Bhaktivedanta Manor - Hare Krishna Temple Watford

Sunday Love Feast
2024-09-08 | Sri Krishna Haveli, Hilfield Lane, Watford, WD258EZ, United Kingdom
Join us every Sunday in the Sri Krishna Haveli. 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 to the temple, however the full meal (feast prasadam) will only be for attendees of the full Love feast program.
11:30am-1pm

Last entry 11:45am
Talk: ‘Overcoming Fear’ by Devarishi Das
&
4:30pm-6:30pm

Last entry 4:45pm
Bhadra Purnima Special
Talk: ‘The Glories of the Srimad-Bhagavatam’ by Kartik Chandra Das
Location: Sri Krishna Haveli Kirtan Hall

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a ticket to attend?

No ticket is required. Free for all to attend.

What time is prasadam served?

Morning Session: Prasadam will be served at 1pm
Evening Session: Prasadam will be served at 6:30pm
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

Related events

Month of PurushottamaMay 17 @ 4:20 pm - June 14 @ 7:30 pmSunday Love FeastMay 24London RathayatraMay 24 @ 12:00 pm - 5:00 pmSunday Love FeastMay 31Manor. Mantra. MusicJune 4 @ 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm

Preview from previous events

Radhastami
2024-09-11 | Bhaktivedanta Manor, Hilfield Lane, Watford, WD258EZ, United Kingdom
Wednesday 11 September 2024
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.

Donate for Radhashtami

Schedule (Subject to change)
Morning
Temple Room
4:30am – Mangal Arati
7am – Guru Puja
7:30am – Deity Greeting (Darshan will remain open till 7:30pm)
7:35am – Radhika Stava (Bhajan)
8am – Drama: ‘The Box’ by Bhaktivedanta Players
Sri Krishna Haveli
8:30am – Procession to the Haveli with Srila Prabhupada
8:45am – Class by Krishna Dharma Das
10:00am – Abhishek
11am-1pm – Harinam & Book Distribution in Watford Town Centre
1:30pm Feast (please register nos for prasad below so we cook the right amount)
Register me for prasad

Evening
Sri Krishna Haveli
4pm – Procession of Radha Gokulanada and Srila Prabhupada to Haveli
4:15pm – Bhajans with the Gurukula children
5pm – Pushpa Abhishek of Radha Gokulananda (Everyone can offer flowers – please bring your own). Radharanis Birthday Cake will also be cut and distributed to everyone after offering flowers.
6:30 pm – Prasadam (please register nos for prasad above so we cook the right amount)
7:30pm – Kirtan in the Temple Room
Offering gifts to Srimati Radharani
We will have a table with jewellery, kitchen paraphernalia, and other items needed for worship that can be purchased to be given as gifts to Radharani on Her birthday. Gift table open 7am-9am & 4pm-6pm
You will be able to hand your gifts to the Pujaris who will give it to Srimati Radharani.
If you wish to order online beforehand, please use our Amazon wishlist, with a pre-approved list of gifts suitable for offering. These can also be brought to the temple between 4:00pm-6:00pm for offering.
CLICK HERE to view the wishlist
Donation Opportunities
Please donate on auspicious occasion of the Appearance or Srimati Radharani – and receive Her blessings.
£3001 – Radharanis Feast
£2000 – Radha and Krishna Panchamrita Abhishek
£500 – Flowers for Pushpa Abhishek
Donate here

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

Sunday Love Feast
2024-09-15 | Sri Krishna Haveli, Hilfield Lane, Watford, WD258EZ, United Kingdom
Join us every Sunday in the Sri Krishna Haveli. 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 to the temple, however the full meal (feast prasadam) will only be for attendees of the full Love feast program.
BHADRA PURNIMA SPECIAL
11:30am-1pm

Last entry 11:45am
Talk by Vrindavan Chandra Das
&
4:30pm-6:30pm

Last entry 4:45pm
Talk by Kartik Chandra Das
Location: Sri Krishna Haveli Kirtan Hall

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a ticket to attend?

No ticket is required. Free for all to attend.

What time is prasadam served?

Morning Session: Prasadam will be served at 1pm
Evening Session: Prasadam will be served at 6:30pm
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

Related events

Month of PurushottamaMay 17 @ 4:20 pm - June 14 @ 7:30 pmSunday Love FeastMay 24London RathayatraMay 24 @ 12:00 pm - 5:00 pmSunday Love FeastMay 31Manor. Mantra. MusicJune 4 @ 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm

Preview from previous events

Appearance of Srila Bhaktivinoda Thakur
2024-09-16 | Bhaktivedanta Manor, Hilfield Lane, Watford, WD258EZ, United Kingdom
Monday 16 September 2024
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.

Schedule (Subject to change)
Location: Temple Room
4:30pm – Kirtan & Bhajans
5:30pm – Class by Jaya Krishna Das
6:15pm – Drama
6:30pm – Pushpanjali & Guru Puja
7pm – Gaura 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

Shraddha
2024-09-17 - 2024-10-02 | Bhaktivedanta Manor, Hilfield Lane, Watford, WD258EZ, United Kingdom
17 Sep – 2 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 17 September until the 2 October inclusive.
Book for Sarva Pitru Amavasya Shraddha 2024 – 02 Oct – 18:00 pm
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, Offering Prasad & Tarpana (offering of Food & Water to ancestors ) & Go Puja / feeding of the cows.
Please book in advance so we can make sure that we have enough facilities.
Sarva Pitru Amavasya Shraddha 2024 – 02 Oct – 18:00 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.
To find out the day for your loved ones Shraddha you can use a Shraddha tithi calculator on Drik Panchang. (https://www.drikpanchang.com/utilities/tithi/hindu-shraddha-tithi-calculator.html) Please note this site is not affiliated to us and may have ads etc and other info which we have no control over.

Donate for Shraddha

Food items needed in our kitchens
Dal – Mung Dal Yellow, Mung dal split with Skin, Mung Whole, Toor Dal (arahar)
Semolina / Suji (coarse)
Ghee (cow ghee)
Spices – Jeera (cumin), mustard, sesame seeds, Black pepper, Hing Powder
Butter – salted / unsalted
Oils – sunflower oil, olive oil
Nuts – Cashew, Peanuts, Almonds, Pine
Dried Fruits – Raisins, Pineapples, Apricots
Seeds – Sunflower, Sesame,
Items not needed
Milk – Goes off very quickly as it will be out of the fridge.
Atta/Flour – Elephant Atta Medium (We have too much stocks at the moment)
Rice (basmati) – (We have too much stocks at the moment)
Masoor / Black Urad dal – We don’t use in the temple
Margarine / vegetable ghee – We dont use in the temple

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

Sunday Love Feast
2024-09-22 | Sri Krishna Haveli, Hilfield Lane, Watford, WD258EZ, United Kingdom
Join us every Sunday in the Sri Krishna Haveli. 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 to the temple, however the full meal (feast prasadam) will only be for attendees of the full Love feast program.
11:30am-1pm

Last entry 11:45am
Talk: ‘Best Service to the Forefathers’ by Jignesh Prabhu
&
4:30pm-6:30pm

Last entry 4:45pm
Talk: ‘Best Service to the Forefathers’ by Hari Lila Das
Location: Sri Krishna Haveli Kirtan Hall

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a ticket to attend?

No ticket is required. Free for all to attend.

What time is prasadam served?

Morning Session: Prasadam will be served at 1pm
Evening Session: Prasadam will be served at 6:30pm
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

Related events

Month of PurushottamaMay 17 @ 4:20 pm - June 14 @ 7:30 pmSunday Love FeastMay 24London RathayatraMay 24 @ 12:00 pm - 5:00 pmSunday Love FeastMay 31Manor. Mantra. MusicJune 4 @ 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm

Preview from previous events

Sunday Love Feast
2024-09-29 | Sri Krishna Haveli, Hilfield Lane, Watford, WD258EZ, United Kingdom
Join us every Sunday in the Sri Krishna Haveli. 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 to the temple, however the full meal (feast prasadam) will only be for attendees of the full Love feast program.
11:30am-1pm

Last entry 11:45am
Talk: ‘Service to the Forefathers’ & Kirtan
&
4:30pm-6:30pm

Last entry 4:45pm
Talk: ‘Lessons in Gratitude’ by Vaisnava Sarvabhauma Das
Location: Sri Krishna Haveli Kirtan Hall

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a ticket to attend?

No ticket is required. Free for all to attend.

What time is prasadam served?

Morning Session: Prasadam will be served at 1pm
Evening Session: Prasadam will be served at 6:30pm
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

Related events

Month of PurushottamaMay 17 @ 4:20 pm - June 14 @ 7:30 pmSunday Love FeastMay 24London RathayatraMay 24 @ 12:00 pm - 5:00 pmSunday Love FeastMay 31Manor. Mantra. MusicJune 4 @ 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm

Preview from previous events

Wedding Fair
2024-10-05 11:00 - 19:00 (Europe/London) | Sri Krishna Haveli, Hilfield Lane, Watford, WD258EZ, United Kingdom
Saturday 5 October 2024 | 11am-7pm

Planning a Wedding event for 2025/2026?
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 for the bride and groom
£15 per additional person (max two extra people)
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

Register (Couples)

Register (Suppliers)

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

Sunday Love Feast
2024-10-06 | Sri Krishna Haveli, Hilfield Lane, Watford, WD258EZ, United Kingdom
Join us every Sunday in the Sri Krishna Haveli. 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 to the temple, however the full meal (feast prasadam) will only be for attendees of the full Love feast program.
11:30am-1pm

Last entry 11:45am
Talk: ‘Overcoming Greed & Defeating the Ravana Within’ by Panca Tattva Das
&
4:30pm-6:30pm

Last entry 4:45pm
Talk: ‘Addressing the Ravana Within’ by Jignesh Prabhu
Song Performance by Radha Mohan Das
Location: Sri Krishna Haveli Kirtan Hall

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a ticket to attend?

No ticket is required. Free for all to attend.

What time is prasadam served?

Morning Session: Prasadam will be served at 1pm
Evening Session: Prasadam will be served at 6:30pm
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

Related events

Month of PurushottamaMay 17 @ 4:20 pm - June 14 @ 7:30 pmSunday Love FeastMay 24London RathayatraMay 24 @ 12:00 pm - 5:00 pmSunday Love FeastMay 31Manor. Mantra. MusicJune 4 @ 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm

Preview from previous events

Dussehra
2024-10-13 | Bhaktivedanta Manor, Hilfield Lane, Watford, WD258EZ, United Kingdom
Sun 13 October 2024 – Free ticket required for entry between 2pm – 7pm
Dussehra celebrates the victory of Lord Ramachandra over Ravana during the battle in Lanka. This pastime appears in the great epic Ramayana. The word Dussehra comes from the word `dus` meaning `ten’ and `hara`, meaning `annihilated`, referring to the destruction of the ten-headed Ravana.

TICKETING UPDATE
All tickets are currently sold out. Due to the recent wet weather all our fields are water logged and not suitable for parking. This has limited the number of people who can come to this event. We will not be releasing anymore tickets. If people cancel tickets they will become available on the booking platforms. We are very sorry for inconvenience caused.

Schedule
Sri Krishna Haveli
2pm-5:30pm – Kirtan, Classes & Programme
Fields (Outdoors)
6pm – Burning of Ravana effigy
(Note: please wear appropriate footwear for the outdoor fields)
Prasadam
Served from 6pm (Sri Krishna Haveli)
Darshan
Open until 9pm

Shuttle Tickets

We are pleased to offer shuttle tickets for transportation to the Dussehra Festival (Sunday 13 October 2024) from either Stanmore Station, Watford Junction or Habs Gilrs School Car Park. Your shuttle ticket will also serve as your entry pass to the festival site. Do not book a General Entry ticket if you are using the shuttle service.
For further information please CLICK HERE or book your tickets via the buttons below.

Park & Ride – (Sold out)

Stanmore Shuttle Tickets (Sold Out)

Watford Shuttle Tickets (Sold Out)

Entry Tickets

Book your ticket – Sold Out

FAQ

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 and more space to participate in the festival.
– 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 will be required for entry between 2pm-7pm. Without a ticket between these times we will not be able to let you in.

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, a ticket is required. Without a ticket you will not be let in.

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.

Disabled Access for the Burning of Ravana

Please note that the Burning of the effigy of Ravana will take place in the fields, and the terrain could be muddy and bumpy. There will be no buggies available.

Do I need a ticket if I arrive by walking or taxi?

Yes, a ticket is still required even if you walk to the Temple or get a taxi.

How can I cancel tickets?

If you are unable to attend, please cancel your tickets so others can join. Visit https://krishnatemple.link/cancel to see how you can cancel your 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.

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Month of Kartik
2024-10-17 - 2024-11-15 | Bhaktivedanta Manor, Hilfield Lane, Watford, WD258EZ, United Kingdom
17 October – 15 November 2024

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-7:20am
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. 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

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

Sunday Love Feast - Govardhana Katha
2024-10-20 | Sri Krishna Haveli, Hilfield Lane, Watford, WD258EZ, United Kingdom
Join us every Sunday in the Sri Krishna Haveli. 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 to the temple, however the full meal (feast prasadam) will only be for attendees of the full Love feast program.
11:30am-1pm

Last entry 11:45am
Talk: ‘The Meaning of Life’ by Tarun Krishna Das
&
4:30pm-6:30pm

Last entry 4:45pm
‘Govardhana Lila: Musical Katha’ with Sri Radharamana Das
Location: Sri Krishna Haveli Kirtan Hall

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a ticket to attend?

No ticket is required. Free for all to attend.

What time is prasadam served?

Morning Session: Prasadam will be served at 1pm
Evening Session: Prasadam will be served at 6:30pm
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

Related events

Month of PurushottamaMay 17 @ 4:20 pm - June 14 @ 7:30 pmSunday Love FeastMay 24London RathayatraMay 24 @ 12:00 pm - 5:00 pmSunday Love FeastMay 31Manor. Mantra. MusicJune 4 @ 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm

Preview from previous events

Sunday Love Feast
2024-10-27 | Sri Krishna Haveli, Hilfield Lane, Watford, WD258EZ, United Kingdom
Join us every Sunday in the Sri Krishna Haveli. 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 to the temple, however the full meal (feast prasadam) will only be for attendees of the full Love feast program.
11:30am-1pm

The Glories of Kartik month explained by Antaranga Das
Last entry 11:45am
&
4:30pm-6:30pm

The pastime of Krishna lifting Govardhan Hill by Govinda Krishna das
Last entry 4:45pm
Location: Sri Krishna Haveli Kirtan Hall

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a ticket to attend?

No ticket is required. Free for all to attend.

What time is prasadam served?

Morning Session: Prasadam will be served at 1pm
Evening Session: Prasadam will be served at 6:30pm
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

Related events

Month of PurushottamaMay 17 @ 4:20 pm - June 14 @ 7:30 pmSunday Love FeastMay 24London RathayatraMay 24 @ 12:00 pm - 5:00 pmSunday Love FeastMay 31Manor. Mantra. MusicJune 4 @ 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm

Preview from previous events

Evening Katha & Kirtan with Govind Krishna Das
2024-10-27 16:30 - 18:30 | Sri Krishna Haveli, Hilfield Lane, Watford, WD258EZ, United Kingdom
Sunday 27 October 2024
Sri Krishna Haveli
4:30pm-6:30pm
Relish the pastimes of Krishna lifting Govardhan Hill and join us for melodious kirtan. (Kirtan Hall)
Prasadam served from 6:30pm-8pm

An opportunity for the whole community to come together and dive deeper into the pastime of Krishna lifting Govardhan Hill, facilitated by special guest Govinda Krishna das
About Govinda Krishna Das
Govind Krsna Das, popularly known as GKD, based in Kurukshetra, the land of Mahabharata, Haryana is a motivational speaker, spiritual educator, travel blogger and most importantly a well renowned singer. GKD was born in Kurukshetra, Haryana in a Brahma Madhva Gaudiya Vaishnava household to Father HG Shakshi Gopal Das (Temple President of Iskcon Kurukshetra) and Mother HG Bhagwati Devi Dasi. He has been actively involved in devotional services since age 5. He received his primary education from ISKCON Gurukul Vrindavan after spending 8 years of intense studying of Vedic scriptures. Later on he completed B.Com followed by MBA from Cornell University, Ithaca, NY, USA and he also holds a Bhakti Shastri and Bhakti Vaibhav from VIHE, Vrindavan. In 2013 after receiving the instructions from his spiritual master (HH Gopal Krishna Goswami Maharaj), he left his career and has taken the full time service of preaching and since then he has made a tremendous contribution with his soulful Kirtans! Govind Krsna Das endeavours to bridge ancient Bhakti yoga traditions with the contemporary world, using the universal language of music. His mesmerizing performances, featuring soulful chants and captivating melodies, transport audiences to realms of transcendence and spiritual bliss..

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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

Diwali Darshan
2024-11-01 10:00 - 19:30 | Bhaktivedanta Manor, Hilfield Lane, Watford, WD258EZ, United Kingdom
Friday 1 November 2024

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

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
2024-11-02 | Bhaktivedanta Manor, Hilfield Lane, Watford, WD258EZ, United Kingdom
Saturday 2 November 2024

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

Saturday 2 November 2024 | No ticket required | Subject to change

Temple Room
Annakuta Darshan: 8am-5pm
Darshan: 8am-7.30pm
Morning Program (Sri Krishna Haveli)
6am – Class
7am – Guru Puja & Kirtan
7:30am – Darshan (on Screen)
7:35am – Damodarastakam + Candle Offerings
8:15am – Govardhana Puja
9am – Procession to the Goshalla for Go Puja
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 hot food served in the Café (only pre-packed sweets and savouries for takeaway).
Evening Program (Sri Krishna Haveli)
5pm – Drama by Bhaktivedanta Players
5:30pm – Class on Govardhana Puja
6:30pm – Damodarastakam + Candle Offerings
7pm – Prasad 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

Diwali (Sunday Festival)
2024-11-03 | Bhaktivedanta Manor, Hilfield Lane, Watford, WD258EZ, United Kingdom
Diwali festival

Sun 3 Nov 2024
Note: There will be no fireworks on this day
Fore more information about Diwali, FAQ’s, Shuttle Services and to book your tickets, please click the buttons below

Information & Tickets

Donations

To mark this auspicious occasion of Diwali, many wonderful arrangements are being made to celebrate at Bhaktivedanta Manor. Many thousands of pilgrims will be coming to celebrate this special occasion. Please support this year’s festival with your heartfelt contribution.

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Annakuta / Govardhana-puja

Disappearance of Srila Prabhupada
2024-11-05 | Bhaktivedanta Manor, Hilfield Lane, Watford, WD258EZ, United Kingdom
Tuesday 5 November 2024

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 (Subject to change)
Temple Room
4:30am – Mangal Arati
7am – Guru Puja
7:30am – Deity Greeting (Darshan)
7:35am – Damodarastakam
8:15am – Class by Srila Prabhupada
8:45am – Offerings to Srila Prabhupada
11am – Abhishek of Srila Prabhupada (Prabhupada Disciples only)
12pm – Guru puja & Pushpanjali
12:30pm – Arati & Kirtan
1:30pm – Feast (Served in the Seva Hall)
Harinam & Book Distribution
2:45pm – Harinam: Meet outside Caffè Nero (100-102 High St, Watford, WD17 2BW)
2:30 – 5:30pm – Book Distribution: Meet outside TGI Fridays (45-47 High St, Watford WD17 2DJ)
Srila Prabhupada’s Room
6pm – Kirtan & Offerings
7:23pm – Gurvastakam

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

Sunday Love Feast
2024-11-10 | Sri Krishna Haveli, Hilfield Lane, Watford, WD258EZ, United Kingdom
Join us every Sunday in the Sri Krishna Haveli. 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 to the temple, however the full meal (feast prasadam) will only be for attendees of the full Love feast program.
11:30am-1pm

Last entry 11:45am
Talk: ‘Lifestyle & Leadership Lessons from the Ramayana’ by Mahimarnava Das
Performance by Imperial KCSoc
&
4:30pm-6:30pm

Last entry 4:45pm
Talk: ‘The Last Days of Kartik’ by Panca Tattva Das
Location: Sri Krishna Haveli Kirtan Hall

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a ticket to attend?

No ticket is required. Free for all to attend.

What time is prasadam served?

Morning Session: Prasadam will be served at 1pm
Evening Session: Prasadam will be served at 6:30pm
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

Related events

Month of PurushottamaMay 17 @ 4:20 pm - June 14 @ 7:30 pmSunday Love FeastMay 24London RathayatraMay 24 @ 12:00 pm - 5:00 pmSunday Love FeastMay 31Manor. Mantra. MusicJune 4 @ 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm

Preview from previous events

Disappearance of Srila Gaura Kishora das Babaji
2024-11-12 16:30 - 19:30 | Bhaktivedanta Manor, Hilfield Lane, Watford, WD258EZ, United Kingdom
Disappearance of Srila Gaura Kishora das Babaji + Bhishma Panchaka begins

Tuesday 12 November 2024

Schedule
Location: Temple Room
4:20pm-7:30pm – Candle Offerings for Kartik
–
4:30pm – Kirtans & Bhajans
5:30pm – Pushpanjali
6pm – Class by Kartik Chandra Das
7pm – Damodarastakam
Prasadam served from 5pm-6:30pm (in the Sri Krishna Haveli)

About

Srila Gaura Kishora das Babaji
Srila Gaura Kishora das Babaji was the spiritual master of Srila Bhktisiddhanta Goswami (Srila Prabhupada’s guru), intimate student of Srila Bhaktivinoda Thakur, and is an acharya in our line of disciplic succession.
Srila Gaura Kishora das Babaji lived a life of humility and poverty, true attributes of a Vaisnava. He never accepted material goods from anyone, wearing discarded loincloths from corpses left on the bank of the Ganges. He begged for rice, soaking it in river water, and adding only salt and chilies. Accepting no favors, he remained fully detached from all possessions.
Srila Gaura Kishora das Babaji lived for some thirty years in Vrindavana, serving the deities and offering his prostrate obeisances to all the living entities of Vraja, whom he considered to be embodiments of Sri Krsna. He eventually left Vrindavana for Navadvipa.
At Navadvipa, Srila Gaura Kishora das Babaji entered moods of deep spiritual ecstasy, sometimes dancing on the bank of the Ganges chanting, “Gaura, Gaura”.
Bhishma Panchaka
The last five days of the month of Kartik are traditionally known as Bhishma Panchaka or Vishnu Panchaka. Those who fail to observe four months of Caturmasya fasting receive the same benefit by fasting on these last five days.
Rūpa Gosvāmī has stated in the Nectar of Devotion that although any devotional service offered to the Lord is extremely powerful, five are especially potent;
1- Residing in the holy place
2- Worshipping the Deity of the Lord
3- Reciting Śrīmad-Bhāgavatam
4- Serving a devotee
5- Chanting the Hare Kṛṣṇa mantra
At the temple, we automatically engage in all five potent activities. Bhaktivedanta Manor is a holy place because Radha Gokulananda are residing there. Attending the arati ceremony involves worshipping the deity and chanting the Hare Kṛṣṇa mantra. Associating with the devotees at the temple allows us to offer service and hear Śrīmad-Bhāgavatam from them.
Visit Bhaktivedanta Manor temple and engage in the five potent activities during the powerful five days of the most auspicious month of Kartik.

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

Sunday Love Feast
2024-11-17 | Sri Krishna Haveli, Hilfield Lane, Watford, WD258EZ, United Kingdom
Join us every Sunday in the Sri Krishna Haveli. 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 to the temple, however the full meal (feast prasadam) will only be for attendees of the full Love feast program.
11:30am-1pm

Last entry 11:45am
&
4:30pm-6:30pm

Last entry 4:45pm
Location: Sri Krishna Haveli Kirtan Hall

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a ticket to attend?

No ticket is required. Free for all to attend.

What time is prasadam served?

Morning Session: Prasadam will be served at 1pm
Evening Session: Prasadam will be served at 6:30pm
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

Related events

Month of PurushottamaMay 17 @ 4:20 pm - June 14 @ 7:30 pmSunday Love FeastMay 24London RathayatraMay 24 @ 12:00 pm - 5:00 pmSunday Love FeastMay 31Manor. Mantra. MusicJune 4 @ 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm

Preview from previous events

Sunday Love Feast
2024-11-24 | Sri Krishna Haveli, Hilfield Lane, Watford, WD258EZ, United Kingdom
Join us every Sunday in the Sri Krishna Haveli. 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 to the temple, however the full meal (feast prasadam) will only be for attendees of the full Love feast program.
No Morning Love Feast
&
4:30pm-6:30pm

Last entry 4:45pm
Drama: ‘The Boatman The & Scholar’ by Bhaktivedanta Players
Talk: ‘Sharing Krishna’ by Vaisnava Das
Location: Sri Krishna Haveli Kirtan Hall

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a ticket to attend?

No ticket is required. Free for all to attend.

What time is prasadam served?

Morning Session: Prasadam will be served at 1pm
Evening Session: Prasadam will be served at 6:30pm
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

Related events

Month of PurushottamaMay 17 @ 4:20 pm - June 14 @ 7:30 pmSunday Love FeastMay 24London RathayatraMay 24 @ 12:00 pm - 5:00 pmSunday Love FeastMay 31Manor. Mantra. MusicJune 4 @ 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm

Preview from previous events

'Sitayana Katha' with Sri Radharamana Das
2024-11-24 11:00 - 13:00 | Bhaktivedanta Manor, Hilfield Lane, Watford, WD258EZ, United Kingdom
Sunday 24 November 2024

Sitayana Katha: Entering Fire, Forest & Earth
We have always been shown on media and in literatures how Sita was treated unfairly and victimised in key moments of the Ramayana. Yet she stands with Lord Rama in temples. Why? What important insights are missing? In Sitayana Katha continues, we will cover: Why did Sita accept the fire ordeal, why did Rama doubt Her purity? Thereafter, why did he send Sita to exile again 12 years later, alone and that too while pregnant. Despite the repeated reassurance from the greatest sage on Earth, the author of the Ramayana, why did Rama again doubt Sita, after which she entered the Earth to put an end to future questions. Join us on Sunday 24th November, where we will explore missing insights and hear from Sita’s own words, her perspective of the Ramayana.
About Sri Radharamana Das
Sri Radharamana has been a volunteer since teenage years at Bhaktivedanta Manor and was originally part of leading the Pandava Sena youth group. He is a Sanskrit scholar with deep interests in manuscript research and specialises in Vedic rituals and katha. Outside of seva, he works as a Global Managing Director in HSBC with responsibility for 30+ countries.

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

Prabhupada Book Marathon
2024-11-29 - 2024-12-24 | Bhaktivedanta Manor, Hilfield Lane, Watford, WD258EZ, United Kingdom
Fri 29 Nov – Tue 24 Dec 2024

What is the Prabhupada Book Marathon?

The Book Marathon is an annual event, in which everyone is encouraged to distribute the spiritual knowledge of Srila Prabhupada’s books. Running for a month in the Winter, the event started with humble beginnings in 1972 upon noticing that shops stayed open later during the festive season, making the streets of towns and cities bustling places to engage with people and share the secrets of Vedic wisdom.

Frequently asked questions

Who can I contact to get involved?

Please see below for contact information (Phone or WhatsApp) if you have any questions or wish to get involved:
Door to Door Leads
Cukujan Venu Das – 0795640921
Keshav Gokulananda Das – 07525661791
Kids Sankirtan
Vrndarika-Ramaya Devi Dasi – 07831830225
Mantrini Lila Devi Dasi – 07765561756
Ladies Local Street Sankirtan
Kalavati Gopi Devi Dasi – 07941036647
Sacred Street Party
Rasika Raya Das – 07878886618
GoMatsya (SB & CC Sets Distribution)
Vrindavan Chandra Das – 07432632304
Manor Sangas
Bimal – 07939247084
School of Bhakti
Priya Sakhi Radhe Dasi / Thiru – 07956107190
Mentorship
Mukunda Hari Das – 07931351622
Supermarket
Chitralekha Devi Dasi – 07722247342
Collection of Books & Deposit of Cash from Temple contact
Damodar Das – 07356048261
Reporting your Doors, Books & Laxmi scores contact:
Ananta Acyuta Das – +91 72530 46344 (WhatsApp)
Additional Contacts
Divya Nama Das – 07527424115
Panchatattva Das – 07718655203
You can also join the below WhatsApp Group for all updates on the Book Marathon & to get involved:
https://chat.whatsapp.com/Ibny1DEdj4oEsOlOPt5LBv

Why should I give out books?

It is considered to be the real welfare work to share knowledge of the true human spirit with others – by sharing these books filled with timeless wisdom, it gives others an opportunity to realise and hear about Sri Krishna, the Personality of Godhead. They say sharing is caring, and in this mood, it is of great benefit to the recipient and the giver for the books of Srila Prabhupada to be shared far and wide.

I’m new to book distribution, can I get some training?

Yes – There is a wonderful community full of experienced and knowledgeable book distributors who would be happy to share their experiences and help with your confidence to speak to people and distribute books. Please see below for contact information (Phone or WhatsApp):
Divya Nama Das: +44 7527 424115
Keshava Gokulananda Das: +44 7525 661791
Vrindavan Chandra Das: +44 7432 632304

How do I get the books to distribute?

If you join one of our local book distribution groups, everything will be facilitated for you via the group. To join a group, or find out how to get books outside of a group, please see below for contact information (Phone or WhatsApp):
Damodar Das – 07356048261

Can I sponsor books?

Yes, you can also sponsor some books during this auspicious month of the Prabhupada Book Marathon.
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George Harrison Evening
2024-11-29 18:00 - 21:30 | Bhaktivedanta Manor, Hilfield Lane, Watford, WD258EZ, United Kingdom
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Friday 29 November 2024

An evening to celebrate the life of George Harrison, who bought Bhaktivedanta Manor for the Hare Krishna’s in 1973. There will be live music and words in honour of the former Beatles star.
To read more about George Harrison and his special link to Bhaktivedanta Manor & Srila Prabhupada, then click the button below.

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What to expect?

An evening of live music, tributes, and words in celebration of the spiritual journey of George Harrison.
6pm-7:30pm Dinner Prasad
7pm-9:30pm George Harrison Evening Program

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

Sunday Love Feast
2024-12-08 | Sri Krishna Haveli, Hilfield Lane, Watford, WD258EZ, United Kingdom
Join us every Sunday in the Sri Krishna Haveli. 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 to the temple, however the full meal (feast prasadam) will only be for attendees of the full Love feast program.
11:30am-1pm

Last entry 11:45am
Talk: ‘Sharing Ancient Wisdom in the Season of Giving’ by Vrindavan Chandra Das
&
4:30pm-6:30pm

Last entry 4:45pm
Talk: ‘Living to Give – Being Appreciated by Krishna’ by Vaisnava Das
Location: Sri Krishna Haveli Kirtan Hall

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a ticket to attend?

No ticket is required. Free for all to attend.

What time is prasadam served?

Morning Session: Prasadam will be served at 1pm
Evening Session: Prasadam will be served at 6:30pm
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

Related events

Month of PurushottamaMay 17 @ 4:20 pm - June 14 @ 7:30 pmSunday Love FeastMay 24London RathayatraMay 24 @ 12:00 pm - 5:00 pmSunday Love FeastMay 31Manor. Mantra. MusicJune 4 @ 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm

Preview from previous events

Sadhu Sanga with Sacinandana Swami
2024-12-11 14:00 - 21:00 | Sri Krishna Haveli, Hilfield Lane, Watford, WD258EZ, United Kingdom
Wednesday 11 December 2024 – Sri Krishna Haveli

Bhagavad-gita Reading | 2pm-6pm
Prasad | 6pm-7pm*
(Get the blessings of all vaisnavas, by sponsoring prasad. Contact bmf@krishnatemple.com)
Evening Kirtan | 7pm-9pm
CLICK HERE FOR THE LIVE STREAM
Morning Classes – Temple Room

Thursday 12 December 2024 | 7:30am
Wednesday 18 December 2024 | 7:30am
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About Sacinandana Swami:

Sacinandana Swami has been a monk in the bhakti tradition for 42 years. He is known for his significant contribution to the practice of contemplation and meditation for modern practitioners of bhakti. Sacinandana Swami has published seven books and released two CDs, and offers an array of retreats, seminars, and workshops. Thousands of enthusiastic singers and dancers visit his kirtan concerts. Fond of India’s sacred pilgrimage sites, he annually goes there to seek personal inspiration. Although his pilgrimages have taken him all over the subcontinent, he is particularly fond of the sacred land of Vrindavan, the birthplace of Lord Krishna.

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

Sunday Love Feast
2024-12-15 | Sri Krishna Haveli, Hilfield Lane, Watford, WD258EZ, United Kingdom
Join us every Sunday in the Sri Krishna Haveli. 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 to the temple, however the full meal (feast prasadam) will only be for attendees of the full Love feast program.
11:30am-1pm

Last entry 11:45am
Talk: ‘Chant & Be Happy’ by Pancha Tattva Das
&
4:30pm-6:30pm

Last entry 4:45pm
Surprise Skit by Radha Mohan Das & Team
Talk: ‘I, Me & Mine – Who Am I?’ by Radha Mohan Das
Location: Sri Krishna Haveli Kirtan Hall

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a ticket to attend?

No ticket is required. Free for all to attend.

What time is prasadam served?

Morning Session: Prasadam will be served at 1pm
Evening Session: Prasadam will be served at 6:30pm
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

Related events

Month of PurushottamaMay 17 @ 4:20 pm - June 14 @ 7:30 pmSunday Love FeastMay 24London RathayatraMay 24 @ 12:00 pm - 5:00 pmSunday Love FeastMay 31Manor. Mantra. MusicJune 4 @ 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm

Preview from previous events

Sunday Love Feast
2024-12-22 | Sri Krishna Haveli, Hilfield Lane, Watford, WD258EZ, United Kingdom
Join us every Sunday in the Sri Krishna Haveli. 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 to the temple, however the full meal (feast prasadam) will only be for attendees of the full Love feast program.
11:30am-1pm

Last entry 11:45am
Talk: ‘The Gift of Krishna Consciousness’ by Akhanda Krishna Das
&
4:30pm-6:30pm

Last entry 4:45pm
Drama by BMF Team: ‘Again Become a Mouse’
Talk by Shyamasundar Das
Location: Sri Krishna Haveli Kirtan Hall

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a ticket to attend?

No ticket is required. Free for all to attend.

What time is prasadam served?

Morning Session: Prasadam will be served at 1pm
Evening Session: Prasadam will be served at 6:30pm
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

Related events

Month of PurushottamaMay 17 @ 4:20 pm - June 14 @ 7:30 pmSunday Love FeastMay 24London RathayatraMay 24 @ 12:00 pm - 5:00 pmSunday Love FeastMay 31Manor. Mantra. MusicJune 4 @ 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm

Preview from previous events

Gita Jayanti Maha Yajna - Bhagavad-gita Recitation
2024-12-28 | Bhaktivedanta Manor, Hilfield Lane, Watford, WD258EZ, United Kingdom
Saturday 28 December 2024

Conclude 2024 with a spiritual recharge, ready for 2025!
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 Gitas

All sponsored book donations are now formally ring-fenced as a restricted fund and will be stated as such in the ISKCON audited accounts. All orders/collections for sponsored books will be placed with ISKCON Ltd (BBT Sales)

Schedule

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

Live Stream

YouTube

Click here to view the live stream

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a ticket to attend?

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

How many people can join in the Yajna having sponsored?

£51 sponsorship = 1 attendee max.
£108 or more sponsorship = 2 attendees max.

Will you have the Bhagavad-gita available in Gujarati or Hindi?

Most copies will be in English, but if you have requirements for a different language please contact us so that we can try to arrange a copy for you.

Can I take the Bhagavad-gita away with me?

Yes, there will be many copies of the Bhagavad-gita available for those who have sponsored. If you do not wish to distribute the copies yourself, the Temple is happy to distribute them on your behalf.

What size Bhagavad-gitas will you have available?

Small & medium copies will be available on the day, just let us know if you have a preference when collecting yours.

Can I attend the Yajna without sponsoring?

Priority is given to those who have sponsored Bhagavad-gitas, however, we will be broadcasting the recitation in the Seva Hall for those who wish to partake in that way.

Can I do my sponsorship on the day?

Yes, you are welcome to come and sponsor Bhagavad-gitas on the day, but we request that you do so in advance so we better prepare for how many will be attending etc.

Will this event be broadcast live?

Yes, this event will be broadcast live on our YouTube & Facebook channels. Please join us online if you are unable to attend in person.

What does it mean to be a Yajaman?

A ‘Yajaman’ is one who takes a sankalpa or vrata (intention or vow) to recite the whole Bhagavad-gita that day. After reciting, Yajamans will be invited to place offerings into the havan (fire) as the completion or your sankalpa.
As a yajaman on that day you will be offering your tan (body) by physically being there, your dhan (wealth) by sponsoring Bhagavad-gitas, and most importantly, your man (mind) by reading the whole Bhagavad-gita.

Are there any courses on Bhagavad-gita?

Yes. We have a range of courses available for deeper study of Bhagavad-gita to help you get further insights from this ancient wealth of knowledge.
Gita Life (In Person)
Gita Life (Online)
Kids Gita Life (4-8 yrs)
Kids Gita Life (8-14 yrs)

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

Courses

Thought-provoking and interactive ways to learn the Bhagavad Gita inside-out!
Gita Life (In Person)
Gita Life (Online)
Kids Gita Life (4-8 yrs)
Kids Gita Life (8-14 yrs)

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.
