanta Manor Hilfield Lane Watford Sat-Nav: WD25 8HE
Note: 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.
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Disappearance of Sri Madhavendra Puri
2025-03-10 16:00 - 18:30
Monday 10 March 2025

Schedule
Location: Temple Room
4pm – Bhajans & Kirtan
5pm – Class by Nila Madhava Das
This program will also be in memory of Srutidharma Das, former Temple President of Bhaktivedanta Manor.
Prasadam served from 5pm – 6:30pm (in the Sri Krishna Haveli)

About

Sri Madhavendra Puri was a Gaudiya Vaishnava saint, born in the 1400’s, known for his deep devotion to Lord Krishna. His teachings inspired Sri Chaitanya Mahaprabhu, who spread the message of bhakti (devotion) across India. Madhavendra Puri emphasised chanting Krishna’s Holy Names and living with humility and simplicity. His life of devotion left a lasting influence on the Gaudiya tradition.

Frequently asked questions

Will there be parking available?

Yes. Free parking will be available all day.

How do I get there?

Address Bhaktivedanta Manor Hilfield Lane Watford Sat-Nav: WD25 8HE
Note: 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.
For Public Transport & Map, please CLICK HERE

Gaura Purnima
2025-03-13
Thurs 13 March 2025

Gaura 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.
Gaura 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.
No ticket required
Note: There will be no rang mela (throwing of coloured powders) or Holika Dahan on this day.

Schedule

24 hour kirtan | Temple Room
4am-4am – 24 hour kirtan
Morning Program | Temple Room
4:30am – Mangala Arati
7am – Guru Puja
7:30am – Deity Darshan
7:40am – Harinam to Sri Krishna Haveli with Srila Prabhupada
Morning Program | Sri Krishna Haveli
7:50am – Words of Welcome by Visakha Dasi
7:55am – Bhajan by the Gurukula Children
8:10am – Recitation by Jayadev Das
8:30am – Drama by Junior Bhaktivedanta Players
9am – Class by Shaunaka Rishi Das
Evening Program | Sri Krishna Haveli
4pm – Kirtan by the Ladies Ashram
4:20pm – Drama by Bhaktivedanta Players
5pm – Abhishek
6pm – Class by Nila Madhava Das
7pm – Gaura Arati (Temple Room)
Prasadam | Sri Krishna Haveli
6:30pm – Evening Prasad
(Get the blessings of all vaisnavas, by sponsoring prasad. Contact bmf@krishnatemple.com)
Harinam & Book Distribution | Watford Town Centre
11am-1pm – Harinam
11am – 3pm – Book Distribution
Darshan
10am-7:30pm
Note: There will be no Holika bonfire and rang mela (throwing of coloured powders)
(Fasting until moonrise on this day)

Frequently asked questions

Will there be parking available?

Yes. Free parking will be available all day.

How do I get there?

Address Bhaktivedanta Manor Hilfield Lane Watford Sat-Nav: WD25 8HE
Note: 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.
For Public Transport & Map, please CLICK HERE

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Appearance of Sri Srivas Pandit
2025-03-22 16:30 - 19:30
Sat 22 Mar 2025 | Rough Schedule (Subject to Change)

Location: Temple Room
4pm – Kirtans & Bhajans
5pm – Interactive Charades Game
5:30pm – Class by Vrindavan Chandra Das
6:30pm – Drama by Bhaktivedanta Players
7pm – Gaura Arati
Prasadam served from 5pm – 6:30pm (in the Sri Krishna Haveli)

Srila Prabhupada introduced his followers to the Panca Tattva, five transcendental truths, namely Sri Chaitanya Mahaprabhu (the Supreme Person), Nityananda Prabhu (His expansion), Advaita Acharya (His incarnation), Gadadhara (His internal energy) and Srivasa Pandita (His devotee). There are innumerable unalloyed devotees of the Lord and they’re all headed by Srivasa Pandita.
Srivasa Pandita, who’s described as an incarnation of Narada Muni, played an important role in Sri Chaitanya’s pastimes. Krishnadasa Kaviraja Gosvami describes that before Sri Chaitanya accepted the renounced order of life, He “regularly led congregational chanting of the Hare Kṛṣṇa mahā-mantra in the house of Śrīvāsa Ṭhākura every night for one full year.” Sometimes Srivasa would please Sri Chaitanya by describing to Him the transcendental mellows of the pastimes of Krishna in Śrī Vṛndāvana.

Frequently asked questions

Will there be parking available?

Yes. Free parking will be available all day.

How do I get there?

Address Bhaktivedanta Manor Hilfield Lane Watford Sat-Nav: WD25 8HE
Note: 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.
For Public Transport & Map, please CLICK HERE

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Appearance of Sri Hanuman
2025-04-12 16:30 - 19:30
Saturday 12 April 2025

Hanuman is the pure devotee of Lord Rama, and by his example we can learn many lessons and continue to serve the devotees and Sri Krishna.

Schedule

Schedule
Temple Room
4pm – Bhajans
4:20pm – Arati & Kirtan
4:45pm – Raising of Hanuman Flag (outdoors)
5:15pm – Quiz on Sri Hanuman
5:45pm – Class by Vaisnava Sarvabhauma Das
6:40pm – Drama
7pm – Gaura Arati
Prasadam
5pm-6:30pm (Sri Krishna Haveli)
Note: This day is also the appearance of Sri Shyamananda Prabhu & Sri Vamsivadana Thakur as well as the anniversary of the installation of Sri Tulsidevi at Bhaktivedanta Manor. Please also take darshan in the Tulasi Garden.

Frequently asked questions

Will there be parking available?

Yes. Free parking will be available all day.

How do I get there?

Address Bhaktivedanta Manor Hilfield Lane Watford Sat-Nav: WD25 8HE
Note: 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.
For Public Transport & Map, please CLICK HERE

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Disappearance of Srila Vrindavan das Thakur
2025-04-23 16:00 - 19:30
Wednesday 23 April 2025

Vrindavana Das Thakura, is a prominent Vaishnava saint and poet who lived in the 16th century. He wrote the Chaitanya Bhagavata, which is considered one of the most important biographies of Lord Chaitanya. This scripture provides detailed accounts of the divine pastimes and teachings of Lord Chaitanya and his associates. According to Vedic scriptures, Vrindavana Das Thakura is considered to be the incarnation of Srila Vyasadeva, the compiler of the Vedas.

Schedule

Schedule
Temple Room
4pm – Kirtan & Bhajans
6pm – Class by Rama Rupa Das
7pm – Gaura Arati
Prasadam
5pm-6:30pm (Sri Krishna Haveli)

Frequently asked questions

Will there be parking available?

Yes. Free parking will be available all day.

How do I get there?

Address Bhaktivedanta Manor Hilfield Lane Watford Sat-Nav: WD25 8HE
Note: 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.
For Public Transport & Map, please CLICK HERE

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Appearance of Srimati Sita Devi
2025-05-05
Monday 5 May 2025

Schedule

Schedule (Subject to change)
Morning (Temple Room)
4:30am – Mangal Arati
7am-10am – Morning Program (Darshan, Guru Puja, Class on Sita Devi)
10am-11am – Gifts and Flower Offerings to Srimati Sita Devi. See below for more details
Noon (Temple Room)
12:30pm – Raja Bhoga Arati
1pm – 4pm – Darshan & kirtan
Evening (Temple Room)
4:30pm – Kirtan & Bhajans
5:30pm – Drama by Bhaktivedanta Players
6pm – Class
7pm – Gaura Arati
Prasadam (Seva Hall, Sri Krishna Haveli)
Lunch 1:15pm-2pm
Dinner 5pm-6:30pm

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Offerings to Srimati Sita Devi

Gifts
On her appearance day, we invite you to offer gifts to Srimati Sita Devi. From 7am-11am there will be a gifts table in the reception area where you can purchase gifts suitable for offering. These will then be given to our pujaris to offer them to Srimati Sita Devi.
If you wish to order online beforehand, please use our Amazon wishlist, with a pre-approved list of gifts suitable for offering.
CLICK HERE to view the wishlist
Flowers
Between 10am-11am you will also have the opportunity to offer flowers. Please bring your own flowers for offering.
Prayers / Cards
You are welcome to offer your prayers. Please bring your card with your written prayers that will be presented to Srimati Sita Devi by our pujaris.

Frequently asked questions

Is a ticket required for entry?

No ticket required on this day

Will there be parking available?

Yes. Free parking will be available all day.

How do I get there?

Address Bhaktivedanta Manor Hilfield Lane Watford Sat-Nav: WD25 8HE
Note: 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.
For Public Transport & Map, please CLICK HERE

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Disappearance of Sri Jayananda Prabhu
2025-05-10
Saturday 10 May 2025

Schedule
Location: Temple Room
7am – 9am
Morning Program & Special Class by Jaya Krishna Das
12pm – 4pm
Harinam, Book Distribution & Distribution of 1000+ Prasad Cookies with Sacred Street Party in Watford Town Centre
6pm – 7:30pm
Special Class by Kripamoya Das & Gaura Arati
Prasadam Times | Seva Hall
9am Breakfast
5pm Dinner (until 6:30pm)

About

“Everyone should follow the example of Jayananda. I am very proud that I had such a nice disciple. If possible Jayananda’s picture should be hung in the ratha of Lord Jagannatha, and in all of our temples a day may be set aside for holding a festival in his honor, just as we do on the disappearance day of the other great Vaisnavas.” – Srila Prabhupada Letter to Ramesvara, New Delhi, 11 May 1977
After the disappearance of Jayananda Das on May 1, 1977, His Divine Grace Srila Prabhupada instructed devotees all over the world to commemorate the event every year as they would any great Vaishnava’s disappearance day.
Jayananda was always ready to do whatever was necessary to push on Krishna consciousness. He was expert at everything: cooking, preaching, Deity worship, public relations, sankirtan, selling incense, construction, and everything else it takes to run a temple. He was a tireless worker. He would be the first one up in the morning and the last one to sleep at night. It was Jayananda who was always running out to get the flowers, Jayananda who was washing dishes and making sure the kitchen was clean, Jayananda who was often missing class while he was out doing some service, and Jayananda who was always encouraging others to go out and preach, and setting the example himself.
Whatever assignment he was given, he would always get done, even if he had to suffer personally for it. No matter how hard he was working, he would never stop for a nap during the day. He seemed to be inexhaustible.
From a Back to Godhead article by Kalakantha dasa. Click here to read more

Frequently asked questions

Will there be parking available?

Yes. Free parking will be available all day.

How do I get there?

Address Bhaktivedanta Manor Hilfield Lane Watford Sat-Nav: WD25 8HE
Note: 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.
For Public Transport & Map, please CLICK HERE

Appearance of Sri Nrisimhadeva
2025-05-11
Sunday 11 May 2025
Sri 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.
Lord 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.
Nrisimha Caturdasi, the appearance of Sri Nrisimhadeva is a day to pray for protection and celebrate His glories.

Schedule (Subject to change)

Morning Program in Temple Room
4:30am – Mangal Arati
7am – Guru Puja
7.30am – Deity darshan
7:35am – Kirtan continues
8:00am – Drama by the Ladies ashram
8:25am – Harinam Procession to Sri Krishna Haveli
Morning Program in Sri Krishna Haveli
8:45am – Song by Jayadev Das
9am – Class by Bhakti Anugraha Janardana Swami
10am – Narasimha Kavach Yajna (until 11:30am)
Afternoon program in Sri Krishna Haveli
4:15pm – Srila Prabhupada Arrival & Kirtan
4.30pm – Drama by Junior Bhaktivedanta Players
5:15pm – Abhishek
6:15pm – Prasad Feast
7pm – Kirtan & Talk by Indradyumna Swami & Radhika-Ranjana Das
(Get the blessings of all vaisnavas, by sponsoring prasad. Contact bmf@krishnatemple.com)
Harinam & Book Distribution in Watford Town Centre
11:30am-1:30pm – Harinam
11:30am-3:30pm – Book Distribution
Darshan
Open from 7:30am-7:30pm
Fasting until dusk on this day
Prasad will contain grains

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Frequently asked questions

Will there be parking available?

Yes. Free parking will be available all day.

How do I get there?

The 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.
Address
Bhaktivedanta Manor
Hilfield Lane
Watford
Sat-Nav: WD25 8HE
For Public Transport & Map, please click the link below
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Disappearance of Sri Ramananda Ray
2025-05-17 16:00 - 19:30
Sat 17 May 2025

Ramananda Ray was a governor of South India and a great devotee of Krishna. When Lord Chaitanya went on His tour to South India, Sarvabhauma Bhattacharya told Him to meet Ramananda Ray. There the famous conversation took place in which Lord Chaitanya asked Ramananda Ray about the ultimate goal of life. Lord Chaitanya kept on urging him to say something higher, until finally he came to the understanding of pure love for Krishna. Ramananda Ray later gave up all his responsibilities and joined Lord Chaitanya in Jagannath Puri, spending many years as one of Lord Chaitanya’s closest associates. According to Vedic scriptures, He is considered to be an incarnation of Arjuna, the great warrior with whom Krishna spoke the Bhagavad-gita.

Schedule

Schedule
Temple Room
4pm – Kirtan
5:30pm – Skit Performance
6pm – Class by Taruna Krishna Das
7pm – Gaura Arati
Prasadam
5pm-6:30pm (Sri Krishna Haveli)

Frequently asked questions

Will there be parking available?

Yes. Free parking will be available all day.

How do I get there?

Address Bhaktivedanta Manor Hilfield Lane Watford Sat-Nav: WD25 8HE
Note: 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.
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Appearance of Srimati Gangamata Goswamini
2025-06-05 16:00 - 19:30
Thurs 5 June 2025

Srimati Gangamata Goswamini was a princess. From childhood she had a great attachment to studying the Srimad Bhagavatam and to Krishna.
When she grew up, she refused to marry anyone, for her only attachment was to Krishna. After her parents passed away she went to Vrindavan and took shelter of the great devotee Haridas Pandit who accepted her as his disciple. She gave up all of her riches and comforts, and constantly practiced devotional service with great austerity despite being a princess.
Pleased with her mature devotion, Haridas Pandit requested her to go to Puri to spread devotional service and remain there. She started speaking on the Bhagavatam and soon became so adored for her narrations that even the King came to listen. The King later became her disciple being inspired by Lord Jagannatha in a dream.

Schedule

Temple Room
4pm – Kirtan & Bhajans
5:30pm – Dance & Skit
6pm – Class by Madhu Kumari Devi Dasi
7pm – Gaura Arati
Prasadam
5pm-6:30pm (Sri Krishna Haveli)

Frequently asked questions

Will there be parking available?

Yes. Free parking will be available all day.

How do I get there?

Address Bhaktivedanta Manor Hilfield Lane Watford Sat-Nav: WD25 8HE
Note: 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.
For Public Transport & Map, please CLICK HERE

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Disappearance of Srila Bhaktivinoda Thakur
2025-06-25 16:00 - 19:30
Wed 25 June 2025
Srila Bhaktivinoda Thakur (1838-1914) is a prominent preceptor acharya in our succession of spiritual masters and disciples coming from Lord Krishna. He was a pioneering spiritual leader, a householder, a magistrate working in colonial India under the British rule, a prolific preacher, writer, and poet. He wrote volumes of books reintroducing the pure teachings of Lord Chaitanya at a time when those teachings had practically become lost. He composed hundreds of devotional songs glorifying Krishna to uplift the consciousness of the suffering people of this world. He corresponded with philosophers, theologians, leaders, scholars, and professors of his time and sent books, including The Life and Precepts of Lord Chaitanya, to university libraries in foreign countries, planting the seeds for a worldwide movement of Krishna consciousness. Bhaktivinoda Thakur discovered and excavated the birthplace of Lord Chaitanya. Along with his devoted wife, Bhagavati Devi, he raised ten children, including the illustrious Bhaktisiddhanta Saraswati Thakur, who would become a great spiritual leader in his own time and the spiritual master of ISKCON’s founder-acharya, His Divine Grace A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada.
Disappearance of Sri Gadhadhara Pandit
Also celebrated on this day is the Disappearance of Sri Gadadhara Pandit. Sri Gadadhara Pandita is among the group known as the Panca-tattva, consisting of Caitanya Mahaprabhu and four of His closest associates. Sri Gadadhara Pandita spent most of his life in Jagannatha Puri worshiping the Tota-Gopinatha Deity, who is still worshiped in Puri. Sri Gadadhara Pandita is considered an incarnation of Srimati Radharani, the eternal consort of Krishna.
(Fasting until noon on this day)

Schedule
Temple Room
4pm – Kirtan & Bhajans
5pm – Drama by the Ladies Ashram
5.30pm – Pushpanjali (Flower Offering)
6pm – Class by Govinda Das
7pm – Gaura Arati
Prasadam
5pm-6:30pm (Sri Krishna Haveli)

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a ticket to attend?

No ticket is required. Free for all to attend.

Will there be parking available?

Yes. Free parking will be available all day.

How do I get there?

Address
Bhaktivedanta Manor
Hilfield Lane
Watford
Sat-Nav: WD25 8HE
Note: 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.
For Public Transport & Map, please CLICK HERE

Snana Yatra
2025-07-06 09:15 - 17:00
Sunday 6 July 2025

Bathing ceremony for Lord Jagannatha, Baladeva, and Subhadra in the Sri Krishna Haveli at Bhaktivedanta Manor.

Schedule

9:15am – Arrival and Welcome of Jagannatha, Baladeva & Subhadra at Sri Krishna Haveli
9:45am – Abhishek Ceremony starts – (To bathe Jagannath join the queue between 9.15am – 12.15pm)
1pm – Abhishek Ceremony ends and Sringar
2pm – Raj Bhoga
2:25pm – Raj Bhoga Arati with Hathi Vesha Darshan (Elephant Outfit) & Kirtan
4pm – Vaikalika Bhoga
4:20pm – Dhupa Arati
4:45pm – Jagannatha, Baladeva & Subhadra depart
Ekadasi Prasadam will be served from 12pm-2pm
Guidelines for bathing during Snana-yatra
Please approach in a clean condition and follow the instructions of the pujaris. Do ask if you are unsure about anything.
Pujaris 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.
Young 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.
Do not touch the Deities.
Please 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).
Do 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.
Bathe from the top only. That means the head of the Deities only – not the feet or arms.
Do not take selfies/photos while bathing.
Please offer your obeisances off the stage.
Devotees 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.
Sri Sri Jagannatha Baladeva Subhadra ki jaya!

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Frequently asked questions

Do I need Tickets?

Tickets are not required

Will there be parking available?

Yes. Free parking will be available all day.

How do I get there?

Address
Bhaktivedanta Manor
Hilfield Lane
Watford
Sat-Nav: WD25 8HE
Note: 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.
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Disappearance of Srila Sanatana Goswami
2025-07-10 16:00 - 19:30
Thur 10 July 2025

Note: Guru (Vyasa) Purnima is also celebrated on this day

Schedule

Schedule
Temple Room
4pm – Kirtan & Bhajans
6pm – Class by Jaya Krishna Das
7pm – Gaura Arati
Prasadam
5pm-6:30pm (Sri Krishna Haveli)

Frequently asked questions

Will there be parking available?

Yes. Free parking will be available all day.

How do I get there?

Address Bhaktivedanta Manor Hilfield Lane Watford Sat-Nav: WD25 8HE
Note: 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.
For Public Transport & Map, please CLICK HERE

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Disappearance of Srila Gopala Bhatta Goswami
2025-07-15 16:00 - 19:30
Tues 15 July 2025

Schedule

Temple Room
4pm Bhajans & Kirtan
6pm Class by Kanchanabja Das
7pm Gaura Arati
Prasadam
5pm-6:30pm (Sri Krishna Haveli)

Frequently asked questions

Will there be parking available?

Yes. Free parking will be available all day.

How do I get there?

Address Bhaktivedanta Manor Hilfield Lane Watford Sat-Nav: WD25 8HE
Note: 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.
For Public Transport & Map, please CLICK HERE

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Jhulan Yatra
2025-08-05 - 2025-08-09
Tue 5 – Sat 9 August 2025

The four-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.
During 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.
Since 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.

Schedule

Morning 7am
Evening 4:45pm-6:15pm
Please bring your own flowers to offer to the deities

Frequently asked questions

Will there be parking available?

Yes. Free parking will be available all day.

How do I get there?

Address Bhaktivedanta Manor Hilfield Lane Watford Sat-Nav: WD25 8HE
Note: 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.
For Public Transport & Map, please CLICK HERE

Appearance of Lord Balarama
2025-08-09
Saturday 9 August 2025
The 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.
Lord 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.
Lord 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.
Balaram 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.

Schedule (Subject to change)
Morning Programme
4:30am – Mangal Arati
7am – Deity Greeting (Darshan)
7:05am – Jhulan Yatra (Final day)
7:45am – Guru puja
8:15am – Class in Seva Hall (Haveli) by HH Radhanath Swami (finishes at 9.45am)
11:00am – Harinam Sankirtan and Book distribution in Watford (See details below)
12:30pm – Arati
1:30pm – Lunch Feast (if you would like to sponsor the feast please get in touch with Govinda das 07305 361726)
Evening Programme
4:20pm – Arati
4:45pm – Jhulan Yatra (Final day) & Kirtans
6:00pm – Gulab Jamun Eating competition
7:00pm – Gaura Arati
Harinam & Book Distribution | Watford Town Centre
11am – 1pm: Harinam
11am – 5pm: Sit down kirtan, book and prasad distribution
(Get the blessings of all vaisnavas, by sponsoring prasad. Contact bmf@krishnatemple.com)
(Fasting until noon on this day)

Frequently asked questions

Will there be parking available?

Yes. Free parking will be available all day.

How do I get there?

Address
Bhaktivedanta Manor
Hilfield Lane
Watford
Sat-Nav: WD25 8HE
Note: 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.
For Public Transport & Map, please CLICK HERE

How do I donate towards the festival?

Thank you for thinking of donating! Please click the link below to donate
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Radhastami
2025-08-31
Sunday 31 August 2025
Srimati 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.
She 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.
On Radhastami day, devotees meditate on the exalted position of Srimati Radharani and offer prayers to her.

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Schedule
Temple Room
4:30am – Mangal Arati
6:45am – Kirtan procession with Srila Prabhupada to Haveli, where the programme continues
Sri Krishna Haveli
7am – Guru Puja
7:30am – Deity Greeting
8am – Radhika-Stava by Gurukula Children
8:15am – Song by Jayadev Das
8:30am – Class by Bhanu Swami
9:45am – Abhishek (until 11am)
1pm – Lunch Prasad
Harinam & Book Distribution | Watford Town Centre
11am – 1pm
Evening Programme | Sri Krishna Haveli
4:30pm – Kirtan / Srila Prabhupada and Deities go to Haveli
5pm – Class by Mondakini Devi Dasi
6pm – Flower Offerings & Cake Distribution (please bring your own flowers for the offering)
7pm – Finish
(Fasting until noon on this day)
If you would like to sponsor the prasad on this day for all the devotees please email bmf@krishnatemple.com or call Vaisnava das on 07305361726.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a ticket to attend?

No ticket is required. Free for all to attend.

Will there be parking available?

Yes. Free parking will be available all day.

How do I get there?

Address
Bhaktivedanta Manor
Hilfield Lane
Watford
Sat-Nav: WD25 8HE
Note: 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.
For Public Transport & Map, please CLICK HERE

How do I donate towards the festival?

Thank you for thinking of donating! Please click the link below to donate
Donate here

Appearance of Sri Vamanadeva
2025-09-04 16:00 - 19:30
Thurs 4 September 2025

Note: The Appearance of Srila Jiva Goswami is also celebrated on this day

Schedule

Temple Room
4pm – Kirtan
5:30pm – Worship of Sri Vamanadeva
6pm – Class: ‘The Lord who measured the Universe’ by Vrindavan Chandra Goswami
7pm – Gaura Arati
Prasadam
5pm-6:30pm (Sri Krishna Haveli)

Frequently asked questions

Will there be parking available?

Yes. Free parking will be available all day.

How do I get there?

Address Bhaktivedanta Manor Hilfield Lane Watford Sat-Nav: WD25 8HE
Note: 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.
For Public Transport & Map, please CLICK HERE

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Appearance of Srila Bhaktivinoda Thakur
2025-09-05 16:00 - 19:30
Fri 5 September 2025

Schedule

Temple Room
4pm – Kirtan
5:30pm – Pushpanjali
6pm – Class: ‘Our Dear Great Grandfather’ by Vrindavan Chandra Goswami
7pm – Gaura Arati
Prasadam
5pm-6:30pm (Sri Krishna Haveli)

Frequently asked questions

Will there be parking available?

Yes. Free parking will be available all day.

How do I get there?

Address Bhaktivedanta Manor Hilfield Lane Watford Sat-Nav: WD25 8HE
Note: 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.
For Public Transport & Map, please CLICK HERE

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Month of Kartik
2025-10-06 - 2025-11-05
6 October – 5 November 2025

During this time, pilgrims come from far and wide to offer a lamp to Mother Yasoda and Lord Krishna, and also increase their spiritual activities. The importance of this month is described extensively in the scriptures, especially in Srila Rupa Goswami’s Mathura Mahatmya.
Every day, devotees come to the Temple and offer a candle to Lord Damodara and read Krishna book. The Damodarastakam, a series of eight beautiful verses by the great sage Satyavrata Muni, is sung daily in the morning and evening.

Daily Schedule

Morning – Candle offering – 7am – 7:20am
Evening – Candle offering – 4:20pm – 7:30pm
Krishna Book reading- Prabhupada’s Rooms – 7:30pm – 8:30pm
Notes:
Candles will be provided free of charge to everyone. Please do not bring your own candles, lamps or ghee wicks for offering. One candle per person.
Offerings 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.
Children under 5 will not be given a candle. Children must be supervised at all times.
Offering times and locations may vary on festival days

Krishna Book Reading – 7:30pm-8:30pm , in Śrīla Prabhupāda’s darshan room.

This year at Bhaktivedanta Manor, during the whole month of Kartik, we will be reading from Kṛṣṇa, the Supreme Personality of Godhead, book, famously known as the Krishna book. This is a Summary Study of Śrīla Vyāsadeva’s Śrīmad-Bhāgavatam, Tenth Canto, by His Divine Grace A. C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupāda, Founder-Ācārya of the International Society for Krishna Consciousness.
Please come and join us in reading the stories about Lord Krishna in the very same rooms where Śrīla Prabhupāda translated many of his books.
Śrīmad-Bhāgavatam 2.1.1 purport: Wherever the Ganges waters go, they purify the land and the person who bathes in them. Similarly, kṛṣṇa-kathā, or the topics of Kṛṣṇa, are so pure that wherever they are spoken, the place, the hearer, the inquirer, the speaker and all concerned become purified.
Times and locations may vary on festival days

Listen to the story of Kartik

Created by Bhaktivedanta Players. Listen to the audio drama of Damodara-Lila, the story of Kartik.

https://www.krishnatemple.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Damodar-Lila.mp3-1-2.mp3

Appearance of Radha Kunda
2025-10-14 16:00 - 19:30
Tues 14 October 2025

Note: The Appearance of Sri Virabhadra & Bahulastami are also celebrated on this day

Schedule

Subject to change
Temple Room
4:00 pm – Kirtan
5:30pm – Drama
6:00pm – Class by Govinda Vallabha Devi Dasi
7pm – Gaura Arati
Prasadam
5pm-6:30pm (Sri Krishna Haveli)

Frequently asked questions

Will there be parking available?

Yes. Free parking will be available all day.

How do I get there?

Address Bhaktivedanta Manor Hilfield Lane Watford Sat-Nav: WD25 8HE
Note: 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.
For Public Transport & Map, please CLICK HERE

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Diwali Darshan
2025-10-21 10:00 - 19:30
Tues 21 October 2025

Diwali 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.
The Diwali festival will be celebrated on 19th October at the temple.
On 21st October we will not be having festivities, the temple will remain open for darshan for all who want to come and take darshan.

Schedule

Subject to change
Darshan: 10am-7:30pm
Farm: 10am-6pm
Café: 10am-7:30pm
No stage program or fireworks

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Frequently asked questions

Do I need a ticket to attend?

No ticket required.

Will there be parking available?

Yes. Free parking will be available all day.

How do I get there?

Address Bhaktivedanta Manor Hilfield Lane Watford Sat-Nav: WD25 8HE
Note: 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.
For Public Transport & Map, please CLICK HERE

Annakuta & Govardhana Puja
2025-10-22
Wednesday 22 October 2025

Govardhana Puja, Go-Puja and Annakuta are all connected with the story of Lord Krishna lifting Govardhana Hill to protect the inhabitants of Vrindavan. On this day, a small hill of sweets is made from food prepared by the devotees, which is then offered to the Deities, and subsequently distributed to everyone. This is known as the “annakuta” ceremony. Cows are honoured as part of the festivities as well.

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Schedule

No Ticket Required for entry
Annakuta Darshan: 8am-5pm
Darshan: 8am-7.30pm
Temple Room
Mangal Arati: 4.30am
Morning Program (Sri Krishna Haveli)
5.15am – Procession to Haveli with Srila Prabhupada followed by Japa
6.45am – Guru Puja
7.00am – Damodarastakam
7.30am – Darshan in the Haveli on the screen
7.35am – Festival Class
8.45am – Govardhana Puja
9.15am – Go Puja in the Goshalla Barn
Prasad Notice
Small amounts of Annakuta prasad will be distributed to the visitors. Prasad feast is at 7pm (evening). Please note there will be no prasad / meal served in the day, and there will be no food served in the Café.
Evening Program (Sri Krishna Haveli)
4.30pm – Procession to Haveli with Srila Prabhupada followed by Kirtan
4.45pm – Mantra Choir with Jayadev Das
5.00pm – Drama by the Junior Bhaktivedanta Players
5.30pm – Class by Jayadvaita Swami
6.30pm – Damodarastakam & Candle Offerings
7.00pm – Feast
New Gokul Farm (Goshalla)
9am-7:30pm

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Frequently asked questions

Do I need a ticket to attend?

No ticket required

Will there be parking available?

Yes. Free parking will be available all day.

How do I get there?

Address
Bhaktivedanta Manor
Hilfield Lane
Watford
Sat-Nav: WD25 8HE
Note: 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.
For Public Transport & Map, please CLICK HERE

Disappearance of Srila Prabhupada
2025-10-25
Saturday 25 October 2025

His 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 disappearance of Srila Prabhupada, the Founder-Acharya of The International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON), is reflected on by devotees around the world with heartfelt appreciations and chanting of the holy names of the Lord, appreciating his profound influence on their lives.

Schedule
Temple Room
4.30am – Mangal Arati by Srila Prabhupada
7.00am – Darshan
7.05am – Damodarastakam
8.00am – Guru Puja
8.30am – Procession to Haveli with Srila Prabhupada
Sri Krishna Haveli
8.45am – Class by Srila Prabhupada
9.15am – Offerings by devotees
12.15pm – Abhishek of Srila Prabhupada (Prabhupada disciples only)
1.00pm – Pushpanjali & Guru Puja
1.45pm – Feast
Srila Prabhupada’s Rooms
6.00pm – Kirtan and offerings
7.23pm – Arati and Gurvastakam
Harinam & Book Distribution
3pm – 5:30pm – Book Distribution & Kirtan: Watford Town Centre
(Meeting Point: 45-47 High St, Watford WD17 2DJ)
(Fasting until noon on this day)

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a ticket to attend?

No ticket is required. Free for all to attend.

Will there be parking available?

Yes. Free parking will be available all day.

How do I get there?

Address Bhaktivedanta Manor Hilfield Lane Watford Sat-Nav: WD25 8HE
Note: 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.
For Public Transport & Map, please CLICK HERE

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Appearance of Sri Nityananda Prabhu
2026-01-30
Fri 30 Jan 2026 | Schedule

Schedule is subject to change
Temple Room
4:30am – Mangal Arati
7am – Guru Puja
7:30am – Darshan
8am – Procession to Haveli with Srila Prabhupada
Sri Krishna Haveli
8:15am – Song by Gurukula Children
8:30am – Song by Jayadev Das
8:45am – Class by Rupa Vilasa Das
9:45am – Abhishek of Gaura Nitai Deities
Harinam & Book Distribution
11am-1pm – in Watford Town Centre
Prasadam (Sri Krishna Haveli)
7:35am – Breakfast
1:30pm – Lunch Feast
(Get the blessings of all vaisnavas, by sponsoring prasad. Contact bmf@krishnatemple.com)
24 Hour Kirtan | Temple Room
4am until 4am
Darshan | Temple Room
7:30am – 7:30pm

About Sri Nityananda Prabhu

Sri Nityananda Prabhu appeared as the main associate of Lord Caitanya as they propagated the congregational chanting of the holy names of the Lord. He is non-different from Lord Balarama, who appears as the older brother of Lord Sri Krishna, the Supreme Personality of Godhead.
On Nityananda Trayodasi (the appearance of Sri Nityananda Prabhu) His past-times are meditated on and celebrated, and prayers are made to receive His mercy.

Frequently asked questions

Will there be parking available?

Yes. Free parking will be available all day.

How do I get there?

Address Bhaktivedanta Manor Hilfield Lane Watford Sat-Nav: WD25 8HE
Note: 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.
For Public Transport & Map, please CLICK HERE

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Appearance of Srila Bhaktisiddhanta Sarasvati Thakur
2026-02-06 16:00 - 19:30
Friday 6 February 2026

Bhaktisiddhanta Sarasvati Thakura was the spiritual master of His Divine Grace A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada, the Founder-Acharya of ISKCON. Srila Bhaktisiddhanta Saraswati Thakura powerfully spread the teachings of Chaitanya Mahaprabhu in the early twentieth century.
Meeting with scholars, educators, and other leaders and writing over 108 essays and books, he strove to present Krishna consciousness as a science to be highly esteemed. He established 64 temples, known as Gaudiya Maths, inside and outside of India.
We celebrate the Appearance Day of Srila Bhaktisiddhanta Sarasvati Thakur with kirtans, bhajans, a special class, guru puja, pushpanjali and a drama.

Schedule

Location: Temple Room
4pm – Bhajans and Kirtan
4:30pm – Recitals, songs, biography, and drama from the life of Srila Bhaktisiddhanta Sarasvati Thakur
6:30pm – Pushpanjali
7pm – Arati
Light prasadam served from 5pm – 6:30pm (in the Sri Krishna Haveli)

Frequently asked questions

Will there be parking available?

Yes. Free parking will be available all day.

How do I get there?

Address Bhaktivedanta Manor Hilfield Lane Watford Sat-Nav: WD25 8HE
Note: 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.
For Public Transport & Map, please CLICK HERE

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Disappearance of Srila Jagannatha das Babaji
2026-02-18 16:30 - 21:00
Wednesday 18 February 2026

Location: Temple Room
4:30pm – Bhajans and Krishna-katha
4:30pm – Special class on the life of Srila Jagannatha das Babaji
6:30pm – Pushpanjali
7pm Arati
Light prasadam served from 5pm – 6:30pm (in the Sri Krishna Haveli)

About

Srila Jagannatha dasa Babaji Maharaja was renowned as a perfectly realised soul. In his place of worship in Vrindavana he would sometimes chant continuously for three days and nights without eating or sleeping.
After Srila Bhaktivinoda Thakura had tentatively located the appearance place of Sri Caitanya Mahaprabhu, despite his advanced age Srila Jagannatha dasa Babaji Maharaja confirmed the location by dancing in ecstasy at the spot. His ecstatic dancing was taken as a sign of the authenticity of Mahaprabhu’s appearance place.
Throughout his long life, with great love Srila Jagannatha dasa Babaji constantly told others about the holy name, fame, qualities and pastimes of Sri Caitanya Mahaprabhu. Srila Bhaktivinoda Thakura accepted Srila Jagannatha dasa Babaji as his siksha guru.

Frequently asked questions

Will there be parking available?

Yes. Free parking will be available all day.

How do I get there?

Address Bhaktivedanta Manor Hilfield Lane Watford Sat-Nav: WD25 8HE
Note: 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.
For Public Transport & Map, please CLICK HERE

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Gaura Purnima
2026-03-03
Tues 3 Mar 2026

Gaura 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.
Gaura 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.
No ticket required
Note: There will be no rang mela (throwing of coloured powders) or Holika Dahan on this day.

Schedule

24 hour kirtan | Temple Room
4am-4am – 24 hour kirtan
Morning Program | Temple Room
4:30am – Mangal Arati
7am – Guru Puja
7:30am – Darshan
7:45am – Procession to Haveli with Srila Prabhupada
Morning Program | Sri Krishna Haveli
8am – Words of Welcome by Visakha Dasi
8:10am – Bharat Natyam Dance (Jai Jai Jagannath Sacira Nandana)
8:20am – Song by Jayadev Das
8:45am – Class by Rama Raya Das
Evening Program | Sri Krishna Haveli
3:45pm – Procession to Haveli with Srila Prabhupada
4pm – Song by the Gurukula Children
4:15pm – Drama: ‘Advent of Lord Chaitanya’ by Junior Bhaktivedanta Players
5pm – Abhishek
6pm – Class
7pm – Gaura Arati (Temple Room)
Prasadam | Sri Krishna Haveli
6:30pm – Evening Prasad
(Get the blessings of all vaisnavas, by sponsoring prasad. Contact bmf@krishnatemple.com)
Harinam & Book Distribution | Watford Town Centre
11am-3pm
Darshan
7am-7:30pm
Note: There will be no Holika bonfire and rang mela (throwing of coloured powders)
(Fasting until moonrise on this day)

Frequently asked questions

Will there be parking available?

Yes. Free parking will be available all day.

How do I get there?

Address Bhaktivedanta Manor Hilfield Lane Watford Sat-Nav: WD25 8HE
Note: 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.
For Public Transport & Map, please CLICK HERE

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Appearance of Sri Srivas Pandit
2026-03-11 16:30 - 19:30
Wed 11 Mar 2026

Location: Temple Room
4.30pm – Bhajans & Katha
5.30pm – Talk by Kripamoya Das
6.30pm – A Dramatic re-telling by Jaya Krsna Das & Friends
7pm – Gaura Arati
Prasadam served from 5pm – 6:30pm (in the Sri Krishna Haveli)

Srila Prabhupada introduced his followers to the Panca Tattva, five transcendental truths, namely Sri Chaitanya Mahaprabhu (the Supreme Person), Nityananda Prabhu (His expansion), Advaita Acharya (His incarnation), Gadadhara (His internal energy) and Srivasa Pandita (His devotee). There are innumerable unalloyed devotees of the Lord and they’re all headed by Srivasa Pandita.
Srivasa Pandita, who’s described as an incarnation of Narada Muni, played an important role in Sri Chaitanya’s pastimes. Krishnadasa Kaviraja Gosvami describes that before Sri Chaitanya accepted the renounced order of life, He “regularly led congregational chanting of the Hare Kṛṣṇa mahā-mantra in the house of Śrīvāsa Ṭhākura every night for one full year.” Sometimes Srivasa would please Sri Chaitanya by describing to Him the transcendental mellows of the pastimes of Krishna in Śrī Vṛndāvana.

Frequently asked questions

Will there be parking available?

Yes. Free parking will be available all day.

How do I get there?

Address Bhaktivedanta Manor Hilfield Lane Watford Sat-Nav: WD25 8HE
Note: 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.
For Public Transport & Map, please CLICK HERE

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