Bhaktivedanta Manor - Hare Krishna Temple Watford

Appearance of Sri Advaita Acharya
2024-02-15 16:30 - 21:30 (Europe/London) | Bhaktivedanta Manor, Hilfield Lane, Watford, WD258EZ, United Kingdom
Thursday 15 February 2024

Advaita Acharya appeared in fifteenth century Bengal, India, as a teacher of Krishna consciousness. He is frequently mentioned in the biography of Lord Chaitanya, “Chaitanya Charitamrita”, as an intimate associate of Lord Chaitanya.
Sri Advaita worshiped Krishna on the banks of the Ganges with Ganges water and Tulasi leaves, crying out and begging for the Lord to come save the suffering souls. In response to Sri Advaita Acharya’s devotion and compassion, Krishna decided to appear, in the form of His own devotee — Chaitanya Mahaprabhu.

Schedule

Location: Temple Room
7:30am – Special class on Advaita Acharya by Sacinandana Swami
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4:30pm – Kirtan
5:30pm – Bhajan
6pm – Special class on Advaita Acharya by Kartik Chandra Das
7pm – Gaura Arati
7:30pm – Kirtan
9:30pm – Finish
Prasadam served from 4:30pm – 7pm (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

Preview from previous festivals

Celebration of Sri Ram Mandir
2024-01-22 16:30 - 19:30 | Bhaktivedanta Manor, Hilfield Lane, Watford, WD258EZ, United Kingdom
Monday 22 January 2024

On January 22nd 2024, the momentous occasion of the installation of Lord Rama in the newly built Ram Mandir of Ayodhya will take place.
To mark the event, the temple will be decorated with lights and everyone is invited to celebrate at Bhaktivedanta Manor. From 4:30pm to 6:30pm there will be a pushpa abhishek (flower offering) that everyone can participate in. We encourage you to bring your own flowers to offer Lord Rama.
4:30pm – 6:30pm: Pushpa Abhishek (Flower Offering) & Kirtans for Lord Rama | Temple Room
4:30pm – 7:30pm: Prasadam | Seva Hall, Sri Krishna Haveli

Donate towards flowers and prasad

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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New Year's Day Darshan
2024-01-01 09:00 - 21:00 | Bhaktivedanta Manor, Hilfield Lane, Watford, WD258EZ, United Kingdom
Monday 1 January 2024

Start the new year with darshan of their lordships, Sri Sri Radha Gokulananda, Sri Sri Sita Rama Lakshman Hanuman, & Sri Sri Gaura Nitai.
No ticket required
Darshan open from 9am-9pm
Avoid peak periods between
12pm-2pm
4pm-5pm
Goshalla / Cafe & Gift Shop will be open
9am – 8pm
Prasad
To keep the Car Parks flowing Prasad will be offered to everyone to take away on the drive out.
Gardens / Playground / Access to other areas will be restricted

Bus from Stanmore

There will be a bus service running from Stanmore to the Manor. If you’d like to book your tickets, please click the link below

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Frequently asked questions

Will I need a ticket?

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

New Year's Eve Kirtan
2023-12-31 18:00 - 23:59 | Bhaktivedanta Manor, Hilfield Lane, Watford, WD258EZ, United Kingdom
Sunday 31 December 2023

Join us for an evening of kirtan, drama, and celebration to bring in the new year with Krishna consciousness at the centre.

Schedule

Subject to change
6pm – Guru Puja
6:30pm – Drama by Junior Bhaktivedanta Players
7pm – Kirtan
9:30pm – An Evening with S.B. Keshava Swami
10:45pm – Kirtan
12:15am – Finish
Prasadam: Served from 6pm-8:30pm

Live Stream

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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?

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

Related events

Disappearance of Srila Jagannatha das BabajiFebruary 18 @ 4:30 pm - 9:00 pmSunday Love FeastFebruary 22Weddings & Events Exhibition 2026February 28 @ 11:00 am - 6:00 pmGaura Purnima / Holika Dahan (Festival)March 1Gaura PurnimaMarch 3

Gita Jayanti Yajna - Bhagavad-gita Recitation
2023-12-30 | Bhaktivedanta Manor, Hilfield Lane, Watford, WD258EZ, United Kingdom
Saturday 30 December 2023

Conclude 2023 with a spiritual recharge, ready for 2024!
Join us for the immersive recitation of the entire Bhagavad-gita
Gita Jayanti includes:
– Recitation of the Gita
– Summaries of the Chapters

– Fire yajna (Havan)
– Your sponsored family name displayed
– Your copy of the Gita offered

To participate, we invite you to sponsor Bhagavad-gita’s, for the spiritual benefit of society

Sponsor Bhagavad Gita’s

Schedule

Doors: 8am
Recitation begins: 8:30am
Breaks every 6 chapters
Recitation Ends / Lunch: 2pm

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About the Bhagavad-Gita
Bhagavad Gita is organised into 18 chapters and contains 700 verses. The Gita can also be divided into three sections (6 chapters each):
Section 1: Karma Yoga
Section 2: Bhakti Yoga
Section 3: Jnana Yoga
The 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.
The daily reading of Bhagavad Gita together with chanting the Hare Krishna mantra can bring about rapid spiritual advancement for any person.
Out 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.
“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.
We invite you to explore this marvellous work.

Refresh 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.
Gita 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.
The 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.
In 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.
The mind, intelligence and senses are discussed in terms of their strengths and limitations, and guidelines are given for their intended use.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a ticket to attend?

No ticket is required. We ask everyone to sponsor Bhagavad-gita’s to participate.

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

Preview from previous festivals

Wedding Fair
2023-12-16 11:00 - 16:00 | Sri Krishna Haveli, Hilfield Lane, Watford, WD258EZ, United Kingdom
Saturday 16 December 2023

Planning a Wedding event for 2024/2025?
It’s Wedding exhibition time at the Sri Krishna Haveli, Bhaktivedanta Manor.
We can’t wait to welcome you to our superb wedding venue in Watford. A spiritual oasis surrounded by gorgeous gardens in the Hertfordshire countryside.
Experts in Asian catering, wedding, and evening planning. Get ready to meet the team, gain inspiration from a variety of suppliers and plan your dream wedding right here with us.
Free Entry – Free Parking – Free Food Tasting
+ a gift bag for all couples attending on the day.
Meet our team & suppliers

Wedding Photographers
Make-up
Mehndi
Mandaps
Music / Musicians

For more information: weddings@krishnatemple.com

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

Krishna’s Winter Market
2023-12-09 10:00 - 17:00 | Bhaktivedanta Manor, Hilfield Lane, Watford, WD258EZ, United Kingdom
Saturday 9 December 2023

KRISHNA’S WINTER MARKET IS BACK! Bigger and better than before!
On Saturday 9 December, we will host our annual Krishna’s Winter Market at Sri Krishna Haveli from 10am to 5pm. There will be stalls featuring everything from clothes, jewellery and handmade cosmetics to handicrafts, religious paraphernalia and books and toys for children.
We will also be serving up delicious festive treats like mince pies, waffles, cookies and donuts and mouth watering dabeli and samosa chaat. It’s a fun day out for the family that’s not to be missed!

Want to have a stall?

If you’re interested in having a stall, then please fill in the application form:

Application Form

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

Preview from previous festivals

My Sweet Lord: The Spiritual Journey of George Harrison
2023-11-29 19:00 - 22:00 | Bhaktivedanta Manor, Hilfield Lane, Watford, WD258EZ, United Kingdom
Wednesday 29 November 2023

Inspired by India’s ancient wisdom and the practice of mantra meditation, George Harrison became known as the ‘Spiritual Beatle’.
In celebration of 50 years of Bhaktivedanta Manor, ISKCON – The International Society For Krishna Consciousness – have created a show that will explore the spiritual journey of the Liverpool lad who ended up purchasing and donating Bhaktivedanta Manor in Hertfordshire to the UK Hare Krishna movement.
This evening will be an enlightening exploration of George’s spiritual side, featuring songs, stories, lyrics, interviews with George and of course, mantra meditation. “My Sweet Lord: The Spiritual Journey of George Harrison” – had it’s premiere at the Liverpool Philarmonic Hall in February 2023 to coincide with George Harrison’s 80th Birthday and is now being performed live a the Haveli
To read more about George Harrison and his special link to Bhaktivedanta Manor & Srila Prabhupada, then click the button below.

Read about George

What to expect?

An evening of live music, tributes, and words in celebration of the spiritual journey of George Harrison. A hot vegetarian meal will be served from 7pm.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a ticket to attend?

No ticket required – Free entry for everyone.

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

Sunday Love Feast (CANCELLED)
2023-11-26 16:30 - 18:30 | Sri Krishna Haveli, Hilfield Lane, Watford, WD258EZ, United Kingdom
Notice: Due to a power outage in the Sri Krishna Haveli, this event has been cancelled. Apologies for any inconvenience caused.
Every Sunday – 4:30pm-6:30pm | Sri Krishna Haveli

Last entry 4:45pm
Join us every Sunday in the Sri Krishna Haveli. There will be two hours filled with chanting & dancing, enlivening wisdom, culture & entertainment, and of course the delicious prasadam (feast).
This will be a family friendly event, with something for everyone. A chance for the community to come together, as well as something interesting and inspiring for the newcomer.
Please note that simple maha-prasadam will be available for all visitors, however the full meal (feast prasadam) will only be for attendees of the full program.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a ticket to attend?

No ticket is required. Free for all to attend.

What time is prasadam served?

Prasadam will be served at 7pm. Please note that simple maha-prasadam will be available for all visitors, however the full meal (feast prasadam) will only be for attendees of the full program.

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

Preview from previous events

'Journey of Self Discovery - Workshop' - Milton Keynes
2023-11-26 16:30 - 18:30 | Oldbook Centre, Oldbrook Centre, Oldbrook, Milton Keynes, MK6 2QA
Sunday 26 November 2023
Oldbrook Centre, Oldbrook, Milton Keynes MK6 2QA
Bhaktivedanta Manor is pleased to offer and welcome everyone to a special “Chant & Be Happy” mantra meditation workshop designed specially for the residents in and around Milton Keynes.
We will be holding this event on a Saturday evening to allow you the opportunity to uplift your inner and real self. This workshop is for every age group and include kirtan, quiz, spiritual insights and drama, there will be something for everyone!
We will also close the evening with a sumptuous vegetarian feast
Please note there are no charges for these events but don’t forget to register as we have a (free) ticket-based entry so we know you are attending and make sure we serve one and all to our best capacity.
For any further questions, please email bv@krishnatemple.com

Register

Disappearance of Srila Prabhupada
2023-11-16 | Bhaktivedanta Manor, Hilfield Lane, Watford, WD258EZ, United Kingdom
Thursday 16 November 2023

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 – Mangala Arati (by Srila Prabhupada)
7am – Deity Greeting
7:05am – Candle offering
7:25am – Guru Puja
8:10am – Class by Srila Prabhupada
9am – Offerings to Srila Prabhupada
11am – Abhishek / Pushpanjali
1:00pm – Feast (Prasadam) in Sri Krishna Haveli
4:30pm – Candle offerings for Kartik
Harinam & Book Distribution
2:45pm – Meet outside Caffè Nero (100-102 High St, Watford, WD17 2BW)
Srila Prabhupada’s rooms
6pm – Kirtan and offerings
7:20pm – Arati

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

Preview from previous festivals

Diwali / Annakuta & Govardhana Puja
2023-11-14 | Bhaktivedanta Manor, Hilfield Lane, Watford, WD258EZ, United Kingdom
Schedule

Tuesday 14 November 2023 – Diwali / Annakuta & Govardhana Puja

Temple Room
Mangal Arati: 4:30am-5am (no ticket required)
Annakuta Darshan: 8am-5pm (ticket required only between 10am-5pm)
Darshan: 8am – 7:30pm (ticket required only between 10am-5pm)
Candle Offerings for Kartik: 4:30pm-7:30pm
Sri Krishna Haveli
7am – Guru Puja & Kirtan
7:30am – Giriraj Darshan & Deity Greeting
8am – Candle Offering
9am onwards – Festivities (Class, Kirtan etc.)
10am – Govardhana-puja (Circumambulating the Hill)
(No ticket required before 10am – free ticket required only between 10am-5pm)
Goshala (Farm)
10am onwards – Go Puja (every hour until 4pm)
Prasadam
Served throughout the day
Café
10am-7:30pm

Tuesday 14 November 2023

Free ticket required for entry between 10am-5pm
If you arrive before 10am, or after 5pm, no ticket is required

Book your free ticket

Celebrating Diwali / Annakuta & Govardhana Puja
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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Ticketing Info

Why do I need a ticket?

– By booking your time slot, this helps us create a better and smoother experience for you, with shorter queues.
– Reduces heavy traffic in the surrounding area, making it easier for you to attend and creates less disruption for locals and non festival-goers.
– Helps us to be less wasteful, as we can prepare appropriate quantities of resources and prasadam (sanctified food).

What are the ticket times?

A ticket is required to enter Bhaktivedanta Manor between 10am-5pm.

Do children need tickets?

Tickets are not required for children under 5.

What happens if I arrive without a ticket?

In order to enter Bhaktivedanta Manor on this day (between 10am-5pm), 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 not be allowed entry into the festival site.

Can I come for Mangal Arati & Guru Puja?

Yes. You are welcome to come to Bhaktivedanta Manor before 10am. But if you arrive during the event time (10am–5pm), 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.

What if our group is larger than the number of tickets available per booking?

After your fist booking, you can book again, choosing the same time slot, make two or more separate bookings to ensure your full party has tickets.

How long can I stay?

You are welcome to stay and enjoy the festivities for as long as you like. Your ticket time only relates to your arrival time.

What if I arrive earlier / later than my booked arrival time?

If 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.

How can I cancel tickets?

If you are having trouble cancelling the tickets 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.

Shuttle Service

We will be running a limited shuttle service from Stanmore Station to Bhaktivedanta Manor (and back). Starting from 10am and with the final return at 1:30pm. Click below for more details and booking.

Shuttle Service

Frequently asked questions

About the Festival

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.

Do I need a ticket to attend?

A ticket will be required for this event.

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

Diwali Darshan
2023-11-13 10:00 - 19:30 | Bhaktivedanta Manor, Hilfield Lane, Watford, WD258EZ, United Kingdom
Monday 13 November 2023

The 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.

Schedule

Darshan: 10am-7:30pm
Farm: 10am-6pm
Café: 10am-7:30pm
No stage program or fireworks
No ticket required on this day (Please book your free ticket for Tuesday 14 November celebrations)

Tickets for Tues 14 November – Celebrations

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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

Sunday Love Feast - Diwali Special
2023-11-12 16:30 - 18:30 | Sri Krishna Haveli, Hilfield Lane, Watford, WD258EZ, United Kingdom
Every Sunday – 4:30pm-6:30pm | Sri Krishna Haveli

Last entry 4:45pm
Happy diwali, the Sunday love feast celebrates the homecoming of lord rama!!
Special Ramayana drama, rama katha, and kirtans!! 4:30-6:30 concluding with a love feast!
Join us every Sunday in the Sri Krishna Haveli. There will be two hours filled with chanting & dancing, enlivening wisdom, culture & entertainment, and of course the delicious prasadam (feast).
This will be a family friendly event, with something for everyone. A chance for the community to come together, as well as something interesting and inspiring for the newcomer.
Please note that simple maha-prasadam will be available for all visitors, however the full meal (feast prasadam) will only be for attendees of the full program.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a ticket to attend?

No ticket is required. Free for all to attend.

What time is prasadam served?

Prasadam will be served at 7pm. Please note that simple maha-prasadam will be available for all visitors, however the full meal (feast prasadam) will only be for attendees of the full program.

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

Preview from previous events

Month of Kartik
2023-10-28 - 2023-11-27 | Bhaktivedanta Manor, Hilfield Lane, Watford, WD258EZ, United Kingdom
Saturday 28 October – Monday 27 November 2023

During 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.
Every 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.

Daily Schedule

Morning
7am
Evening
4:20pm – 7:30pm
Notes:
Candles will be provided free of charge to everyone please do not bring your own candles, lamps or ghee wicks for offering.
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.
Offering times and locations may vary on festival days

Lord Nrsimhadeva is Coming - TOVP
2023-10-08 14:00 - 16:00 | Bhaktivedanta Manor, Hilfield Lane, Watford, WD258EZ, United Kingdom
Sunday 8 October 2023 | 2pm-4pm

The historic Grand Opening of Lord Nrsimhadeva Wing in Feb 2024 is part of the greater TOVP 2024 Marathon to open the temple in 2024. This is a crucial stage towards that goal, and we request all devotees to come together for this fundraiser and give to help complete the Lord Nrsimhadeva Wing for the pleasure of Srila Prabhupada.
Lord Nrsimhadeva is coming
Join us for a special program as part of the TOVP (Temple of the Vedic Planetarium) tour and take darshan of the Satari (helmet) of Mayapur Nrsimhadeva, non-different from the Lord Himself, as well as Lord Nityananda’s Padukas (shoes).

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

Preview from previous festivals

Shraddha
2023-09-29 - 2023-10-14 | Bhaktivedanta Manor, Hilfield Lane, Watford, WD258EZ, United Kingdom
29 Sep – 14 Oct

Shraddha is a time for expressing our love and gratitude to our departed family members by making offerings to help them on their onward journey.
Shraddha lasts for one fortnight from the beginning of the lunar month of Ashwin, which this years falls from the 29 September until the 14 October inclusive.
More information – What is Shraddha?

Ceremony at Bhaktivedanta Manor
There will be daily Shraddha ceremonies at the temple.
The ceremony will be led by a priest consisting of
Sankalpa, Pitri Tarpana (offering of Water to ancestors ) & Go Puja / feeding of the cows.
Please book in advance so we can make sure that we have enough facilities.
Book for – Purnima Shraddha Puja on Sep 29, 11:30 AM
Book for – Pratipad Shraddha Puja on Sep 30, 11:30 AM
Book for – Dwitiya Shraddha Puja on Oct 01, 2:00 PM
Book for – Trititya Shraddha Puja on Oct 02, 5:30 PM
Book for – Chaturthi Shraddha Puja on Oct 03, 5:30 PM
Book for – Panchami Shraddha Puja on Oct 04, 5:30 PM
Book for – Sasthi Shraddha Puja on Oct 05, 5:30 PM
Book for – Saptami Shraddha Puja on Oct 06, 5:30 PM
Book for – Astami Shraddha Puja on Oct 07, 11:30 AM
Book for – Navami Shraddha Puja on Oct 08, 11:30 AM
Book for – Dasami Shraddha Puja on Oct 09, 5:30 PM
Ekadasi – We dont do Shraddha Puja on Ekadasi (if your shraddha falls on this day please book last day of puja)
Book for – Dvadasi Shraddha Puja on Oct 11, 5:30 PM
Book for – Trayodasi Shraddha Puja on Oct 12, 5:30 PM
Book for – Chaturdasi Shraddha Puja on Oct 13, 5:30 PM
Book for – Sarva Pitru Amavasya Shraddha Puja – Oct 14, 4:30 PM
If you have any queries, contact us at bmf@krishnatemple.com or phone 01923 851008.
If you are not sure of the day that shraddha should be performed for your family member you can come on the last day, which is known as Sarva Pitru Amavasya.
Please book in advance so we can make sure that we have enough facilities.

Donate for Shraddha

Food Items you can donate for Shraddha
Atta/Flour – Elephant Atta Medium
Ghee (cow ghee)
Rice (basmati)
Dal – mung Dal, toor Dal,
Oils – sunflower oil, olive oil,
Spices – Jeera (cumin), mustard, sesame seeds, Black pepper,
Nuts – Cashew, Almonds, Peanuts
Dried Fruits

About Śrāddha at Bhaktivedanta Manor
Ceremony at Bhaktivedanta Manor
Sankalpa
Pitri Tarpana ( offering of Water to ancestors )
Go Puja / feeding of the Cows
What you need to bring
Kalash (water pot) medium size (700ml)
Bowl (wide mouth with capacity of 2 litres)
Upto 2 litres of water (bottled)
1 bunch of flowers (white and yellow only)
A mat / blanket to sit on
A self standing framed picture (size A4/A5) of the departed family member(s) we are offering puja for
Please remember the full names of all the departed souls you will be offering sraddha and up to three generations of your family members. List of family members pdf
About śrāddha from Srila Prabhupada
Sri Caitanya Mahaprabhu went to Gaya to offer respectful oblations to His forefathers. This process is called pinda-dana. In Vedic society, after the death of a relative, especially one’s father or mother, one must go to Gaya and there offer oblations to the lotus feet of Lord
Vishnu. Therefore hundreds and thousands of men gather daily to offer such oblations, or sraddha. Following this principle, Lord Caitanya Mahaprabhu also went there to offer pinda to His dead father. (Sri Caitanya-caritamrta, Adi 17.8, Purport)
After death according to Vedic regulations, pinda-udaka, pinda, offering Vishnu prasada and water at least once in a year, it is required by the family members. And according to Vedic culture, there is one month fixed up in a year when all people will offer pinda and udaka to the forefathers. (Lecture, London, July 29, 1973)
Importance and need of performing śrāddha
In Srimad Bhagavatam Lord Sri Narasimha Himself recommends performing of Shraddha ceremony by His devotee Prahlada after delivering Hiranyakashipu.
kuru tvaṁ preta-kṛ tyāni pituḥ pūtasya sarvaśaḥ
Mad-aṅ ga-sparśanenāṅ ga lokān yāsyati suprajāḥ
My dear child, your father has already been purified just by the touch of My body at the time of his death. Nonetheless, the duty of a son is to perform the śrāddha ritualistic ceremony after his father’s death so that his father may be promoted to a planetary system where he may become a good citizen and devotee. (SB 7.10.22)
Objectives of performing śrāddha
…What is putra pinda? Caitanya Mahaprabhu also showed us the example. He went to Gaya Pradesh to offer pinda for His forefathers. This is necessary still… There are many practical cases that one’s father or mother became a ghost after death, and after offering oblations at the lotus feet of Vishnu at Gaya, he was delivered. There are many cases. So, actual fact is Vishnu worship. That is the ultimate goal of Vedic civilization, but they do not know. (Srila Prabhupada lecture, Surat, January 3, 1971)
Prayers and types of the śrāddha ritual
The best process for the śrāddha ceremony is to distribute bhāgavata-prasāda (remnants of food that has first been offered to Kṛṣṇa) to all of one’s forefathers and relatives. This makes a first-class śrāddha ceremony. (SB 7.15 summary)
There are three kinds of ceremonies — specifically, ceremonies to please the Supreme Personality of Godhead or the demigods, those performed for social celebrations like marriages and birthdays, and those meant to please the forefathers, like the śrāddha ceremony. In all these ceremonies, large amounts of money are spent for various activities, but here it is suggested that if along with this there is recitation of the wonderful activities of Vāmanadeva, certainly the ceremony will be carried out successfully and will be free of all discrepancies. (SB 8.23.31 purport)
The effects of the śrāddha ritual
There is a hell which is called pun. So from that hellish condition, one who delivers, trāyate iti tra, therefore he is called putra. This is… Every Sanskrit word has got meaning, root meaning. Putra. Putra-piṇḍa-prayojanam. Putra is required. Why? After death, if by chance the father does not get ordinary life or goes to the hellish condition of life, the son will deliver. Therefore śrāddha ceremony. There is śrāddha… What is that śrāddha ceremony? Śrāddha ceremony means to offer foodstuff to Viṣṇu, and with the prasādam, to the forefathers or father it is offered, so that by eating prasādam, if he is in ghost life or in hellish life, he’ll be delivered. This is called śrāddha. (Srila Prabhupada lecture Vrindavan, SB 1.5.24, August 5, 1974,)
Who can perform śrāddha
Sanatan Dharma that does not give any cause for excuse for not performing śrāddha due to the absence of a particular person. Son, daughter, grandson, great grandson, wife, daughter’s son, brother, nephew, cousin’s son, father, mother, daughter-in-law, son of elderly and younger sisters, maternal uncle, anyone in the seven generations and from the same lineage (sapiṇḍa), anyone after the seven generations and belonging to the same family domain (samanodak), disciple, priests (upadhyay), friend, son-in-law of the deceased can perform Śrāddha in that order. In case of a joint family, the eldest and earning male should perform Śrāddha. In the case of the unit family, everyone should perform śrāddha independently.
Sanatan Dharma has made arrangements so that for each and every dead person śrāddha can be performed so as to give momentum to that person to progress to a higher sub-plane. Dharma Sindhu mentions that: ‘If a particular dead person does not have any relative or a close person, then it is the duty of the king to perform Śrāddha for that person. Normally every year Śrāddha should be performed on the date of death of the person (the Vaishnava calendar and not as per the Western calendar).
Considering the complexity in pronouncing certain Sanskrit words and limitation to understand the rites mentioned in the science, it may not be possible for everyone to perform the ritual as prescribed, by themselves. In such cases one can get the ritual performed through priests and if they are not available, then the ritual can be performed with the help of knowledgeable people.
If the date is not known and only the month is known, then in that case śrāddha can be performed on the last day of Śrāddha period.

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

Luton Rathayatra
2023-09-24 12:00 - 15:00
Sunday 24 September 2023 – Luton War memorial to the end of the Market hill

The 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.
Free 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.

Schedule

– Procession will start from Luton War memorial to the end of the Market hill from 12pm

– Free Vegeterian feast will be served from 2pm to 3pm

– Various activities planned for kids like colouring, face painting etc

– Book, Beads, Mantra Meditation Stalls etc

– If you would like to help on the day or have any questions please contact Mayank on 07584251184

Frequently asked questions

What is the meaning and origin behind the Festival of Chariots / Ratha Yatra?

‘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.
Krishna, 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.
At the end of the procession, there is a big gathering of devotees with feasting, stalls and spiritual entertainment.

Who is Lord Jagannatha?

Lord Jagannatha, known as the Lord of the Universe, is a wooden form of Krishna, the Supreme Personality of Godhead.

What will you be singing on the day?

Primarily the Hare Krishna Maha-Mantra will be sung:
Hare Krishna Hare Krishna
Krishna Krishna Hare Hare
Hare Rama Hare Rama
Rama Rama Hare Hare
The 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.

Can anyone attend?

Yes, this is free and open to everyone. Tell a friend, bring your family, or come on your own.

Slough Rathayatra
2023-09-17 12:00 - 15:00 | Upton Court Park, Upton Court park, Slough, SL3 7LU
Sunday 17 September 2023 – Upton Court Park Walk

The 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.
Free 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.

Schedule

– Procession will start from Upton Court Park Walk (SL3 7LU) next to car park from 12pm

– Free Vegeterian feast will be served from 2pm to 3pm

– Various activities planned for kids like colouring, face painting etc

– Book, Beads, Mantra Meditation Stalls etc

– If you would like to help on the day or have any questions please contact Nikhil on 07424026686

Frequently asked questions

What is the meaning and origin behind the Festival of Chariots / Ratha Yatra?

‘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.
Krishna, 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.
At the end of the procession, there is a big gathering of devotees with feasting, stalls and spiritual entertainment.

Who is Lord Jagannatha?

Lord Jagannatha, known as the Lord of the Universe, is a wooden form of Krishna, the Supreme Personality of Godhead.

What will you be singing on the day?

Primarily the Hare Krishna Maha-Mantra will be sung:
Hare Krishna Hare Krishna
Krishna Krishna Hare Hare
Hare Rama Hare Rama
Rama Rama Hare Hare
The 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.

Can anyone attend?

Yes, this is free and open to everyone. Tell a friend, bring your family, or come on your own.

Sri Krishna Janmashtami
2023-09-10, 2023-09-09, 2023-09-07 | Bhaktivedanta Manor, Hilfield Lane, Watford, WD258EZ, United Kingdom
Thurs 7, Sat 9, & Sun 10 September 2023 – Free ticket required for entry
Sri 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.
Krishna 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.

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Appearance of Srila Prabhupada
2023-09-08 | Bhaktivedanta Manor, Hilfield Lane, Watford, WD258EZ, United Kingdom
Friday 8 August 2023

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 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.

Schedule (Subject to change)
Temple Room

4:30am – Mangal Arati by Srila Prabhupada
7am – Guru Puja
7:30am – Deity Greeting (Darshan)
8am – Class by Srila Prabhupada
8:45am – Proceed to Sri Krishna Haveli with Srila Prabhupada
Sri Krishna Haveli
9am – Welcome address by Visakha Dasi
9:10am – Presentation of Vyasa-puja books to Srila Prabhupada with Gurvastakam prayers
9.30am Song ‘The Lover of the Lord’ by the Gurukula
9:40am – Song ‘A Tribute to Srila Prabhupada’ by Madhuri Yamuna Dasi and friends
9:50am – Offerings by devotees
12pm – Abhishek of Srila Prabhupada
1pm – Guru puja and pushpanjali
2pm – Feast (Served in Sri Krishna Haveli, Seva Hall)
Harinam
4pm – Sacred Street Party in Watford Town Centre (book distribution and harinam sankirtan)
Srila Prabhupada’s room
6pm onwards – Offerings by devotees

Notice

Parking will be in the fields
Tickets not required

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 Lord Balarama
2023-08-31 04:30 - 13:00 | Bhaktivedanta Manor, Hilfield Lane, Watford, WD258EZ, United Kingdom
Thursday 31 August 2023
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
4:30am – Mangal Arati
7am – Deity Greeting (Darshan)
7:05am – Jhulan Yatra (Final day)
7:45am – Guru puja
8:30am – Class by Visakha Dasi
8:30am – Class for Kids by Urmila Dasi (Bhakti Lounge)
11am – Harinam & Book distribution in Watford (Meet by Caffè Nero)
1pm – Lunch Feast

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
Donate here

Preview from previous festivals

Jhulan Yatra
2023-08-27 - 2023-08-31 | Bhaktivedanta Manor, Hilfield Lane, Watford, WD258EZ, United Kingdom
27 – 31 August 2023

The 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.
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

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

Celebrating Sri Sri Radha Gokulananda
2023-08-19 07:30 - 2023-08-21 21:30 | Bhaktivedanta Manor, Hilfield Lane, Watford, WD258EZ, United Kingdom
Saturday 19 August 2023
4am – Morning Program (Temple Room)
Appreciating Srila Prabhupada (Sri Krishna Haveli)
7:45am – Class by Sivarama Swami
8:45am – Breakfast
10am – Bhajan & Welcome
10:30am – Inaugural Talk by Dhananjaya Das
11:30am – Song by Sakshi Gopal Das
11:45am – ‘Sankirtan Memories’ Discussion facilitated by Guru Carana Padma Devi Dasi
12:45pm – ‘Following Srila Prabhupada’ Video
1:15pm – ‘Installation & Early Days Memories’ Discussion facilitated by Kripamoya Das
2:15pm – Song by Sakshi Gopal Das
2:30pm – Lunch Feast
Appreciating Devotees (Sri Krishna Haveli)
5:40pm – Bhajan & Welcome
6:10pm – Performance by Jayadev Das
6:20pm – ‘Trip Down Memory Lane’ Drama by Bhaktivedanta Junior Players
7:15pm – Community Appreciation
7:45pm – Light Dinner Prasadam
Sunday 20 August

4am – Morning Program (Temple Room)
Appreciating New Gokul Farm & Bhaktivedanta Manor for Children
10am – Ox Procession (New Gokul Farm)
10am – ‘Gokulananda – The Joy of Gokul’ with Vrinda Kishori Devi Dasi (Age 5-10 years | Sri Krishna Haveli)
10am – Class: Serving Srila Prabhupada at Bhaktivedanta Manor (Sri Krishna Haveli)
12:30pm – Lunch Prasadam
Appreciating the Holy Name (Sri Krishna Haveli)
2pm – Kirtan Mela with Sivarama Swami, Radhanath Swami & many more
10pm – Finish
Other
2pm-5pm – Leave your mark: Place a tile on the 50th Anniversary Mosaic (Boat House)
2pm-8pm – 50 years of Bhaktivedanta Manor: Part 1 – 50th Anniversary Video (Screenings every hour | Theatre Room)
Monday 21 August
Appreciating Their Lordships
4am – Morning Program with Deity Greeting in Flower Outfit & Srila Prabhupada’s Installation class (Temple Room)
8:30am – Move to Sri Krishna Haveli
9am-10am – Abhishek
[Breakfast from 9:30am-11am]
12pm – ‘The Next 50 years’ Discussion with Sivarama Swami, Akhandadhi Das & S.B. Keshava Swami
1:30pm – Lunch Feast
2:30pm – Break
4:45pm – Pushpa Abhishek Darshan (Temple Room | until 6:30pm)
[Dinner feast from 5pm-7pm]
[Move to Sri Krishna Haveli]
7:30pm – Key Address by Visakha Dasi
7:45pm – ‘Our Only Shelter’ Drama by Pandava Sena
9:15pm – Final Address by S.B. Keshava Swami
9:30pm – Finish

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

Preview from previous events

Sunday Love Feast
2023-08-06 17:00 - 19:00, 2023-07-30 17:00 - 19:00 | Sri Krishna Haveli, Hilfield Lane, Watford, WD258EZ, United Kingdom
Every Sunday between 9 July & 13 August 2023 | Sri Krishna Haveli

Join us every Sunday from 9 July – 13 August at 5pm-7pm in the Sri Krishna Haveli as we start up the new Sunday Love Feast. There will be two hours filled with chanting & dancing, enlivening wisdom, culture & entertainment, and of course the delicious prasadam (feast).
This will be a family friendly event, with something for everyone. A chance for the community to come together, as well as something interesting and inspiring for the newcomer.
Please note that simple maha-prasadam will be available for all visitors, however the full meal (feast prasadam) will only be for attendees of the full program.
We hope this program will become a permanent feature of Bhaktivedanta Manor. Initially we are trialling the event during the Summer, so keep an eye out for updates beyond this trial period.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a ticket to attend?

No ticket is required. Free for all to attend.

What time is prasadam served?

Prasadam will be served at 7pm. Please note that simple maha-prasadam will be available for all visitors, however the full meal (feast prasadam) will only be for attendees of the full program.

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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Preview from previous events

Evening Kirtan with Gaura Vani Das
2023-08-03 19:00 - 21:30 | Sri Krishna Haveli, Hilfield Lane, Watford, WD258EZ, United Kingdom
Thursday 3 August 2023
Gaura Vani Das is a kirtan leader born into the Hare Krishna movement who has been practicing devotional art for many years. Leading the project ‘As Kindred Spirits’ and many others, he has released several albums and performed his devotional songs across the world. Join us for a evening of with Gaura Vani Das and friends, intertwined with stories, wisdom, bhajans and ecstatic kirtan.
Stonebaked Pizza will be available to purchase.

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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

Related events

Disappearance of Srila Jagannatha das BabajiFebruary 18 @ 4:30 pm - 9:00 pmSunday Love FeastFebruary 22Weddings & Events Exhibition 2026February 28 @ 11:00 am - 6:00 pmGaura Purnima / Holika Dahan (Festival)March 1Gaura PurnimaMarch 3

Preview from previous events

London Rathayatra
2023-07-30 12:00 - 17:00 | Hyde park Corner, Hyde park Corner, London, W2 2UH, United Kingdom
Sunday 30 July 2023 – Hyde Park Corner

“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.
Ratha-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.
The 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.
London Rathayatra will take place on Sunday 30 July 2023 (www.rathayatra.co.uk)

Schedule

12pm – Ratha-yatra parade starts from Hyde Park Corner heading for Trafalgar Square
2-5pm – Trafalgar Square – Kirtan, Dance, Prasad

Frequently asked questions

How do I get there?

Coming by Train & Tube
From 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.
National Rail Enquiries for rail information.
Coming by Road
Parking 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.
The 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.

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